Chemical Blog Posts

Simulating Thermal Propagation in a Battery Pack
When batteries overheat, there’s more at stake than just losing the pack. By modeling thermal runaway, you can prevent problems before they arise.

Modeling Shunt Currents in an Alkaline Electrolyzer Stack
In the quest for affordable green hydrogen, alkaline electrolyzers must be efficient and long-lasting. Simulation offers insight during the design stage.

Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass Through Pyrolysis of Wood
Pyrolysis converts biomass into products such as solid charcoal, which can further be refined into hydrogen. Here, read about modeling pyrolysis with the help of parameter estimation.

How to Define Load Cycles in Battery Models
Specifying a load profile is critical when modeling a battery system. Explore several approaches for doing so in COMSOL Multiphysics® and the Battery Design Module.

4 Examples of Fuel Cell Modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics®
To evaluate the many different aspects of fuel cell design, you can use the Fuel Cell & Electrolyzer Module. Explore 4 examples here…

The Use of COMSOL Multiphysics® in the Food Industry
Food for thought: Explore how previously failed products and the use of multiphysics simulation inspire innovation in the food industry.

Analyzing Thermal Distribution in a Li-Ion Battery Pack
Deviating from optimal operating temperatures in a Li-ion battery pack can cause performance losses or even failure. Learn how to optimize the power design to control the temperature distribution.

The Science Behind Plant-Based Foods
You have probably heard of almond milk, coconut milk, and oat milk. But are you familiar with potato milk? This milk substitute hit grocery shelves in Europe in early 2022.