Powering the Future: Overcoming Challenges in Battery Commercialization

 

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In today's episode, we have a detailed and technical conversation with Dr. Supriya Koul, a material scientist specializing in advanced battery materials, characterization, metallurgy, and microscopy. Dr. Koul shares valuable insights on various topics, including the role of X-rays in battery analysis, the challenges and opportunities in the battery industry, and the advancements in battery technology. As the world transitions to green technology and electric vehicles, the cost of battery production becomes a critical factor. Dr. Koul delves into the cost challenges, the importance of integrating electric vehicle charging in our daily lives, and the need for a domestic supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. 

Join as we discuss:

    • Battery technology challenges and commercialization
    • Importance of x-rays in battery research
    • Talent shortage in battery industry
    • Supply chain challenges and recycling
    • Future directions and advancements in battery technology
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Tim Bradow
Tim Bradow is a Sr. Business Development Manager at Rigaku Americas Corporation. He is focused primarily on developing relationships, collaborations and partnerships related to X-ray analytical instruments that assist battery researchers and manufacturers in the thriving battery industry. Tim holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (BSEEE) degree from North Dakota State University and recently joined Rigaku in early 2022. He has experience with a variety of battery chemistries and applications, including all solid-state thin-film batteries, and has been on the leadership team of multiple battery technology companies. Tim is very passionate about helping people learn more about Rigaku’s powerful X-ray analytical solutions and working with battery scientists to ensure they have access to the best tools to improve their atomic-level understanding of advance materials for next generation batteries