Cambridge EnerTech主催
Next-Generation Battery Research
( 次世代型電池の研究 )
化学・材料・電気化学工学の進歩
2023年3月21 - 22日
リチウムイオン電池 (LIB) はその技術的限界に達したのでしょうか?陰極・陽極・電解質用の新しい化学物質やセパレーター材料を設計し、LIBのエネルギー・電力を高め、寿命を延ばし、安全性を向上させるためには、革命的なパラダイムが必要です。新材料や電極アーキテクチャ、製造技術を効果的に結び合わせるためには、基礎研究・先端工学における組織的な取り組みが不可欠です。次世代型電池の研究の部会では、基礎材料研究から電気化学工学、診断、先進電池性能に至るまで、一連の議題を取り上げて検討します。
3月20日(月)
- 4:45 pm Conference Tutorials8:00 am
Choose from 16 tutorials to maximize your networking and educational opportunities
3月21日(火)
Registration and Morning Coffee7:00 am
INCREASING ENERGY DENSITY: CATHODES
エネルギー密度の増大:陽極
Mary Ann Brown, Executive Director, Conferences, Cambridge EnerTech
Advanced High Energy Lithium Ion and Beyond
Tongchao Liu, PhD, Assistant Chemist, Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory
To achieve high electric drive range, a new battery system with advanced high capacity cathode and stabilized high capacity anode is needed. In this talk, we will disclose several strategies to increase the energy density of battery through the development of continuous gradient cathode material coupled with high voltage electrolyte. We also disclose a new conformal coating strategy that eliminates spinel structural transition of NMC at high voltage.
Fast-Charging Zero-Cobalt Zero-Strain Stoichiometric Layered Cathodes
Huolin Xin, PhD, Professor, Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine
In this talk, I will talk about a universal strategy to entirely eliminate cobalt and reduce Ni content in traditional stoichiometric layered cathodes (e.g. NMC, NCA, etc.) while preserving the high specific energy (>800 wh/kg), high charge rate (>180 mAh/g at 3C), moderate upper cutoff voltage (4.3 V vs. Li).
Potassium-ion Batteries for Low-Cost Energy Storage
Haegyeom Kim, PhD, Staff Scientist, Materials Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
This presentation will introduce an emerging low-cost alternative battery system (K-ion batteries) and discuss key structural factors determining K intercalation properties and performance. Then, the discussion will be expanded to understand how the synthesis process dictates material's structure and their K storage properties.
Grand Opening Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing9:45 am

Next-Generation Cathodes Free of Ni and Co
Feng Lin, PhD, Associate Professor, Chemistry, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University
Many lithium-ion batteries use nickel and cobalt as redox-active elements. Reducing or eliminating the use of nickel and cobalt represents a grand challenge in developing low-cost and sustainable batteries. In this presentation, we will first discuss our recent progress in eliminating the use of cobalt in lithium-ion batteries. We investigate the electrochemical properties of cobalt-free layered cathodes in various platforms, from conventional polycrystalline materials to size-tailored single crystals. Then, we will highlight a new class of nickel- and cobalt-free cathode materials with dual transition metal redox. We will demonstrate how our battery research has been accelerated by synchrotron techniques.
High-Energy-Density Cathode Material CFx: Discharge Mechanism and Beyond
Weikang Li, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego
Lithium/fluorinated graphite (Li/CFx) primary batteries show great promise for applications in a wide range of energy storage systems due to their high-energy density and low self-discharge rate. Multiscale investigations are performed on the precisely controlled CFx cathode to understand the discharge mechanism. The unveiled insights in turn guide the systematic design of this battery chemistry with superior electrochemical performances and beyond.
Can Oxides be Functional Cathodes in Mg Batteries?
Jordi Cabana, PhD, Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Illinois and Group Leader and Scientist, Materials Science Division, Argonne National Laboratory
To transcend Li-ion batteries, interest exists in devices coupling an Mg metal anode and an oxide cathode. In this talk, I will discuss the most up-to-date insight into the ability of oxides to act as functional Mg cathodes in non-aqueous electrolytes, to enable the use of Mg metal anodes. The discussion will naturally lead us to reveal foundational bottlenecks and immediate questions that must be addressed to ever make Mg batteries a viable technology concept.

