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This Aviation Week Network article underscores a pivotal shift in battery technology, highlighting how the aviation industry's unique demands are driving the evolution of energy storage solutions. As electric aircraft seek higher energy densities, power, safety, and longer cycle lives than those needed for electric vehicles (EVs), there is a significant divergence in battery requirements between these sectors. The aviation industry’s rigorous standards are pushing advancements in battery chemistries, such as silicon-anode and lithium-sulfur technologies, which offer promising improvements over traditional lithium-ion cells. These innovations are crucial for enabling the future of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft and other electric aviation applications. This shift not only reflects the growing importance of specialized energy storage solutions but also illustrates the broader impact of electrification across various hard-to-abate sectors. Read full article to see what companies like Group14 Technologies is doing in the space. Graham Warwick #aviationnews #batteries #electrificationofeverything

Cuberg has achieved a major milestone by publishing the world’s first third-party validation of its lithium-metal battery module, designed for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This module, featuring 60 lithium-metal 20 Ah pouch cells, performed 692 cycles before reaching 90% capacity retention and demonstrated a specific energy of 284.8 Wh/kg. Cuberg CEO Shauna McIntyre commented, “The validation of our first lithium-metal module marks a milestone in our journey towards commercial lithium-metal battery solutions. We’re committed to accelerating the adoption of electrification across new market segments and the transition to a cleaner future.” Led by Evan Frank, Cuberg’s VP of Battery Systems, the development showcases the team’s dedication to revolutionizing battery technology. Frank stated, “The validation report is testament to our team’s capabilities in delivering cutting-edge solutions that redefine performance and reliability standards.” Cuberg's facility in the San Francisco Bay Area developed and produced the module, with validation work by TÜV SÜD. The module's high specific energy translates to increased flight range, enabling diverse use cases for eVTOLs. Cuberg is also advancing safety standards, working towards Federal Aviation Administration certification under Technical Standard Order Authorization (TSOA). To lead these efforts, Cuberg hired Tom Sciortino, a former FAA veteran with extensive experience in compliance and airworthiness. Beyond aviation, Cuberg aims to bring its technology to other markets, including automotive. Cuberg’s technology, with its high discharge rates and energy density, is poised to power the next generation of high-performance electric vehicles. Read the full article on our blog for more insights into Cuberg’s pioneering work in lithium-metal battery technology. #AvfoilNews #BatteryInnovation #LithiumMetal #Cuberg #eVTOL #ElectricAviation #CleanEnergy #SustainableTech #AviationSafety #EVTechnology #FutureOfTransport

And then there are the Battery Energy Storage Systems to consider. The workforce on the ground gets a vote on how well electric aviation will work. They are the ones who will be performing maintenance, receiving, issuing, handling, and storing electric aircraft parts and components for flight operations. How many electrical engineers do you see running around a flight line making <$50k per year? We’re changing battering voltage from somewhere around 150vdc to 1000vdc. Safety first is business first. #sustainableaviation #sustainable infrastructure

Looks like sustainable transport infrastructure is going to be in the sky.

Joby Aviation’s Hydrogen-Powered Air Taxi Flew 500+ Miles Emitting Only Water Vapor Joby Aviation recently completed a successful test flight of its hydrogen-powered air taxi, which uses a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) design. Previously focused on electric commuter planes, Joby modified a pre-production prototype to include a liquid hydrogen tank, achieving a 523-mile test flight—significantly extending the typical 100-mile range of its electric versions. Hydrogen power offers the advantage of emitting only water vapor, but it remains costly and energy-intensive to produce. Joby plans to potentially use hydrogen fuel cells as range extenders for its electric planes, with the company’s existing design and certification work providing a head start in commercializing hydrogen-electric flight. https://lnkd.in/ecVC6pPg

Traveling around the world in a VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft without the need to refuel may sound like a dream. I believe that one day this will become a reality and revolutionize our concept of travel, potentially becoming one of the most cost-effective transportation methods. #vtol #hydrogen #transport #innovation https://lnkd.in/enGCFB46

Hydrogen-powered air taxi sets record 523-mile trip, emits just water steam In a push for cleaner forms of aviation technologies, a general aviation startup has announced the successful non-stop flight of its hydrogen-electric air taxi demonstrator. California-based Joby Aviaiton’s S4 eVTOL air taxi traveled 523 miles (841 kilometers), producing only water as a by-product. Hydrogen technology is being promoted as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered jets for mid-range regional travel. Building on the firm’s successful battery-electric air taxi development program, the aircraft takes off and lands vertically. It also shows how hydrogen has the potential to enable emissions-free, regional travel without the need for a runway Prior to the conversion, the aircraft underwent over 25,000 miles of battery-electric testing at Joby’s facility in Marina, California. This demonstrator, which is based on Joby’s primary battery-electric aircraft, has a liquid hydrogen fuel tank of liquid hydrogen and fewer batteries because it has the same airframe and overall architecture. H2FLY created and built a fuel cell system that uses hydrogen to generate heat, water, and power. The modification included adding a cryogenic fuel tank capable of storing up to 88 lbs (40 kg) of liquid hydrogen at 22 Kelvin (-420°F, -251°C). The tank’s vacuum jacketing maintains a safe ambient surface temperature. Hydrogen from the tank powers the H2Fly-developed ‘H2F-175’ fuel cell system, which generates electricity through an electrochemical reaction with oxygen from the air, producing water and heat as by-products. The electricity generated by the fuel cell serves as the primary power source for the aircraft’s six rotors during flight, while a small battery assists mainly during takeoff and landing. Additionally, the fuel cell system recharges this battery. Most of the design, testing, and certification work that Joby Aviation has completed on its battery-electric aircraft is applicable to commercializing hydrogen-electric flights. According to the firm, the company anticipates using the same landing pads, operations team, and ElevateOS software to support the commercial operation of both battery-electric and hydrogen-electric aircraft. The source: Interesting Engineering #energyticslimited #energyefficiency #renewableenergy #hydrogenenergy #hydrogenpoweredairtaxi #H2F175fuelcell

Hydrogen-powered air taxi sets record 523-mile trip, emits just water steam California-based Joby Aviation has announced the successful non-stop flight of its hydrogen-electric air taxi demonstrator, the S4 eVTOL, which traveled 523 miles (841 kilometers) while producing only water as a by-product. This aircraft builds on Joby's battery-electric air taxi program and showcases the potential of hydrogen technology for emissions-free, regional travel without the need for a runway. The aircraft, modified with a liquid hydrogen fuel tank and fewer batteries, features a fuel cell system developed by Joby's subsidiary H2FLY, generating electricity through an electrochemical reaction with oxygen. This achievement highlights the future of clean aviation and Joby's commitment to decarbonizing urban mobility with practical and sustainable solutions. https://lnkd.in/eCVjXHbX

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