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Ejection of particles during Thermal Runaway in li-ion batteries
One of the lesser-known but critical aspects of Thermal Runaway (TR) in lithium-ion batteries is the 'Ejection of Particles'. These...
Baba Mulani
Jun 27, 20242 min read
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Using MRI to visualize Lithium Dendrites in batteries
If you've ever wondered what challenges lie in the path of developing next-generation lithium-ion batteries, one major hurdle is the...
Baba Mulani
Jun 19, 20242 min read
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Best practices to handle li-ion battery fires
As lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries become more prevalent in everything from mobile devices to electric vehicles, understanding how to...
Baba Mulani
Jun 15, 20242 min read
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Predicting Thermal Runaway in Lithium-ion batteries
Predicting thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries is a critical aspect of ensuring the safety & reliability of modern energy storage...
Baba Mulani
May 26, 20242 min read
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Vehicle Level Thermal Runaway & Battery Design Insights
Experimental investigation of Thermal Runaway in an actual electric vehicle offers invaluable insights & recommendations for the design...
Baba Mulani
Feb 26, 20242 min read
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Factors and Implications of Thermal Propagation in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Thermal propagation, the rapid spread of heat within a lithium-ion battery, can lead to hazardous conditions such as thermal runaway &...
Baba Mulani
Feb 24, 20242 min read
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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
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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
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ADR Compliance for Lithium Ion Battery Transportation
The widespread use of lithium-ion batteries has led to an increase in the transportation of these batteries, which can pose a risk if not...
Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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X-ray imaging of Thermal Runaway in Li-ion Cell
In 'real-time X-ray imaging' experiments, a lithium-ion cell is subjected to an external heat source to trigger thermal runaway. The...
Baba Mulani
Nov 15, 20231 min read
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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
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Study of Gas Generation during Thermal Runaway in Li-ion batteries
"Gas Generation' during a thermal runaway event is a complex process in lithium-ion batteries. Thermal runaway refers to a scenario where...
Baba Mulani
Oct 14, 20232 min read
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Internal short in a lithium-ion batteries
An internal short in a lithium-ion battery is a silent problem living within, capable of causing significant damage. This short,...
Baba Mulani
Sep 3, 20232 min read
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Temperature Distributions in Lithium-Ion Polymer Battery
Lithium-ion batteries performance is influenced by their internal and external operating temperatures. Understanding the role that...
Baba Mulani
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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Causes of Thermal Runaway in Lithium-ion Batteries
Thermal runaway (TR) in Li-ion batteries is a critical safety concern that can be initiated through a variety of abuse conditions,...
Baba Mulani
Aug 15, 20232 min read
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Thermal Runaway Analysis on Lithium-ion Batteries
Reference example (video) courtesy : UCL (University College London) Thermal runaway is a potentially hazardous situation in which an...
Baba Mulani
Jul 1, 20232 min read
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Detecting Thermal Runaway in Lithium-ion Batteries
The detection of thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries is vital, particularly in Electric Vehicles and large Energy storage systems. A...
Baba Mulani
Jun 3, 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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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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Separator Shutdown Temperature in Lithium-ion Batteries
To enhance the safety of Li-ion batteries, many separators are designed with a critical feature known as the shutdown temperature. This...
Baba Mulani
Mar 17, 20232 min read
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