I just found the whole thing interesting.  After working with millions of
systems with these batteries, this is the first one I've seen where lithium
escaped from the cell.  I've only seen a couple cells rupture.  I suppose
this is because we were very careful with our design, not allowing any
measurable current back into the cells, and buying quality cells.
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