As Europe accelerates its energy transition and expands its energy storage footprint, safety and operational reliability have emerged as top priorities. At the recent Intersolar Europe event, Sungrow introduced its groundbreaking battery pre-diagnosis platform, iSolarBPS, designed to redefine energy storage system (ESS) safety management through artificial intelligence.
Next-Generation Safety Platform for ESS
iSolarBPS is an advanced, AI-driven safety management solution that combines power electronics, electrochemistry, and cutting-edge artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostics and operational oversight from the cell to the system level. Built upon Sungrow’s proprietary ESS smart cell large model and GeneSafe algorithm cluster, the platform enables intelligent, fine-grained fault detection and risk prevention.
According to Sungrow, iSolarBPS can identify faults with high precision and issue early warnings up to seven days in advance, enhancing operator responsiveness and reducing unplanned downtime. The system reportedly improves operations and maintenance (O&M) efficiency by 30%, positioning itself as a key enabler of smarter and safer energy storage systems.
Five-Dimensional Diagnostics for Real-Time Visibility
At the heart of iSolarBPS is a comprehensive five-dimensional diagnostic model that evaluates each battery cell’s health using over 50 indicators, including voltage and temperature consistency, internal resistance, and signs of internal short circuits. These parameters are assessed in real-time across an entire storage plant, offering complete visibility into every cell’s condition.
Operators can conduct instant manual diagnostics or schedule automated scans, with full reports for a 100 MWh plant generated in under one minute, streamlining performance reviews and maintenance planning.
Three-Tiered Early Warning System for Proactive Risk Mitigation
iSolarBPS introduces a multi-stage early warning system, offering:
- 7-day forecasts for voltage inconsistencies and abnormal aging,
- 100-hour alerts for potential internal short circuits—allowing for timely pack replacements,
- 1-hour pre-warnings for thermal runaway risks—enabling urgent interventions to prevent fire hazards.
This proactive approach significantly enhances plant safety and ensures issues are addressed before they escalate.
Enhanced Fault Localization and Maintenance Optimization
Through a five-level fault localization structure—covering system, cabinet, rack, pack, and cell—iSolarBPS precisely identifies problem areas and recommends optimal repair actions. This feature is said to boost O&M efficiency by up to 30%, supporting a shift toward autonomous ESS maintenance.
Compliant, Secure, and Scalable
Beyond diagnostics, iSolarBPS is a turnkey solution that integrates seamlessly with both new and existing energy storage installations. Certified to IEC 62443 and other global safety standards, the platform ensures robust data security and operational integrity, addressing critical industry requirements for cybersecurity and asset protection.
Sungrow’s iSolarBPS marks a significant step toward smarter, safer, and more efficient energy storage systems, supporting Europe’s ambitions for a secure and sustainable energy future.
