LiB Fire

Dear Colleagues,

Lithium-ion batteries are the most prevalent devices for electrochemical energy storage due to their high energy density and specific energy, as well as environmentally friendly and sustainable characteristics. Since the commercialization of lithium-ion batteries in the 1990s, their performance has developed considerably in various aspects such as cycle life, capacity, and charge rate. However, one of the primary remaining concerns, battery safety, has always been placed in a subordinate position without being paid enough attention; thus, this has resulted in hazardous events in automobiles, aircraft, and energy storage, all of which had hindered the further application of lithium-ion batteries.

These above-mentioned safety issues are closely related to thermal runaway, which occurs when the heat generated by exothermic reactions cannot be balanced by heat dissipation: an undesirable temperature increase can occur within the battery as a result of electrical, thermal, or mechanical abuse. It is therefore necessary to clarify the thermal runaway and fire dynamic mechanisms upon different abuse conditions. The subsequent fire detection and suppression measures are also crucial to ensure personal safety.

In this Special Issue, we seek articles associated with lithium-ion batteries dealing with thermal runaway and propagation mechanisms, fire and explosive dynamics, as well as fire detection and suppression. Moreover, articles dealing with heat generation, gas generation during thermal runaway, thermal management to weaken battery temperature, fire assessment in production, transportation, and storage, and usage assessments of lithium-ion batteries are also highly desirable. Articles using both experimental and modelling approaches are very much welcome.

Prof. Dr. Qingsong Wang
Prof. Dr. Depeng Kong
Dr. Kaiqiang Jin
Guest Editors

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• lithium-ion battery safety
• thermal runaway
• thermal management
• fire and explosive dynamics
• fire detection and suppression
• gas generation