Boyd, a provider of battery thermal propagation prevention and thermal runaway containment technology, announced the opening of its new battery material test laboratory in San Jose, California.
The new facility is equipped with modern test equipment, on-site material samples, and experienced technical staff and is dedicated to delivering accurate and comprehensive battery material testing.
The Boyd Battery Material Safety Lab addresses critical battery validation challenges specific to electric vehicle (EV) safety. It supports EV OEMs and battery manufacturers by accelerating the development of thermal runaway prevention and containment technologies essential to safe, scalable EV battery systems.
The lab consolidates a wide range of essential material tests into a single location, including hot side/cold side performance, torch and grit exposure, thermal conductivity, moisture resistance, compression force deflection, and dielectric testing. These tests are structured to simulate real-world environmental and safety conditions that EV battery materials must endure.
Beyond testing, the facility offers simulation capabilities using proprietary finite element analysis software to predict material performance and optimize combinations based on EV safety requirements and cost targets.
With in-house prototyping and manufacturing, Boyd enables a streamlined transition from material validation to production, supporting faster and more informed decisions throughout the EV battery development process.
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