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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


Spodumene: The Bedrock of Lithium-Ion Battery Production
Spodumene is a lithium-reach mineral which is used as a raw material for the production of lithium hydroxide. Lithium hydroxide is a...

Baba Mulani
Feb 24, 20244 min read


Synthesis Process for Active Materials in Lithium Ion Battery
Ever wondered how the essential materials for lithium-ion batteries are prepared? For instance, consider LiFePO4, a popular active...

Baba Mulani
Feb 17, 20242 min read


Voltage Slippery in Li-ion cells
Float currents in lithium-ion batteries represent a critical concept in the area of battery technology and management. They refer to the...

Baba Mulani
Jan 31, 20242 min read


Energy Throughput in Li-ion Batteries
Imagine you have a car that you use for a long, ongoing journey. The car's ultimate value & effectiveness aren't just about how fast it...

Baba Mulani
Jan 19, 20242 min read


Incremental Energy (IE) Analysis in Li-ion batteries
One of the tools at our disposal for understanding how lithium-ion batteries charge, discharge, and 'age' is the incremental energy (IE)...

Baba Mulani
Jan 11, 20242 min read


Measuring Cell Deformation during Charging and Discharging
Lithium-ion 'Cell Deformation' during charging & discharging can lead to reduced efficiency and power output, potentially causing uneven...

Baba Mulani
Jan 7, 20242 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling in the Circular Economy
A critical component of lithium-ion batteries' success lies in the supply chain, which encompasses the extraction of raw materials,...

Baba Mulani
Jan 1, 20242 min read


Polymer Mini-channel Cold Plates to mitigate Thermal Runaway
There is a significant need for integrated solutions in lithium-ion batteries that provide both preventive and containment strategies for...

Baba Mulani
Dec 31, 20232 min read


Heat Generation in Li-ion Batteries with Fast Charging
The ability to fast charge lithium-ion batteries, once a dream, is now rapidly evolving into a critical need, especially in the area of...

Baba Mulani
Dec 14, 20232 min read


Cathode Degradation and Aging of Li-ion batteries
Fresh from production, a lithium-ion battery is like a young athlete, full of potential but not yet at peak performance. There is a brief...

Baba Mulani
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Electric Arcing during Thermal Runaway in Li-ion batteries
Thermal runaway is a condition where the battery's temperature increases rapidly and sets the stage for 'Electric Arcing'. It's a...

Baba Mulani
Dec 5, 20232 min read


Material Flow in Li-ion Cell Manufacturing: Sankey diagrams
Sankey diagrams are a specific type of flow diagram that illustrates the flow of material, energy, or cost across a system. The width of...

Baba Mulani
Dec 3, 20232 min read


Depth of Discharge (DoD) in Li-ion Batteries
Think of a hot summer day. You find yourself with a refreshing glass of your favorite beverage and only two ice cubes to keep it cool...

Baba Mulani
Dec 1, 20232 min read


Evolutions in Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles
In the historical canvas of battery development, the pre-lithium era marked the dominance of lead-acid & nickel-based batteries....

Baba Mulani
Nov 30, 20232 min read


Current Efficiency in Lithium-ion batteries
Current efficiency is a measure that indicates the effectiveness with which electric current is used in an electrochemical reaction,...

Baba Mulani
Nov 24, 20232 min read


Electrode Manufacturing Defects in Lithium-ion batteries
The manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries is a process where precision is not just a requirement but a determinant of performance and...

Baba Mulani
Nov 19, 20232 min read
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