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Researchers at the Flemish Institute for Technical Research (VITO/EnergyVille) and KU Leuven developed a model of a semisolid flow battery (SSFB) to predict how flow rate affects particle discharge and how cell voltage changes during the discharge process. Per saperne di più
Volvo Trucks is using a simulation app to help optimize electric truck batteries. The app can be used to help produce more robust battery designs with ranges that can support highway travel over longer distances with fewer failures. Per saperne di più
IAV developed an approach for combining sodium-ion and solid-state lithium iron phosphate battery technologies to form a less expensive and more ecofriendly system that can handle EVs. Per saperne di più
Engineers at EMIX use numerical analysis to characterize and optimize all aspects of design for the manufacture of photovoltaic-grade silicon and photovoltaic cells, including reducing the cost of silicon wafers and improving purity for photovoltaic applications. By simulating the ... Per saperne di più
To design a lithium-ion battery that functions efficiently, engineers at Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. are using multiphysics simulation to evaluate and prevent the formation of dendrites, which occurs when a current is applied to a lithium metal electrode in the battery. Per saperne di più
Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA) is working on hydrogen-powered vehicles. The TRINA team is using simulation to help speed up the R&D process for fuel cell flow field plates. Per saperne di più
India’s transportation sector is pursuing ambitious electrification goals, and so manufacturers must optimize battery management systems (BMS). Exicom uses multiphysics simulation to understand the thermal behavior of battery packs, which helps to calibrate vehicle BMS designs. Per saperne di più
Engineers at Volkswagen Kassel build and distribute simulation applications that can be used to evaluate the strength of rotor laminations for electric vehicle motors. Specialized applications enable them to streamline motor design and development, saving time and money in the process. Per saperne di più
At Abbott, Freddy Hansen uses multiphysics simulation to model left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) to improve the outlook and quality of life for patients with heart failure. Numerical simulations spanning fluid dynamics, power supply, and thermal management allow him to characterize ... Per saperne di più
At the Fiat Research Center in Italy, Michele Gosso and Antonio Fiumara are working on the development of providing power for electric and hybrid vehicles. The team must combine individual lithium-ion battery pouch cells into battery packs to generate the 350V needed, while providing the ... Per saperne di più
