Battery Cell Production 4.0 – Sustainability through Automated and Circular Production (Wednesday, 27.11.2024)
Discover the latest advancements in battery production and recycling technologies through our two engaging parallel sessions. Session I provides a comprehensive exploration of the entire battery production process—from mixing to cell finishing—with a special emphasis on innovative production techniques and digitalization. Session II introduces state-of-the-art disassembly and recycling processes, enhanced by innovative digital technologies. Both sessions feature a presentation from industry showcasing the latest applications of digitalization in battery production and recycling. Choose the session that best aligns with your interests and expertise!
Scope
A thorough understanding of product-process interactions and their effects on cell performance, recycling rate and costs is crucial for informed decision-making in the battery production and recycling industry. The goal is to create an efficient production and recycling chain with real-time monitoring of key parameters, optimizing economic efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. This expertise supports the development of sustainable, flexible battery production and recycling lines that are tailored to specific cell requirements, applications, and recycling objectives.
Session I: Automated Electrode and Cell Production
In this session, we will explore advanced processes in electrode and cell production, focusing on innovative drying techniques, semi-dry methods, and continuous coating approaches. We’ll examine how process parameters affect electrode structure and, ultimately, their performance characteristics. Additionally, the session will showcase advanced inline measurement technologies, utilizing sensors for quality control in battery cell manufacturing. We will also discover the latest automation innovations, particularly in z-folding, where industry-scale robotics and precise process control ensure high throughput and quality.
You’ll also gain insights into the integration of grippers, transport systems, cameras, and sensors for stable, reproducible production processes. The session will delve into automated cell assembly and digitization tools, including tracking, tracing, and data mining, to improve product quality, reduce scrap, and minimize resource waste.
| Time | Topic | Who |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Introduction, material overview & electrode production | Prof. Dr.-Ing. Arno Kwade |
| 10:30 – 10:40 | Coffee Break | All participants |
| 10:40 – 11:30 | Automated cell assembly | Do Minh Nguyen |
| 11:30 – 11:40 | Coffee Break | All participants |
| 11:40 – 12:30 | Digitalization of cell production | Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christoph Herrmann |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Industry: digitalization solution for battery cell production | Tba |
| 13:00 | Lunch Break | All participants |
Chair of session I: Prof.-Dr.-Ing. Arno Kwade
Professor Arno Kwade will go into detail about the intricate role of proper slurry mixing and dispersing of conductive additives as well as electrode coating, drying and calendering on the porous electrode structure and by extend to the electrodes properties.
Automated cell assembly
Automated cell assembly
Session II: Circular Battery Production
In this session, we will first delve into advanced processes of cell disassembly with high levels of automation, including the use of robotics at various stages, from single cells to complete battery modules. We will explore how modularity and data-driven methods enhance operational efficiency and improve quality control processes.You’ll also discover the latest technological advancements in battery recycling, focusing on innovations that boost efficiency, sustainability, and scalability. We will examine key recycling methods, such as mechanical separation, hydrometallurgical, and pyrometallurgical processes, and discuss their significant economic benefits and contributions to ecological sustainability.
Furthermore, the session will highlight the advantages of integrating digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize recycling processes, enable real-time monitoring, and implement predictive maintenance in recycling facilities.
| Time | Topic | Who |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Introduction, battery cell recycling | Prof.-Dr.-Ing. Sabrina Zellmer |
| 10:30 – 10:40 | Coffee Break | All participants |
| 10:40 – 11:30 | Automated cell disassembly | Timo Hölter |
| 11:30 – 11:40 | Coffee Break | All participants |
| 11:40 – 12:30 | Digitalization of recycling | Prof. Dr.-Ing. Carsten Schilde |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Industry: digitalization solution for battery cell recycling | Tba |
| 13:00 | Lunch Break | All participants |
Chair of session II: Prof.-Dr.-Ing. Sabrina Zellmer
Professor Sabrina Zellmer will go into detail about the fundamentals of battery recycling with in-depth focus on the recycling processes (e. g. mechanical, hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgical) and holistic recycling approaches.
Introduction, battery cell recycling
