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Various Cathode Structures in Lithium-Ion batteries
The performance of a lithium-ion battery fundamentally depends on the cathode material, which greatly influences energy density,...

Baba Mulani
May 1, 20232 min read
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Electric Vehicle Ecosystem Growth
Change is the only constant. It is a proverb that is particularly apt in the dynamic world of automotive technology. As the sunset looms...

Baba Mulani
May 1, 20232 min read
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Solid State Batteries
Since the commercial introduction of lithium-ion batteries, they have become the industry standard, powering everything from smartphones...

Baba Mulani
Apr 30, 20232 min read
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Gas Evolution in Lithium-ion Batteries
Gas evolution in lithium-ion batteries refers to the generation of gases within the battery cell during its operation, which can have...

Baba Mulani
Apr 26, 20232 min read
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Thickness of Electrode Components within Li-ion Battery
The thickness of various components within the battery structure, such as anode and cathode coatings, separators, and current collector...

Baba Mulani
Apr 24, 20232 min read
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Silicon-Based Anode Material in Lithium-ion Batteries
One area of intense focus in lithium-ion battery development is advanced anode materials. Among the various options being explored,...

Baba Mulani
Apr 20, 20232 min read
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Randles Circuit in Electrochemical Systems
The 'Randles circuit' plays a fundamental role in studying the behavior of electrochemical systems. It is also referred to as the Randles...

Baba Mulani
Apr 18, 20232 min read
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Lithium Plating in Li-ion Batteries
Lithium plating, also known as lithium metal deposition, refers to the accumulation of metallic lithium on the battery's anode during...

Baba Mulani
Apr 16, 20232 min read
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Wetting Process in Lithium-ion Batteries
Imagine you're about to indulge in a delicious cake that has been meticulously prepared. As you take your first bite, you notice...

Baba Mulani
Apr 15, 20232 min read
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The Role of Reference Electrodes in Lithium-Ion Batteries
In lithium-ion batteries, a 'Reference Electrode (RE)', also known as a reference electrode half-cell, is an essential component of the...

Baba Mulani
Apr 11, 20231 min read
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Materials Discoveries in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology
The advancement of lithium-ion battery technology has revolutionized various industries, from portable electronics to electric vehicles....

Baba Mulani
Apr 10, 20232 min read
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How the Lithium-ion Cell Voltage Depends on Electrode Materials?
The development of cost-effective, high-capacity lithium-ion batteries is crucial for meeting the growing energy storage demands in...

Baba Mulani
Apr 9, 20232 min read
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Impact of Electrode Li-ion Cell Components on High-Power & High-Energy
Lithium-ion cell design involves making a series of critical decisions related to electrode compositions, coat weights, porosities,...

Baba Mulani
Apr 7, 20232 min read
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Factors Influencing Specific Energy in Lithium-ion Cells
Specific energy, also known as gravimetric energy density, refers to the amount of energy stored per unit mass in a battery. It is...

Baba Mulani
Apr 5, 20231 min read
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The Degradation Mechanisms of Lithium-Ion Batteries
While lithium-ion batteries offer several advantages, such as high energy density and long cycle life, they are subject to degradation...

Baba Mulani
Apr 3, 20232 min read
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The Crucial Role of Binders in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Consider the construction of a magnificent house, a feat accomplished by meticulously placing one brick upon another. But what if there...

Baba Mulani
Apr 2, 20232 min read
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Carbon Coating on Cathodes for Enhanced Lithium-Ion Battery Performance
Carbon coating on the cathode surface has emerged as a promising technique to enhance lithium-ion battery performance. Lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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From Formation to End-of-Life: Change in Internal Resistance in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Internal resistance in lithium-ion batteries undergoes changes as the battery goes through charge-discharge cycles. These changes are...

Baba Mulani
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Comparison of Abuse Methods for Thermal Runaway Testing in Lithium-Ion Batteries
In the pursuit of understanding thermal runaway events in lithium-ion batteries, test engineers in the laboratory are diligently...

Baba Mulani
Mar 28, 20232 min read
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Harnessing the Power of Graphene in Lithium-ion Batteries
Graphene, often referred to as a "wonder material," is a single, two-dimensional layer of graphite, an allotrope of carbon in which...

Baba Mulani
Mar 27, 20232 min read
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