en.Wedoany.com Reported - The BMW Group has collaborated with the University of Zagreb, Croatia, to develop a new artificial intelligence model aimed at optimizing the production process for electric vehicle batteries. This project is being conducted at the Battery Competence Center in Munich, Germany, focusing on enhancing battery manufacturing efficiency across all stages, from electrode production to testing and recycling.
The AI system integrates existing test data with real-time production information to predict battery process parameters and performance outcomes. This technological application can reduce material consumption and production time while maintaining stable product quality.
Battery development typically involves repetitive testing phases, consuming significant raw materials and production line resources. By predicting test results in advance, the AI model helps shorten development cycles and lower production costs.
With growing market demand for electric vehicles, automakers need to scale up battery production while controlling costs. AI technology holds significant application value in this field, helping to reduce resource waste during the manufacturing process.
Christian Siedelhofer, Head of Lithium-Ion Battery Technology Development at the BMW Group, stated: "We are working to scale the newly developed AI models from a prototype environment into practical application. We are also investigating to what extent these models are suitable for other use cases within our production network."
The project also involves optimizing post-manufacturing processes. Traditionally, after initial charging, battery cells require a storage phase, which occupies warehouse space and extends assembly time. By analyzing cell characteristics in advance, the AI system may simplify this step in the future.
Stefan Kerscher, Head of Battery Technology Development at the BMW Group, added: "Our joint project sparks the interest of doctoral students and pupils in AI and battery cells, as well as the work we do at the Battery Competence Center. We are delighted to see young talents deciding to start their careers with our company."
The BMW Group has centralized its battery operations at sites in Munich, Parsdorf, and Salching, responsible for R&D, manufacturing, and recycling, respectively. The company stated that the collaboration with the University of Zagreb is cultivating specialized talent in the fields of batteries and artificial intelligence.
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