The Battery Inspection Forum
Cincinnati, November 13-14, 2024
In this article:
- Battery Inspection Forum Returns to Cincinnati in 2024: Waygate Technologies will host the second annual Battery Inspection Forum on November 13–14, 2024, at its Customer Solution Center, bringing together global experts in battery manufacturing, testing, and non-destructive inspection
- Hands-On Access to Advanced NDT Technologies: Attendees will engage with cutting-edge CT, X-ray, and ultrasonic inspection systems, including the new V|tome|x M300 Neo and Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Axia ChemiSEM, in live demonstrations and tutorials
- Expert-Led Presentations from Industry and Academia: The event features a diverse speaker lineup from the U.S. Department of Energy, national labs, universities, and leading battery manufacturers, covering the latest in battery safety, degradation analysis, and inspection innovation
- Workshops Focused on Real-World Battery Challenges: Afternoon sessions offer self-directed, hands-on workshops on topics like pouch cell inspection, AI-based defect recognition (ADR), and multi-cell scanning for EV battery modules
- Driving Innovation in Battery Quality Assurance: The forum emphasizes the role of non-destructive testing in advancing battery reliability, safety, and sustainability—key pillars for the future of electric mobility and energy storage
The Battery Inspection Forum
The second annual Battery Inspection Forum (BIF) will again be hosted by Waygate Technologies at their Customer Solution Center in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 13th and 14th 2024. Waygate Technologies has been at the forefront of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) of battery cells, modules and packs for over 20 years.
This event will bring together thought leaders, practitioners, battery manufacturers, recyclers, test houses, academia, and Department of Energy National Laboratories for two days of talks, tutorials and hands on workshops utilizing multiple NDT inspection modalities. Register now to reserve your spot at this industry leading event.
REGISTER HERE!
What to expect?
The event will consist of two mornings of unique, informative and thought-provoking presentations and two afternoons of self-directed hands on tutorials and workshops provided by global battery experts. Highlights will include:
- The opportunity to get hands on experience with multiple CT X-ray and Ultrasonic inspection solutions, the Thermo Fisher Scientific Axia ChemiSEM Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and battery specific production optimization software
- A diverse speaker agenda including battery inspection specialists, Department of Energy, DoE National Laboratories and leading universities
- Introduction to the all-new V|tome|x M300 Neo, a state-of-the-art industrial X-ray and CT solution ideally suited to cell, module and small battery pack inspection
- To view cell/battery inspection results from multiple NDT modalities
- Battery cell inspection including AI based ADR
- Exposure to other NDT solutions within the event venue, a 30,000 ft² state-of-the-art Customer Solution Center
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BIF 2023 In Review
Last year’s Battery Inspection Forum extended over two day and included sixteen outstanding presentations followed by a half day of self-directed workshops/tutorials. Some of the presentations that were provided included:
- Dr. Laurent Pilon of ARPA-E, US Department of Energy
- Heiko Witte of Chesco, Germany
- Emil Nasbaum of Automobile Recyclers Association
- Dr. Ilias Belharouak of Oak Ridge National Labs
- Dr. Hernan Sanchez Casalongue of Exponent
- Dr. Seoung-Bum Son of Argonne National Laboratory
- Dr. Dong Zhang, Ph.D. Zhang of the University of Oklahoma
- Josh Schradin of Waygate Technologies talking our new 9MeV power|scan HE
On the afternoon of the second day seven workshops/tutorials were offered of which the attendees could select any four. These covered the Thermo Fisher Avizo software and Thermo Scientific Axia ChemiSEM; battery pack inspection, the Waygate Technologies x|approver ADR software, pouch cell overhand inspection, a multi-cell scan and ultrasound battery inspection.
Day one was concluded by the enthusiastic participation of many at TopGolf and an excellent opportunity to network. The event was packed with quality content, held in a great facility, with great engagement and many learnings.
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Call for Papers
Have you solved a critical battery inspection challenge with the help of X-ray and CT inspection and would like to become an active part of the Forum? Get in touch with us. We are always looking for exciting, interesting or instructive presentations and would welcome your participation. Reach out to neil.bloomfield@bakerhughes.com and we will share information on how you can become a presenter!
We are looking forward to seeing you in Cincinnati!