The AI model sends an alert when it hears the ominous ‘click-hiss’ sound of a battery fire.
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed an AI that detects when a lithium-ion battery is about to catch fire and sends an alert before all hell breaks loose.
While the AI might not be able to prevent fires, it’s intended to provide timely warnings so people can isolate the devices, cars, or bikes carrying lithium-ion batteries and reduce potential damage.
Researchers Wai Cheong Tam and Anthony Putorti came up with the idea while watching videos of batteries exploding. They observed that when the safety valve of a battery slot breaks due to excessive heat, it makes a distinctive “click-hiss” sound, similar to the fizzy pop of a soda bottle.
