Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the construction of lithium-ion cells and identify the unique characteristics of lithium-ion batteries.
- List the reasons lithium-ion batteries fail and explain the process of thermal runaway.
- Describe the fire and explosion hazards resulting from thermal runaway propagation in lithium-ion batteries.
- Develop strategies to reduce the risk associated with thermal runaway, including fire and explosion hazards.
Course Lessons
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Introduction 0:02
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Cell Construction and Thermal Runaway 0:13
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Fire and Explosion Hazards 0:28
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Risk Assessment and Mitigation 0:07
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Final Assessment 0:15
Applicable NFPA Standards
NFPA 1001 (2019): 4.3.3
Prerequisites
N/A