Case study of failure analysis of oxide-based all-solid-state batteries.

It has high safety and can be used in various environments! Consistent analysis is possible.

We present a case study of a series of analyses conducted to identify failure points and perform cross-sectional observations on an oxide-based all-solid-state battery that was destroyed during reliability testing. Thermal analysis revealed a tendency for strong heat generation on the side, and X-ray transmission observations showed white linear contrast anomalies near the boundary where heat generation was observed in the X-ray transmission image. It is suspected that some abnormalities may have occurred in the white line area. When CP cross-sectional SEM observations were conducted on the areas where anomalies were visible, layer delamination was observed. It is inferred that delamination occurred between the current collector and electrolyte layers due to the expansion and contraction of the positive (negative) electrode layers during reliability testing. 【Case Overview】 ■ Sample Information: Oxide-based all-solid-state battery that experienced degradation due to charge and discharge testing ■ Thermal Analysis Results: A tendency for strong heat generation on the side was observed ■ Other Analysis Contents: - X-ray transmission observation - CP cross-sectional observation and elemental analysis via SEM *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Batteries and Capacitors

The purity of the electrolyte greatly affects the performance of the battery! It suppresses the volatility of sulfur components and converts them into a form that can be detected by IC.

We will introduce an example of analyzing the purity of diphosphorus pentasulfide using ion chromatography for the composition analysis of raw materials for all-solid-state batteries. Diphosphorus pentasulfide is one of the raw materials used in the production of electrolytes for sulfide-based all-solid-state batteries. As a pretreatment for IC measurement, the powder of diphosphorus pentasulfide was dissolved in alkaline water and converted into phosphate and sulfide salts. Subsequently, the sulfide ions were oxidized to sulfate ions to prepare the IC measurement solution. For more details, please refer to the published catalog. 【Solid Electrolytes (Partial)】 ■Li3PS4 ■Li7P3S11 ■Li6PS5Cl ■Li6PS5Br *For more information, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Analysis and prediction system

It is possible to perform non-destructive testing from fault location identification to internal observation! High-precision identification of heat generation areas can be achieved.

Thermal analysis is a method for identifying defective areas by detecting the heat generated at leak points due to applied voltage using a high-sensitivity InSb camera. By detecting the weak heat generated from shorts and leaks with a high-sensitivity InSb camera, it is possible to non-destructively identify the failure points of electronic components such as semiconductors. Furthermore, non-destructive observation can also be performed using X-ray inspection equipment. 【Features】 ■ Identifying defective areas by detecting the heat generated at leak points with a high-sensitivity InSb camera ■ Analyzing samples in a non-destructive state, and analyzing electronic components that are difficult to analyze with OBIRCH or emission methods is also possible ■ By using the lock-in function to obtain phase information, it is possible to accurately identify the heat generation points *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others

Cracks that couldn't be detected visually might be found with X-rays!

When stress such as warping, bending, or twisting is applied to the printed circuit board, cracks may occur inside the MLCC (Multi-Layer Ceramic Chip Capacitor). Moreover, cracks that develop internally are often hidden beneath the electrodes, making it difficult to detect them through visual inspection. In such cases, how about checking with X-rays? [Observation Details] ■ Oblique CT Observation It is possible to perform CT without destroying the printed circuit board, in its original state. ■ Orthogonal CT Observation It is possible to observe the shape of the components in their original state. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others

―― Is attendance management becoming a "burden" without you realizing it? A seminar to quickly learn about common issues and their solutions ―― We will be holding our attendance management web seminar in October, which takes place several times a year! The content is new, so whether you have participated in our webinars before or not, please feel free to join us. Date and Time: October 15 (Wednesday) 13:00- October 22 (Wednesday) 11:00- *Both days will cover the same content *Please check the link below for registration. In this seminar, we will recreate common situations in the workplace in a short drama format for easy understanding, and introduce specific solutions to each issue. This content is especially recommended for those who think, "I'm not struggling now, but I want to know information for the future." Common workplace "situations" can be a trigger for improvement. We will clearly present the challenges and countermeasures of attendance management. Recommended for: ❏ Those who take a long time to compile monthly attendance ❏ Those who tend to postpone compliance with legal revisions ❏ Those who currently have no major complaints but want to know hints for improvement ❏ Those who want to refer to initiatives and examples from other companies

On Monday, September 22, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced its three-month forecast for October to December. Due to the continued influence of conditions similar to the La Niña phenomenon until around December, the westerly winds are expected to flow more to the north than usual from October to early November, making it likely that warm air will cover the entire country. From late November to December, the westerly winds are expected to meander southward near Japan, and there may be periods when the winter pressure pattern strengthens. In December, the region is likely to be affected by cold air, and temperatures in western and eastern Japan are expected to be around or lower than the average for the season. For more details, please visit our website.

PTC Japan will support the CAR and DRIVER team, a car magazine founded in 1978, which will participate in the 36th "Media Challenge Roadster Endurance Race" held at Fuji Speedway on Saturday, October 4, 2025, continuing from last year.

PTC announced today the release of an AI assistant that supports Arena's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Quality Management System (QMS). The Arena AI Assistant provides context-specific expertise and optimal operational methods in a conversational format in real-time for tasks related to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Quality Management (QMS). This enables user teams to realize value in a shorter amount of time.

The seventh installment of the beginner-friendly 3D CAD Creo Parametric tutorial series focuses on features suitable for designs using frames, such as aluminum and sheet metal. It allows for easy realization of 3D solid structures.