PUBLICATIONS

Peer-Reviewed articles (†Equal contribution, *corresponding author, #International and Foreign collaborators) 

[23] S.B.Kim, Y.Kim, Y.K. Lee*, J.Song*, “Advanced multiscale modeling of potassium-ion batteries for interplay of electrochemical and mechanical behavior across Scales”, Small Structures (IF: 13.9), 2400640 (2025)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1002/sstr.202400640]

[22] J. Park†, H. Lim†, S. Kim, J. Song*, Y.K. Lee*, “Modeling and validation of driving performance of electric vehicle converted from internal combustion engine vehicle”, IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification (IF: 7.0), 11 (1), 486-498 (2025)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1109/TTE.2024.3392208]

[21] J. Shin, Y.K. Lee*, “Multi-scale mechanical-electrochemical coupled modeling of stress generation and its impact on different battery cell geometries”, Journal of Power Sources (IF:9.2), 595, 234064 (2024)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2024.234064]

[20] Y.K. Lee, J. Kim, C. Sung, J.Choi*, “Multiphysics modeling of the influence of initial pressure on mechanical and electrochemical performance of all-solid-state batteries”, Journal of Energy Storage (IF:9.4), 82, 110431 (2024)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.est.2024.110431]

[19] Y.K. Lee,  H. Shin*#, “Modeling and simulation of a composite solid-state battery: The effects of stack pressure on electrochemical and mechanical behavior”, Journal of Energy Storage (IF:9.4), 78, 110051 (2024)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.est.2023.110051]

[18] U. Lee, N. Kang*, Y.K. Lee*,  “Shared autonomous electric vehicle system design and optimization under dynamic battery degradation considering varying load conditions” Journal of Cleaner Production (IF:11.1), 138795 (2023)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.138795]

[17] U. Lee, N. Kang*, Y.K. Lee*,  “Optimization of module structure considering mechanical and thermal safety of pouch cell lithium-ion batteries using a reliability-based design optimization approach” Journal of Energy Storage (IF:9.4), 72, 108650 (2023)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.est.2023.108650]

[16] Y.K. Lee*, “An optimization framework for enhancing cycle life of composite positive electrodes in lithium-ion batteries via composition ratio optimization”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF:4.371),170, 060528 (2023)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/1945-7111/acdd28]

[15] Y.K. Lee*, S. Jeon, Y.Jeon, “Modeling of electrochemical performance and its relation to mechanical responses of li metal batteries”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF:4.371),170, 060520 (2023)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/1945-7111/acd962]

[14] Y.K. Lee*, “Effect of porous structure and morphology of cathode on the degradation of lithium-ion batteries”, Journal of Energy Storage (IF:8.78),52, 104788 (2022)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.est.2022.104788]

[13] Y.K. Lee, U. Lee, N. Kang*, “Multi-scale design optimization of electric vehicles by analytical target cascading: from battery cell level to marketing level”, Journal of Cleaner Production (IF:11.072), 368, 133235 (2022)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.133235]

[12] Y.K. Lee, J.H. Park, H. Shin*#, “Multi-scale analysis of cathode microstructural effects on electrochemical and stress responses of lithium-ion batteries”, Journal of Power Sources (IF: 9.719), 548, 232050 (2022)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2022.232050]

[11] H.S Shin†#, Y.K. Lee†, W. Lu*#, “Structural degradation of graphite anode induced by dissolved manganese ions in Lithium-ion batteries”, Journal of Power Sources (IF:9.719), 528, 231223 (2022)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2022.231223]

[10] Y.K. Lee, H.S Shin*#, “Modeling study of stress generation of a single active material particle connected to solid electrolyte in solid-state batteries”, Electrochimica Acta (IF: 6.901),  403, 139639 (2022)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2021.139639]

[9] Y.K. Lee*, “Effect of transition metal ions on solid electrolyte interphase layer on the graphite electrode in lithium ion battery”, Journal of Power Sources (IF: 9.719), 484, 229270 (2021)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2020.229270]

[8] Y.K. Lee, J.Song, J.Park*# “Multi-scale coupled mechanical-electrochemical modeling for study on stress generation and its impact on multi-layered electrodes in lithium-ion batteries”, Electrochimica Acta (IF: 6.901), 138682 (2021)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2021.138682]

