Dr. Peter Kritzer
Freudenberg EST GmbH
Day 3 (November 7, 2024)
11:35 a.m.
Titanium
Advanced mechanical components for current and future cells
Mechanical cell components offer a significant but currently underestimated potential for improving cells. This presentation gives an overview of Freudenberg's product portfolio for lithium cells. Various products for prismatic and cylindrical cells will be presented.
In each case, a "Generation 1" will be presented that can be implemented in current projects. Generation 2" shows how cell performance, such as safety and service life, can be improved through unconventional approaches. In addition, new housing concepts for solid-state cells will be presented that could potentially overcome the current challenges of these cells.
Curriculum vitae
Peter Kritzer studied chemistry at the University of Heidelberg, where he completed his doctorate. He has been working in the research and development of battery components since 2000. His professional experience includes separators and advanced components for cells and battery systems. He is currently Senior Application Manager in pre-development for lithium batteries and thermal management components.
In this role, he researches new technologies and market trends and applies them to Freudenberg's components. In addition to these activities, he gives training courses on creativity techniques and e-mobility. Peter is always curious to apply the Freudenberg motto "Innovating Together" to projects with external partners.