Abstract
Achieving precise estimates of battery cycle life is a formidable challenge due to the nonlinear nature of battery degradation. This study explores an approach using machine learning (ML) methods to predict the cycle life of lithium-metal-based rechargeable batteries with high mass loading LiNi(0.8)Mn(0.1)Co(0.1)O(2) electrode, which exhibits more complicated and electrochemical profile during battery operating conditions than typically studied LiFePO₄/graphite based rechargeable batteries. Extracting diverse features from discharge, charge, and relaxation processes, the intricacies of cell behavior without relying on specific degradation mechanisms are navigated. The best-performing ML model, after feature selection, achieves an R(2) of 0.89, showcasing the application of ML in accurately forecasting cycle life. Feature importance analysis unveils the logarithm of the minimum value of discharge capacity difference between 100 and 10 cycle (Log(|min(ΔDQ( 100-10)(V))|)) as the most important feature. Despite the inherent challenges, this model demonstrates a remarkable 6.6% test error on unseen data, underscoring its robustness and potential for transformative advancements in battery management systems. This study contributes to the successful application of ML in the realm of cycle life prediction for lithium-metal-based rechargeable batteries with practically high energy density design.