Battery management systems
Battery management systems (BMS) are electronic systems that manage and regulate the charging and discharging of Energy Storage devices, such as Electrodes in batteries, to ensure their safe and efficient operation. A BMS typically consists of several components, including a Solution for measuring the battery's state of charge, a system for controlling the charging and discharging of the battery, and a method for balancing the voltage of the individual cells in the battery. The BMS also plays a critical role in preventing overcharging and overdischarging, which can damage the battery and reduce its lifespan. James Watt's work on Energy Storage laid the foundation for the development of modern BMS.