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Ya Biladi
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan scientist Rachid Yazami secures new US patent for battery safety invention
Moroccan scientist, engineer, and inventor Rachid Yazami has announced that he has been granted a new patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for one of his inventions. The invention is an innovative method that enables the early detection of internal short circuits in batteries, thereby preventing thermal runaways—the main cause of fires or explosions in electric vehicles. This invention allows for real-time analysis of «thermodynamic and kinetic data», in addition to measuring the cell's temperature and internal resistance, to identify early signs and prevent incidents. This technological advancement enhances the safety of batteries used in transportation, aiming to improve the reliability of energy storage systems in vehicles. Announcing the acquisition of his patent, the inventor from Fez expressed his hope that this innovation will help «save lives from one of the most serious risks associated with batteries, particularly in electric vehicles». Professor Rachid Yazami holds over 180 patents in the field of batteries and has made several significant innovations, starting with the co-invention of the graphite anode for lithium-ion batteries, a crucial development for portable energy storage.
Morocco World
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Morocco World
Moroccan Rachid Yazami Secures New USPTO Patent for EV Battery Security Tech
Rabat — Moroccan scientist Rachid Yazami has secured a new patent from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a groundbreaking method to detect early internal short-circuit signs in batteries. The method helps detect the hazardous process of thermal runaway, one of the primary causes that can lead to dangerous fires or explosions, particularly in electric vehicles (EVs). Yazami took to his social media to break the news and share the descriptive patent that portrays the system's approach, which is based on real-time analysis of thermodynamic and kinetic data emanating from an electrochemical cell. The renowned Moroccan scientist said that his team is delighted and that this invention 'relates to the premature detection of an internal short circuit in a battery, which is the main cause of thermal runaway (fire, explosion, etc.).' Yazami further expressed hopes that this new invention will contribute to saving lives from one of the most serious risks associated with batteries. The system measures parameters such as open-circuit voltage, entropy, and enthalpy variations, thus identifying early signs of an internal short-circuit. This would contribute to preventive intervention before thermal runaways happen and lead to fire or explosions. In the context of growing adoption of electrification in transport, the patent represents a significant contribution to battery safety in EVs. Speaking to Morocco World News (MWN) on the sidelines of the Global Industry 4.0 2023 event in Casablanca, the scientist expressed the need for batteries to be tailored according to the market's unique environmental conditions, where temperatures can reach over 50 degrees Celsius. This breakthrough reflects Yazami's ongoing commitment to improving the reliability and safety of energy storage systems. The patent was originally filed on May 28, 2019. Read also: Moroccan Scientist Rachid Yazami Wins 2023 VinFuture Grand Prize In January, he received his second patent from China for the same safety feature that aims to reduce the risk of EV's batteries catching fire or exploding. He also received his first patent for the original EV battery fast-charging technology from both China and Japan. Yazami's inventions focus mainly on facilitating fast-charging technologies for lithium batteries used in both electronic devices and electric vehicles. These breakthroughs are in line with Morocco's strategy to shift to greener energy solutions, adopting renewable energy strategies that would contribute to the world's fight against climate change.
Morocco World
21-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
UPF Brings Together Experts to Rethink Management and Finance
Rabat – The Private University of Fez (UPF) has announced that it will bring together academics, experts, and professionals from around the world for the first edition of its International Conference on Management, Innovation, and Finance, MIF25. The two-day event will take place on April 23 and 24 at the university's Professor Rachid Yazami Conference Center. Jointly organized with the Faculty of Legal, Economic, and Social Sciences of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, the conference will explore how organizations, economies, and institutions respond to a rapidly shifting world shaped by digital acceleration and environmental pressure. MIF25 seeks more than scholarly analysis. It opens a space for critical dialogue, fresh ideas, and concrete experience around what it means to lead, innovate, and manage responsibly today. Rethinking innovation and responsibility The conference builds on an interdisciplinary approach, with seven core themes. Each reflects a challenge, technological, economic, or ecological, that demands serious attention from leaders and researchers alike. One axis looks at how sustainable innovation reshapes entrepreneurship in a digital context. Startups no longer compete only on creativity, but on their capacity to adopt responsible models in increasingly data-driven environments. Another theme focuses on management styles and leadership. Agile methods now emerge as essential tools, not buzzwords, for steering institutions through change. Speakers will share lessons from real-life transitions, what worked, what failed, and what remains uncertain. Supply chains also enter the spotlight. As the industry moves toward automation and AI-powered logistics, the question of sustainability grows more urgent. Sessions will explore how smart technologies can help reduce carbon emissions and support circular economy strategies. Finance, cities, and the digital consumer MIF25 places finance at the center of broader societal shifts. Panels will examine how green bonds, ethical investments, and decentralized tools like blockchain can contribute to more equitable systems. There will also be debate around ESG integration and the risks of digital disruption in finance. Urban development features prominently as well. With smart cities moving from concept to reality, speakers will discuss how public-private partnerships shape sustainable infrastructures and how policies can encourage more inclusive, eco-conscious urban growth. Digital marketing rounds out the list of topics. In an age where every click leaves a trace, experts will reflect on the power and the limits of branding, influence, and consumer engagement through online platforms. MIF25 seeks to do more than observe, UPF promised in its statement. It invites participants to shape new ways of thinking about innovation, finance, and governance. Whether the focus is on a startup, a city, or an academic institution, it stressed, the common thread remains how to build models that respond to today's challenges without compromising tomorrow. Tags: Morocco educationMorocco UPFUPFUPF Fez
Morocco World
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Morocco World
Moroccan IFTL Institute Partners with Battery Pioneer for Electric Vehicle Training Program
Rabat — Morocco's Institute for Transport and Logistics Training (IFTL) announced a groundbreaking partnership with world-renowned researcher Professor Rachid Yazami to launch a specialized training program focused on electric vehicle batteries. The strategic agreement, signed Monday in Nouaceur, establishes the vocational certificate in Electric Vehicle Battery Maintenance, a bachelor-level program designed to develop highly qualified technicians capable of performing advanced diagnostics, maintenance, and safety management of lithium batteries. Professor Yazami, inventor of the graphite anode used in lithium-ion batteries and recipient of the prestigious Draper Prize from the US National Academy of Engineering, is personally designated to oversee the program's development. 'This partnership addresses the growing electrification of transportation and the need for high-level local expertise to support the energy transition,' said an IFTL spokesperson at the signing ceremony. The certificate program, scheduled to begin in October 2025, is set to feature hands-on teaching methods including corporate internships and practical case studies. Meanwhile, the teaching language is going to be both French and English, and managed by national and international experts, with language reinforcement built into the curriculum to ensure graduates can adapt to international work environments. IFTL operates as a public institution under the management of the Federation of Transport and Logistics and the supervision of Morocco's Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment, and Skills. Read also: Rachid Yazami Paves Way for Morocco's Electric Vehicle Revolution by 2030, 2035 The initiative was established as part of the 'Compact II' program between Morocco and the US government through the Millennium Challenge Corporation to enhance human capital quality in Morocco. The institute focuses on training highly qualified professionals aligned with job market requirements through innovation, professionalization, and close collaboration with industry partners. The step is part of Morocco's broader vision to enhance its transportation system, in a way to boost green energy use in the country as well as contribute to international efforts to combat climate change. As the North African country is gearing up to host two major sports tournaments, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the FIFA 2030 World Cup to be co-hosted with Spain and Portugal, Morocco is improving its transportation system to meet international standards.
