Cambridge EnerTech’s
Battery Power for Consumer Electronics
Innovation in Advanced Batteries for Portable Devices
NEW DATES - July 29-30, 2020
The demands and requirements of battery power for wireless devices have increased exponentially over the past decade. These increased demands have created significant market opportunities for battery developers. This conference will focus on the latest
technological advancements in portable power for smart phones, tablets, laptops, medical devices and power tools. The conference presentations will provide an in-depth analysis of emerging new battery chemistries, pack designs and battery management
systems. In addition, an examination of the latest charging technologies and advances in safety will be addressed. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network with the complete battery development ecosystem, from principal scientists to device
manufacturers.
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Wednesday, july 29
1:45 PLENARY KEYNOTE SESSION: Organizer’s Opening Remarks
Craig Wohlers, Executive Director, Conferences, Cambridge EnerTech
1:50 The Fast-Changing World of Battery Applications
Bob Galyen, CTO, Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd. (CATL)
Today’s advanced battery technologies have enabled a myriad of new applications unthought of only a few decades ago. Let’s take a walk through the world of applications to see how this has transpired and where it will take us into the
future. The enabling doctrines of the GOLDEN RULES of electrification will also be reviewed.
2:20 The New NFPA 855 Standard for Installation of ESS
Celina Mikolajczak, Vice President, Battery Technology, Panasonic Energy of North America
2:50 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
3:45 Organizer’s Opening Remarks
Craig Wohlers, Executive Director, Conferences, Cambridge EnerTech
3:50 Chairperson’s Remarks
John Wozniak, PhD, President, Energy Storage and Power Consulting, Core Quality International, Ltd.
3:55 Battery Testing for Consumer Electronics: Motivations and Methods
Walter
van Schalkwijk, PhD, Principal Battery Scientist, Microsoft
This presentation discusses the motivations and the testing methods that support them. Most testing methods are common to all these motivations, but the data are collected and used differently. This presentation gives some clarity to the complexities
of battery testing and how resources can be efficiently used to achieve more with better test planning.
4:25 Development and Commercialization of a Silicon-Based Lithium-Ion Battery
Cameron Dales, COO, Enovix Corporation
Over the past decade, there have been numerous attempts to significantly increase the energy density of a lithium-ion battery by incorporating a silicon-anode, but none has yet progressed from the lab to the marketplace. This presentation will describe
our path to commercialization from concept and performance-cost targets through prototype development, pilot production, sampling, design wins, product development, full-scale automated production and go-to-market strategy.
4:55 Quality Philosophy in the Manufacture of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Bruce Miller, Technology
Strategist, Dell
The manufacturing processes employed in the creation of lithium-ion cells are quite convoluted and intricate. To ship a good, consistent product, the process design and control methodology employed must be quite rigorous. Attention to detail is important
from end to end. In actual practice, two manufacturing processes may appear to be equivalent, but the implementation approach can significantly affect the output of the process. A few real-world examples will be used to illustrate the points.
5:25 Dinner Tutorial Registration*
5:45 - 8:00 Dinner Tutorials*
*Best Value or separate registration required for Tutorials.
8:00 Close of Day
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Thursday, july 30
7:30 am Registration Open
7:45 Interactive Breakout Discussion Groups with Continental Breakfast
The breakouts are informal, moderated discussions with brainstorming and interactive problem solving, allowing participants from diverse backgrounds to exchange ideas and experiences and develop future collaborations around a focused topic.
Each topic is led by a moderator who ensures focused conversation around the key issues of that topic. Attendees choose to join a specific group. View list of topics here.
8:45 Session Break
9:00 Chairperson’s Remarks
William Braff, Engineering Program Manager, Apple
9:05 A Method to Enhance System Peak Power while Mitigating Battery Degradation
Naoki Matsumura, Lead Engineer, Intel Corporation
Many computing devices that use batteries can enhance system performance by peak-power mode. In this mode, system extracts higher current from a battery for a short period. While this makes computing speed faster, arbitrary peak power may
cause battery degradation. This session talks about a method to enable peak power mode while mitigating battery degradation.
9:35 Challenges of Wearable Batteries
Lawrence
Pan, PhD, Principal Battery Engineer, Fitbit
The growing wearables market accounts for 100’s of millions of batteries each year. The small footprint of wearables and growing customer expectations of them present unique challenges for battery performance, design, manufacturing,
and safety compared to larger secondary batteries found in phones, tablets, and laptops. We will discuss some limitations and advantages, as well as the advances required to meet the demands of future wearables.
10:05 Towards Comprehending Fast Charging of Lithium Ion Batteries
Kamal Shah, Director, Platform Architecture Management Client Computing Group, Intel Corp; Chairman, Mobile PC Extended Battery Life Working Group, EBLWG
Fast charging is a highly desired feature in many applications. This talk will overview results of fast charging using several different protocols. For each protocol, questions such as how long does it take to charge and to what state of the
charge the cells get to will be answered. Once a particular protocol is identified to be the most optimal, further experiments can be done to understand impact on safety and aging.
