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Ejection of particles during Thermal Runaway in li-ion batteries
One of the lesser-known but critical aspects of Thermal Runaway (TR) in lithium-ion batteries is the 'Ejection of Particles'. These...

Baba Mulani
Jun 27, 20242 min read


Using MRI to visualize Lithium Dendrites in batteries
If you've ever wondered what challenges lie in the path of developing next-generation lithium-ion batteries, one major hurdle is the...

Baba Mulani
Jun 19, 20242 min read


Best practices to handle li-ion battery fires
As lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries become more prevalent in everything from mobile devices to electric vehicles, understanding how to...

Baba Mulani
Jun 15, 20242 min read


Comparison of Li-ion storage with novel storage solutions
In recent years, the landscape of energy storage technologies has undergone a significant transformation, diversifying beyond established...

Baba Mulani
Jun 12, 20242 min read


Overdischarge in Li-ion Batteries with different anodes
Overdischarge is still a pivotal challenge in lithium-ion batteries, which particularly affects the battery's long-term functionality &...

Baba Mulani
Jun 5, 20242 min read


'One-Cycle Model' for predicting Remaining Useful Life of Li-ion Batteries
Just as a marathon runner's endurance is essential yet uncertain, impacting their race strategy and performance, so too is the 'Remaining...

Baba Mulani
May 31, 20242 min read


Predicting Thermal Runaway in Lithium-ion batteries
Predicting thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries is a critical aspect of ensuring the safety & reliability of modern energy storage...

Baba Mulani
May 26, 20242 min read


Microstructure evolution during Drying & Calendering Processes
The visualization of the microstructure evolution during the drying & calendering processes in lithium-ion battery electrodes provides a...

Baba Mulani
May 23, 20242 min read


Lithium Extraction from Seawater
Lithium extraction from seawater not only holds the key to satisfying the escalating global demand for lithium due to its vast reserves...

Baba Mulani
Apr 18, 20242 min read


Reasons behind Electrolyte Leakage in Li-ion Cells
Electrolyte leakage in lithium-ion cells can be compared to a situation where a tightly sealed container is repeatedly moved between a...

Baba Mulani
Apr 13, 20242 min read


SoH estimation using Differential Capacity Analysis in Li-ion batteries
Presently, evaluating State of Health (SoH) often involves full charge-discharge cycling of lithium-ion batteries under controlled...

Baba Mulani
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Technology Readiness Level (TRL) in Li-ion batteries
The path from a spark of creativity in lithium-ion technology to the smooth hum of a car gliding down the highway is as thrilling as it...

Baba Mulani
Mar 24, 20242 min read


Lithium-ion transport mechanism
Navigating a crowded parking lot where your goal is to find an empty spot to park is much like how lithium-ions move within a lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Dry Coated Electrodes for Lithium-ion Batteries
Shifting away from conventional lithium-ion battery electrode production methods, which typically involve environmentally harmful wet...

Baba Mulani
Mar 14, 20242 min read


Impact of Calendering on Li-ion Performance
Calendering, one of the crucial steps in the manufacturing of lithium-ion cells, is much like rolling a steamroller over asphalt. It...

Baba Mulani
Mar 10, 20242 min read


Novel Metric to decide the Reusability of Li-ion batteries
The expanding market for second-life lithium-ion batteries, which find their utility in residential energy storage among other...

Baba Mulani
Mar 5, 20242 min read


Inherent Cell Voltages of Li-ion Chemistries
You might wonder why the lithium-ion cell voltages are so rigidly defined. Why can't we elevate the voltage peaks of NMC or LFP to...

Baba Mulani
Mar 5, 20242 min read


Lithium Production & Global Supply Chain
Lithium, a silvery-white alkali metal, has become an indispensable element in today's world, especially in the context of lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Mar 5, 20242 min read


History of Solid Electrolyte Interphase (SEI) in Li-ion batteries
In the 1970s, a time when the potential of lithium batteries was just being unlocked, scientists, in their quest to harness this power,...

Baba Mulani
Mar 5, 20242 min read


Mechanical Integrity of Cathode Materials in Lithium-Ion Batteries
The mechanical integrity of cathode materials in lithium-ion batteries is crucial, impacting not only the lifecycle but also the safety &...

Baba Mulani
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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