Goals

The development of clean and reliable energy technologies is critical to meeting the world’s ever-growing energy demands. Our VIP team is dedicated to advancing research that enhances the performance of energy storage systems. We focus on pioneering novel electrode fabrication methods and integrating cutting-edge electrolytes to push the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability. Also, our goal is to training a diverse group of students in both experimental and computational research, preparing them with the theoretical and practical knowledge essential to energy technologies. Our interdisciplinary research team includes engineering faculty from a wide range of backgrounds. Moving forward, we anticipate expanding our collaboration to include faculty and students from chemistry, biology, and various engineering disciplines to explore materials processing, degradation mechanisms, and other critical aspects of energy storage science.

Graphic with different Advanced Energy storage techniques

Experience Gained

Students involved in this project will gain hands-on experience in energy storage research, developing both experimental and computational skills essential for careers in clean energy technologies. They will work on various aspects of energy storage systems, including electrode fabrication, electrolyte integration, and materials characterization. Experimental characterization techniques include cyclic voltammetry (CV), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). Additionally, students will also develop advanced computational skills such as artificial intelligence and machine learning along with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) studies. The interdisciplinary nature of this research will help student to work closely with faculty and other students, develop scientific communication skills necessary for future career developments.

Majors and Interests Needed

  • Biochemistry
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrica Engineering Technology
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Mechanical Engineerings
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Physics
  • Software Engineering

Team Advisors

Ashish Aphale, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering 
Email: aaphale@kennesaw.edu

Bo Li, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Email: bli10@kennesaw.edu

Lei Shi, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering 
Email: lshi@kennesaw.edu

Gaurav Sharma, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering
Email: gsharma3@kennesaw.edu

Beibei Jiang, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Innovative Materials
Email: bjiang@kennesaw.edu