Blue Current, Inc.

Rishika Joshi, thank you for your work during your R&D internship at Blue Current! Reflecting on her time with us, Rishika shares: "Securing this R&D internship at Blue Current was an exceptional opportunity for me as a third-year undergraduate student. Throughout my time here, I was able to assist the R&D team with electrolyte material development, processing battery electrode and separator materials, assembling solid-state cells, and conducting data analysis. I'm truly grateful to Ravisubhash Tangirala for providing me with this amazing opportunity, which has launched my professional journey as a chemical engineer."

We recently enjoyed our monthly employee game day, featuring engaging activities and a delicious BBQ! It was a fantastic opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate outside of our usual work environment.

We are excited to announce the appointment of Susan Stone as our new Chief Executive Officer! With a broad range of experience in roles across investment banking, as a VC investor, board member, and CEO, Susan brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of leadership to our team. Her strategic vision and dedication to excellence will be instrumental as we navigate the next chapter of our growth.

Thanks to Paul Nguyen, Daniel Mao, and Dr. Amber Green from the City of Hayward for visiting to learn about Blue Current's manufacturing plans. We’re thrilled about our collaboration with Hayward as we expand our pilot manufacturing facility and push the boundaries of innovation by setting new standards in our industry. Here’s to a future of groundbreaking advancements and pioneering solutions! 🔋⚡ #Silicon #SolidStateBatteries #SSB #Energy

Last month, our team continued the tradition of volunteering at the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Through this, we had the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community as we were able to help prepare 15,787 meals to combat food insecurity. We’re looking forward to contributing more in the future and supporting those in need!🌟

Joseph Park, thank you for your work during your R&D internship at Blue Current! Reflecting on his time with us, Joseph shares: "My internship at Blue Current marked the beginning of my long-held goal to advance battery technology. As a member of the R&D team, I focused on applying and characterizing next-generation materials for solid-state electrodes, aiming to improve energy density while prioritizing safety. I am grateful for the goal-driven and supportive scientists and engineers who made this journey even more meaningful. In particular, I want to thank Chaoyi Yan, Jessica Golden, PhD, and Kevin Gao, whose mentorship significantly shaped my development as a battery scientist. I am excited to be going back to the University of California, Berkeley to start my senior year in college and build on the solid foundation laid during my time at Blue Current by exploring computational techniques and/or hands-on experimental work to further innovate in energy storage." #SolidState #Batteries #Safety #EnegyStorage

Exciting news! Our CEO, Ben Eiref, will be presenting at the 4th Annual Energy Storage Grand Challenge Summit hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), in Bellevue, Washington from August 7-9th. He will be presenting on the topic of moving new battery technology from lab to commercialization. Blue Current is proud to share its story since its use of compliant elastic composite electrolyte technology to enable fully dry silicon batteries was originally inspired by research at the DOE. The Summit will also bring together energy storage experts and industry leaders from across the country and will cover: ➡Keynote presentations: Gain insights from renowned experts who will share their vision for the future of energy storage. ➡Technical Sessions: Dive deep into the technical aspects of energy storage through interactive sessions led by national labs. ➡Panel Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders. ➡Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, forge new partnerships, and expand your network during dedicated networking sessions and social events. Register to secure your spot: tinyurl.com/2024ESGCsummit Check out the agenda: https://lnkd.in/eUTbRM8n #SafeBatteries #Energy #Silicon

Jason Z., thank you for your work during your R&D internship at Blue Current! Reflecting on his time with us, Jason shares: "This past year has been incredibly rewarding. Before it began, I was unfamiliar with solid-state batteries. Over the course of the year, I had the opportunity to help develop several methods for characterizing solid-state electrodes. I benefited greatly from the patient mentorship of Priyanka Bhattacharya, Kuldeep Kumar, Jack Lewis, and many other talented engineers and scientists. Their support fostered a collaborative work environment where I was able to make significant progress on a range of exciting projects. This year has also fueled my enthusiasm to further my efforts in energy storage research. This fall, I will pursue a doctorate in Materials Science at Caltech. There, I will focus on studying and developing the fundamental chemistry necessary for advancing electrochemical technologies essential for a sustainable future." #InternSpotlight #SolidStateBattery #FutureScientist

Making Pressure Irrelevant in Solid-State Batteries with Kevin Wujcik from Blue Current, Inc. Blue Current introduces its pioneering work on fully dry solid-state batteries featuring silicon-based anodes and flexible composite electrolytes. This presentation provides a detailed exploration of Blue Current’s pouch cell performance capabilities, focusing specifically on low-pressure operation that is key for commercialization of fully dry cells. The presentation will outline Blue Current's roadmap for cell production, highlighting aspects of the innovative process implemented at the company's 1-2 MWh pilot facility in Hayward. https://lnkd.in/davw7MK #CET4SolidState

Thanks to Jessica Golden, PhD for presenting at PlugVolt's Battery Seminar 2024. She shared how recent advances in both silicon anode and fully dry composite electrolyte technology can be leveraged in combination to unlock unprecedented benefits in EV battery safety, sustainability, and performance. She also presented Blue Current's analysis showing that low-pressure performance is critical to commercial viability for solid-state batteries. #ElectricVehicles #batterysafety #silicon #solidstatebatteries