Lithium-ion battery risks detailed in new CROSS UK paper
Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures (CROSS UK) has published a Topic Paper examining the fire hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries in the built environment.
The paper presents information from publicly available research, industry guidance, and confidential reports within the UK.
It highlights the fire and explosion risks posed by both battery-powered devices and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
According to CROSS UK, lithium-ion batteries are used in smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles, and other applications due to their high energy density and long lifespan.
However, they also present safety challenges, particularly in the event of thermal runaway, a self-sustaining reaction that can lead to fires or explosions.
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