The Science of Batteries

In this 4-part session you will gain insights and understanding of what you can do in the battery industry with varied technologies. From investigating solutes and electrodes, following battery cell behavior, and in situ research on energy storage materials the Bruker Scientists are sharing a wealth of knowledge for your research.

Session 1: 11:00 a.m.

Powering the Future: Analytical Methods in Battery Research

Chemical understanding of batteries is essential for enhancing their performance, longevity, and safety. This session will highlight the role that analytical techniques play in battery research and development. By offering deep insights into the chemical, structural, and electrochemical properties of energy storage materials, these methods enable researchers to drive innovation and solve complex challenges. We'll provide an overview of key analytical approaches, including spectroscopy, solid-state NMR, and X-ray diffraction, and discuss their applications in advancing battery technology.

Session 2: 11:25 a.m.

Spectroelectrochemical Setup for Probing Reactions on Electrodes and in Electrolytes

Electrochemistry combined with vibrational spectroscopy provides powerful insights into electrochemical reactions and battery research through unique infrared and Raman signatures. The session will cover accessories, setup optimization, and applications like electro-oxidation of metal-organic complexes and lithium battery interface mapping.

Session 3: 11:50 a.m.

Advancements and Challenges of Solid-State NMR Technology for Battery Research

Solid-State Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) is a characterization technique applied to investigate the structural changes of/in battery materials. Advanced NMR approaches can be used to track and examine ion-exchange/diffusion across interfaces, electrolyte decomposition, dendrite formation, storage behavior of an electrode etc. during or following charging/discharging in order to understand electrochemical processes and improve battery properties.

Session 4: 12:15 p.m.

Charge and Structure: Understanding Batteries Through X-Ray Diffraction

X-ray diffraction (XRD) serves as a powerful tool for elucidating the structural properties of battery materials at the atomic scale. Modern XRD techniques can be used to understand the effects of cycling and synthesis methods on electrode stability and efficiency, ultimately guiding the development of next-generation energy storage solutions.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Gain an overview of current trends in battery technology.
• Understand the key components of battery chemistry and design.
• Learn about future trends in battery development and energy storage.

Who Should Attend:

• Laboratory managers
• Batteries developers
• Electrochemical researchers

Presenter: Federico Paruzzo, PhD (Academic Market Project Manager, Bruker BBIO)

Presenter: Sergey Shilov, PhD (NA Product Manager, Science, Bruker Optics)

Presenter: Edina Sic (Solutions Product Manager, Academic Battery Research, Bruker BioSpin Group)

Presenter: Nick Rodesney (XRD Applications Scientist, Bruker)

Presenter: Ann Thayer (Contributing Editor, C&EN Media Group)