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As the automotive industry races towards an electrified future one of the key roadblocks to progress cost-effective large scale battery manufacture is being rapidly dismantled by breakthroughs in battery design and assembly. In a new LinkedIn livestream series experts from Henkel Adhesive Technologies share insights from the e-mobility market and the leading edge of battery assembly and design to take on any questions in an open discussion.As a thought leader within the value chain of this field Henkel has chosen this live format to create an additional platform to enhance and maximize direct and transparent interaction with customers industry partners and experts around the world to fuel the discussion on battery technology and production. The 5-part live talk series which launches on April 13th and will be moderated by Stefan Hoefer Global Market Strategy Head E-mobility at Henkel Adhesive Technologies will explore the opportunities and challenges in this area including improving charging performance enhancing safety optimizing assembly efficiency and techniques and solutions for protecting battery components to give Henkels thought-leader take on the topics.The challenge facing the automotive industry is unprecedented with battery design for large volume commercial application transpiring for the first time. Hence the ability to cost-efficiently build batteries will be a critical differentiator for auto manufacturers. Battery costs are already dropping from 1000 US-Dollar per KWH in 2010 to 156 US-Dollar per KWH today1. By 2030 projected cost could drop to 73 US-Dollar per KWH. In this first LinkedIn livestream experts from Henkel Adhesive Technologies describe how these next gains will be achieved and how the industry can take on the primary challenges regarding safety and battery life. Starting April 13th every Tuesday for 5 episodes the livestreams will provide insights and QA sessions on the following topics1. Thermal interface materials with Holger Schuh April 13 3 PM CESTThermal management is the key to safe and efficient battery performance. In this session Holger Schuh Global Manager for Automotive Components Thermal Technologies describes how this challenge can be taken on with best-in-class thermal interface materials. Thermal runaway remains a concern to stay with the limited operating temperature range of battery chemistry and to prevent fires. If just one cell catches fire it starts a chain reaction and destroys the entire pack. Hence thermal management is critical. Henkel produces a range of best-in-class thermal interface materials specifically to address thermal management issues in battery packs. In addition to thermal conductivity these materials offer such benefits as high flow rates to support large volume production lower assembly force reliability and rework ability. 2. Adhesives for Battery Components Assembly with Nicholas Bewick April 20 3 PM CESTThe electric vehicle market is expected to reach about one million sales this year. This large volume assembly process requires unique adhesives for quick high-automated assembly with adaptable cure mechanisms and work time. Henkel is a prominent and respected name in adhesives for a wide range of applications. Nicholas Bewick Senior Chemist for Automotive Components Bonding Technologies provides an overview on Henkels bonding solutions. 3. Sealants for Battery Gasketing with Matt Boback April 27 3 PM CESTSince the battery is the most expensive component in an electric car rework ability is a key requirement. Gasketing is used for sealing the battery pack tray to its cover and to act as a moisture barrier for the modules and the battery management system inside. The Henkel portfolio of gasketing products includes a solution specifically designed for battery pack application which allows for rework ability while providing sealing capabilities on par with FIPGs. 4. Surface Treatments for Corrosion Protection with Huimin Cao on May 4 3 PM CESTBattery pack frames typically are stamped or extruded piece of aluminium but this creates a mechanical design challenge as the process introduces micropores into the structure. These pores can lead to mechanical fractures and ineffective moisture protection. One solution is to impregnate the frames. Henkel is also one of the market leaders in providing impregnation services globally. In this livestream Huimin Cao Business Development Manager for Automotive Components Surface Treatment Solutions will describe impregnation services available from Henkel.5. Coatings for Battery Cells Pack with John McGee May 11 3 PM CESTIn this upcoming web series Henkel will cover all materials applied around the cells and module assemblies. Henkel also makes conductive coatings for cathodes. The unique solutions allow for more chargedischarge cycles and higher charge retention capacity. To learn more about the conductive coatings join John McGee Senior Scientific Principal for Automotive Components Coatings for this livestream.