10:35 Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
11:20 Battery-Enabled Electrification of Outdoor Power Equipment
Mattias Simonsson, Channel Manager, Stanley, Black and Decker
Many garden tools that have traditionally been powered by gas or cords are being converted to lithium-ion batteries. This is a journey that has only just begun and that will continue to change the way both consumers handle yard work and how
landscapers do business.
11:50 Bringing Battery Technology to Market
Rick Thompson,
Chief Battery Technologist, Dell Technologies
Demand for battery innovation continues to grow at a remarkable pace. We are often presented with new battery ideas and technologies, but it is important to understand how we qualify and use batteries in different scenarios. There are many
requirements involved in bringing new battery technology to life.
12:20 pm Connecting the Dots between Li-Ion Battery Technology, Supply Chain, and Portable Home Appliances
Chia-Ying
Lee, PhD, Principal Battery Engineer, SharkNinja
Supply of Li-ion battery has turned to surplus since 2019 due to the production capacity expansion and EV subsidy facing out. Battery cell manufacturers are seeking new customers and applications in order to increase their cash flow. Portable
home appliances become an attractive sector due to the exponential growth in demand and short payment terms. However, the product requirements of home appliances are different from EV, and new cell technology and design are required. Hence,
a new trend in cell technology and product development strategy are evolving. Analysis of this dynamic situation, technical advancement, and business opportunity will be presented in detail.
12:50 Walking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing (Sponsorship Opportunity Available)
1:50 Dessert Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
2:20 Chairperson’s Remarks
Bruce Miller, Technology Strategist, Dell
2:25 Battery Management for Pulsed Load Applications
Yevgen Barsukov, Head of Algorithm Development, Battery Management Systems, Texas Instruments
Prediction of remaining capacity is less meaningful than prediction of number of pulses. In addition, power tool applications have a series of challenges related to the need of fast charging while achieving acceptable cycle life. This presentation
covers the key aspects of gauging and fast charging for highly intermittent load applications.
2:55 Consumer Battery Opportunities: Beyond 3C
John Wozniak,
PhD, President, Energy Storage and Power Consulting, Core Quality International, Ltd.
Formerly niche battery applications have grown considerably since 2016 and continue to be a profitable space for those suppliers willing and able to meet some extreme requirements. Two interesting product categories will be discussed in this
presentation, each with its own specific challenges.
3:25 Electrolyte Wetting in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Jianlin Li, PhD,
Research Scientist, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
This talk will include: 1) determining the electrolyte imbibition rate in LiNi0.5Mn0.3Co0.2O2 cathodes, graphite anodes, and separators; 2) processing effect on electrolyte wetting; and 3) how the pores are filled with electrolytes.
3:55 British American Tobacco: Transforming Tobacco
Matthew
Howard, Battery Engineer, British American Tobacco
At BAT, we have been satisfying adult consumers, delivering shareholder value and creating valued employment for over a century. With the emergence of e-cigarettes and tobacco heating products, BAT’s growing portfolio now includes consumer
electronic products. In this talk BAT discuss the challenges and how they are driving forward to continually improve device safety and performance.
4:25 Networking Refreshment Break
4:45 PLENARY KEYNOTE SESSION: Organizer’s Opening Remarks
Craig Wohlers, Executive Director, Conferences, Cambridge EnerTech
4:50 An Intrinsically Flexible Li-Ion Battery for Wearable Devices
Avetik Harutyunyan, PhD, Chief Scientist and Research Director, Materials Science, Honda Research Institute
We demonstrate bendable, twistable, and foldable Li-ion rechargeable pouch cell battery that approaches the ceiling of gravimetric energy density imposed by the lithium storage material. Mentioned performances become a possibility because
of the elimination of metal current collectors, binders, and additives from the electrodes.
5:20 PANEL DISCUSSION: Roadmap to 2030: Opportunities & Illusions
Moderator:
Brian Barnett, PhD, President, Battery Perspectives LLC
Panelists:
Avetik Harutyunyan, PhD, Chief Scientist and Research Director, Materials Science, Honda Research Institute
Viktor Irle, Market Analyst, EV-Volumes.com
Bruce Miller, Technology Strategist, Dell
The prospects for lithium-ion are justifiably receiving major attention. Projected growth rates are impressive and numerous market drivers and trends (vehicle electrification, 5G, wearables, ESS, IoT, the cloud) reinforce the potential for
even higher growth. Responding to the challenge, Li-ion technology has been steadily improving even as costs have been decreasing. Requirements for even higher energy are stimulating massive R&D efforts to bring next generation materials
to market. The roadmap to 2030 offers many opportunities, but not without major challenges. A panel of experts will discuss forecasts for 2030, providing insights about opportunities, challenges, barriers and key factors shaping the 2030
Roadmap.
6:05 Close of Conference
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