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"Setting aside the complexities of digital sovereignty and geopolitical considerations, a diverse, global EV ecosystem—where products are manufactured, utilized, and repurposed near the end user—benefits everyone." Rory Francis Comiskey MAY2024 #BatteryProduction #Innovation #Sustainability #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #EVecosystem #EV #EVbattery #Battery

🔋 Industry Alert: A Shift in Battery Technology 🔋 Today, we’re witnessing a significant pivot in the battery manufacturing landscape. The battery joint venture ACC - Automotive Cells Company, backed by automotive leaders Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz AG, has decided to suspend work on its cell factories in Germany and Italy¹. This is despite securing a substantial $4.74 billion in funding for three European factories², #ACC is redirecting its focus towards more cost-effective and popular LFP chemistries, moving away from the traditional NMC cells they currently produce. As the Head of Marketing at modual AG, this development resonates deeply with our mission. Modual specializes in repurposing end-of-life electric car #batteries, transforming them into efficient second life #EnergyStorage solutions. The shift to LFP chemistries aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability and #innovation. LFP batteries offer many benefits, such as enhanced safety, longer lifespans, and reduced costs—key factors that drive our efforts to make energy storage more accessible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly 🌿. This industry shift is a testament to the evolving priorities towards more sustainable and economically viable #battery solutions. 🔋🚀 We’re excited to be at the forefront of this transition, contributing to a greener and more efficient energy future. Let's continue to innovate and embrace these changes for a more #sustainable world. - Jesse Morris 🔔 Follow Jesse Morris and modual AG to stay informed of exciting developments in: #Technology, #Sustainability and #BatteryTech Source 1: https://lnkd.in/e2zdpKPk Source 2: https://lnkd.in/eu8GPc55

Last week’s The Battery Show Europe brought together battery manufacturers, suppliers and decision-makers focused on the latest developments in the advanced battery and automotive industries. With +15,000 attendees and +1,000 exhibitors, I had walked more than 10 km to connect with new and old acquaintances. Some of the key trends that I picked-up include: 🔋 Technology – Advancements in technology hold potential to further accelerate the transition to EV adoption. These include: battery chemistry (solid-state batteries/bio-based polymers), light-weight materials and aerodynamic improvements, electric motor efficiency and charging infrastructure (fast and wireless charging). 🔋 Chemical suppliers – In an attempt to diversify their product portfolio, chemical companies are eyeing the EV battery value chain to be the partner of choice for battery and electronic components. Companies like Henkel Adhesive Technologies, Dow, Evonik, DuPont Automotive and Saint-Gobain presented electronic adhesives, sealants, thermal and functional coatings to support challenges in battery safety, circularity and productivity. It remains to be seen which one will become the market leader in its segment. 🔋 Consumer Demand – Despite slower sales growth as a result of macroeconomic conditions, EV adoption continues to move from being policy-driven to be consumer demand-driven. In return, this is driving suppliers to further focus on more sustainable materials and battery recycling solutions. Supportive government policies and investments in charging infrastructure will be critical to accelerate EV adoption. 🔋AI – As an enabling technology, AI holds potential in battery material discovery, design + testing optimisation (thermal management, battery life, functional safety) and validation. It will allow to maximize efficiency/durability and reduce the need for frequent replacements. #batterytechnology #batteryindustry #evtechexpo #mobility #innovation George Kazantzis, Emanuel Schorr, Esther Quintanilla Lujan, Dr. Simon Engelke, Vanessa Moriel

In the clip below, Varnika Agarwal offers an insightful overview of the recent strategic moves in the EV industry through offtake agreements. She highlights Panasonic Energy's commitment to purchase 10,000 tons of synthetic graphite from Novonix, an Australian battery materials company. Moreover, Panasonic and General Motors entered multiple long term supply agreements with Nouveau Monde Graphite for securing 36,000 tons of natural graphite. She discusses how these offtake agreements are pivotal steps towards establishing a robust North American battery supply chain. Varnika's analysis sheds light on the significance of these partnerships in advancing the industry's sustainability goals and strengthening the supply chain. To listen to the full discussion, click here: https://spoti.fi/49FDlA8 Other topics covered this month include: • January sales figures and notable upcoming models • Updates from the North American battery industry with sizable offtake agreements • An overview of recently announced legislation in the storage sector • The impact of Chinese new year on China’s Charging Network • Recycling supply chain agreements across Europe, the US and India • Updates from the semiconductor industry anticipating the release of our semiconductor white paper #EV #EVSupplyChain #BatteryTechnology #RhoMotion

Interesting white paper on battery components!!

