Research

Research conducted in the BATT CAVE is designed to discover new materials, challenge fundamental electrochemical theories and develop mechanistic modeling for developing alternative battery types.

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Battery safety testing
Artur Wolek works on marine robotics with student in BATT CAVE
Autonomous surface vessels for infrastructure inspection
Wireless power transfer for rail application
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Autonomous, connected vehicles for smart cities
Unmanned aerial systems using real-time wind velocity sensing

Focused Areas:

Development of new battery materials and chemistries
Multiphysics modeling to solve safety and durability issues
Design/integration with automobiles, airplanes, space centers, computers and more
EV charging infrastructure
Power electronics for motor drive systems

Autonomous Vehicles

Battery Safety and Optimization

Materials Science and Energy Storage