Battery Management Systems: Design, Control, and Applications
About this audiobook
Energy storage has become one of the defining technologies of the 21st century. From electric vehicles and renewable energy integration to data centers and portable electronics, batteries are at the core of modern infrastructure. However, the performance, safety, and longevity of these batteries depend heavily on one critical component: the Battery Management System (BMS).
This book was written to provide a clear, structured, and practical understanding of BMS design, operation, and applications. While batteries themselves are electrochemical devices, their effective use requires a multidisciplinary approach that combines electrical engineering, control systems, thermal management, embedded software, and data analytics. The BMS acts as the “brain” of the battery, ensuring optimal performance while maintaining safety under all operating conditions.
The motivation behind this book is to bridge the gap between theory and real-world engineering practice. Many resources focus either on battery chemistry or high-level system descriptions, but few provide an integrated perspective that engineers can apply directly in design, troubleshooting, and optimization.
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About the author
Charles Nehme is an experienced engineering professional with over 30 years of global expertise in mechanical, electrical, and building services engineering (MEP). Through his firm, CFN-HVAC, he has contributed to a wide range of projects including data centers, hospitals, cleanrooms, laboratories, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
His work spans system design, energy optimization, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project management. With a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainability, Charles has helped organizations improve system performance while reducing operational costs.
In addition to his engineering practice, Charles is a prolific technical author, having written hundreds of books and guides covering HVAC, energy systems, data centers, and emerging technologies. His writing emphasizes practical application, making complex engineering concepts accessible to both professionals and learners.
His growing interest in energy storage and battery systems stems from their increasing importance in modern infrastructure, particularly in integration with HVAC systems, renewable energy, and mission-critical facilities such as data centers.
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