The University of Michigan-Dearborn & Henry Ford College’s BattChallenge team’s partnership with Analog Devices, Inc. provides cutting-edge battery monitoring technology, mentorship and webinars, enhancing our Battery Workforce Challenge success. This collaboration prepares us for future EV industry roles, reinforcing industry-academia innovation and hands-on learning.
Powering innovation with Analog Devices
Collaboration is at the heart of the Battery Workforce Challenge, and our partnership with Analog Devices, Inc. has been a game-changer. As our team dives deeper into battery technology, ADI’s support provides cutting-edge solutions that shape both our competition success and future careers in the automotive industry.
Bringing advanced technology
Thanks to ADI, we’ve had the opportunity to work with pack and cell monitors — both are essential tools in the development of efficient and safe battery systems. These devices allow us to precisely monitor and manage battery cell performance, ensuring reliability and safety in our designs. With these industry-grade tools in our hands, we are getting real-world experience that will directly translate to our future roles in the EV sector.
The impact of this technology goes beyond our competition goals. Through ADI-hosted webinars, we’ve expanded our knowledge on battery management systems , sensor integration and power efficiency — all of which are critical components in modern EVs. These sessions have given us an in-depth look at how ADI’s innovations are shaping the future of electrification.
A strong partnership: Recognized and growing
Our collaboration with ADI was highlighted during the fall workshop, where we received tremendous positive feedback on how we’ve integrated the company’s technology into our project. As we move forward, we’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of eight additional units that will further enhance our ability to refine and optimize our battery system.
Beyond just providing technology, ADI has been an active partner in our learning journey. The company’s expertise and guidance have helped us overcome technical challenges and think critically about the real-world applications of battery technology. ADI’s ongoing support ensures that we are not just competitors in this challenge but also future engineers prepared to make meaningful contributions to the industry.
Looking ahead
We are incredibly grateful for the mentorship and resources ADI’s provided. This partnership reinforces the importance of industry-academia collaboration, proving hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology is invaluable to student learning.
As we continue to work with ADI, we’re excited for what’s ahead — inevitably more learning, innovation and opportunities to develop the skills needed for the future. Thank you, Analog Devices, Inc., for being an essential part of our journey in the Battery Workforce Challenge!