Kenan Sahin, PhD, President & Founder, CAMX Power
The CAMX Power invented and patented grain boundary enrichment of high nickel cathode materials (GEMX®) allows lower Cobalt while maintaining and even improving performance.. The presentation will briefly describe GEMX and provide performance data on its applications to high manganese and also "single crystal" materials, showing where it produces benefits and where it does not.
Networking Luncheon12:30 pm
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Dessert Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing1:15 pm
PLENARY KEYNOTE PROGRAM
全体基調講演
KEYNOTE FIRESIDE CHAT
Drew Baglino, Senior Vice President, Powertrain & Energy Engineering, Tesla
Drew has served as our Senior Vice President, Powertrain and Energy Engineering since October 2019. Previously, Drew served in various engineering positions continuously since joining Tesla in March 2006. Drew holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from Stanford University.
Delivering on Global Demand: Overcoming the Obstacles to Success
Matthew Howard, Chief Strategy Officer, Faraday Institution
This international panel of the key OEMs, Battery Manufacturers, Raw Materials Providers and Institutional Experts will take a deep dive into how the international battery community will deliver on the surging global demand for EVs. Addressing how the industry will achieve the volumes predicted is a key component to the success or failure of adoption of EVs around the world. The many issues that need to be addressed will include improvements needed to the supply chain, manufacturing capacity, mining, recycling methods, and regulatory compliance. The global battery industry is at a very important crossroads now that market demand has arrived. Will the industry be able to deliver? This unprecedented assembly of global experts will answer those questions and provide insight into the pathway forward.
INCREASING ENERGY DENSITY: ELECTROLYTES
エネルギー密度の増大:電解質
Cation Solvation in Battery Electrolytes
Glenn Pastel, PhD, Materials Engineer, DEVCOM, U.S. Army Research Lab
Multivalent metal anodes contain sufficient gravimetric and volumetric capacity to replace lithium-ion battery materials, but issues associated with anode utilization and reversibility persist. This talk will summarize a diversity of studies led by the Army Research Laboratory and linked by electrolyte engineering of cation solvation, with a primary goal of realizing energy-dense multivalent batteries.
Genomic-Level Electrolyte Property Predictions for Rapid Screening and Optimization, with Emphasis on Highly-Concentrated Electrolytes
Kevin L. Gering, Distinguished Staff Scientist, Energy Storage Technologies, Idaho National Lab
The INL Advanced Electrolyte Model (AEM) has a molecular-scale chemical physics foundation that generates predictions spanning more than 100 property metrics per simulation. As such, AEM gives genomic-level information that supports fast holistic screening of electrolytes. Examples include transport terms (viscosity, diffusivity, conductivity, etc.), cation desolvation energy and kinetics (ligand-wise and net), thermodynamic equilibrium terms, surface tension, thermophysical properties (relative molal enthalpy, excess heat capacity, thermal conductivity), solution permittivity, and others. AEM covers broad ranges of salt concentration and temperature, enabling investigation of highly-concentrated electrolytes (HCEs) and localized HCEs (LHCEs). Case studies will show HCE candidates for fast-charge Li-ion batteries.
Vapor Phase Modification of Battery Materials: Li-metal, Cathodes and Solid Electrolytes
Anil Mane, PhD, Principal Materials Science Engineer, Applied Materials Division, Argonne National Laboratory
Complete solid-state lithium-ion batteries has attracted great attention due to their safety, high energy density and higher operating voltages. The interface of the between Li-metal to solid electrolyte and solid electrolyte to active cathode material is very important factor in getting desired performance. We are working on surface interface engineering and stabilizing battery materials such as Li-metal, solid electrolytes, and high voltage cathode materials via cost effective and salable precursor vapor phase processing method. Here will present latest encouraging results and learning that will be helpful for both battery research community as well as battery manufacturers.
Reception in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing5:15 pm
INTERACTIVE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
インタラクティブ・ラウンドテーブル・ディスカッション
Roundtable discussions are informal, moderated discussions with brainstorming and interactive problem-solving, allowing participants from diverse backgrounds to exchange ideas and experiences and develop future collaborations around a focused topic.
TABLE 1: Battery Raw Materials Supply Chain
Moderator: Robert M. Privette, Manager, Business Development, Rechargeable Battery Materials North America, Umicore USA, Inc.
TABLE 2: Li-ion NMC Fast Charging New Cells for E-Mobility
Moderator: Shmuel De-Leon, CEO, Shmuel De-Leon Energy Ltd.
TABLE 3: Li-ion Battery Safety: Prediction, Prevention, Levels and Legalities
Moderator: John Zhang, PhD, Senior Technology Executive Officer, Asahi Kasei SSBU Polypore, Celgard LLC
TABLE 4: Electrolyte Developments: New Components and Approaches
Moderator: Sam Jaffe, Vice President, Battery Solutions, E Source
TABLE 5: Battery Pack System Cost and Safety - Will Future xEV Battery Packs Increase in Complexity or Simplify and How Will Cost and Safety Be Impacted?
Moderator: Kevin Konecky, Battery and Energy Storage Systems Consultant, Total Battery Consulting
TABLE 6: Innovations in Recycling Battery Materials & Second Life
Moderator: Steven E. Sloop, President, OnTo Technology LLC
TABLE 7: Battery Management Systems
Moderator: Sheldon Williamson, PhD, Professor & Canada Research Chair, Electrical & Computer & Software Engineering, University of Ontario Institute of Technology
TABLE 8: Regulatory Initiatives & Transportation Safety
Moderator: Mike Pagel, Senior Consultant, Hazmat Safety Consulting
TABLE 9: Fire Safety Response
Moderator: Michael O'Brian, CEO, Code Savvy Consultants and Fire Chief, Brighton Area Fire Department
TABLE 10: Multi-Scale and Multi-Physics Modeling
Moderator: Lin Liu, PhD, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Kansas
TABLE 11: Using Synchrotron Tools to Build the Batteries of the Future at Canadian Light Source
Moderator: Jigang Zhou, PhD, Senior Industrial Scientist, Industry Services, Canadian Light Source, Inc.
TABLE 12: Safety in Transporting End of Life or DDR Batteries
Moderators: Joshua Davis, Scientist, U.S. Department of Transportation and Andrew Leyder, Program Analyst, Research, Development & Technology, U.S. Department of Transportation
TABLE 13: Requirements for Comprehensive Physical Characterization of Electrodes and Separators
Moderator: Martin Thomas, PhD, Lead Scientist, Product Competence, Anton Paar QuantaTec
TABLE 14: Energy Storage for the Grid
Moderator: Susan Babinec, Program Lead, Stationary Storage, Argonne Collaborative Center for Energy Storage Science (ACCESS), Argonne National Laboratory
TABLE 15: How Simulation and Modelling Tackle Battery Development Challenges?
Moderator: Waldemar Linares, Director of Advanced Simulation Technologies, AVL Mobility Technologies
TABLE 16: Opportunities and Barriers to Fast Charge in Automotive and Other Applications
Moderator: Brian Barnett, PhD, President, Battery Perspectives
Close of Day7:15 pm
3月22日(水)
Registration Open7:30 am
INCREASING ENERGY DENSITY: ANODES
エネルギー密度の増大:陰極

