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Determining Limits of Fast Charging the Lithium-ion batteries
With the increasing demand for quick charging times in electric vehicles, the feasibility and limits of fast charging are critical....

Baba Mulani
May 15, 20232 min read


Lithium-ion Battery Modelling Techniques
To optimize the performance, safety, and lifespan of li-ion batteries, different battery modeling techniques are used. This summary...

Baba Mulani
May 13, 20232 min read


Benefits of Recycling Lithium-ion Batteries
Traditionally, lithium and cobalt are extracted from brine and ore, respectively. To obtain one ton of battery-grade lithium, we need to...

Baba Mulani
May 9, 20232 min read


Hybrid Pulse Power Characterization (HPPC) Test: Li-ion Batteries
The 'Hybrid Pulse Power Characterization (HPPC) Test' is a test employed in battery performance characterization. It provides data for...

Baba Mulani
May 6, 20232 min read


Conversion Type Electrodes in Li-ion batteries
'Intercalation-type electrodes' are the most commonly used electrodes in Li-ion batteries. They function via a process known as...

Baba Mulani
May 4, 20232 min read


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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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