Abstract
Lithium-ion batteries are a key technology for addressing energy shortages and environmental pollution. Assessing their health is crucial for extending battery life. When estimating health status, it is often necessary to select a representative characteristic quantity known as a health indicator. Most current research focuses on health indicators associated with decreased capacity and increased internal resistance. However, due to the complex degradation mechanisms of lithium-ion batteries, the relationship between these mechanisms and health indicators has not been fully explored. This paper reviews a large number of literature sources. We discuss the application scenarios of different health factors, providing a reference for selecting appropriate health factors for state estimation. Additionally, the paper offers a brief overview of the models and machine learning algorithms used for health state estimation. We also delve into the application of health indicators in the health status assessment of battery management systems and emphasize the importance of integrating health factors with big data platforms for battery status analysis. Furthermore, the paper outlines the prospects for future development in this field.