Digital Twins for Space Battery Management Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Different Approaches for Predictive Maintenance and Monitoring

Roberto Giovanni Sbarra, Michele Pasquali (), Giuliano Coppotelli, Paolo Gaudenzi, Davide di Ienno, Carlo Ciancarelli and Niccolò Picci
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Roberto Giovanni Sbarra: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMA), Sapienza University of Rome, 00184 Rome, Italy
Michele Pasquali: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMA), Sapienza University of Rome, 00184 Rome, Italy
Giuliano Coppotelli: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMA), Sapienza University of Rome, 00184 Rome, Italy
Paolo Gaudenzi: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMA), Sapienza University of Rome, 00184 Rome, Italy
Davide di Ienno: Thales Alenia Space Italy S.p.A., 00131 Rome, Italy
Carlo Ciancarelli: Thales Alenia Space Italy S.p.A., 00131 Rome, Italy
Niccolò Picci: Independent Researcher, 00192 Rome, Italy

Energies, 2025, vol. 18, issue 21, 1-48

Abstract: The development of Digital Twin (DT) technology in Battery Management Systems (BMSs) presents a transformative approach for maintenance, monitoring, and predictive diagnostics, especially in the demanding field of space applications. DTs, through their three-layer structure, provide an accurate and dynamic virtual representation of the physical entity, continuously updated via bidirectional data exchange provided by the communication link. Given the promising capabilities of the DT approach in real-time applications, its integration into BMSs is straightforward, as it can enhance monitoring and prediction of nonlinear electrochemical systems, such as space-grade lithium-ion batteries, supporting the mitigation of ageing effects under the unique constraints of the space environment. Despite notable progress in BMS technologies, the choice of estimation techniques consistent with the DT paradigm remains insufficiently defined. This survey examines the state of the art with the aim of bridging the conceptual framework of DTs and existing battery management algorithms, identifying the methodologies most suitable in accordance with DT architectures and principles. The scope of this paper is to provide researchers and engineers with a comprehensive overview of the advancements, key enabling technologies, and implementation strategies for Digital Twins in space BMSs, ultimately contributing to more reliable and efficient space missions.

Keywords: digital twin; satellites; Li-ion battery; BMS; health monitoring; RUL (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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