AI optimizes battery cell production

Electromobility BMW and the University of Zabreb: AI optimizes battery cell production

2024-09-17 From Stefanie Eckardt | Translated by AI 1 min Reading Time

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BMW and the University of Zagreb have partnered to enhance battery cell production using artificial intelligence. The collaboration formalizes a research agreement between BMW's Battery Cell Competence Center and the Croatian university’s Center of Excellence for Robot Technology. This initiative focuses on leveraging AI to streamline and optimize the complex manufacturing processes involved in battery cell production, aiming to improve efficiency, precision, and innovation in the growing electric vehicle industry.

BMW has entered into a research cooperation with the University of Zagred. The aim is to optimize the production of battery cells through the use of artificial intelligence.(Image: BMW) — BMW has entered into a research cooperation with the University of Zagred. The aim is to optimize the production of battery cells through the use of artificial intelligence.
(Image: BMW)

As part of the cooperation, the University of Zagreb collects and structures existing production data. This data is used to create AI models that recognize certain patterns in the data. This enables them to make predictions on how production can be further optimized in terms of performance, quality and costs.

Continuous exchange of knowledge

At the Battery Cell Competence Center (BCCC) in the north of Munich, BMW develops and manufactures battery cells for future high-voltage batteries. The car manufacturer uses laboratories, research facilities and prototype plants to cover the entire value chain. The BCCC is complemented by the Cell Manufacturing Competence Center (CMCC) in Parsdorf. The best battery cell from the BCCC is scaled up for series production in Parsdorf.

The University of Zagreb is contributing its expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and IT to the joint project. The exchange of knowledge has advantages for both partners. The university can provide new research results and ideas, while the students have the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice.

Preventing the shortage of skilled workers

Another benefit of the partnership is the promotion of young talent. "Through the joint project, we are getting students excited about the BMW Group and the innovative work in our battery cell competence centers," explains Moritz Poremba, Head of Technology Development Battery Cell Recycling at the BMW Group. "Of course, we also hope to attract young talent to our company." The cooperation gives the students the opportunity to build up and expand their professional network in the industry. (se)

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