However, studying battery materials requires special considerations that are different than the routine powder diffraction measurement. X-ray diffraction and scattering is well-suited to study these atomic phase changes, as well as a tool to understand and optimize the pathways that lithium uses to move through the cathode. The intricacies of this reaction are one source of degradation and, therefore, an opportunity to improve performance. The cathode in a lithium-ion battery undergoes unique electrochemical reactions as lithium enters and leaves the atomic structure of the intercalated lithium compound. Author David Tavakoli Posted on AugAugCategories Training, webinar, XRD, XRF Tags Conference, Rigaku, Webinar, X-ray, XRD, XRF Webinar: Focus on Battery Research: Studying Battery Cathode Materials Using X-Ray Diffraction This has been updated on the program schedule. Note that the three guest presentations-to be given by Rigaku sponsors-will all take place on channel 3. All four channels will be broadcast simultaneously and you can move among the four booths using the channel links. We will be announcing upcoming Channel 4 events on the channel itself and via our Rigaku twitter feed hashtag #RAXC2020), which you can view see on the right to keep up to date with what is going on.Ĭheck the starting times for each day in the program, as different channels have different starting times.
The webcasts will take place Tuesday 8/4 – Thursday 8/6 and will feature live seminars on X-ray techniques and live instrument demonstrations.Įnjoy the presentations on Channel 1 (XRD), Channel 2 (XRF) and Channel 3 (X-ray Microscopy), and make sure to stop by our Concierge Booth on Channel 4 to say hello, live video chat, and participate in some fun events. Rigaku will be hosting a virtual conference on XRD and XRF this week that is free to register here!ĭue to the COVID-19 induced cancellations of the Microscopy & MicroAnalysis, Denver X-ray, and American Crystallographic Association physical conferences this summer, Rigaku will be live webcasting a 3-day virtual Analytical X-ray Convention from our laboratory facility in Texas.