Research Article

Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights

Volume: 13 Number: 4 October 30, 2025
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Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights

Abstract

Lithium-ion batteries are critical for modern energy storage systems, yet their capacity degradation under high temperatures remains a significant challenge. This study investigates the long-term capacity fade of lithium-ion batteries subjected to a consistent high-temperature environment using spline regression to model non-linear degradation trends. Utilizing the Oxford Battery Degradation Dataset, eight lithium-ion pouch cells were analyzed over extended cycles, and complex degradation behaviors and temperature-induced capacity losses were measured. Results demonstrated a strong correlation between elevated temperatures and accelerated degradation, with spline regression achieving near-perfect fits (R² = 1.0000) to the observed data, highlighting its efficacy in modeling non-linear fade patterns. The analysis revealed uniform degradation trends across cells, with minor variations attributed to manufacturing inconsistencies. Temperature profiles during initial cycles underscored the role of thermal dynamics in accelerating side reactions like lithium plating and Solid Electrolyte Interface (SEI) growth. These findings emphasize the necessity of robust thermal management systems to mitigate degradation and extend battery lifespan. The study provides actionable insights for optimizing battery design and management strategies in high-temperature applications, such as electric vehicles and grid storage.

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Ethical Statement

This study does not involve human or animal participants. All procedures followed scientific and ethical principles, and all referenced studies are appropriately cited.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Electrical Energy Storage

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

October 30, 2025

Submission Date

April 2, 2025

Acceptance Date

June 21, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 13 Number: 4

APA
Fırat, C. (2025). Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology, 13(4), 1505-1517. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1669254
AMA
1.Fırat C. Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights. DUBİTED. 2025;13(4):1505-1517. doi:10.29130/dubited.1669254
Chicago
Fırat, Coşkun. 2025. “Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-Ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 13 (4): 1505-17. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1669254.
EndNote
Fırat C (October 1, 2025) Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 13 4 1505–1517.
IEEE
[1]C. Fırat, “Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights”, DUBİTED, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 1505–1517, Oct. 2025, doi: 10.29130/dubited.1669254.
ISNAD
Fırat, Coşkun. “Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-Ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology 13/4 (October 1, 2025): 1505-1517. https://doi.org/10.29130/dubited.1669254.
JAMA
1.Fırat C. Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights. DUBİTED. 2025;13:1505–1517.
MLA
Fırat, Coşkun. “Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-Ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights”. Duzce University Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 13, no. 4, Oct. 2025, pp. 1505-17, doi:10.29130/dubited.1669254.
Vancouver
1.Coşkun Fırat. Long-Term Capacity Degradation of Lithium-ion Batteries at 40°C: A Spline Regression Approach for Thermal Management Insights. DUBİTED. 2025 Oct. 1;13(4):1505-17. doi:10.29130/dubited.1669254