[7] Y. Kim, J. K. Chae, J.-H. Lee, E. Choi, Y. K. Lee, and J. Song*, “Free manipulation system for nanorobot cluster based on complicated multi-coil electromagnetic actuator”, Scientific Reports (IF: 4.38), 11 (1), 1-9 (2021)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-98957-y]

[6] Y.K. Lee, J. Park# and W. Lu*# “A comprehensive experimental and modeling study on dissolution in li-ion batteries”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF: 3.721), 166, A1340 (2019)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/2.0111908jes]

[5] Y.K. Lee* “The effect of active material, conductive additives, and binder in a cathode composite electrode on battery performance”, Energies (IF: 2.702), 12, 658 (2019)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.3390/en12040658]

[4] Y.K. Lee, J. Park# and W. Lu*# “A comprehensive study of manganese deposition and side reactions in li-ion battery electrodes”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF: 3.662), 164, A2822 (2017)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/2.1851712jes]

[3] Y.K. Lee, J. Park# and W. Lu*# “Electronic and bonding properties of limn2o4 spinel with different surface orientations and doping elements and their effects on manganese dissolution”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF: 3.259), 163, A1359 (2016)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/2.0991607jes]

[2] X. Lin#, J. Park#, L. Liu#, Y.K. Lee, A.M Sastry#, and W. Lu*# “A comprehensive capacity fade model and analysis for Li-ion batteries”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society (IF: 2.859), 160 (10) A1701-A1710 (2013)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1149/2.040310jes]

[1] J. Park#, S. Kalnaus#, S. Han#, Y.K. Lee, G. Less#, N. Dudney#, C. Daniel#, and A. M. Sastry*#, “In situ atomic force microscopy studies on lithium (de)intercalation-induced morphology changes in LixCoO2 micro-machined thin film electrodes”, Journal of Power Sources (IF: 5.211), 222 (15), 417–425 (2013)
[PDF] [DOI: 10.1016/j.jpowsour.2012.09.017]

Peer Reviewed articles in preparation

[7] J. Shin, Y. Jang, D. Kim, D.W. Kim, Y.K. Lee*, “Development of an accelerated side reaction-electrochemical coupled modeling for lithium-ion batteries via controlled side reaction rates”, (In Preparation)

[6] D. Lee†, U. Lee†, J. Shin, Y.K. Lee*, and N. Kang*, “Multi-scale and Multi-physics Design Optimization for EVs”, (In Preparation)

[5] S.Jeon, Y.K. Lee*, “Modeling of lithium metal degradation and its effect on swelling in li metal batteries”, (In Preparation)

[4] U. Lee, Y.K. Lee*, “Multiscale design optimization of electric vehicles by considering mechanical, thermal safety and degradation”, (In Preparation)

[3] Y.K. Lee*, “Effect of porous structure and morphology of cathode on the thermal runaway of lithium-ion batteries, (In Preparation)

[2] J. Shin, S. Chung, Y.K. Lee*, “Modeling of the hybrid energy system with two different types of battery cell”, (In Preparation)

[1] H.Lim, Y.K. Lee*, “Study on electrochemical performance analysis due to mechanical pressure and deformation between cells based on battery cell count and stack direction”, (In Preparation)

Conference & Seminar Presentations

[51] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, Multi-physics Battery Research for Practical Applications”, 2025 KAIST Battery mini Workshop: Exploring the Multilayered Landscape of Battery Technology, May. 2025.

[50] D.M. Kim, K. Jang, Y.K. Lee, “Development of a Battery-in-the-Loop System for Battery  Performance Testing Under Realistic Driving Environments”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Apr. 2025.

[49] D. Kim, S.Jeon, Y.K. Lee, “Electrochemical and Mechanical Impact of Dead Lithium Layer Growth on Lithium Metal Battery”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Apr. 2025.

[48] S.B.Kim, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “Multiscale Design Intergrated with DFT for Interrelation Electrochemical-Mechanical Behavior of Potassium-Ion Batteries across scales”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, The Korean Electrochemical Society, Apr. 2025.

