LGES Launches Software to Prevent Fire and Battery Failures

Battery safety has become a critical concern in the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) industry, where the risks of explosions, thermal runaway, and other catastrophic failures can have severe consequences. As the demand for EVs grows, so does the need for advanced battery safety measures to ensure the reliability and longevity of battery systems. Safety diagnostics software has emerged as a vital tool in this effort, offering the ability to detect battery defects accurately before they escalate into dangerous situations. This battery safety diagnostics software plays a crucial role in preventing potential disasters by identifying issues such as voltage drops, internal short circuits, and abnormal degradation early on.

LG Energy Solution (LGES) has announced its entry into the battery safety diagnostics software market, leveraging its extensive experience in battery management systems (BMS) and a vast repository of empirical data. With a sharp focus on EV safety, LGES claims to have developed a safety diagnostics software tool with an accuracy rate of over 90%. This software, built on data from disassembling and analyzing over 130,000 battery cells and 1,000 battery modules, has already been applied to more than 100,000 EVs.

The software is designed to detect a range of battery defects, such as voltage drops, battery tab failures, micro internal short circuits, abnormal degradation, and more. Unlike previous solutions that relied on virtual predictions, LGES's technology is grounded in real-world data, significantly enhancing its reliability. The software's ability to preemptively diagnose potential issues is already attracting attention from global automakers, with nine manufacturers currently implementing it in their vehicles.

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LGES is also focusing on the future of vehicle technology, developing BMS software optimized for Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). By harnessing AI computing and cloud technology, the company has reduced the error rate in battery degradation diagnosis to just 1%, setting a new industry standard.

"Although automakers are starting to shift their attention to safety diagnosis technology, it takes time and resources to develop and apply reliable software,” stated Hyuksung Chung, Vice President of the Business Development Group at LGES. “Backed by various battery patents and vast amounts of empirical data, this vehicle software can be applied to an automotive BMS today. This move aligns with our commitment to actively collaborate with our clients to ensure EV batteries are safe to use.”

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The ability to detect and address potential battery defects before they lead to catastrophic failures is not just a technological achievement but a critical responsibility. Companies that prioritize the development of such software are not only safeguarding their customers but are also paving the way for the broader adoption of EVs. In an industry where safety is paramount, the commitment to pioneering and implementing reliable diagnostic solutions will drive trust and long-term success in the electric mobility revolution.