Flash Battery showcases FASTEST at the iVT Expo
Flash Battery presented the FASTEST project at the iVT Expo, held in Cologne, Germany, on June 26th and 27th. As exhibitors, they distributed informative flyers and engage with visitors about the comprehensive details of the FASTEST project and their contributions to it. The booth also featured a roll-up display highlighting various EU-funded projects they are …
Interview with COMAU
“The progress achieved through FASTEST will pave the way for a subsequent phase aimed at facilitating seamless information exchange between physical and virtual environments”. 1. How does COMAU’s participation in the project contribute to the development of digital twin technologies for batteries? Daniela Fontana: COMAU’s main role in FASTEST involves optimising the digitalisation strategy of …
Mondragon University presents FASTEST on their 3rd Scientific Meeting of Battery-based Energy Storage Systems
The Mondragon Univeristy Storage Systems research group, which have some members actively involved in FASTEST, hosted their 3rd scientific meeting. There, they presented the FASTEST poster to promote the project. This event, aimed at bringing together national and international experts from both industrial and scientific communities, focused on maximising the performance and lifespan of lithium-ion …
Interview with Naqeeb Tahasildar (BMZ)
Two factors are driving the digitalization of battery testing: access to accurate and computationally efficient battery models and smart test scheduling and online data integration. Naqeeb Tahasildar is Technical Project Manager at BMZ, one of our consortium partners. They are responsible for specifying battery use case regulations and standards and collecting testing parameters, as well …
Interview with Christian Ramones (FEV)
The project’s outcomes comprise a framework enabling an optimal symbiosis of physical and virtual testing. These can occur simultaneously, with real-time information exchange. Christian Ramones is Team Leader for Software Products & Product Manager at FEV, one of our consortium partners. They are responsible for shaping the software architecture that facilitates communication and data management …
Interview with Laura Oca (Mondragon University)
Taking advantage of the previous knowledge and the first chemistry analysed within the project (Gen 3b) we will adapt and enhance models to include the particularities of solid-state-batteries. Laura Oca is a Researcher and Lecturer of Mondragon Unibertsiy within the Electronics and Computer Science department. She holds a PhD in Applied Engineering specialized in electrochemical …
BMZ presents the FASTEST project at the Battery Experts Forum
BMZ, one of the technical partners of the FASTEST project, was present at the Battery Experts Forum in Darmstadt, Germany. The Battery Experts Forum is Europe’s largest conference on battery technology, offering opportunities to present research, engage with industry leaders, and exhibit products. At this event take place discussions on electric mobility, energy storage, and …
Interview with Foad Gandoman (RSTER)
“AI will speed up the analysis process and lower the time and expense of the evaluation.” Foad Gandoman is the Chief Technology Officer for RSTER, a technical centre that aims to contribute to the existing and upcoming challenges in terms of improving the safety and reliability of engineering systems in the industry. He holds a …
Interview with Álvaro Sánchez (ABEE)
“One of the standout propositions of FASTEST is its focus on the most critical tests, those that traditionally consume the most time and resources. By aiming for substantial reductions, the project can recalibrate the market dynamics.” Álvaro Sánchez is FASTEST’s project coordinator. He is an Industrial Electronics Engineering for ABEE, a company specialising in battery …
The FASTEST project kicks off to deliver more reliable, safer and long-lasting battery system designs
FASTEST is a project financed with almost 5 million euros by the European Union within the framework of the research and innovation programme Horizon Europe with the aim of developing a fast-track hybrid testing platform for the development of battery systems. The initiative is supported by a multidisciplinary consortium of 14 partners comprising research centres, …