Industrial Laser Trends

The Battery Show USA 2024 showcased the latest innovations in battery technology, bringing together industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to discuss advancements in EV and energy storage.

Lithium-ion batteries have been powering our devices and electric vehicles for years, but solid-state batteries are now heralded as the next big thing. But how accurate is that claim?

Laser beam welding (LBW) is a precise and efficient method used to join materials through the use of a laser beam. It is known for its accuracy, speed, and ability to work on small, delicate components, making it ideal for industries like electronics, batteries, automotive, and aerospace. 

For industrial laser marking, high-speed lasers are essential to meet tight production schedules while maintaining high-quality standards. But with so many options available, choosing can be confusing. After all, you want a machine that not only performs at high speeds, but that is also cost effective.

Introduced in 1995, pouch cells have always presented a unique design, where the battery is enclosed in a soft plastic film instead of a rigid casing like cylindrical and prismatic cells.

In this article, we discuss how they have evolved over the years and where they are headed.

Laser welding is a technology that has applications in a wide variety of industries. It is chosen for its ability to generate high-quality welds at high speed. It is also chosen for precision welds that do no cause damage to delicate components.

Laser marking is the first choice when manufacturers need to improve their traceability capabilities. Fiber laser technology is recognized as the best option when it comes to permanent markings, high-contrast codes, post-process resistance, and ease of integration.

All over the world, automakers and OEMs are using structural adhesives to produce the next generation of cars. For those new to this subject, structural adhesives can seem complex to implement

Ultrasonic welding and laser welding have emerged as prominent technologies for making busbar connections in EV battery modules. While both technologies can be automated and offer the quality and precision needed for battery manufacturing, there are important differences to consider

Lasers are ideal for industrial automation. Not only do they have the potential to increase productivity and repeatability, but they also possess key characteristics that facilitate automation. Examples include remote capabilities, low maintenance, almost no consumables and waste products, and minimal dust.

The battery is the most expensive part in an electric car, so a reliable manufacturing process is important to prevent costly defects. Electric vehicle batteries are also in high demand, which puts pressure on manufacturers to maximize production without compromising quality. As a result, robot automation is almost everywhere during battery manufacturing.

With the rapid growth of EVs in the automotive industry, battery welding has become an important challenge to keep up with demanding production requirements. At Laserax, we have developed a laser welding cell that addresses these challenges.