Alberto Berrueta

Universidad Publica De Navarra

Alberto Berrueta received an MSc (Hons) and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Public University of Navarre (UPNA), Spain, in 2013 and 2017, respectively. In 2013, he joined the Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics and Renewable Energy Research Group (Ingeper) at UPNA, where he is currently an associate professor and a linked researcher at the Research Institute of Smart Cities. His research interests include electrochemical modeling, aging, energy management algorithms, and the safety of lithium-ion batteries. To date, Dr. Berrueta has published more than forty contributions to international journals and conferences, authored two book chapters, and edited one book.

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Welcome to an in-depth look at the breakthroughs and challenges in the world of lithium batteries. This edited volume covers the history, current state, and future prospects of various aspects of lithium battery research. We explore the quest for higher energy and power density, better safety measures, and sustainable innovations driving the lithium battery revolution. The chapters address the challenges of anode materials, the crucial importance of safety, the specific needs of batteries for aerial electric vehicles, and advancements in lithium metal batteries. These chapters offer a thorough overview for enthusiasts, researchers, and industry experts. Key topics include nanostructuring, thermal runaway mitigation, 3D printing, and custom designs. This book provides insights into lithium battery technology and a roadmap towards sustainable, efficient, and innovative energy solutions. Discover the future of energy storage as we work together to advance lithium-ion battery technology.

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Lithium Batteries

Edited by Alberto Berrueta

Chapters authored

Perspective Chapter: Thermal Runaway in Lithium-Ion Batteries

By Iñaki Lalinde, Alberto Berrueta, Juan José Valera, Joseba Arza, Pablo Sanchis and Alfredo Ursúa

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are becoming well established as a key component in the integration of renewable energies and in the development of electric vehicles. Nevertheless, they have a narrow safe operating area with regard to the voltage and temperature conditions at which these batteries can work. Outside this area, a series of chemical reactions take place that can lead to component degradation, reduced performance and even self-destruction. The phenomenon consisting of the sudden failure of an LIB, causing an abrupt temperature increase, is known as thermal runaway (TR) and is considered to be the most dangerous event that can occur in LIBs. Therefore, the safety of LIBs is one of the obstacles that this technology must overcome in order to continue to develop and become well established for uses in all types of applications. This chapter presents a detailed study of the general issues surrounding this phenomenon. The origin of the problem is identified, the causes are detailed as well as the phases prior to TR. An analysis is made of the most relevant factors influencing this phenomenon, and details are provided of detection, prevention and mitigation measures that could either prevent the TR or reduce the consequences.

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Introductory Chapter: Frontiers of Lithium Battery Technology – Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Horizons

By Alberto Berrueta and Alfredo Ursúa

Part of the book: Lithium Batteries