Announcements

In order to improve the journal’s academic vitality and cultivate a new generation of academic leaders for Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105), we are now recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members. These target members should be young scholars in their early careers who have sufficient academic experience and, therefore, will be able to contribute toward the long-term development of the journal.

The primary responsibilities of an Early Career Editorial Board Member include the following:

• Publicizing and promoting the journal at academic conferences and among peers;
• Selecting high-quality articles and preparing bilingual media content for promotion;
• Reviewing at least one and no more than three manuscripts per year;
• Inviting submissions from local and international world-leading scientists in respective research fields.

Benefits of becoming an Early Career Editorial Board Member:

• A certificate of being an Early Career Editorial Board Member will be provided;
• The resume of an Early Career Editorial Board Member will be publicized on journal media platforms to improve academic visibility;
• An opportunity to be promoted to an Editorial Board Member based on contribution;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participated in the peer review process on the journal website;
• Opportunities to exchange ideas with internationally influential researchers in the field;
• Opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and the Editorial Board Members.

The requirements for applying to the Early Career Editorial Board Member position include the following:

• Significant research achievements in fields of batteries or supercapacitors;
• Willingness to spend enough time to contribute to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm;
• Scholars who preside over national-level scientific research projects and have overseas experience will be preferred;
• Should have completed their Ph.D. in the last 10 to 15 years; however, we can relax this criterion for exceptionally qualified individuals.

Application:
If you are interested in becoming an Editorial Board Member of Batteries, please send your full academic CV and a short cover letter that shows your interest and enthusiasm for the position to the Batteries Editorial Office with the subject “Early Career Editorial Board Member Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”. We look forward to working with you in the future.

Selection process:

• Initial screening of applications → selection by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members → email notification → issuing a certificate of appointment.

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Name: Dr. Mewin Vincent

Affiliation: Center for Biological and Chemical Sciences, University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland

Research Interests: post lithium batteries; dual-ion batteries; nanomaterials; electrochemical characterizations; in situ XRD; nanomaterial synthesis and characterization

Self-introduction:
I am an experienced researcher with a demonstrated history of working in the research industry. My expertise are physics, electrochemical energy storage, batteries, nanomaterials, and multilayer electronic packaging. I am a skilled research professional with a Ph.D. in the area of Advanced Batteries from the Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain.

The following is an interview with Dr. Mewin Vincent:

1. Could you briefly introduce yourself to our readers and tell us a little bit about your fields of interest?
I'm a researcher passionate about innovation in materials research. I hold a master's degree in physics and a Ph.D. in batteries, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in both the fundamental principles and cutting-edge advancements in this critical field.
I started my career in developing novel materials for electronic packaging and later switched to the field of materials for energy storage applications.
Currently, within my research, I am particularly excited about exploring the potential of post-lithium battery technologies. This includes fascinating avenues like magnesium (Mg), magnesium hybrids, sodium (Na), and lithium–air systems. These hold immense promise for pushing the boundaries of energy density, safety, and sustainability in batteries.

2. Could you elaborate on how you initially learned about the journal Batteries? Furthermore, what inspired you to apply for the Batteries Outstanding Reviewer Award 2023?
While I was pursuing my Ph.D. at IMDEA Materials Institute in Madrid, my project manager Dr. Vinodkumar Etacheri used to serve as a Guest Editor for Batteries. This was the first time I came to know about the journal. Later, when I started getting involved with article reviewing for Batteries, this was one of the options, but with experience, I noticed professionalism and dedication to fast publication which encouraged me to continue and finally achieve this milestone.

3. Which research topics do you think will be of particular interest to the research community in the coming years?
Energy conversion and storage will continue to be a relevant topic in the coming years. Especially due to the drastic climate changes happening around the world caused by CO2 emissions. World leaders have unanimously agreed on the necessity of renewable energy resources. This transition cannot be complete without effective storage solutions.

4. What is your opinion of the open access model of publishing?
The open access model of publishing is really important because it makes knowledge available to everyone. However, some people approach it as a mere business model with no commitment to society. So, there should be strict regulations under which the concept of the open access model can reach its full potential.

