Thermal Management of Industrial Battery Chargers

Battery chargers are an essential component in electric, plug-in hybrid vehicles and various other clean energy systems. However, the battery charger performance is susceptible to the operating temperature. Thus, an efficient and reliable thermal management system should be developed to address the problems due to induced thermal stress. This project aims to develop a heat sink with PCM for the effective heat dissipation from the battery charger to intact its performance and lifespan. A suitable PCM based on the operating temperature range can control the peak temperature and maintain a uniform temperature in the electronic device. Graphite having superior thermo-mechanical properties will be used as an additive to enhance the thermal conductivity of the PCM. The effect of additive to PCM ratio on the performance of developed heat sink will be investigated. Fundamental understanding, modeling, and manufacturing of such heat sinks are within the scope of this project.

Faculty Supervisor:

Majid Bahrami

Student:

Partner:

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Automotive; Clean Technology; Energy and Utilities

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program: