If you’re reading this, there’s a strong chance that you have some misconceptions about thermal runaway.

Most engineers have seen it at some point: the design looks solid on paper, the mitigation strategy checks the usual boxes, and then validation tells a more complicated story.

What do industries like robotics, aerospace, electric vehicles, and energy storage have in common?

As modern technology continues to advance rapidly, lithium-ion batteries become a critical component of the world around us. Because of their lightweight design, rechargeable functionality, and wide temperature ranges, they will only become more relied upon in the years to come.