More than 80% of the processes in producing modern high-performance lithium batteries are automated with the help of conventional plant automation and flexible, programmable robots. Reducing the cost of battery production is a critical step to the success of EVs. Integrated digital solutions can help battery producers achieve cost-effective batteries by connecting battery design with manufacturing and establishing a digital thread throughout the flow. Advanced battery design and simulation solutions enable engineers to optimize cell design and performance at the early stages of development. Cell geometry can be defined and optimized in the context of the battery modules and final package.
Then, battery cells, modules, and packs can be evaluated in a virtual production process, enabling engineers to design flexible, efficient processes across all fields of cell, module, and pack assembly. This caters to the market demands for improvements in efficiency and cost along the entire value chain in battery manufacturing.

Battery cell production is an extremely delicate procedure with strict guidelines. To manufacture high-quality batteries at a reasonable cost, adaptable and efficient automation solutions are required. Battery factories need to achieve the same kind of mass production efficiency seen in fast food and beverage lines if they want to keep the unit prices low. Battery cell production cycles will need to be much shorter than those of traditional automobile components if they are to keep pace with exponentially increasing capacities.