Department of Industrial Engineering

Seminar / Workshop

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Batteries and Balancing Algorithms in Electric Vehicles

Thematic seminars of the course "Architectures of intelligent transportation systems"
19 May 2026, start time 14:15 - 17:15
Online
Online – Registration required
Organizer: Department of Industrial Engineering
Target audience: Students, University community
Referent: Prof. Gastone Rosati Papini – gastone.rosatipapini@unitn.it
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The Department of Industrial Engineering presents a series of thematic seminars dedicated to "Architectures of Intelligent Transportation Systems".

From May 7th to May 26th, leading experts will share their knowledge on string stability, advanced simulation, V2X communication, and the state of the art of autonomous vehicles. An unmissable opportunity to delve into the technologies that are transforming the way we travel.

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Speaker: José Antonio Domínguez Vázquez – University of Valladolid

This seminar focuses on energy storage systems and battery management strategies in electric vehicles.

The session will provide an overview of the main types of batteries used in automotive applications, discussing their characteristics, performance, and evaluation criteria. Particular attention will be given to Battery Management Systems (BMS), with a focus on dynamic management and cell balancing techniques.

Both passive and active balancing methods will be presented, highlighting their role in optimizing battery performance, safety, and lifecycle.

Participants will gain insight into the key challenges and solutions related to battery efficiency and reliability in modern electric vehicles.

Speaker

José Antonio Domínguez Vázquez is Associate Professor at the University of Valladolid, with a long-standing academic career in electronic technology and electric mobility. His research focuses on electric vehicle systems, energy efficiency, and battery management. He has coordinated numerous industrial research projects and contributed to innovation in renewable energy systems and electric mobility technologies.