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This presentation describes two main types of calorimetric techniques that can be used to carry out performance and safety testing on high-energy batteries.
The first half of the presentation introduces isothermal calorimetry; focused on the new IBCx system from Thermal Hazard Technology (THT). Method of operation, hardware overview and examples of data will be presented.
The second half of the presentation covers battery testing methods for the ARC adiabatic calorimeter system. The theoretical background of the test method will be described, and new developments to address blade-type batteries and high ampere-hour cells will be presented.
The presentation also mentions complementary test methods and optional modules that can be integrated with calorimetry to provide more useful analysis. For example; fast-tracking heaters, online gas analysis etc.
This webinar will focus on the following key topics:
• Principles of isothermal and adiabatic calorimetry testing for high-energy batteries
• Advantages and limitations of these two methods
• New product developments from THT to address market test requirements
• Discussion of THT lab testing results
Presenter
Matthew Stewart – Application Scientist at THT
Matthew Stewart joined Thermal Hazard Technology UK in 2021 following his graduation from Swansea University with a master’s degree in chemical engineering. In two years he has accrued a wealth of experience in battery testing and instrumentation. In his role as Application Scientist, he helps to manage THT’s test lab and carries out cutting-edge testing on the latest energy-dense cell designs. Matt has worked with several of the UK’s leading motorsports, aviation and performance vehicle manufacturers.
THT is a proud sponsor of this event.
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