The installation of our new Gigafactory is progressing rapidly and is scheduled to commence production in October! This state-of-the-art facility will produce our XRANGE battery packs, ushering in a new era in energy storage and e-Mobility. With our production launch, we are increasing our battery pack capacity to over 2 Gigawatt hours. This highly automated assembly line is set to produce up to 20,000 packs per year. What makes the XRANGE battery packs even more special is the integration of innovative products from the Freudenberg Group, specifically from Freudenberg Sealing Technologies and Freudenberg Performance Materials. These enhancements will boost efficiency and safety, showcasing our group’s synergy. Here are some Freudenberg products used in our Gigafactory: #innovatingtogether #freudenberg #batterysystems

A concise overview of key components and materials lithium-ion batteries are made from. There are thousands of ways to design a lithium-ion battery, and we tailor our simulations, accordingly. This is why.

Researchers at Japan’s Yokohama National University developed a manganese-based battery anode achieving 820 Wh/kg energy density, outperforming nickel-cobalt batteries’ 750 Wh/kg. #Manganese offers a cost-effective, sustainable alternative to scarce and expensive nickel and cobalt. The breakthrough leverages #LiMnO2 in a monoclinic system, enhancing phase transition for superior performance. Unlike previous manganese batteries, this version showed no voltage decay, making it ideal for electric vehicles. The team aims to address manganese dissolution and commercialize the battery technology for broader EV adoption. Details @ https://lnkd.in/gUA75We5 National Battery Research Institute Laboratory for Battery Research and Innovation (LBRI) Battery & Energy Storage Material Processing Solutions Fundamentals of Electric (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEVs) EV Battery Capacity and Battery Metals Tracker Battery Associates Global Battery Alliance World Battery & Energy Storage Industry Expo European Journal of Biomedical and Electrical Engneering Material Science and Engineering Journal Automotive Engineering World Automotive News Battery-News Battery News Battery Market News Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (USA)

Dear Battery Experts, Exiting news to share: We just published the second version of our battery components whitepaper!   The number of lithium-ion batteries sold will increase significantly in the coming years due to the growing sales of electric vehicles. As a result, the production of components that are installed in battery cells will increasingly become the focus of economic and ecological considerations. In cooperation with the VDMA (Sarah Michaelis and Jennifer Zienow), we summarized everything you need to know about the production of battery cell components. Which components does a battery cell consist of, and in which quantity? What are the most common processes to produce the described components? Which role does every component in a battery cell fulfil?   Special thanks to Achim Kampker, Christian Offermanns, Timon Elliger, Nikolaus Lackner and Valentin Mussehl (PEM RWTH Aachen University) as well as, among others the following companies:   IBU-tec advanced materials AG, Schenck Process, di-soric GmbH & Co. KG, VITRONIC Machine Vision, Piab - A brand by Piab Group, Eirich official | Maschinenfabrik Gustav Eirich GmbH & Co KG, Mettler-Toledo International, Inc, ISRA VISION, Leybold, Coperion, Brückner Maschinenbau GmbH, Constantia Flexibles   Englisch version: https://lnkd.in/eWn5VSqN German version: https://lnkd.in/e2Vnnfjq   #Battery #Sustainability #Batterymaterials #PEM #Batterycomponents #VDMA

Have you had the chance to dive into the second version of the insightful whitepaper on Li-Ion battery cell component production? Just like the first version, this new iteration brilliantly unpacks complex processes in an accessible manner, offering invaluable insights for professionals in the battery energy storage industries. Absolutely, this series is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this dynamic field.