Project Info
Imaging ion transport in batteries
Jason Porter
jporter@mines.edu
Project Goals and Description:
Ions play a critical role in battery operation and improved understanding ion transport through battery materials is needed to accelerate battery performance. In this project, we will use infrared imaging to make spatially and temporally-resolved measurements of ions moving inside of operating electrochemical cells. The project will focus on designing, building and demonstrating optical cells for these measurements. The goals of the project include: 1. fabricating a cell with electrical and optical access that can be used to monitor ions shuttling between electrodes, and 2. Comparing measured transport behavior with existing models.
More Information:
Grand Challenge: Engineer the tools of scientific discovery.
https://modes.mines.edu
Primary Contacts:
Jason Porter, jporter@mines.edu
Student Preparation
Qualifications
SolidWorks and machine shop experience.
TIME COMMITMENT (HRS/WK)
5-10
SKILLS/TECHNIQUES GAINED
Hardware design and fabrication, infrared spectroscopy, imaging, data analysis, scientific writing.
MENTORING PLAN
I will meet with the student one-on-one each week. I will also provide senior students for additional mentoring and training.
PREFERRED STUDENT STATUS
Freshman
Sophomore
Junior
Senior