Sponsored by Aspen AerogelsThermal runaway propagation is a complex challenge. No matter the cell chemistry or pack architecture, lithium-ion batteries are at risk of experiencing a thermal runaway event. Although there is no one-size-fits-all solution, battery engineers do not need to reinvent the wheel when developing a solution to meet critical safety requirements. By understanding… Read more »
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Researchers achieve a breakthrough in the development of lithium metal batteries
A team of researchers working in collaboration with the Nagoya Institute of Technology has discovered a new mechanism to stabilize the lithium metal electrode and electrolyte in lithium metal batteries. The researchers say the new mechanism, which does not depend on the traditional kinetic approach, has the potential to enhance the energy density of batteries…. Read more »
How To Accelerate EV Time To Market Through Robust Subcomponent Testing
As automakers add EVs to their lineups, testing and validation of new models impacts time to market. Automakers can save time by selecting subcomponents that are pre-validated for their application. Donaldson develops core venting technologies to address various battery pack requirements and tests its battery vents extensively using standard and non-standard test methods. In this… Read more »
Advanced materials for EV power module applications (Webinar)
In recent years, high power electronics have become one of the fastest growing market segments of the semiconductor industry. Power electronic modules used therein are typically operating at high voltage and high current density and must cope with high temperatures and harsh conditions. The demand for higher efficiency of electrical drive systems in e-mobility, meaning… Read more »
Thermal runaway protection materials and value-added services you should expect from suppliers (Webinar)
Beyond The Product Portfolio: Value-Added Services You Should Expect from Your Suppliers The worldwide electric vehicle market is rapidly gaining traction, with many local and global suppliers offering solutions for EV battery pack applications such as thermal runaway protection, compression pads, pack seals, thermal interface materials and more. As Design and Release Engineers, you are… Read more »
Protect heat-sensitive EV charging components with closed-loop enclosure cooling (Whitepaper)
Sponsored by Kooltronic Heat is a by-product and one of the greatest enemies of electrical and electronic components. In fact, the average reliability of electrical/electronic components drops by 50% for every ten-degree rise above the maximum device operating temperature. Electric vehicle charging stations are no exception. Lithium-ion batteries and other heat-sensitive equipment such as microprocessors… Read more »
Researchers describe benefits of an ultrasound-based thermal runaway early warning system
A team of researchers from Titan Advanced Energy Solutions and Carnegie Mellon University have studied a method for identifying and preventing thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries and described some of its benefits. The research examined Titan Advanced Energy Solution’s ultrasound-based thermal runaway early warning technology. “Titan’s work is centered on developing an ultrasound-based early warning… Read more »
WattEV aims to operate 12,000 electric Trucks-as-a-Service and a charging network to support them by 2030
Electrifying commercial vehicles is a critical part of reducing emissions, so it’s frustrating that the pace of fleet electrification has been so slow. Viable commercial EVs have been around for years, but fleet operators insisted on conducting years-long pilots to prove their reliability. Now that phase is over, and companies are starting to place substantial… Read more »
ORNL licenses electrolyte and thin-film coating tech to BTRY
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has licensed some electrolyte and thin-film coating technologies it developed to battery technology company BTRY, which plans to use them to manufacture lithium-ion batteries. ORNL says the licensing will enable BTRY to “make batteries with increased energy density, at lower cost and with an improved safety profile in crashes.” Composed… Read more »
Designing DC fast charging stations for next-gen EVs
Sponsored by Littelfuse Supercharged solutions that provide for fast charging reliability, efficiency, and safety The adoption of EVs will reduce pollution and help slow the effects of climate change. A significant impediment to broader EV adoption is both a public charging infrastructure that can support long-distance travel and chargers that can recharge an EV battery… Read more »