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Mohammad Asadi, Ph.D. from Illinois Institute of Technology will be discussing Challenges and Opportunities in Solid-State Electrolyte Manufacturing for Lithium Batteries at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "We recently developed a solid-state composite polymer electrolyte capable of operating efficiently with lithium metal, opening new pathways for high-energy-density batteries. Since its initial development, our efforts have focused on optimizing the electrolyte properties to enable scalable manufacturing. In this presentation, I will highlight our latest findings and discuss the opportunities and challenges of implementing this electrolyte in advanced lithium-metal battery technologies, with a primary focus on lithium–air systems." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Alex Kosyakov from Natrion Inc. will be discussing Safety and Manufacturability of Semi-Solid-State Li-Metal Batteries with Ultra-Thin Anode at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 12-13, 2026. "Natrion is the manufacturer of Active Separator, a thin, flexible solid-state electrolyte separator for lithium secondary batteries. Natrion will present its latest validation of the performance and safety of semi-solid lithium-metal batteries pairing Active Separator with 5-20 micrometer-thick lithium-metal anodes. This will include cyclability of high-capacity pouch cells at ambient temperatures and pressures (zero clamping) demonstrating 1000+ Wh/L, 400+ Wh/kg energy densities, as well as independent abuse testing results." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Steven J. Visco from PolyPlus Battery Company will be discussing Advances in Li-ion/Sulfur Batteries and Low-Cost Lithium Sulfide at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "Lithium-sulfur batteries have been challenging to commercialize despite sulfur's high theoretical capacity, abundance, low cost, and environmental friendliness. Technical hurdles include the polysulfide shuttle and poor cycling of the lithium and sulfur electrode. PolyPlus eliminated the polysulfide shuttle with a ceramic solid electrolyte, replaced the lithium electrode with graphite, and introduced a high-capacity aqueous polysulfide electrode that cycles reversibly. PolyPlus will also discuss its low-cost synthesis for lithium sulfide." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Adam Cohn from Exponent will be discussing Cycling-Induced Electrode Deformation and the Potential Safety Implications at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "This presentation will examine cycling-induced electrode deformation and the associated potential safety implications." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Join us at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit, taking place August 11–12, 2026, in Chicago, where Danielle Gendron, Ph.D. of QuantumScape will present: From Lab to Market: Commercializing Solid-State Batteries at Global Scale Solid-state battery technology can overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion batteries, enabling longer range, faster charging, and enhanced safety. Applications span automotive, AI data centers, defense, robotics, and aerospace. QuantumScape is now scaling production through an automated pilot line to bring this technology to market. Danielle will discuss commercialization strategies—including licensing models with global partners—to make this transformative technology accessible at scale. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from an industry leader and connect with professionals dedicated to advancing battery safety. https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Join us at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit, taking place August 11–12, 2026, in Chicago, where Mickael Dollé of Université de Montréal will present: Flammability and Safety of Next-Generation Battery Electrolytes: From Liquids to Gels Electrolyte flammability remains a key safety challenge for advanced batteries. We present standardized flash-point measurements applied to both aqueous-organic and gel-polymer electrolytes, revealing how solvent composition, molecular interactions, and polymer matrices influence ignition risk. These results provide practical insights for designing safer liquid and quasi-solid electrolytes for industrial battery applications. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from an industry leader and connect with professionals dedicated to advancing battery safety. https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Rana Mohtadi, PhD from Toyota Research Institute will be discussing Solid-State Batteries: Progress in Solid Electrolytes and Needs at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "Advancements in solid-state battery technology on a material design level are needed to overcome existing challenges with known solid-electrolyte materials. In the presentation, we will outline the key research areas that deserve increased attention from the R&D community and share up-to-date progress from our laboratories." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Yatish P. from Imperial College London will be answering the question Can Sparse Temperature Sensing Reliably Detect Thermal Runaway? Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Commercial Battery Packs at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "This talk evaluates how effective these low-cost temperature measurements are for early fault detection, using a combined modelling and experimental approach. It critically compares temperature-based diagnostics with alternative sensing methods, demonstrating that despite limitations, temperature sensing remains the most viable solution for scalable, cost-constrained battery management systems." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Justin Connell from Argonne National Laboratory will be discussing Scalable Sulfide-Solid Electrolyte Powder Coatings for Enhanced Performance and Manufacturability at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit in Chicago, IL, August 11-12, 2026. "We have developed a powder coating approach to address limitations to the manufacturability and performance of sulfide solid-state electrolytes (SSEs). Ultrathin (= 1 nm) coatings on SSE powders stabilize them to aggressively oxidizing atmospheres while significantly improving electrochemical performance. The scalability of this approach is demonstrated with up to 100 g/batch processing achieved. This strategy enables a new framework for accelerating the integration of sulfide SSEs into next-generation solid-state batteries." https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery

Join us at the 16th Annual Battery Safety Summit, August 11–12, 2026, in Chicago, where Owen (Zijie) Lu of Ford Motor Company will present: Design Considerations for Robust and High-Performance Silicon Anodes in Solid-State Battery Applications Silicon anodes have the potential to significantly improve the performance of solid-state batteries, but designing them for long-term stability and reliability remains a key challenge. In this presentation, Owen Lu will review the latest advancements in silicon-based anodes across the material, electrode, and cell levels, highlighting a promising design strategy for developing robust, high-performance solid-state batteries. Attendees will also gain insights into the performance of a prototype cell and explore future opportunities for enhancing solid-state silicon anode technology. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dnixj4Q #BatterySafety #SolidStateBattery #BatteryTechnology #EnergyStorage #BatteryInnovation