Batteries & Battery Materials
Advancements in battery safety and performance require thermal, mechanical, and rheological analyses to support innovation.
Thermal, mechanical, and rheological analyses are essential to advancing safety, performance, and innovation in the battery and energy storage industry. These techniques support every stage of development—from material discovery to manufacturing and pack design—by providing deep insights into how materials behave under real-world conditions.
Thermal analysis ensures materials can withstand operational temperatures and helps prevent thermal runaway through precise measurements of stability, conductivity, and heat flow. Dynamic mechanical analysis validates the structural integrity of components under stress and thermal cycling, ensuring long-term durability. Rheological analysis enables optimized slurry formulations for uniform electrode coatings and consistent electrochemical performance.
Critically, in-operando battery thermal analysis using microcalorimetry allows researchers to monitor heat generation during battery cycling in real time—distinguishing between desired electrochemical reactions and parasitic side reactions that compromise safety and efficiency. Together, these tools empower engineers and manufacturers to design safer, more reliable, and higher-performing energy storage systems.