This project entails the design and development of a Cell Monitoring Unit (CMU) for the UPC ecoRacing team's new Battery Management System (BMS), as part of my final degree thesis. The CMU plays a vital role in monitoring and managing the battery cells within a Formula Student electric vehicle. The new CMU design incorporates an Advanced Front-End (AFE) to enhance precision and reliability, with the objective of optimising the performance and safety of the battery pack, which is of critical importance in the high-stakes environment of Formula Student competitions.

The objective of this project is to deliver a CMU that is highly reliable and efficient, capable of meeting the demanding requirements of our Formula Student electric vehicle. The design makes use of advanced components with the aim of enhancing battery monitoring, balancing and protection, thereby contributing significantly to the overall performance of the vehicle in competition. 

As a member of UPC ecoRacing, I am an industrial engineering student with a strong focus on automotive electronics and powertrains. I have gained extensive experience in PCB design and system integration, and this project represents the culmination of my efforts to push the boundaries of battery management technology in electric racing. My passion for innovation and excellence drives me to create solutions that not only meet but exceed industry standards.

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• Competition
• CMU
• AFE
• BMS
• ecoRacing
• Formula Student