Understanding the components and internal interactions of battery cells is crucial for choosing the appropriate cell format for different applications. Why are pouch cells mainly used in laptops? What advantages can round cells offer for electric cars? This module explains, for example, how a long-range, fast rechargeability, and long usability can be related to each other.
Deepen your knowledge of different battery formats, their areas of application, and their key performance indicators. This course will cover pouch cells, prismatic cells, and round cells, and you will learn about the components that make them work, including anodes, cathodes, separators, electrolytes, and cell mechanics in detail.
The module will focus on the sophisticated aspects of cell design and the importance of the raw materials that are used for the function and performance of batteries. You will also learn about the limits of lithium-ion batteries and examine alternative battery technologies to give you a comprehensive overview of the future of energy storage. By taking this advanced training module, you can take the next step toward becoming an expert in the field of battery technology. Secure your place now!
...you will be able to compare cell formats with each other, recognise similarities and differences, analyse possible fields of application and assign battery components to a function.
... know the exact structure and function of a battery cell and its individual components in detail and can use this knowledge to design a battery cell for a required application using a configuration tool.
... know the raw materials required for a battery cell and their origin and can estimate the costs of individual battery components and those of an overall battery.
Experience an interactive learning environment that is not only characterised by a variety of practical exercises and well thought-out hands-on methods, but also by the promotion of active exchange and joint learning. You will not only have the opportunity to ask questions, but also to benefit from the experiences and perspectives of other participants.
...you will be able to compare cell formats with each other, recognise similarities and differences, analyse possible fields of application and assign battery components to a function.
... know the exact structure and function of a battery cell and its individual components in detail and can use this knowledge to design a battery cell for a required application using a configuration tool.
... know the raw materials required for a battery cell and their origin and can estimate the costs of individual battery components and those of an overall battery.
My name is Jan-Darius Plöpst and I have been working as a research associate in the "Cell Design" group at Fraunhofer FFB for the past 1 ½ years. With my academic and professional training in chemistry and my passion for the field, I bring in-depth scientific knowledge to our group. My primary responsibilities include configuring electrodes and designing the cell network. Thanks to my expertise in lithium-ion batteries, I am well-versed in their requirements and components.
I have been working at Fraunhofer FFB as a research assistant for almost two years. I work in the "Cell Design" group, mainly focusing on different battery cell formats. My main responsibilities include developing and designing application-specific solutions. I am particularly enthusiastic about using numerical simulations for mechanical and thermal design. Additionally, I engage with the industry directly through projects or workshops that expose me to a diverse range of battery cells every time.
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ELLB - European Learning Lab Battery Cells by Fraunhofer FFB