High-Power Battery Pack Load Test Methods

Battery load testing with charge and discharge is a critical part of the design process. This method can be used for all battery types. The test aims to determine the available capacity of the battery and to examine how the battery performs under a given load. Evaluating the results can reveal various design flaws and errors. This allows validation of whether or not the design is suitable for the specific application. The design process and testing should be iterated until a proper result is obtained. It can also provide useful information for the battery servicing process by identifying the source of a failure. For safer operation and improved performance, determining the suitability of the battery and understanding the key parameters are required.