Electric Vehicles (EVs) have emerged as one of the most promising solutions to address
the growing concerns of environmental pollution, fossil fuel depletion, and the urgent need for
sustainable transportation. Among the different components of an electric vehicle, the lithiumion battery pack is the most vital, as it determines the vehicle’s driving range, performance,
reliability, and safety. However, the efficiency and durability of lithium-ion batteries are highly
sensitive to temperature variations. Excessive heating during charging or discharging cycles
can lead to performance degradation, reduced energy output, shorter lifespan, and in extreme
cases, dangerous phenomena such as thermal runaway. Therefore, effective Battery Thermal
Management Systems (BTMS) play a crucial role in regulating temperature, maintaining
uniform heat distribution, and ensuring safe operation across diverse environmental
conditions.This seminar report provides an in-depth analysis of different battery cooling
strategies employed in EV.including air cooling, liquid cooling, refrigerant-based cooling,
and the use of Phase Change Materials (PCM). Air cooling systems, though simple and costeffective, are less efficient for high-capacity battery packs where intense heat removal is
required. Liquid cooling systems, on the other hand, provide superior heat transfer due to the
higher thermal conductivity of liquids and are widely used in modern EVs. Refrigerant-based
cooling techniques directly use refrigerants for battery temperature regulation, offering highly
efficient thermal control in extreme climates. Meanwhile, Phase Change Materials are gaining
significant attention for their ability to absorb and release large amounts of heat without major
temperature fluctuations, thereby enhancing passive cooling performance.The report
emphasizes the importance of selecting suitable cooling techniques to improve energy
efficiency, prevent overheating, and extend the overall life cycle of the battery. Furthermore,
it highlights how advancements in hybrid cooling systems—where two or more methods are
integrated—are paving the way for next-generation EVs with enhanced safety, reliability, and
performance. By exploring these cooling methodologies, this study underlines the necessity of
efficient thermal management systems for accelerating the adoption of EVs globally and
supporting the transition towards a cleaner and sustainable future of mobility