Battery component functions

Anode materials and their role in batteries

Cathode materials and their electrochemical function

Electrolytes: Ion transport and stability

Separators: Mechanical and safety functions

Current collectors: Conductivity and corrosion resistance

Binders: Electrode integrity and adhesion

Battery casings: Mechanical and environmental protection

Terminal connectors: Electrical interface and resistance

Pressure plates in pouch cells: Uniformity and swelling mitigation

Venting mechanisms: Gas release and safety

Insulation materials: Electrical isolation and thermal regulation

Electrode porosity: Ion diffusion and kinetics