Our competences

Applied research for innovative solutions

The Fraunhofer Battery Alliance carries out applied research in the field of electrochemical energy storage, to develop innovative solutions for sustainable and high-performance battery technologies. With 26 member institutes and technological proficiency spanning the entire value chain, the Battery Alliance offers extensive expertise ranging from material development to series production and application. Battery testing, studies, roadmaps, and techno-economic assessments accompany our research work, bridging the divide between science and industrial application.

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Material Research

The material research includes the synthesis, development and optimization of materials and components, such as active materials, electrodes, separators and electrolytes.

Cell Production

The member institutes operate pilot plants up to the MWh/a range, in order to transfer laboratory results to an industrial scale. In these facilities, every stage of battery cell production can be carried out.

System & Integration

The work at system level includes module and pack development, battery system design, battery management systems, thermal optimization, safety concepts, diagnostic systems and overall battery system integration.

End-of-Life & Battery Recycling

Our member institutes are working to advance automated disassembly and develop various recycling strategies and processes to maximize sustainability and geopolitical independence. A key aspect of the work is a holistic approach.

Simulation & Modeling

Based on knowledge of the individual battery cell, the behavior of modules and packs can be simulatively tested in advance up to the system level.

Testing & Evaluation

Batteries are tested using electrical, thermal, and mechanical tests. This includes performance tests, lifetime determination, operational stability, system reliability and various types of safety tests with coupled analytics.