Subject

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Li-ion Battery technology

General details of the subject

Mode
Face-to-face degree course
Language
English

Description and contextualization of the subject

The aim of this course is to provide a foundation for understanding the general principles and fundamentals of Li-Ion battery technology design and operation. The course begins with a basic overview of the fundamental electrochemical tests applied to cell and battery characterization. Electrode formulation and coating steps will also be analysed. Battery sizing analysis, modeling and simulation techniques, cell topology options, test strategies, and charge management protocols for optimal performance will be presented. A comprehensive review of Li-Ion battery failure modes and identification of safety and hazard controls for reliable battery operation will be provided. Procedures and processes for safe handling, transportation, and storage of Li-Ion batteries will be discussed to enable user compliance to industry standards and regulations. Finally, the students will be able to assemble Li-ion coin cells and pouch cells.

Teaching staff

NameInstitutionCategoryDoctorTeaching profileAreaE-mail
AGIRRE ARISKETA, IONUniversity of the Basque CountryProfesorado Titular De UniversidadDoctorBilingualChemical Engineeringion.agirre@ehu.eus
BENOIT , FLEUTOTUniversité de Picardie Jules VerneDoctor
MASQUELIER , CHRISTIANUniversité de Picardie Jules VerneDoctorchristian.masquelier@u-picardie.fr

Competencies

NameWeight
Comprender los principios generales y fundamentales del diseño y operación de la tecnología de baterías de iones de litio100.0 %

Study types

TypeFace-to-face hoursNon face-to-face hoursTotal hours
Lecture-based365490
Applied classroom-based groups4610
Applied laboratory-based groups203050

Training activities

NameHoursPercentage of classroom teaching
Acquiring basic instrumental skills10.0100 %
Drawing up reports and presentations50.010 %
Exercises50.020 %
Expositive classes20.0100 %
Group discussion10.0100 %
Groupwork5.00 %
Tutorials5.0100 %

Assessment systems

NameMinimum weightingMaximum weighting
Continuous evaluation10.0 % 20.0 %
Written examination80.0 % 90.0 %

Temary

1- Electrochemical characterizations

An overview of the electrochemical techniques and methods applied in battery testing will be given.

2- Electrode Formulation

Water-based and organic-based formulations will be analysed in terms of performance, manufacturing and environmental and safety concerns associated with NMP handling.

3- Battery modelling

Battery sizing analysis, modeling and simulation techniques, cell topology options, test strategies, and charge management protocols for optimal performance will be presented.

4- Safety & aging

A comprehensive review of Li-Ion battery failure modes and identification of safety and hazard controls for reliable battery operation will be provided.

5- Lab cell & prototype assembly (coin cells, pouch cells)

Students will be able to apply the acquired knowledge assembling Li-ion coin cells / pouch cells and testing them.

Bibliography

Basic bibliography

- Linden¿s Handbook of Batteries, 4th ed., Thomas B. Reddy, editor (McGraw Hill, 2011)

- Lithium-Ion Batteries: Science and Technologies, Yoshio, Masaki, Brodd, Ralph J., Kozawa, Akiya, editors (Springer, 2009)

- Lithium Batteries: Advanced Technologies and Applications, Bruno Scrosati, K. M. Abraham, Walter A. van Schalkwijk, Jusef Hassoun, editors (Wiley, 2013). ISBN: 978-1-118-18365-6

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