Dr William Yao from H.E.L Group discusses the growing role of adiabatic calorimetry in battery assessment in China and shares recommendations for ensuring reproducible test results.

India’s EV battery sector is developing rapidly. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Shri Pandit outlines the present status of the domestic battery market, current government initiatives, and the role of ARAI’s new facilities in certification and validation.

Mr Vijay Bhujle, Vice President at GVS Cibatech, discusses the current Indian EV market and shares insights on battery thermal stability testing, drawing on feedback and experiences from customers.

Calvin Raj, Team Lead in R&D Services at Customized Energy Solutions, examines conventional approaches to performance testing, outlining their strengths and limitations, and explains how the field is transitioning through the integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Dr Anil Suryawanshi, General Manager (R&D) at Trentar Energy Solutions, presents his work on developing sodium-ion batteries as an alternative to lithium-ion systems. He highlights innovations in cathode and electrolyte design, and explains how recent advances have improved life cycle, energy density, and overall efficiency.

Mike Thomas from Hiden Analytical discusses the use of gas analysis as a powerful tool for understanding thermal runaway in batteries and assessing the associated safety risks.

In this round table discussion, Mr Vijay Bhujle, Mr Calvin Raj, Dr Anil Suryawanshi, and Dr Harsh Sapra share their perspectives on the current state of battery technology and provide insights into the future direction of battery testing.