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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


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


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
Nov 16, 20234 min read


Uncovering the Surprising Culprit of Lithium-Ion Self-Discharge
Self-discharge occurs when the lithium-ion battery discharges on its own, even when not in use, leading to a reduction in the battery's...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Solvation Shell in Li-ion Cells
"Solvation shell" refers to the layer of solvent molecules surrounding an ion or molecule in a solution. This concept is important in...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Lithium Crip
Lithium-ion batteries have become a omnipresent source of power in modern technology, powering everything from cell phones to laptops and...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Battery Memory Effect
'Battery memory effect' is a phenomenon that affects rechargeable batteries, especially nickel-cadmium (NiCad) and nickel-metal Hydride...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Lithium Plating: Strategies to Prevent Dendrite Formation in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium plating, also known as lithium dendrite formation, is a phenomenon that occurs during the charging and discharging of lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Effects of Sub-Zero Ambient Temperatures on Lithium-Ion Batteries
When lithium-ion batteries are exposed to sub-zero temperatures, their performance can be greatly affected. The electrolyte inside the...

Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Electrode Polarization in Lithium-ion Batteries
'Electrode polarization' in lithium-ion batteries is a complex interaction of electrochemical processes and material properties. It...

Baba Mulani
Nov 12, 20232 min read


Ternary Phase Diagram for defining Li-ion Chemistries
The success of lithium-ion batteries heavily depends on the cathode material, which determines the capacity, stability, and safety of the...

Baba Mulani
Nov 7, 20232 min read


How Series and Parallel Cell Arrangements Shape Li-Ion Battery Pack Dynamics?
The configuration of lithium-ion battery packs, particularly the total number of cells connected in series and parallel, has a great...

Baba Mulani
Nov 5, 20233 min read


Lithium Nucleation in Li-ion batteries
Lithium nucleation is a crucial phenomenon in the area of electrochemical systems, particularly within the scope of lithium-ion and...

Baba Mulani
Nov 3, 20232 min read


Module Collectors in Lithium-ion Battery Packs
A lithium-ion battery pack typically comprises many cells arranged in series and/or parallel configurations. The integration of multiple...

Baba Mulani
Nov 1, 20232 min read


Novel Thermal Runaway Degree (TRD) in Li-ion batteries
The essence of the Thermal Runaway (TR) phenomenon lies in an imbalance between heat generation and dissipation within the lithium-ion...

Baba Mulani
Oct 31, 20232 min read


Localized High-Concentration Electrolyte in Li-ion batteries
Localized High-Concentration Electrolyte (LHCE) technology emerges from the need to address the unique limitations posed by conventional...

Baba Mulani
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Impact of Regenerative Braking on Lithium Ion Batteries
Today, as I reflected on the role of regenerative braking in electric vehicles, a thought struck me about its impact on charging the...

Baba Mulani
Oct 23, 20232 min read


Li-ion Cell Core Temperature Monitoring
Accurate temperature monitoring is a key for the safe and efficient operation of lithium-ion battery packs and for that it's essential to...

Baba Mulani
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Impact of Electrode Drying Temperature on Li-ion cell performance
The complex structure and performance of lithium-ion batteries (cells) are substantially influenced by their manufacturing processes,...

Baba Mulani
Oct 7, 20231 min read
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