Ionworks develops simulation software specifically designed for battery and automotive companies to optimize performance and lifecycle management of energy storage systems. This technology enables manufacturers to predict battery behavior under various conditions, reducing development time and costs associated with physical prototyping.
Funding
$500K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Developing and testing new battery designs is a time-consuming and expensive process, often relying on physical prototypes and extensive lab testing. Accurately predicting battery performance under various conditions and optimizing lifecycle management presents a significant challenge for battery and automotive companies.
Solution
Ionworks provides an all-in-one battery simulation platform that enables users to run virtual battery tests, iterate on designs, and validate cell configurations without the need for physical prototypes. The platform supports users from initial design through final validation, allowing them to quickly explore different conditions and chemistries. By using detailed electrochemical and data-driven models, the platform closely approximates how cells behave in real use. Users can adjust parameters, visualize results, compare improvements over time, and collaborate with their team within a single platform.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes battery and automotive companies focused on optimizing the performance and lifecycle management of energy storage systems.
Features
- All-in-one platform supporting initial design through final validation of battery simulations.
- Ability to test multiple scenarios instantly by adjusting parameters and observing performance metrics.
- State-of-the-art electrochemical and data-driven models that closely approximate real-world cell behavior.
- Parameter adjustment capabilities for design parameters like electrode thickness and active material loading.
- Visualization tools to convert raw simulation data into charts and graphs for easy trend and issue identification.
- Side-by-side comparison of past simulations to understand the impact of adjustments on long-term performance.
- Team collaboration features for sharing simulations, commenting on outcomes, and discussing next steps.
- Battery Cycler Protocol Simulator to verify cycler protocol files before running real experiments, detecting errors such as incorrect current or voltage limits.
- Data Loader to streamline data processing, with flexible ingestion from various cycler formats and quick visualization of raw or processed data.