[47] Y.Jang, J.Shin, Y.K. Lee, “Phase-Field Modeling of Lithium Dendrite Growth Morphology Depending on surface Patterning in Li-Metal Batteries”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, The Korean Electrochemical Society, Apr. 2025.

[46] J.Shin, Y.K. Lee, “Development of a Physics-Based Accelerated Degradation Model for Predicting Lithium-Ion Battery Degradation”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, The Korean Electrochemical Society, Apr. 2025.

[45] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, Multi-physics Battery Research for Safe & High-Performance Battery Systems”, 2025 Spring Academic Conference, The Korean Electrochemical Society, Apr. 2025.

[44] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, Multi-physics Battery Researches for Practical Applications”, Invited presentation, Korea University, Nov. 2024.

[43] L. Jeong, Y.K. Lee, N. Kang, “Reinforcement learning-based optimal design of cooling channels for batteries in electric vehicles”, 2024 Fall Academic Conference, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2024.

[42] H.Lim, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “Study on irreversible swelling based on battery cell count through experiments and development of predictive models”, 2024 Fall Academic Conference, Reliability Engineering Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2024.

[41] C. Sung, J.Song, Y.K. Lee, “Comprehensive analysis of the effect of All-Solid-State battery internal structure on performance”, 2024 Fall Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2024.

[40] J.Shin, Y.K. Lee, “Development of an Accelerated Simulation Model for Predicting Degradation and Optimizing Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries”, 2024 Fall Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2024.

[39] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, Multi-physics Battery Researches for Practical Applications”, Invited presentation, LG Energy Solution, Nov. 2024.

[38] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, Multi-physics Battery Researches for Practical Applications”, Invited presentation, Real-Time & Post-Use Secondary Battery Technology Exchange Seminar, Jeonbuk TP, Oct. 2024

[37] Y.K. Lee, “Battery Module Design Optimization for Thermal and Mechanical Safety”, International Congress of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (ICTAM2024), Aug. 2024.

[36] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-Scale, Multi-Physics Research for Next-Generation Battery System Design”, Invited presentation, Expert Joint Seminar on Secondary Battery Technology Development Trends, Jeonbuk TP-Electrical Safety Research Institute, Jul. 2024.

[35] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-Scale, Multi-Physics Research for Next-Generation Battery System Design”, Invited presentation, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[34] S.B.Kim, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “Design of high-performance potassium-ion batteries via multiscale approach combined with DFT calculations”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[33] H.Lim, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “Effects of Mechanical Behavior Between Cells on Electrochemical Performance Based on the Number of Battery Cells”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[32] C. Sung, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “Effect of inter-particle contact area within the microstructure of all-solid-state batteries on the electrochemical performance”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[31] J.Shin, Y.K. Lee, “Impact of Battery Internal Structural Geometry on Battery Performance: A Mechanical-Electrochemical Performance Analysis”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[30] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, multi-physics research for next-generation battery system design”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, Lecture by Young Researchers, Chungcheong Branch, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jun. 2024.

[29] S. Kim, Y.K. Lee, J.Song, “A comprehensive understanding of electrochemical-mechanical behavior of potassium ion batteries via multiscale design integrated with DFT calculations”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2024.

[28] Y.K. Lee, C. Sung, J.Song, J.Choi, “Multiphysics modeling of the influence of initial pressure on mechanical and electrochemical performance of all-solid-state batteries”, 2024 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2024.

[27] Y.K. Lee, U. Lee, N. Kang, “Optimization Study of Mechanical and Thermal Safety in Pouch-Type Lithium-Ion Battery Module Structure Using Reliability-Based Design Optimization (RBDO)”, 2023 Fall Academic Conference, Reliability Engineering Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2023.

[26] H. Lim, Y.K. Lee, “Analysis of electrochemical performance due to mechanical pressure and deformation between battery cells based on the number of cells and stack orientation”, 2023 Fall Academic Conference, Reliability Engineering Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2023.

[25] C. Sung, Y.K. Lee, “Microstructure dependent electrochemical performance changes in all-solid-state battery”, 2023 Fall Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2023.

[24] S. Kim, Y.K. Lee, J. Song, “Multiscale design of high-performance Potassium ion batteries”, 2023 Fall Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Nov. 2023.