5. Which qualities do you think reviewers need? Do you have anything to say to other reviewers?
I feel reviewers should update their knowledge base constantly, which is crucial for an effective review process. They should also learn to say no in cases where they receive an invitation from an area outside of their expertise. It is also essential to provide the review report as soon as possible because the people who made the submission eagerly await the outcome of their submissions.

6. What do you think are the main criteria in the process of reviewing manuscripts?
The quality of the article, its presentation, and relevance of the topic.

7. What is the secret to a happy scientific life? Have you ever encountered any difficulties conducting research and how did you overcome them?
One’s scientific life should be the outcome of a passion for research and an interest in making a contribution to technology as well as society. If any of these are missing, life can be miserable.

8. Do you have any advice for aspiring young researchers looking to make a meaningful impact in their respective fields?
To be passionate about their career, dedicated, and truthful. Do not just work for publications or patents; this should materialize as part of the research flow.

9. As the winner of this award, is there anything you would like to express or someone you would like to thank?
It’s a great opportunity. On this occasion, I would like to thank Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) and all its editors for choosing me as part of the review process. I am also thankful to all of my previous project managers and colleagues who developed my enthusiasm for research.

Name: Dr. Xin Sui

Affiliation: Department of Energy, Aalborg University, DK-9220 Aalborg, Denmark

Research Interests: battery modeling; AI for battery state estimation; lifetime prediction and extension; feature engineering; machine learning

Self-introduction:
My name is Dr. Xin Sui, and I graduated with a Ph.D. in machine learning for battery state of health estimation from Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark. I am currently leading the AI track in the Smart Battery project as a postdoc researcher with the Center for Research on Smart Battery (CROSBAT), AAU Energy, Aalborg University. My research interests include battery modeling, AI for battery state estimation, lifetime prediction, feature engineering, and machine learning.

The following is an interview with Dr. Xin Sui:

1. Could you briefly introduce yourself to our readers and tell us a little bit about your fields of interest?
I received a B.Eng. degree from the Northeast Electric Power University, Jilin, China, in 2015, and an M.Sc. degree from the Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China, in 2018, both in electrical engineering. In 2022, I received a Ph.D. degree in machine learning for battery state of health estimation from the Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark.
I was a visiting researcher with the Department of Electrical Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, in 2023, and with the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, UK, in 2024. I am currently leading the AI track in the Smart Battery project as a postdoc researcher with the Center for Research on Smart Battery (CROSBAT), AAU Energy, Aalborg University.
With 6+ years of experience in lithium-ion battery research, I specialize in battery modeling and AI for battery state estimation. In addition, I have a keen interest in various aspects of battery management systems, ranging from pulse current technology and thermal modeling to transfer learning and meta-learning for lifetime prediction. My future vision is to leverage AI in BMS, enhancing the energy efficiency, lifetime, and sustainability of battery system, reducing environmental impact, and achieving a resilient and cost-effective energy future.
I am a member of the IEEE Young Professionals, WIE, WiIES, PELS, IAS, IES, USA, and an active reviewer for relevant top-tier journals. I have served as a special session chair at IEEE conferences multiple times. I also served as a Guest Associate Editor of the Batteries-featured Special Issue “Artificial Intelligence-Based State-of-Health Estimation of Lithium-Ion Batteries”, both 1st and 2nd edition, with the 1st edition published in an MDPI book.

2. How does it feel to receive this recognition for your work? Where do you obtain journal award participation information?
Receiving this recognition from the award committee is deeply gratifying. It not only acknowledges my contributions to the field of smart battery management but also encourages me to continue my research with greater enthusiasm. My work, which focuses on using AI and features engineering techniques for battery state estimation and lifetime prediction, aims to develop a health system for batteries that can significantly extend their lifetime relying on software-based management. This award reaffirms that my research is not only relevant but also impactful in advancing how we manage and optimize battery technologies.

3. Have you promoted the journal at any conference? In addition to that, how do you prefer to share the journal with your community?
Yes, I have promoted this journal at various conferences, particularly focusing on the Special Issues I’ve guest-edited, other Special Issues related to my research, as well as information regarding various awards. Besides conferences, I also share information about the journal through workshops and social media platforms like LinkedIn.

