Simultaneous cooling and excess heat recovery of lithium-ion batteries using a novel integration of heat pipe, liquid cooling and thermoelectric generator

Key Points

• Simultaneous cooling and heat recovery significantly enhance lithium-ion battery performance, leading to better energy efficiency.
• An increase in energy recovery efficiency by 30% was observed when integrating heat pipes with liquid cooling and thermoelectric generators.
• The approach involved innovative design using heat pipe technology and a novel setup for maximum thermal management in batteries.
• This system's effectiveness suggests potential for improved battery longevity and overall performance in practical applications.