Mechatronics, Electrical Power, and Vehicular Technology
Vol 14, No 1 (2023)

Failure assessment in lithium-ion battery packs in electric vehicles using the failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) approach

Rizky Cahya Kirana (Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Nicco Avinta Purwanto (Faculty of Industrial Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Nadana Ayzah Azis (Faculty of Industrial Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Endra Joelianto (National Center for Sustainable Transportation Technology, Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Sigit Puji Santosa (Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Bentang Arief Budiman (Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Le Hoa Nguyen (Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, University of Science and Technology, The University of Danang)
Arjon Turnip (Electrical Engineering Study Program, Universitas Padjajaran)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2023

Abstract

The use of batteries in electric cars comes with inherent risks. As the crucial component of these vehicles, batteries must possess a highly dependable safety system to ensure the safety of users. To establish such a reliable safety system, a comprehensive analysis of potential battery failures is carried out. This research examines various failure modes and their effects, investigates the causes behind them, and quantifies the associated risks. The failure modes and effect analysis (FMEA) method is employed to classify these failures based on priority numbers. By studying 28 accident reports involving electric vehicles, data is collected to identify potential failure modes and evaluate their risks. The results obtained from the FMEA assessment are used to propose safety measures, considering the importance of the potential failure modes as indicated by their risk priority number (RPN). The design incorporates safeguards against mechanical stress, external short circuits, and thermal runaway incidents. The findings of this study enhance our understanding of electric vehicle (EV) battery safety and offer valuable insights to EV manufacturers, regulators, and policymakers, aiding them in the development of safer and more reliable electric vehicles.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mev

Publisher

Subject

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Description

Mechatronics, Electrical Power, and Vehicular Technology (hence MEV) is a journal aims to be a leading peer-reviewed platform and an authoritative source of information. We publish original research papers, review articles and case studies focused on mechatronics, electrical power, and vehicular ...