Design and Analyze a Battery Electric Vehicle with Thermal Management

In recent years, the shift towards sustainable mobility has become a pivotal focus within the automotive sector, largely in response to the stringent emission standards set by European legislation. Among the solutions explored, Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) stand out as a viable option for achieving these sustainability goals since they do not cause any local emissions. However, the adoption of BEVs is hampered by concerns over their limited range compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles, making range estimation a critical aspect of BEV development.

In this presentation you will learn how to build a virtual vehicle model of a BEV designed to estimate range and consumption. The virtual vehicle comprises models for powertrain, driveline, and thermal management. Following a brief presentation of the model, it will be used to highlight the impact of different parameters on vehicle consumption and range.