Overview
- MIT World Peace University in Pune announced an Indian patent for a passive hybrid battery thermal-management system that targets safety and efficiency in EVs.
- The architecture combines high-efficiency heat pipes with a specially engineered nanofluid to move heat without pumps or fans.
- The patent is titled "System for Thermal Management of Battery of Vehicle" and is cited with Patent No. 202121029238 in one report.
- Researchers say the system keeps packs within safe thermal limits without drawing vehicle power, improving lifespan, charging efficiency and user safety.
- Coverage cites rapid growth forecasts for EV battery cooling markets and ongoing fire-risk concerns in two- and three-wheelers, while noting no independent validation, field trials or OEM adoption were disclosed.