Move-it

The electrification of the transport sector plays an essential role in meeting ambitious EU climate targets, with battery-electric powertrains being part of this transition. The current state-of-the-art of battery systems of the heavy-duty sectors faces critical challenges, including performance trade-offs, long development cycles, weight, safety issues, as well as dependence on raw material and component suppliers. 

Move-it aims to develop a parameterised multi-physics simulation and evaluation framework for Li-ion battery modules which then enables accelerated design-space exploration and robust multi-objective optimisation with focus on thermal, mechanical, electrochemical, ecological, and economic performance indicators. The module and pack design systematically incorporates sustainability features, with focus on repairability and recyclability.

The overall objectives of this 36-month project can be summarised as follows:

• Reduction of emissions through more efficient and sustainable battery systems

• Improved energy efficiency of heavy-duty vehicles through optimised battery systems

• Cost reduction along value chain through advanced simulation workflows, standardised experiments, and shortened development loops

• Integration into transnational value chains through transferable concepts