Rares-George Scurtu, Alessandro Innocenti, Vanessa Scheck, Mario Maunz, Thomas Waldmann, Markus Hölzle, Alice Hoffmann, Peter Axmann, Margret Wohlfahrt-Mehrens
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Abstract
A frequently undervalued aspect of lithium-ion battery performance reporting is the specification of the format and area of the tested cells. However, these parameters provide crucial insights into the quality of the electrodes used for cell assembly and the reliability of the data obtained from the investigated systems. Here we focus on the aspects of process standardization and industry collaboration necessary for translating nanoscale electrochemical processes to Ah-scale cells. We examine the role of cell area and format in promoting comparability and standardization in battery research studies with technology readiness levels of 4 or higher. In addition, we discuss the limitations, challenges and expectations associated with measuring and evaluating battery performance exclusively in small cell formats.
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Nature Nanotechnology is a prestigious journal that publishes high-quality papers in various areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology. The journal focuses on the design, characterization, and production of structures, devices, and systems that manipulate and control materials at atomic, molecular, and macromolecular scales. It encompasses both bottom-up and top-down approaches, as well as their combinations.
Furthermore, Nature Nanotechnology fosters the exchange of ideas among researchers from diverse disciplines such as chemistry, physics, material science, biomedical research, engineering, and more. It promotes collaboration at the forefront of this multidisciplinary field. The journal covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental research in physics, chemistry, and biology, including computational work and simulations, to the development of innovative devices and technologies for various industrial sectors such as information technology, medicine, manufacturing, high-performance materials, energy, and environmental technologies. It includes coverage of organic, inorganic, and hybrid materials.