Here, experimental and numerical studies on the gas explosion hazards of container type lithium-ion battery energy storage station are carried out. In the experiment, the LiFePO 4 battery module of 8.8kWh was overcharged to thermal runaway in a real energy storage container, and the combustible gases were ignited to trigger an explosion.
Unfortunately, a small but significant fraction of these systems has experienced field failures resulting in both fires and explosions. A comprehensive review of these issues has been published in the EPRI Battery Storage Fire Safety Roadmap (report 3002022540 ), highlighting the need for specific eforts around explosion hazard mitigation.
Considering that gas explosion may cause thermal runaway of battery module in the actual scene, the existence of high-temperature zone may be longer and the temperature peak may be higher. After the combustible gas got on fire, the gases volume expanded by high-temperature compresses the volume of the surrounding gases.
The magnitude of explosion hazards for lithium ion batteries is a function of the composition and quantity of flammable gases released during thermal runaway. Gas composition determines key properties such as LFL, burning velocity, and maximum explosion pressure directly related to the severity of an explosion event.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) represent a significant component supporting the shift towards a more sustainable and green energy future for the planet. BESS units can be employed in a variety of situations, ranging from temporary, standby and off-grid applications to larger, fixed installations.
Therefore, the safety protection and explosion suppression ability of lithium-ion battery ESS are significantly important. It is urgent to conduct in-depth studies on the gas explosion behavior and characteristics of lithium-ion battery ESS.
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