Sudha Mookala

About Sudha Mookala

I am a passionate and results-driven battery researcher with extensive expertise in lithium-ion (Li-ion) and sodium-ion (Na-ion) technologies, specializing in electrochemical modeling, simulation, and performance optimization of energy storage systems. With over six years of experience, I have worked across various cell formats, including coin cells, cylindrical 21700 cells, and prismatic cells, contributing to advancements in cell design, aging studies, and material development.Innovative Battery Researcher with 6+ years in Li-ion and Na-ion technologies. Specializes in electrochemical modeling, cell design, and performance optimization using advanced tools (GT-AutoLion, ANSYS) to create digital twins of battery chemistries (NMC811, LFP). Expert in Aging studies and integrating experimental data into predictive models, dedicated to advancing next-gen energy storage with data-driven, AI-powered approaches.Current Projects:Designing high-performance NMC811/Graphite and LFP/Graphite cells with a focus on improving energy density, cycle life, and thermal stability.Conducting calendar aging studies to assess long-term capacity retention of NMC811/Graphite cells.Performing cycling aging studies to evaluate charge-discharge performance and mitigate degradation mechanisms.Developing electrochemical models to optimize cell designs and simulate real-world performance.Key Expertise:Electrochemical Modeling and Simulation: Advanced cell-level modeling for design and performance optimization.Battery Aging Studies: Comprehensive calendar and cycling aging studies to evaluate and enhance battery durability.Artificial Neural Networks (ANN): Predictive modeling for material performance and parameter optimization.Material Development: Synthesis and characterization of advanced anode and cathode materials for energy storage.Tools and Software: GT-SUITE, ANSYS, MATLAB, and other electrochemical simulation platforms.

Experience

1. Senior Engineer

   SUN Mobility

   Feb 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• ZP High School

  Ragiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (IIIT RK Valley), Material Science

  2012 — 2018

• Gyeongsang National University

  Master's degree, Materials Engineering and Convergence Technology

• RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF KNOWLEDGE TECHNOLOGIES, RK VALLEY

  RGUKT, RK Valley, Material Science

  2012 — 2018