Genyo Kaneko, Battery Engineer, Maxell Corporation of America
Demands for batteries to solve social issues are diversifying with requirements for longer life, high heat resistance and safety being of great importance. It has become necessary to commercialize an All-Solid-State Battery to achieve the Next Generation Battery. Maxell will discuss the development, commercialization and mass production plans for their Next Generation, All-Solid-State Batteries in ceramic packages, and will explain the applications and roadmap that Maxell envisions.
Lithium Metal Anode Stabilization with Advanced Electrolytes
Arumugam Manthiram, PhD, Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin
The drive to increase the energy density of batteries has drawn much-revived interest to employ lithium metal as an anode with both oxide and sulfur cathodes, but its practical implementation is met with challenges. This presentation will focus on achieving efficient lithium plating and stripping with high coulombic efficiency by designing advanced electrolytes. A fundamental understanding of the factors involved in improving the efficiency will be discussed.
Alloying Strategy to Stabilize Metal Anode for Researchable Batteries
Yang Yang, PhD, Associate Professor, Nanoscience Technology Center, University of Central Florida
Safety and durability concerns caused by surface and interface instabilities of high-surface-activity energy materials are challenging modern electrochemical energy storage systems. In order to stabilize the surface and interface of energy materials, some surface and interface (strain, gradient, defect, confinement, etc.) engineerings are under consideration. In this presentation, I will introduce a new strategy to resolve the interfacial instability issues of battery materials using alloying strategy. Comprehensive studies based on experimental, theoretical, spectroscopic, and microscopic approaches prove that high reversibility can be achieved by using the proposed alloyed anodes because of the significantly improved diffusion and suppressed dendrite growth.

