Press Release, 26 November 2025
Researchers at MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune, have developed a new patented passive hybrid cooling system to keep electric vehicle (EV) battery packs cooler, safer and more efficient a breakthrough especially relevant to India’s hot climate and growing EV adoption.
Instead of relying on energy-draining fans or pumps, this novel “thermal management” system uses high-efficiency heat pipes along with a specially engineered nano-fluid, combining natural convection and phase-change processes to draw heat away from battery cells. By doing so, it maintains battery temperature within safe limits without drawing power from the vehicle itself.
The design directly addresses the twin challenges facing EVs in India today: extreme ambient temperatures and a rising number of battery-related fire incidents. Because the cooling system needs no active mechanical components, it reduces the chances of failure and improves overall reliability.
According to the researchers, the system enhances battery life, optimizes charging efficiency, and strengthens safety all crucial for widespread EV adoption in regions with harsh weather conditions. The patent, titled “System for Thermal Management of Battery of Vehicle,” promises a significant step forward for EV battery design in markets like India.
With this innovation, MIT-WPU is contributing to a safer, more reliable, and more sustainable electric mobility future tackling one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption in India: thermal safety under extreme climate conditions.
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