4. How did winning this award impact your career, and what do you hope to do?
Winning the Batteries 2024 Travel Award has significant impact on my career by providing me with the opportunity to present my research at the prestigious 10th International Power Electronics and Motion Control Conference, ECCE Asia (IPEMC 2024-ECCE Asia), scheduled in Chengdu, China, from 17 to 20 May 2024. At this conference, I will give an oral presentation of my recent work, entitled “AI for Smart Battery State Estimation: A Perspective”. Additionally, I will chair a special session, titled “Smart Integration of Electrified Vehicles in V2G Systems: Bridging Battery Health and Smart Grid Stability”, where I will facilitate discussions on cutting-edge topics that align closely with my research interests. Additionally, by interacting with leading researchers and industry professionals, I aim to expand my professional network and explore potential collaborations that will enhance contributions to smart battery technology.

5. What is your opinion of the open access model of publishing?
I strongly support the open access model. On the one hand, it helps researchers all around the world, regardless of institution or financial background, to access the latest research advancements, facilitating knowledge sharing and science and technological progress. On the other hand, it helps researchers gain wider visibility, thereby leading to greater academic recognition and more citations. Of course, it’s crucial that open access journals maintain strict and professional peer review processes to ensure the quality of the publications.

6. Which research topics do you think will be of particular interest to the research community in the coming years?
I think that research focused on integrating AI with various disciplines, or interdisciplinary collaborations, will be particularly important and interesting. The capability of AI in rapidly and accurately analyzing large datasets and interpreting complex systems will potentially revolutionize various sectors. For instance, in healthcare, AI is indispensable for customizing medical treatments, while in energy and transportation sectors, it can enhance smart battery management and grid optimization.

7. Do you have any advice for aspiring young researchers looking to make a meaningful impact in their respective fields?
As a fellow young researcher, instead of offering specific advice, I’d prefer to share my personal perspective based on what I’ve learned so far. Firstly, I think it’s important for us to broaden our scientific perspective. One should not work in isolation but stay informed about the latest research trends and current hot topics. Secondly, maintaining our passion is crucial. Actively participating in conferences not only helps promote our work, but also allows us to exchange valuable ideas with peers, from whom you can gain much experience and guidance. Lastly, do not rush the process. Everyone has their own unique development trajectory, and it’s important to persist at our own pace and stay true to your professional growth goals.

8. As the winner of this award, is there something you want to express or someone to thank?
First and foremost, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to the Batteries Award Committee for this honor. The journal maintains high editorial standards and gathers a wide range of interesting and novel research in the field of batteries. I am profoundly thankful to my supervisor, Prof. Remus Teodorescu at AAU Energy, for his inspiration, guidance, and encouragement on my research journey. I also appreciate the professionalism and efficiency of the Special Issue Editors at MDPI’s journal Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) and the support from my peers, whose collective effort greatly contributed to the success of the Special Issue for which I served as a Guest Editor.

We are pleased to announce the winners of the Batteries 2022 Best Paper Award. All papers published from 1 January to 31 December 2022 in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105) were considered for the award. After a thorough evaluation by the Award Committee from the Editorial Board, based on the originality and significance of the papers, citations and downloads, five winners were selected.

First Prize: 500 CHF and a paper published for free in Batteries

Article:
“Revisiting Polytetrafluorethylene Binder for Solvent-Free Lithium-Ion Battery Anode Fabrication”
by Yang Zhang, Frederik Huld, Song Lu, Camilla Jektvik, Fengliu Lou and Zhixin Yu
Batteries 2022, 8(6), 57; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8060057
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/6/57

Second Prize: 200 CHF and a paper published for free in Batteries

Article:
“Study on Thermal Runaway Behavior of Li-Ion Batteries Using Different Abuse Methods”
by Dan Wei, Mengqi Zhang, Linpei Zhu, Hu Chen, Wensheng Huang, Jian Yao, Zhuchen Yuan, Chengshan Xu and Xuning Feng
Batteries 2022, 8(11), 201; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8110201
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/11/201

Review:
“A Review of Lithium-Ion Battery Failure Hazards: Test Standards, Accident Analysis, and Safety Suggestions”
by Xin Lai, Jian Yao, Changyong Jin, Xuning Feng, Huaibin Wang, Chengshan Xu and Yuejiu Zheng
Batteries 2022, 8(11), 248; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8110248
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/11/248

