Review on Battery Pack Technologies for Electric Vehicles

Battery packs are the core technology enabling the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Advances in battery chemistry, thermal management systems, pack architectures, and intelligent battery management systems have significantly improved vehicle range, safety, and reliability. Nevertheless, challenges associated with thermal management, degradation, charging speed, and sustainability continue to motivate further research. Emerging technologies such as solid-state batteries and structural battery packs offer promising opportunities for future electric mobility solutions.

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