[23] Y.K. Lee, "Degradation and system-level performance prediction for electric vehicle batteries using multi-scale modeling," Korea Institute of Machinery & Materials, Aug. 2023.

[22] Y.K. Lee, "Multi-scale research for safe and efficient energy system implementation with batteries," 2023 Spring Academic Conference, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2023.

[21] H. Lim, J. Park, S. Kim, Y.K. Lee, "Validation of performance prediction models for electric vehicle conversion vehicles through vehicle performance testing," 2023 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2023.

[20] C. Sung, Y.K. Lee, "The influence of the microstructure of solid-state batteries on their electrochemical performance," 2023 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2023.

[19] S.Jeon, Y.K. Lee, "Electrochemical-mechanical modes for predicting swelling in lithium metal batteries," 2023 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2023.

[18] J.Shin, Y.K. Lee, "Study on the impact of the geometric shape of lithium-ion battery on mechanical and electrochemical performance," 2023 Spring Academic Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2023.

[17] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale, multi-physics battery research for safe and high-performance e-mobility system ”, KAIST CCS Graduate School of Mobility, Nov. 2022

[16] C. Kim and Y.K. Lee, “Mechanical deformation and electrochemical performance due to volume expansion of lithium-ion battery cells”, 2022 Chungcheong Branch Fall Conference, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Oct. 2022

[15] J. Park, Y.K. Lee, “Battery optimal design for performance satisfaction of modified electric vehicles”, 2022 Autumn Conference, Chungcheong Branch of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Oct. 2022 (selection of excellent paper)

[14] H. Shin, Y.K. Lee, “Analysis of microstructure geometric effects on electrochemical and stress response of lithium-ion batteries using 3D randomized microstructures.”, 19th U.S. National Congress on Theoretical and Applied Mechanics,  Jun. 2022

[13] Y.K. Lee, J. Park, “Modeling study of stress generation and its impact on cell performance of multi-layered electrodes in lithium-ion batteries.”, 19th U.S. National Congress on Theoretical and Applied Mechanics,  Jun. 2022

[12] U. Lee, Y.K. Lee, N. Kang, “ Multiscale design optimization of electric vehicles by analytical target cascading: from battery cell level to marketing level.”, Asian Society for Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization. May 2022

[11] Y.K. Lee, U. Lee, N. Kang, “A study on multi-scale optimization of electric vehicles”, 2022 Spring Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May 2022

[10] J. Park, Y.K. Lee, “Prediction of cell performance of electric vehicles with manual transmission”, 2022 Spring Conference, CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, May, 2022

[9] Y.K. Lee, “A study on the multi-scale mechanical properties of lithium-ion batteries”, Kyungpook National University BK lecture, Feb. 9, 2022

[8] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale design and application of lithium-ion battery”, 2021 Autumn Conference Korean Society for Manufacturing and Manufacturing, Dec. 9, 2021

[7] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-scale research on electric vehicle batteries”, 2021 Autumn Conference Korea Productivity Society, Nov. 19, 2021

[6] Y.K. Lee, “Multi-physics and multi-scale research of lithium-ion batteries”, 2021 Spring Conference, Lecture by Young Researchers, CAE and Applied Mechanics, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Aug. 25, 2021

[5] Y.K. Lee, “Introduction and application of industry convergence curriculum”, 2021 Spring Conference Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Education Division, Jul. 8~9, 2021

[4] Y.K. Lee, “Measurement of the dynamic behavior of all-solid-state cells for EV and extraction of cell parameters”, Presented by Hyundai NGV, Apr. 22, 2021

[3] Y.K. Lee, “A study on degradation modeling of sei layer contamination by manganese ions in lithium-ion batteries”, Fall 2020 Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Dec. 16-19, 2020.

[2] Y.K. Lee, “Analysis of stress generation and performance characteristics of lithium-ion battery cells using the multiscale structural-electrochemical model”, 2020 Spring Conference CAE and Applied Mechanics Division, Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers, Aug. 19-21, 2020

[1] Y.K. Lee, “Study of manganese dissolution and deposition in li-ion battery electrodes by ICP-OES”, 221st Electrochemical Society meeting, May 6-10, 2012, Seattle, USA