A simulation-based investigation into the charging performance of lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries in electric vehicles

• Published in: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
• Main Author: Zelan M.A.N.; Hidayat N.M.; Nasir N.S.M.; Ali N.H.N.; Abdullah E.; Umair M.; Zulkifly M.Z.
• Format: Conference paper
• Language: English
• Published: Institute of Physics 2023
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182353197&doi=10.1088%2f1755-1315%2f1281%2f1%2f012068&partnerID=40&md5=6139b1537d223e6b75ea946cf7258de2

The transportation sector constitutes a major source of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) can help mitigate this issue. This paper presents a simulation study examining the performance of lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries for EVs when charged using direct current (DC) chargers. A simulation model is employed to observe the charging behavior of these batteries and analyze the effects of various DC chargers. Factors such as the state of charge (SOC) and charging rate influence the charging behavior of batteries in EVs. The simulation results are compared and analyzed to ascertain the optimal charging strategy and infrastructure for EVs. The performance of different EVs is evaluated in terms of charging time, energy efficiency, and SOC. According to the findings, implementing the appropriate charging strategy and infrastructure for lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries in EVs can significantly enhance performance and encourage the widespread adoption of EVs. © 2023 Institute of Physics Publishing. All rights reserved.