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 Is Gigacasting the Future of Automotive Manufacturing or Just a Buzzword? In first half of this year, Tesla rolled back its plan to invest in #gigacasting, citing huge upfront investment which they are in no position to make considering the falling profit margins and softening demand of EVs. From a technology standpoint, gigacasting certainly helps in faster manufacturing and light-weighting vehicles. However, from a consumer perspective, it might initially add to costs due to the high capital investment required by manufacturers. Another important perspective is vehicle design. Gigacasting might lower the flexibility of designs, geometries, and features in vehicles because it involves a single mono-casting. This might be a good investment for the mass market. However, if manufacturers can work with traditional assembly lines, why invest so much in a technology for which they are not yet sure whether they will be able to break even? For new modes of transport, such as Air Mobility, this still requires significant manufacturing infrastructure, which could be completely built on the concept of gigacasting. #Stellarix #StellarixConsultancyServices #gigacasting #future #airmobility #manufacturing #automotivemanufacturing

Highly interesting post on the question of the reparability of large structural castings after a crash. Yes at ACTech GmbH we do prototypes for large structural castings and we do like them. First of all I noticed how many parts need to be removed before you even can reach the casting. BUT, that would be the same effort on a conventional car and that alone can make a repair too expensive for an older car. Cut lines for repairs are a clever idea. Also welding the casting (in place) can make repairs more affordable. And a big one, it seems the casting is often still intact when a traditional structure needs repair. The engineers at Tesla managed a solid design with their "Gigacasting". I'm waiting to see long run data if cars with large structural castings are more likely to be unrepairable after an accident. #gigacasting #design #engineering

Advancing Gigacasting Repairs (New Techniques Improve Tesla Model Y Sustainability and Cost-Efficiency)  Follow me for more technical insights: https://lnkd.in/evN3jc94  The video featuring John Sweigart, CEO of Evolve EV Specialists, provides a detailed breakdown of the repairability of Tesla Model Y gigacastings—challenging the earlier assumption that these massive cast components were irreparable. With advancements in repair methodologies, Tesla's gigacasting approach becomes more sustainable and cost-effective.  >>> Key Technical Aspects of Gigacasting Repairs: - Precision Inspection with 3D Digital Measurement:   The repair process begins with the removal of the quarter panel to access the rear gigacasting. Evolve EV uses 3D measurement tools to ensure that all structural points align precisely with Tesla’s manufacturing specifications. This guarantees that even slight misalignments are detected before further repairs.  - Advanced Visual Inspection for Cracks and Distortion:   Sweigart explains that aluminum castings may bend under impact but are prone to shattering under severe stress. Therefore, a comprehensive inspection is conducted to identify cracks, particularly in critical ribbed areas.  - Cost-Effective Repair Methods with Modular Replacement:    If damage is detected, the repair strategy involves cutting out the damaged section and attaching new pieces using structural adhesives, rivets, and backing plates. This method avoids the need for full component replacement, significantly lowering repair costs.  - Heat Map System for Repair Zone Identification:   A heat map system categorizes areas of the gigacasting based on their repair eligibility. While red zones were initially non-repairable, evolving standards now allow for limited repairs in certain areas with Tesla engineering approval.  >>> Expanded Repair Capabilities: - Welding and Backing Plate Applications:    - Cracks under 50 millimeters can be welded directly in specific areas.    - For cracks up to 30 millimeters, backing plates provide additional structural reinforcement, expanding repair possibilities and reducing waste.  - Enhanced Sustainability and Repair Efficiency:   The ability to repair instead of replacing entire castings offers a sustainable solution by reducing scrap material and allowing vehicles to return to service faster, aligning with Tesla’s long-term goals.  Read more technical article below : 👇 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/dmt4fUMq #Tesla  #Gigacasting  #EVRepair  #AutomotiveInnovation  #SustainableManufacturing  #AdvancedEngineering  #ProductionEfficiency

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“The 56-year-old founder and chairman of the world’s top electric vehicle (EV) battery-maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) struck an upbeat note in a recent interview with Caixin, saying that construction work on the company’s $3.5 billion U.S. plant with Ford is ‘progressing smoothly’ and that the prospects for EVs in China are ever brighter. However, he also acknowledged the challenges the Fujian province-based giant faces, including regulatory challenges in Europe and the difficulty of commercializing solid-state batteries, a technology that could bring an end to the ‘range anxiety’ that wards off some potential EV buyers. Progress at the Ford Motor Co. plant in Michigan shows the value of the company’s licensing, royalty and service (LRS) business model, under which automakers can produce batteries using know-how and services provided by CATL, Robin Zeng Yuqun told Caixin. Ford first announced the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan plant in February 2023.” “The project quickly encountered problems, including resistance from the Republican chairs of two U.S. House of Representative committees who in July sent a joint letter to Ford CEO Jim Farley seeking more information about the deal. In September last year, a Ford spokesperson said work on the plant would stop ‘until we’re confident about our ability to competitively operate the plant.’ That announcement came soon after the United Auto Workers union began a six-week strike at Ford and other U.S. carmakers. Ford resumed construction on the factory in November, but said it would reduce the plant’s annual production capacity by roughly 43%, which includes delaying $12 billion in spending on battery-powered models. The company said at the time that the date for initial production at the facility remained unchanged at 2026. In recent years, CATL has doubled down on its plans for global dominance with a focus on dominance in Europe” “In October 2019, CATL kicked off construction of its first overseas plant in Germany, which was up and running in December 2022. In August 2022, the firm announced it would build its second overseas factory in Hungary, whose construction is set to be completed in 2025. It has a designed annual production capacity of 100 gigawatt-hours, enough to power more than 1 million cars. The company also signed a deal in November to work with European carmaker Stellantis NV to supply the latter with battery cells and modules for its EVs in Europe. However, CATL’s expansion into Europe faces regulatory challenges. In August 2023, the EU put into force its Batteries Regulation that the European Commission says ‘aim(s) to make batteries sustainable throughout their entire life cycle.’ CATL, which has long dominated its home market, is now closing in on South Korea’s LG to become the No. 1 supplier of EV batteries in markets outside of China.”

A tale of two EV giants: Tesla vs. BYD Tesla (USA): •Founded: 2003 •Market Cap: $1.25 Trillion •Revenue: $96 Billion BYD (China): •Founded: 1995 •Market Cap: $107 Billion •Revenue: $83.4 Billion Both companies are revolutionizing the electric vehicle space, but their strategies and market focuses couldn't be more different. Tesla dominates with its innovation and branding, while BYD thrives as a mass-market powerhouse in China. #himanshusingh

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