High temperatures result in: hardware defects, system failure or disappointing system performance

Thanks to modern software and production resources, electronics and housings are being developed increasingly faster, but what if at the end of this process it turns out that insufficient attention has been paid to the usage situation and thermal management of one or more components. In that case, disastrous consequences lurk. Hardware defects, system failure or disappointing system performance are then virtually inevitable.

Take, for example, the battery packs of electric vehicles, which perform less well or even become damaged at extreme temperatures. High temperatures accelerate the degradation of lithium-ion batteries. This is because various elements within the battery can more easily develop an extra non-conductive layer when it is warmer (source: BusinessInsider).

Smart and easy cooling of batteries and power electronics
To prevent such consequences, it is important to use the correct method of cooling. During the Power Electronics & Energy Storage event, many experts share their knowledge and skills about thermal management.

On the basis of various case studies shares Xavier Mirabet (Coolmag) on behalf of Telerex solutions for thermal management in energy storage and power electronics. In this way he discusses the theme of heat transfer. As a visitor you will receive tips about managing temperature in a system and preventing 'heat hotspots'. Finally, we zoom in on (fire) safety and protection. Also Mark Small tells (On behalf of Nijkerk Electronics) about cooling batteries in power electronics. For this he uses aluminum cooling plates. Read more…

The basis of heat development and heat transport
In parallel with the hardware design, designers work on the finish and appearance of an end product. The concept of a housing is often known before a system has been fully tested. That certainly doesn't have to be a problem. But it is important to ensure that design and functionality remain in balance. Easier said than done. For example, how do you get a grip on the thermal management of systems when heat sources, heat transports and environmental factors are insufficiently coordinated?

Harry Beijering van Batenburg Applied Technologies During his presentation he goes back to the basic rules of heat development and heat transport. Using practical examples, he explains how theoretical knowledge, practical experience and prototypes are needed to solve thermal challenges at an early stage. Read more…

Monitoring battery temperatures and heat in power applications
It is clear that cooling electronic applications is of crucial importance. As mentioned, too high a temperature can result in reduced performance and even unsafe situations. But how do you know whether an application is active within the correct temperature spectrum? Thermal specialist Norbert Engelberts returns to the event this year to speak to the visitors on behalf of Thal Technologies to advise on temperature measurements in applications where they must remain within a specific temperature range.

He also explains; how to measure, what to measure with and how to process this data. Measuring methods, the use of thermocouples, theoretical models and the interpretation of measurement results are discussed. Read more…