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Thermal Runaway

Q: What is Thermal Runaway?

Thermal runaway is a self-accelerating process in which rising temperature in a material or system increases heat generation faster than heat can be dissipated, leading to further temperature rise and potential failure or safety hazards. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics Thermal runaway occurs when a component, device, or chemical system exhibits exothermic behavior whose rate increases with temperature, creating a positive feedback loop. The process can cause

Thermal runaway is a self-accelerating temperature increase in a material or system where heat generation exceeds heat dissipation, which can lead to equipment failure, fire, or explosion, so enterprises treat it as a core safety and risk management concern.

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