Isaiah Oladeji, Dr., Principal Scientist, ULVAC Technologies, Inc.
ULVAC has developed engineered particle processes that have transformed Li metal into a stable anode for lithium ion batteries. The engineered particle processes have also transformed dissolution prone/unstable intercalation and alloying cathode materials into stable cathodes. We present the combination of engineered particles based Li anode and engineered particles based cathodes that have the potential of producing safe/high energy density/long cycle life batteries needed for widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing10:00 am

Quasi-Solid-State and Ultralow Temperature Advanced Li-ion Batteries
Vilas G. Pol, PhD, Professor, Chemical Engineering, ViPER, Purdue University
ViPER (Vilas Pol’s Energy Research) laboratory at Purdue University, IN focuses research activities on the development and discovery of high-capacity electrode materials, enhanced low-temperature performance, battery recycling, quasi-solid state, and improved thermal safety. Recent advancements in high-performance quasi-solid-state safer lithium-ion batteries and electrolyte design for tailored electrode/electrolyte interfaces for ultralow (<-40 oC) temperature operations will be discussed.
Additive-Assisted in vitro Pre-Lithiation: As Enabling Tool to Realize High-Energy-Density Lithium-ion Batteries
Gebrekidan G. Eshetu, PhD, Senior Scientist & Group Leader Energy Storage Devices, Power Electronics & Electrical Drives, RWTH Aachen University
To overcome intrinsic challenges linked to silicon (Si) and Si-containing anode materials for next-generation high energy density lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), multi-functional additive-assisted in vitro pre-lithiation approach has been deployed, leading to the formation of pre-designed robust and controlled Solid Electrolyte Interphase (SEI) and thus improving the electrochemical performance (ca. long term cyclability, rate capability etc.) of Si and Si-containing anode in half- and full-cells (utilizing NMC cathode) configurations.
Breaking the Range Limit: A >1000 Wh/L, 240 Ah "Anode-Free" Cell for Electric Vehicles
Steven Kaye, PhD, CTO, Research & Advanced Engineering, Our Next Energy, Inc.
Our Next Energy is developing an “anode-free” range extender cell for its Gemini hybrid EV pack. With all lithium coming from the low-cost, low-nickel, and cobalt-free cathode, our cell doubles the range of electric vehicles, with >1,000 Wh/L at a cost of <$50/kWh at the cell level. In this talk, we will share our latest results, including performance and safety data from prototype 240 Ah, >1000 Wh/L prismatic can cells.

Scott Zwierlein, Coating Process Engineer, Frontier - a Delta ModTech Company
“The science of batteries is evolving at an alarming rate. To do quality research a team must have the best tools at their disposal. As it pertains to the production of coated electrodes and separator materials, I will be discussing how the tools you use can affect the outcome of your testing.”

Shih-Chieh Liao, PhD, Chief Technical Advisor, Research & Development, HCM Co., Ltd.
I will introduce LMFP and LMFP/NMC composite batteries, which are aimed at providing a holistic solution to EV battery safety, capacity, power, lifetime and cost issues. Our synthesized 4V olivine-structured LMFP exhibits a discharge capacity of 150 mAh/g with excellent rate capability (>15C) and lifetime >5000 cycles. We found that LMFP/NMC cells with double-layer electrode structures exhibited improved safety, rate performance, and cycle life compared with LMFP/NMC blend and NMC counterparts.
Networking Luncheon (Sponsorship Opportunity Available)12:45 pm
Dessert Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing2:15 pm

PLENARY KEYNOTE PROGRAM
全体基調講演
If a Lithium-ion Cell Can Operate for More Than 6 Months at 85°C How Long Can It Last at Ambient Temperature?
Jeff Dahn, FRSC, PhD, Professor of Physics and Atmospheric Science, NSERC/Tesla Canada Industrial Research Chair, Canada Research Chair, Dalhousie University
In a few of our recent papers, we have presented Li-ion cell designs with liquid electrolytes that give astounding lifetime at temperatures as high as 85°C. In fact, we have been testing these cells now at 100°C and they are operating well for more than one month so far. I will discuss what is required to make such awesome cells and then consider what their lifetime at ambient temperature might be. I will show that the energy density of these cells is very reasonable and that Co-free moderate-nickel designs also work equally well.
Next-Generation Batteries - An Update on Li Metal Battery and All Solid-State Battery
Shirley Meng, PhD, Professor, University of Chicago; Chief Scientist, Argonne Collaborative Center for Energy Storage Science, Argonne National Laboratory
With the recent success in deploying lithium-ion batteries for light-duty passenger cars, it is time for researchers and scientists to work on a road map of next-generation batteries beyond lithium-ion. In this talk, I will give an update on the current status of research efforts in enabling lithium metal batteries and all solid-state batteries. A few cutting-edge scientific tools will be introduced, including X-ray CT, Cryo-EM, Titration GC, and more, all aimed at quantitative understanding of the failure mechanisms of next-gen batteries.
Best of Show Exhibitor Award Ceremony & Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing4:00 pm
Close of Next-Generation Battery Research Conference4:30 pm
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