Improving Your BMS Cell Balancing Algorithms with Simulation

In the world of rechargeable battery stacks, one of the most critical functions of a Battery Management System (BMS) is balancing the state of charge of all cells in the stack. This process is essential for maximizing the useful capacity of the stack, extending the stack’s longevity, and avoiding potential safety problems by limiting overcharging and over-discharging of individual cells. This video explains how Pickering’s modular PXI battery simulators can be used to develop, optimize, and test the BMS cell balancing algorithms without the complication and safety issues of using an actual battery stack.