journal article·2025-07-02Open access

Comparative Analysis via CFD Simulation on the Impact of Graphite Anode Morphologies on the Discharge of a Lithium-Ion Battery

Alessio Lombardo Pontillo, Agnese Marcato, Daniele Versaci, Daniele Marchisio, Gianluca Boccardo

Batteries· Volume 11· Issue 7

Abstract

The morphology of electrode materials plays a crucial role in determining the performance of lithium-ion batteries. Traditional computational models often simplify graphite flakes as uniformly sized spheres, which limits their predictive accuracy. In this study, we present a computational workflow that overcomes these limitations by incorporating a more realistic representation of graphite morphologies. This workflow is designed to be flexible and reproducible, enabling efficient evaluation of electrochemical performance across diverse material structures. By exploring different graphite morphologies, our approach accelerates the optimization of material preparation techniques and processing conditions. Our findings reveal that incorporating greater morphological complexity leads to significant deviations from classical model predictions. Instead, our refined model offers a more accurate representation of battery discharge behavior, closely aligning with experimental data. This improvement underscores the importance of detailed morphological descriptions in advancing battery design and performance assessments. To promote accessibility and reproducibility, we provide the developed code for seamless integration with the COMSOL API, allowing researchers to implement and adapt it easily. This computational framework serves as a valuable tool for investigating the impact of graphite morphology on battery performance, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and experimental validation to enhance lithium-ion battery technology.
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OpenAlex topics: Advanced Battery Technologies Research · Advancements in Battery Materials

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Affiliations

Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Torino, Italy

Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM 87545, USA

Funding

large-scale European research initiative Battery 2030+ · Battery Interface Genome—Materials Acceleration Platform project · European Commission within the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme · European Union—NextGenerationEU

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