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SAMDAILY.US - ISSUE OF FEBRUARY 06, 2022 SAM #7372
SOLICITATION NOTICE

61 -- Method to Improve Li-S Battery Performance

Notice Date

2/4/2022 9:44:08 AM
 

Notice Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 

NAICS

335912 — Primary Battery Manufacturing
 

Contracting Office

BATTELLE ENERGY ALLIANCE�DOE CNTR Idaho Falls ID 83415 USA
 

ZIP Code

83415
 

Solicitation Number

BA-1168
 

Response Due

8/4/2022 10:00:00 AM
 

Archive Date

08/19/2022
 

Point of Contact

Andrew Rankin
 

E-Mail Address

andrew.rankin@inl.gov
(andrew.rankin@inl.gov)
 

Description

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY Method to Improve Li-S Battery Performance Applying high pressure to Lithium-sulfur battery cells to enhance cycling performances and efficiency Opportunity:�� Idaho National Laboratory (INL), managed and operated by Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA), is offering the opportunity to enter into a license and/or collaborative research agreement to commercialize this approach to improving Li-S battery perofmance. This technology transfer opportunity is part of a dedicated effort to convert government-funded research into job opportunities, businesses and ultimately an improved way of life for the American people. Overview:��� ����Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries are recognized as one of the most promising next generation energy storage technologies. The high theoretical energy density of Li-S batteries makes them a promising candidate in grid scale energy storage and electric vehicle applications. Unfortunately, current Li-S battery technologies suffer from early capacity fade during normal cycling. This is due to battery self-discharge and the formation of dead lithium. Researchers at INL have discovered that applying high pressure to Li-S pouch cells can substantially improve cycling performance and Columbic efficiency. Description:�� �Research at INL in this area has uncovered methods to improve Li-S performance via in situ monitoring of pressure applied to test cells. External stack pressure has been demonstrated to stabilize the Li-metal anode while maintaining sulfur cathode connectivity without cracking. The application of pressure greatly improves cycling performance and increases the energy density of Li-S batteries. Benefits:��� ������ Improves the performance capabilities of Li-sulfur batteries. The porosity of cathodes can be easily optimized by adjusting pressures. Dendrite growth at the anode side can be mechanically prevented. Interconnection of electrode materials can be enhanced by applying high pressure, which can help decrease cell resistances. This technology could be what is necessary to demonstrate the next generation capabilities of Li-S batteries. Applications:�� Pouch cell Li-S battery systems Electric vehicles Development Status:� TRL 4. Technology has been validated in a laboratory environment. � IP Status: ������� Patent Application No. PCT/US21/70888, �Methods for Operating Energy Storage Devices with Sulfur-based Cathodes, and Related Systems and Methods,� BEA Docket No. BA-1168. Additional Information Chinnam, P. R.,�Xu, L.,�Cai, L.,�Cordes, N. L.,�Kim, S.,�Efaw, C. M.,�Murray, D. J.,�Dufek, E. J.,�Xu, H.,�Li, B.,�Unlocking Failure Mechanisms and Improvement of Practical Li�S Pouch Cells through In Operando Pressure Study.�Adv. Energy Mater.�2021, 2103048.�https://doi.org/10.1002/aenm.202103048 INL is seeking to license the above intellectual property to a company with a demonstrated ability to bring such inventions to the market. Exclusive rights in defined fields of use may be available. Added value is placed on relationships with small businesses, start-up companies, and general entrepreneurship opportunities. Please visit Technology Deployment�s website at https://inl.gov/inl-initiatives/technology-deployment for more information on working with INL and the industrial partnering and technology transfer process. Companies interested in learning more about this licensing opportunity should contact Andrew Rankin at td@inl.gov.
 

Web Link

SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/opp/a1f0349da7174833b97b83eb68f68709/view)
 

Place of Performance

Address: Idaho Falls, ID 83415, USA

Zip Code: 83415

Country: USA
 

Record

SN06233902-F 20220206/220204230111 (samdaily.us)
 

Source

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