Electrochemistry

Welcome to Analytical R&D. We are a global consulting and engineering company offers you consulting, engineering and service, particularly in the subject areas of Batteries (Li-ion, Li-S, Na-ion, Metal-ion, Redox-Flow and Solid State Battery), Supercapacitors, Fuel cells (PEM, DMF and SOFC etc), and Electric mobility/Automotive, as well as the connection to renewable energies. Our objective is to provide high quality Experimental and Simulation/Modelling Research Consulting Service with excellent customer service.

Material Characterization

Analytical Characterization Precursors
Analytical Characterization of Anode, Cathode and Electrolyte to check the phase purity, composition, structure etc
Powder, Coatings, Dispersions and Thin-film Characterization (Air, N2, Ar and inert atmosphere etc)
Particle Size Analysis
Tap and powder density

Electrochemical Characterization

Cyclic voltammetry
Chronoamperometry
Chronopotentiometry
Conductivity Measurement
Coulometry
Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (@ different temp)
Galvanostatic Charge–Discharge Cycling
GITT & PITT
Half & Full Cell (coin & pouch cells)
Ionic Conductivity (@ different temp)
Polarography

Areas of expertise

Cell chemistry issues
Batteries (Li-ion, Li-S, Na-ion, Metal-ion, Redox-Flow and Solid State Battery), Supercapacitors, Fuel cells (PEM, DMF and SOFC etc), and Electric mobility/Automotive
Battery Failure Analysis
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Battery recycling
Prototype Evaluations
Material Identification, Properties
Modelling and Simulations
Training and Courses
Battery Management System (BMS) Development
Battery Thermal & Mechanical Simulation
Battery Testing and Validation
Battery pack testing and benchmarking

Battery Failure Analysis

Recent safety incidents with Li-ion batteries have raised concerns amongst battery producers and manufacturers of devices employing battery technology as battery failures have the potential to cause harm and can impact brand reputation. Our tools help analyzing failed batteries, even before opening them.

With the expected increase in Li-ion battery use, recycling will become an important theme in the coming years. Our tools can determine the materials in the battery cell, before its disassembly. After disassembly, we can help you to determine the effectiveness of your processes for separating battery waste into useful fractions.

See how we can help you to control the quality of your incoming battery materials, cell performance and cycle life.

Modelling and Simulation

We have the equipment and expertise required to investigate and identify the root cause of Li-ion battery failures

Failure Analysis generally involves three main steps

Non-destructive analysis of cells, including voltage, impedance and CT scanning

Opening selected cells in a dry room with photo documentation

Detailed examination of specific areas with optical and electron microscopes. This can include elemental analysis by EDS if required.

These are some typical methods, but each investigation is unique. In complex situations additional testing or analytical techniques may be needed to understand the cause of failure.

Typical Clients

Energy R&D Companies (Batteries, Supercapacitors, Fuel cells)
Catalysis R&D Companies
Start-up Companies