MSEN4306 - Batteries and Energy Storage Devices

MSEN 4306 Batteries and Energy Storage Devices (3 semester credit hours) As a type of energy storage device, batteries, especially lithium-ion batteries, have electrified our society through their applications in portable electronics (cell phones, tablets, laptops, etc.), electric vehicles, medical devices, and grid energy storage. The global demand for lithium-ion batteries is expected to increase from about 700 GWh in 2022 to around 4.7 TWh by 2030. This course will introduce energy storage devices with a focus on battery technology. Various battery systems will be covered including alkaline batteries, lead-acid batteries, lithium-ion batteries, zinc-ion batteries, and flow batteries. The importance of battery design to its performance and safety will be discussed for various applications. We will also cover other energy storage technologies for applications like grid-level energy storage. Prerequisite: MSEN 3304. (3-0) R