In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles (EVs), the efficient cooling of EV batteries is of utmost importance. Lankwitzer, a prominent player in the coatings and thermal management solutions, has been making significant inroads in the development of advanced cooling plates for EV batteries.

One of the remarkable breakthroughs from Lankwitzer is the introduction of a new composite material for their cooling plates. This innovative material combines the high thermal conductivity of copper with the lightweight and corrosion - resistant properties of advanced polymers. In a typical EV battery pack, where thousands of cells are packed together, the use of Lankwitzer's composite cooling plates ensures efficient heat transfer. The copper - like thermal conductivity allows the plates to quickly absorb the heat generated by the battery cells during charging and discharging cycles. For example, in high - performance EVs that are designed for rapid acceleration and long - distance driving, the battery cells tend to generate a substantial amount of heat. Lankwitzer's cooling plates can efficiently dissipate this heat, preventing the cells from overheating and maintaining their optimal operating temperature. This not only improves the performance of the battery but also extends its lifespan.

Lankwitzer is also focusing on improving the design of their cooling plates to enhance the flow of coolant. Their new cooling plates feature a unique micro - channel design. These micro - channels are engineered to ensure a more uniform distribution of the coolant throughout the plate. In traditional cooling plates, there may be areas where the coolant flow is less efficient, leading to uneven cooling of the battery cells. However, with Lankwitzer's micro - channel design, the coolant can reach every part of the plate, providing consistent cooling across all the battery cells. This is particularly crucial in large - scale EV battery packs, where maintaining a uniform temperature across all cells is essential for the overall performance and safety of the battery system. In addition, the micro - channels are designed to minimize the pressure drop of the coolant, which means that less energy is required to circulate the coolant, further improving the efficiency of the cooling system.

Safety is a top priority in EV battery design, and Lankwitzer's cooling plates play a vital role in this aspect. Their plates are designed with built - in safety features to prevent thermal runaway. Thermal runaway is a dangerous situation where a battery cell overheats and causes a chain reaction, leading to a potential fire or explosion. Lankwitzer's cooling plates are equipped with temperature - sensitive materials that can detect abnormal temperature rises in the battery cells. When such a rise is detected, the cooling plate can quickly increase the coolant flow or activate additional cooling mechanisms to bring the temperature back to a safe level. Moreover, the materials used in the construction of the cooling plates are flame - retardant, adding an extra layer of protection in case of a thermal event.

In recent news, Lankwitzer has been collaborating with leading EV manufacturers to test and implement their new cooling plate technologies in real - world scenarios. These partnerships are enabling Lankwitzer to fine - tune their cooling plate designs based on the specific requirements of different EV models. For instance, they are working with an EV manufacturer to develop a customized cooling plate solution for a new line of luxury electric SUVs. These SUVs have larger battery packs and higher power demands, which require a more robust cooling system. Lankwitzer's team of engineers is working closely with the manufacturer to ensure that the cooling plates meet the unique thermal management needs of these vehicles. As a result, Lankwitzer is on the verge of releasing even more advanced cooling plates for EV batteries that are expected to revolutionize the thermal management of electric vehicle battery systems.