Third Prize: 100 CHF and a paper published for free in Batteries

Article:
”The Impact of an Overlaid Ripple Current on Battery Aging: The Development of the SiCWell Dataset”
by Erik Goldammer, Marius Gentejohann, Michael Schlüter, Daniel Weber, Wolfgang Wondrak, Sibylle Dieckerhoff, Clemens Gühmann and Julia Kowal
Batteries 2022, 8(2), 11; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8020011  
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/2/11

Review:
“Recent Development in Carbon-LiFePO4 Cathodes for Lithium-Ion Batteries: A Mini Review”
by Brindha Ramasubramanian, Subramanian Sundarrajan, Vijila Chellappan, M. V. Reddy, Seeram Ramakrishna and Karim Zaghib
Batteries 2022, 8(10), 133; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8100133
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/10/133

Please join us in congratulating the winners of the Batteries 2022 Best Paper Award. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of our authors for their continued support.

Batteries Editorial Office

In acknowledgment of the groundbreaking achievements of Professor Tu Youyou, the Nobel laureate credited with the discovery of artemisinin, MDPI is proud to announce the Tu Youyou Award. This award, inaugurated in 2016, seeks to honor scholars who excel in the fields of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Prize:

• CHF 100,000 in total (If there is more than one winner, the prize will be divided equally amongst the winners);
• An award medal for each winner.

Who should be nominated?

• Scientists with outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of natural products chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Who can submit a nomination?

• Academic research institutes
• Universities
• Academic societies

Any personal nominations are not accepted.

How do I submit a nomination?
Candidates’ institutional affiliations need to submit their nominations for final candidates to the Tu Youyou Award Team directly by email after internal screening, and each institution can only nominate a maximum of two candidates for each edition of the Tu Youyou Award. Please note that the nominations cannot be modified once they are submitted and confirmed by the Tu Youyou Award Team.

Required nomination materials:
Nomination Form (Download)

Schedule:
Nomination deadline: 31 December 2024;
Winner announcement: 30 April 2025.

Contact:
Tu Youyou Award Team (tuyouyouaward@mdpi.com)

More information can be found on the Tu Youyou Award official website. For any inquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Tu Youyou Award Team.

MDPI Romania sponsored four events over the month of April, contributing author training sessions to each event.

The NutriSciLabs 2024 conference was held at the Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy on 12 April 2024. Organized by the Association of Students from the Faculty of Pharmacy Studies, the conference aimed to enhance students’ academic writing and research skills, and bolster their confidence in participating in the academic world. Ioana Paunescu, journal relations specialist for MDPI Romania, led the training session. Paunescu first outlined MDPI’s history and core values, then explained academic writing techniques, ethics, and similarity percentages. The presentation covered the entire editorial process, highlighting the amount of attention paid to details throughout manuscript processing. Paunescu also discussed common errors that authors make while writing, and how to avoid such errors.

On 13 April 2024, the NextGEN 2.0 Student Conference took place at the Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca. NextGen Healthcare organized this event with the university’s European Students’ Society to discuss European and international current affairs. MDPI Romania contributed an author training session called Steps of the Publication Process. Irina Codruta Zaharia, journal relations specialist, began the session with a general introduction of MDPI before diving into different article types, different layout formats, possible journals to submit to, the MDPI submission checklist, and the MDPI editorial process. By explaining the fundamentals of writing and publishing academic papers, Zaharia imparted valuable industry knowledge to the curious minds present. Participants were eager to engage with Zaharia in the subsequent Q&A session.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the International Conference “Students for Students” has long been a gathering place for undergraduate and postgraduate students of all nationalities to present their work and exchange ideas with each other. This year’s conference was held on 18 April 2024, with MDPI Romania contributing an author training session called The World of Open Access. Key speakers included Dr. Norbert Kiss from MDPI Romania and Prof. Dragos Horvath from Strasbourg University. Dr. Kiss discussed the history of open access, differences between open access publishing and traditional publishing, and implications for open access in the future. Attendees expressed keen interest in the subject, approaching Dr. Kiss with questions about academic publishing as well as his career trajectory.

Most recently, on 26 April 2024, MDPI Romania sponsored the National Symposium of Students from Geology and Geophysics Faculties. The AAPG Students Chapter at the Babes-Bolyai University organized this event as an opportunity for geology students from all Romanian universities to present their work and confer with other researchers. Dr. Kiss gave his lecture The World of Open Access at this event as well.

