Implantable Graphene Sensor and Its Application to Batteries

Research Project, 2024 – 2025

Next-generation battery systems promise higher energy density but face critical challenges related to premature aging and safety risks, particularly when silicon-based anodes are used. Large internal mechanical and thermal stresses during operation accelerate degradation and increase the likelihood of failure. However, key internal states that govern these processes remain unobservable with existing sensing technologies. This project will develop a novel implantable sensing approach to directly monitor internal strain and temperature within battery cells. By integrating advanced materials innovation with advanced modelling and machine learning techniques, the project aims to enable real-time health monitoring and adaptive battery management.