The future of electrification is getting a major boost thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between About:Energy and STMicroelectronics. These industry leaders have joined forces to develop a next-generation battery management system (BMS) demonstrator that promises to streamline development, improve efficiency, and accelerate innovation across various electrification initiatives.
Simplifying BMS Development: An In-House Advantage
Traditionally, developing a BMS – the central nervous system of any battery system – has been a time-consuming and expensive process. About:Energy‘s innovative approach changes the game. Their demonstrator integrates their industry-leading Voltt battery data with STMicroelectronics’ versatile automotive solutions and AutoDevKit platform.
This powerful combination empowers companies to develop safe, efficient, and cost-effective BMS solutions entirely in-house. The result? Streamlined design cycles, protection of intellectual property (IP), and rapid prototyping capabilities.
Beyond the Basics: A Feature-Rich Solution
The integrated BMS solution goes beyond simply managing battery health. It offers a comprehensive suite of features, including:
- Enhanced Safety Monitoring: Ensuring the safe operation of batteries is paramount. This solution provides robust monitoring capabilities to identify and address potential issues.
- Efficiency Optimization: Getting the most out of every battery charge is crucial. This system helps optimize performance and extend battery life.
- Accurate State of Charge Assessment: Knowing how much power remains in a battery is essential. The integrated solution provides precise state-of-charge data for informed decisions.
- Fast Charging Capabilities: Rapid charging is a key driver of EV adoption. This system paves the way for faster charging times without compromising safety or battery health.
A Global Innovation Award Winner
The power of this collaboration was recently recognized at the Plug and Play EXPO2024 in Stuttgart. The integrated BMS solution showcased its capabilities and emerged victorious, winning the coveted Global Innovation Award.
Empowering Innovation Across Industries
This collaboration extends beyond the realm of electric vehicles (EVs). The solution empowers companies across diverse industries, including aviation, grid storage, and many more, to accelerate their electrification initiatives. By providing the tools for safe, efficient, and high-performance battery management, About:Energy and STMicroelectronics are unlocking a new era of innovation.
About:Energy CEO Gavin White enthusiastically stated:
“We are thrilled to collaborate with STMicroelectronics, a renowned leader shaping the future of automotive electronics. By fusing our expertise in battery modelling with their cutting-edge hardware and software, we are empowering companies of all sizes and across industries from electric vehicles, aviation, grid storage and more, to unleash new levels of safety, efficiency and performance in their electrification initiatives.”
This powerful partnership between About:Energy and STMicroelectronics is poised to revolutionize the way we design, develop, and utilize battery systems. By providing a streamlined, in-house development process and a feature-rich solution, they are paving the way for a more efficient, sustainable, and electrified future.
