Areas of Expertise
Process intensification
As a newly recognized field of chemical engineering, process intensification (PI) encompasses two different approaches to radical improvements in chemical processes. The first approach reduces rate limiting influences of heat and mass transfer or chemical kinetics on processes through innovative reactor and equipment design. The second approach combines multiple process steps in a single operation often removing equilibrium limitations or radically simplifying an overall process. We have demonstrated successes in both of these PI approaches for a variety of applications. Our analytical modeling capabilities allow process scoping to quickly identify promising PI techniques which are validated in-house through careful pilot testing. Our expertise includes advanced fabrication techniques including microchannel devices.
Electrolyte design consulting
If current lithium-ion battery performance is adequate for your application, then standard carbonate electrolytes and lithium salts will meet your needs. But for research groups seeking to push the envelopes of voltage, energy density, lifetime and temperature range, off-the-shelf electrolytes simply won't provide the performance necessary. DellaTech has years of experience in "next-generation" electrolytes, including non-flammable IL-based systems, advanced lithium salts, and highly concentrated electrolytes. DellaTech is an ideal electrolyte development partner for your next-generation battery R&D. Our clients range from small businesses on SBIR programs to some of the world's largest automotive manufacturers.
Intellectual property Consulting
DellaTech's deep expertise in ionic liquids, electrolytes and process intensification makes us ideal partners for customers seeking to evaluate IP in these areas, in the context of investment, acquisition, sale, or competitive analysis. DellaTech staff maintain subscriptions to leading patent analysis software, making us cost-effective expert partners to your next deal. Contact us to see how we can help you understand the patent landscape int these areas.