Research of next generation battery need which enginnering course?

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To prepare for research in battery technology after completing an undergraduate engineering course, chemical engineering is identified as the most relevant discipline due to its strong focus on chemistry, physics, and material science. While mechanical and electrical engineering also contribute valuable knowledge, particularly in thermodynamics and manufacturing processes, they are considered secondary to chemical engineering for this specific field. Additionally, pursuing a dual degree, such as mechanical and chemical engineering, may enhance preparedness for battery research. It is emphasized that beyond technical skills, securing funding for research is a significant challenge in advancing battery technology. Engaging with businesses in the battery sector and exploring specialized graduate programs are recommended for further development in this area.
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I really want to do research in battery after I finish my undergraduate engineering course. which engineering course should I choose so that I am well prepared to do research in battery? (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering) Thank you.
 
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kohalex9 said:
I really want to do research in battery after I finish my undergraduate engineering course. which engineering course should I choose so that I am well prepared to do research in battery? (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering) Thank you.

Hey kohalex9 and welcome to the forums.

I would hazard a guess that you will not learn enough for this kind of thing in one standard engineering undergraduate curriculum because this problem would not only consist of electrical/electronic engineering, but also of things involving material science as well as some pure physics and chemistry.

It might help if you find businesses working in this area as well as any graduate programs that specialize in this kind of thing because again you are not likely to be doing this straight after a normal undergraduate program path due to the scope involved which is going to be largely multi-disciplinary.
 
Thank you. I just wonder out of these 3 engineering course (mechanical eng, electrical eng, chemical eng), which one would prepare me THE MOST to do research in battery? or if I take 2 engineering course together like mechanical+chemical, does this option will be better?
 
Definitely chemical engineering, if you must do one of those engineering. Chemistry, physics, and material science are actually the most relevant in research, then mechanical eng. (especially thermodynamics) or electrical eng. would be ok ancillary disciplines that will have more relevance in manufacturing processes and end use applications. But remember, this is purely my semi-educated guess and personal opinion.
 
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Law and business. The biggest hurdles for next generation batteries is not the technical aspect of it, far from it. The biggest hurdle is getting funding for the researchers. The research itself is trivial compared to getting the funding =)
 

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