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Utility-scale batteries are far more complex than they appear. Ty Fenton, Director of Data Analytics at FlexGen, breaks down how software keeps massive battery systems running — from detecting a single failing cell among thousands to predictive diagnostics powered by machine learning. The episode dives into real-world degradation versus lab data, operators who intentionally voided warranties for short-term profit, and why AI training loads create extreme power spikes that only batteries can absorb. Recorded live at Intersolar San Diego.
Topics Covered:
FlexGen = Flexible Generation Battery Management
Battery Technology
Software
Point of Interconnection
Energy Storage Systems
Warranty Terms
Battery Manufacturer
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Data Centers
Training Load Profile
Machine Learning
Accelerated Aging
Reach out to Ty Fenton here:
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/ty-fenton-84782830/
Website:
www.flexgen.com
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