MA – Building a Setup to Investigate the Influence of Pressure on Electrodes in Solid-State Batteries

The primary aim of master’s thesis to design and build an experimental setup specifically tailored for investigating the external pressure effect on different solid-state battery materials. The setup
will enable comprehensive testing and real-time monitoring of solid-state battery cells during their operational cycles. The research will primarily concentrate on the influence of varying pressure
conditions on the stack level within solid-state batteries.
As the demand for safe and efficient energy storage solutions continues to grow, it is essential to address the challenges associated with these advanced batteries. Understanding the mechanisms
by which solid electrolytes transport ions is important for advancing the field of solid-state batteries.
The focus of this setup is to shed light on the relatively unexplored area of how external pressure affects the ion conductivity and capacity of solid-state battery materials which are key factors in
battery performance. By developing a specialized setup for operando testing, the research seeks to uncover critical insights into the behaviour of different solid-state battery materials under varying pressure conditions, which can have far-reaching implications for the development of safer, more efficient, and sustainable energy storage technologies.

Bearbeiter: Tejaswini Kumbharde

Betreuer: Bernd Eckhardt

Verantwortlicher: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin März