Dr. Kevin White has been involved with research, development and analysis of electrochemical energy conversion systems for over 30 years. His focus over the last 19 years at Exponent has been on the design, development, safety, performance and failure analysis of commercial battery systems with emphasis on lithium-ion systems.

Dr. White has extensive experience consulting across multiple industries utilizing small and large format batteries including the consumer electronics, electrified clothing, medical device, industrial equipment, power tool, automotive, energy storage, aerospace, and marine industries. He has developed particular experience with complex battery failure analysis problems through direct involvement with several high profile incidents including leading Exponent’s efforts on behalf of Samsung for the 2017 Note7 recall and an investigation of the Surprise, AZ BESS incident.

Dr. White has authored and co-authored numerous articles and book chapters on the topic of advanced batteries and is active in the battery research and development community. Currently, he is a Principal Scientist in Exponent’s Material Science and Electrochemistry practice where he leads a team of battery experts committed to improving the safety, performance and reliability of client’s battery systems.