Boaz Mamo, Addionics

The ECS Detroit Section invites you to “Smart Metals for Next-Gen Batteries: How Porous 3D Current Collectors Redefine Cell Design for a New Era of Performance and Cost” presented by Boaz Mamo (Addionics) on April 7 at Mercedes-Benz R&D North America.  

Title: “Smart Metals for Next-Gen Batteries: How Porous 3D Current Collectors Redefine Cell Design for a New Era of Performance and Cost”  

Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 

Schedule: 1800h Posters and Dinner | 1900h Speakers 

Location: Mercedes-Benz R&D North America, 35555 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48331  (more…)

In an era where energy storage defines the pace of technological progress, breakthroughs in battery science are not just academic; they are transformative. A compelling new article by Jan Haß, Jonas Görtz, Janik Hense, and Andreas Jupke, published on IOPscience, offers deep insights into cutting-edge developments shaping the next generation of electrochemical systems.

A pivotal challenge in battery technology

“Reaction Protocol for the Electro-Oxidation of Ethylene Glycol on Gold in PET Upcycling,” featured research  in the Journal of The Electrochemical Society (JES)—one of the most respected journals in the field—addresses a pivotal challenge in battery technology. The work explores advanced materials and mechanisms that could significantly enhance how energy is stored and delivered in lithium-based systems. While lithium ion batteries already power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles, scientists are constantly pushing boundaries to improve efficiency, durability, and safety—goals that are crucial for sustainable energy solutions and broader electrification efforts. (more…)

All-solid-state batteries are widely viewed as a next-generation solution for safer and higher energy storage. But translating promising materials from the lab to large-scale manufacturing depends on more than performance alone—it also requires compatibility with real-world production environments.

A new open-access article in the Journal of The Electrochemical Society examines how chloride-based solid-state electrolytes behave when exposed to dry room conditions commonly used in battery manufacturing. The study focuses on practical considerations that matter for scalability, offering valuable insight into how these materials respond outside ideal laboratory settings.  (more…)

We’re thrilled to recognize one of the top-read articles in the Journal of The Electrochemical Society (JES): “Changes in Structure and Ionic Resistance of Lithium-Ion Battery Graphite Electrodes – Part I: Impact of Formation and SEI” by Jonas L. S. Dickmanns, Lennart Reuter, Robert Morasch, Filippo Maglia, Roland Jung, and Hubert A. Gasteiger.

This study dives into the structural evolution of graphite electrodes during the formation process of lithium-ion batteries—particularly the development of the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI). The authors provide a detailed, quantitative understanding of how this formation process impacts porosity, tortuosity, and thickness, ultimately increasing ionic resistance by up to 25 percent. These findings are essential for researchers and engineers seeking to design batteries that are not only more energy-dense, but also more efficient and durable. (more…)

Register for Elham Sahraei’s April 7 seminar 

The ECS Detroit Section invites you to “Detecting Internal Short Circuit in Li-ion Cells with Sahraei Failure Model” on April 7, presented by Elham Sahraei, Professor and Director of the Electric Vehicle Safety Lab, Temple University, at Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.

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Pre-registration required by Sunday, April 6, 2025

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Register for William Mays’ March 12 seminar 

The ECS Detroit Section invites you to “Design Characteristics of High-Power Vs. High Energy Batteries” presented by William Mays, BASF Battery Materials Technical Account Manager, on March 12 at Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.

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Pre-registration is required.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, March 11, 2025

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