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Impact of Compaction Pressure On Formation and Performance of Garnet-based Solid-state Lithium Batteries
Journal: Energy Materials Organization: School of Materials, Xiamen University, IEST Instrument. Authors: Jie Zhu, Yunfan Wu, Hongyi Zhang, Xujia Xie, Yong Yang, Hongyu Peng, Xiaochun Liang, Qiongqiong Qi, Weibin Lin,...
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Tailoring Redox Couples of Li-Rich Mn-Based Cathode Materials by In-Situ Surface Reconstruction
Abstract Li-rich Mn-based cathodes deliver exceptional specific capacity because they combine cationic and anionic (lattice oxygen) redox activity. However, lattice-oxygen participation at high voltages generates unstable electronic holes and reactive O²⁻...
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Ultrafast Joule Heating Enables Doping-Induced Surface Restructuring in High Nickel Cathode Materials
Authors: Haoyu Wang (First Author), Jinyang Dong, Yuefeng Su, Lai Chen (Corresponding Authors) Affiliation: Beijing Institute of Technology Equipment Used: IEST PRCD3100 Powder Resistivity & Compaction Density Tester, SPFT-2000 Single Particle...
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CATL Launches the Bedrock Chassis Capable of Withstanding 120 km/h Impact Without Catching Fire Or Exploding
On December 24th, CATL officially launched the CATL Bedrock Chassis, the world’s first ultra-safe skateboard chassis. With its outstanding performance of withstanding 120 km/h frontal impact without catching fire or exploding, CATL’s...
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Evaluation of Electrolyte Wetting Performance At The Electrode Level – Anode Electrode With Different Compaction Densities
1. Abstract Electrolyte wetting is a critical process for lithium-ion cell performance: it controls ionic access to active material, influences rate capability and cycling, and affects initial manufacturing yield. This...
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BYD Blade Battery 2.0: Specs, Release Date, 190Wh/kg & 1000Km Range Explained
Abstract BYD Blade Battery 2.0 is the second-generation lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cell from BYD, released in March 2026 and entering widespread adoption in 2026 model-year vehicles including the refreshed...
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Entering Electrochemistry | GITT Analyzes The Diffusion Kinetics Of Lithium Batteries
Abstract The Galvanostatic Intermittent Titration Technique (GITT) test is an electrochemical method that determines the lithium-ion diffusion coefficient ($D_{Li^{+}}$) of a battery electrode material by applying a short constant current...
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Optimizing Battery Cycle Life: How External Stress Impacts Capacity Fading in LCO / Silicon-Carbon Anode Cells
Abstract External pressure exerts a non-linear effect on battery cycle life in silicon-carbon anode cells: moderate compression reduces capacity fading by improving interfacial contact, while excessive pressure accelerates degradation by restricting Li+ transport pathways. In-situ swelling analysis using...
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Quantitative Characterization Of The Effect Of Processing Techniques On Silicon-based Anode Materials
1. Preface This paper focuses on quantifying the extent of pressure damage to the material by using different pressures to flat-press silicon-based anode materials powders after calendering and making slurries,...
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What Sulfide Solid-state Battery Expansion Looks Like？
1. Preface In this paper, IEST has tested the expansion behavior of sulfide solid-state battery during charging and discharging by using a Solid Electrolyte Test System(SEMS) and a In-Situ Silicon-Based Anode...
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Stellantis And CATL Jointly Invest €4.1 billion To Build LFP Battery Plant In Spain
1. A Major European Investment: The Zaragoza LFP Battery Plant In a significant move for European electric vehicle production, Stellantis and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) have officially announced a 50/50...
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Multi-physics Field Coupling Principle Of Lithium Plating In Pouch Cells
1. Abstract Lithium plating (lithium dendrite formation) remains a principal failure mode in lithium-ion pouch cells, especially under fast charging, low temperature or when electrodes age. This article summarizes mechanisms...
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