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Optimization of Fast-Charging Strategy for Lithium-Ion Battery Performance
Fast charging of lithium-ion batteries could lead to considerable growth and increased adoption of electric vehicles in the marketplace....

Baba Mulani
Feb 28, 20232 min read


Charge Transfer Resistance in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Imagine you're at a crowded concert, trying to reach the stage to get a better view. But there's a problem – a sea of people stands...

Baba Mulani
Feb 26, 20232 min read


Immersion Cooling for Enhanced Performance in Lithium-ion Battery
Lithium-ion batteries store energy and release it when required; however, during these processes, they generate heat, which can affect...

Baba Mulani
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Capacity Fade in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Capacity fade, a common phenomenon observed in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), refers to the gradual loss of capacity with repeated...

Baba Mulani
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Fractional Thermal Runway Calorimetry for Thermal Runaway Evaluation
Calorimetry, based on the First Law of Thermodynamics, has been extensively used to measure the energy change in the system during...

Baba Mulani
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Lithium-ion Battery Health Indicators
The performance and lifespan of lithium-ion batteries are critical factors that determine the overall reliability and cost-effectiveness...

Baba Mulani
Feb 24, 20232 min read


Exploring the Significance of Coulombic Efficiency in Lithium-Ion Batteries
The coulombic efficiency of lithium-ion batteries is a metric often neglected in mainstream discussions. Coulombic efficiency (CE) refers...

Baba Mulani
Feb 21, 20232 min read


Evolution of Battery Management Systems: Challenges in Battery State Estimation
Estimating the battery state is a significant challenge in the 'Battery Management System (BMS)' due to the nonlinear characteristics of...

Baba Mulani
Feb 21, 20232 min read


Wireless Battery Management Systems (WBMS)
The main function of Battery Management Systems (BMS) is to monitor and manage the operation of battery cells, ensuring optimal...

Baba Mulani
Feb 21, 20232 min read


Decoding Thermal Runaway in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Thermal runaway (TR) in lithium-ion batteries is a complex event. By studying the relevant dynamics, Feng, Xuning, et al. from Tsinghua...

Baba Mulani
Feb 20, 20232 min read


The Stages of Thermal Runaway in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Understanding the Thermal Runaway stages is essential for creating a theoretical model and testing it during lithium ion battery...

Baba Mulani
Feb 20, 20232 min read


Unveiling the Screen-Printing Process of Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes
Have you ever watched the captivating process of screen printing, where vibrant layers of ink transform a plain canvas into a work of...

Baba Mulani
Feb 19, 20232 min read


Operational Stress Factors and Aging in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries can degrade due to various operational stress factors. These factors include high temperatures, overcharging, over...

Baba Mulani
Feb 18, 20232 min read


Liquid Crystalline Electrolytes in Li-ion Batteries
Liquid Crystalline Electrolytes are a unique class of materials that exhibit both liquid-like and solid-like properties. They are...

Baba Mulani
Feb 17, 20232 min read


'Stratification' in Lithium-ion Batteries
A phenomenon called "stratification" is one of the many challenges that impact the efficiency, life cycle, and safety of Lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Feb 16, 20232 min read


Exploring Sodium-ion Batteries and Comparison with Lithium-ion Batteries
In the quest for sustainable energy storage solutions, 'Sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries' are emerging as a promising alternative to...

Baba Mulani
Feb 15, 20232 min read


Thermal Runaway Analysis in Lithium-Ion Cells using High-Speed Tomography
'Thermal runaway' in lithium-ion cells is typically triggered by internal short circuits, overcharging, or external factors such as...

Baba Mulani
Feb 14, 20232 min read


Comparing Solid-State and Traditional Lithium-Ion Batteries
Solid-state batteries differ from traditional liquid-state lithium-ion batteries in their composition. Instead of using a liquid or...

Baba Mulani
Feb 13, 20231 min read


Pulse Preheating for Cold-Weather Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Pulse preheating has been introduced as a method to improve the performance of lithium-ion batteries in cold ambient temperatures. Pulse...

Baba Mulani
Feb 12, 20232 min read


Why is it called 'Lithium'-ion Battery?
Think about your favorite sandwich. Perhaps it's a peanut butter sandwich, or maybe you're more of a cheese person. Now, why do we call...

Baba Mulani
Feb 11, 20232 min read
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