MDPI is thankful to all the participants, speakers, and organizers who attended these events. Through their enthusiasm and dedication, these events were great successes.

We are pleased to invite you to read selected papers on the topic of supercapacitors in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105), from the previous two years. The list of these papers is below.

1. “An Experimental Study of Power Smoothing Methods to Reduce Renewable Sources Fluctuations Using Supercapacitors and Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Dario Benavides, Paul Arévalo, Marcos Tostado-Véliz, David Vera, Antonio Escamez, José A. Aguado and Francisco Jurado
Batteries 2022, 8(11), 228; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8110228
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/11/228

2. “Use of Water-In-Salt Concentrated Liquid Electrolytes in Electrochemical Energy Storage: State of the Art and Perspectives”
by Shahid Khalid, Nicolò Pianta, Piercarlo Mustarelli and Riccardo Ruffo
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 47; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010047
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/47

3. “From Triboelectric Nanogenerator to Uninterrupted Power Supply System: The Key Role of Electrochemical Batteries and Supercapacitors”
by Yajun Mi, Yin Lu, Xueqing Wang, Zequan Zhao, Xia Cao and Ning Wang
Batteries 2022, 8(11), 215; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8110215
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/11/215

4. “Carbon-Based Materials for Supercapacitors: Recent Progress, Challenges and Barriers”
by Abdul Ghani Olabi, Qaisar Abbas, Mohammad Ali Abdelkareem, Abdul Hai Alami, Mojtaba Mirzaeian and Enas Taha Sayed
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010019
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/19

5. “Surface Selenization of NiCo-Layered Double Hydroxide Nanosheets for High-Performance Supercapacitors”
by Mengdi Wang, Xingyu Liu and Xiang Wu
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010049
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/49

6. “A Review on Thermal Behaviors and Thermal Management Systems for Supercapacitors”
by Wei Zhou, Zhien Liu, Wan Chen, Xianzhong Sun, Maji Luo, Xiaohu Zhang, Chen Li, Yabin An, Shuang Song, Kai Wang et al.
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 128; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020128
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/2/128

7. “High-Performance Supercapacitors: A Comprehensive Review on Paradigm Shift of Conventional Energy Storage Devices”
by K. C. Seetha Lakshmi and Balaraman Vedhanarayanan
Batteries 2023, 9(4), 202; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9040202
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/4/202

8. “Integration of Flexible Supercapacitors with Triboelectric Nanogenerators: A Review”
by Yin Lu, Tong Wu, Zimeng Ma, Yajun Mi, Zequan Zhao, Fei Liu, Xia Cao and Ning Wang
Batteries 2023, 9(5), 281; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9050281
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/5/281

We are pleased to invite you to read selected papers on the topic of battery modelling, simulation and management in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105), from the previous two years. The list of these papers is below.

1. “Equivalent Circuit Model for High-Power Lithium-Ion Batteries under High Current Rates, Wide Temperature Range, and Various State of Charges”
by Danial Karimi, Hamidreza Behi, Joeri Van Mierlo and Maitane Berecibar
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 101; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020101
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/2/101

2. “An Optimized Random Forest Regression Model for Li-Ion Battery Prognostics and Health Management”
by Geng Wang, Zhiqiang Lyu and Xiaoyu Li
Batteries 2023, 9(6), 332; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9060332
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/6/332

3. “A Review on the Degradation Implementation for the Operation of Battery Energy Storage Systems”
by Pedro Luis Camuñas García-Miguel, Jaime Alonso-Martínez, Santiago Arnaltes Gómez, Manuel García Plaza and Andrés Peña Asensio
Batteries 2022, 8(9), 110; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8090110
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/9/110

4. “An Efficient EMS for BESS in Monopolar DC Networks with High Penetration of Renewable Generation: A Convex Approximation”
by Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña, Oscar Danilo Montoya and Jesus C. Hernández
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 84; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020084
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/2/84

5. “Battery State of Health Estimate Strategies: From Data Analysis to End-Cloud Collaborative Framework”
by Kaiyi Yang, Lisheng Zhang, Zhengjie Zhang, Hanqing Yu, Wentao Wang, Mengzheng Ouyang, Cheng Zhang, Qi Sun, Xiaoyu Yan, Shichun Yang and et al.
Batteries 2023, 9(7), 351; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9070351
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/7/351

