Thesis defense of Eduardo Miguel Garcia De Cortazar

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Thesis defense of Eduardo Miguel Garcia De Cortazar

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Thesis defense of Eduardo Miguel Garcia De Cortazar

Title of the thesis: “Electrochemical Model-Based Advanced Battery Control Systems”. Obtained the SOBRESALIENTE qualification and the CUM LAUDE and DOCTOR INTERNACIONAL mentions.

2020·01·14

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  • Title of the thesis: “Electrochemical Model-Based Advanced Battery Control Systems”.
  • PhD programme: DOCTORATE PROGRAMME IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND ELECTRICAL ENERGY
  • Thesis directors: Unai Iraola Iriondo, Emilie Bekaert.
  • Court:
    • President: Gregory Loren Plett (University of Colorado Colorado Springs)
    • Vocal: Michael Scott Trimboli (University of Colorado Colorado Springs)
    • Vocal: Mikel Oyarbide Urquizu (IK4-CIDETEC)
    • Vocal: Egoitz Martínez Laserna (IKERLAN, S. COOP.)
    • Secretary: Iosu Aizpuru Larrañaga (Mondragon Unibertsitatea)

Abstract

Nowadays energetic scenario is changing, improving the actual energy mix, and using cleaner and more sustainable energy generation and consumption methods. Renewable energies are key within this context for a more environmentally friendly energy generation. The intermittent nature of these energy sources boost the use of energy storage systems. A more efficient energy consumption is also a benefit of the energy storage system since the energy generation does not need to instantly feed the demand.

Li-ion batteries are one of the most promising technology in the market, but the price per Wh and the aging of these devices are crucial for their integration. Different methods are considered to control or mitigate batteries aging, nonetheless advanced control system will enable further improvements and optimal battery utilization.

This thesis is based on the hypothesis that aging of batteries can be controlled using physics based state of function control embedded systems, that will enable the concept of a dynamic safe operating area. Something that will open the door to more optimized and advanced battery management.