As EVs move toward ultra-fast charging capabilities, managing the resulting thermal loads becomes a critical challenge for engineers. This session explores how high C-rate charging directly impacts battery thermal behavior and drives the need for smarter, more integrated thermal management solutions. The discussion will highlight the implications for system architecture, component design, and overall vehicle performance, especially under high-stress charging scenarios.

Attendees will gain insights into:

• Heat generation, cell degradation, and safety risks at high charging rates
• Advanced cooling concepts (liquid cooling, immersion, active heat pumps)
• Impact on battery materials and component lifespans
• Integration of thermal systems with vehicle HVAC, electronics, and energy management
• Simulation and predictive tools for fast charge thermal stress scenarios