6. “Surface Selenization of NiCo-Layered Double Hydroxide Nanosheets for High-Performance Supercapacitors”
by Mengdi Wang, Xingyu Liu and Xiang Wu
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 49; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010049
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/49

7. “High-Performance Supercapacitors: A Comprehensive Review on Paradigm Shift of Conventional Energy Storage Devices”
by K. C. Seetha Lakshmi and Balaraman Vedhanarayanan
Batteries 2023, 9(4), 202; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9040202
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/4/202

8. “Effect of Lithium Salt Concentration on Materials Characteristics and Electrochemical Performance of Hybrid Inorganic/Polymer Solid Electrolyte for Solid-State Lithium-Ion Batteries”
by Debabrata Mohanty, Shu-Yu Chen and I-Ming Hung
Batteries 2022, 8(10), 173; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8100173
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/10/173

9. “Modelling and Estimation of Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries: A Review”
by Thomas Puleston, Alejandro Clemente, Ramon Costa-Castelló and Maria Serra
Batteries 2022, 8(9), 121; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8090121
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/9/121

10. “Transition Metal Dichalcogenides for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc Ion Batteries”
by Baishan Liu
Batteries 2022, 8(7), 62; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8070062
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/7/62

11. “Efficient Battery Models for Performance Studies-Lithium Ion and Nickel Metal Hydride Battery”
by Umapathi Krishnamoorthy, Parimala Gandhi Ayyavu, Hitesh Panchal, Dayana Shanmugam, Sukanya Balasubramani, Ali Jawad Al-rubaie, Ameer Al-khaykan, Ankit D. Oza, Sagram Hembrom, Tvarit Patel and et al.
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 52; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010052
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/52

12. “Fast Identification of Micro-Health Parameters for Retired Batteries Based on a Simplified P2D Model by Using Padé Approximation”
by Jianing Xu, Chuanyu Sun, Yulong Ni, Chao Lyu, Chao Wu, He Zhang, Qingjun Yang and Fei Feng
Batteries 2023, 9(1), 64; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9010064
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/1/64

13. “Data-Driven Battery Aging Mechanism Analysis and Degradation Pathway Prediction”
by Ruilong Xu, Yujie Wang and Zonghai Chen
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 129; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020129
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/2/129

14. “Lithium–Ion Battery Data: From Production to Prediction”
by Marwan Hassini, Eduardo Redondo-Iglesias and Pascal Venet
Batteries 2023, 9(7), 385; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9070385
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/7/385

We are pleased to invite you to read selected papers on the topic of battery modelling, simulation and management in Batteries (ISSN: 2313-0105), from the previous two years. The list of these papers is below.

1. “Thermal Modelling Utilizing Multiple Experimentally Measurable Parameters”
by Anosh Mevawalla, Yasmin Shabeer, Manh Kien Tran, Satyam Panchal, Michael Fowler and Roydon Fraser
Batteries 2022, 8(10), 147; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8100147
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/10/147

2. “Study of SOC Estimation by the Ampere-Hour Integral Method with Capacity Correction Based on LSTM”
by Xin Zhang, Jiawei Hou, Zekun Wang and Yueqiu Jiang
Batteries 2022, 8(10), 170; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries8100170
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/8/10/170

3. “Optimal Capacity and Cost Analysis of Battery Energy Storage System in Standalone Microgrid Considering Battery Lifetime”
by Pinit Wongdet, Terapong Boonraksa, Promphak Boonraksa, Watcharakorn Pinthurat, Boonruang Marungsri and Branislav Hredzak
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 76; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020076
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2313-0105/9/2/76

4. “End-Cloud Collaboration Approach for State-of-Charge Estimation in Lithium Batteries Using CNN-LSTM and UKF”
by Wentao Wang, Bin Ma, Xiao Hua, Bosong Zou, Lisheng Zhang, Hanqing Yu, Kaiyi Yang, Shichun Yang and Xinhua Liu
Batteries 2023, 9(2), 114; https://doi.org/10.3390/batteries9020114
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6. “Electric Vehicle Batteries: Status and Perspectives of Data-Driven Diagnosis and Prognosis”
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