The Implementation of Laser Drying Processes for Economical & Ecological Lithium Ion Battery Production (IDEEL) research project in Germany developed a laser-assisted roll-to-roll (R2R) drying process that could reduce the cost of lithium-ion battery manufacturing, according to German research organization Fraunhofer FFB. The hybrid process combines conventional, oven-based convection drying with laser drying based on… Read more »
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Amprius forms partnership with a South Korea battery manufacturer
Amprius Technologies, which is developing a silicon battery anode platform, has signed a new contract manufacturing agreement with an unnamed battery manufacturer in South Korea. Amprius said that the strategic partnership expands its global production footprint and enhances its ability to deliver high-performance SiCore cells at scale to meet rising global demand. The South Korean… Read more »
ABB acquires BrightLoop to expand its off-highway vehicle and marine electrification business
Switzerland-headquartered electrical engineering firm ABB has agreed to acquire French power electronics firm BrightLoop to accelerate its electrification strategy for industrial off-highway vehicles and marine vessels. The acquisition will expand ABB’s capabilities in delivering compact, rugged and intelligent power conversion systems tailored for construction and mining equipment, electric ferries and offshore vessels. BrightLoop offers a… Read more »
Amprius launches SiCore 450 Wh/kg high-energy battery cell
Amprius Technologies, which is developing lithium-ion batteries with its silicon anode Platform, has launched its 450 Wh/kg and 950 Wh/L SiCore lithium-ion battery for aviation and electric mobility platforms. The company expects to move to mass production in the near term through its global manufacturing partners. The compact, lightweight SiCore cell delivers up to 80%… Read more »
U POWER Tech introduces three new commercial EV platforms
U POWER Tech showcased its lineup of urban logistics and specialty EV platforms at the recent ACT Expo. Established in 2021 in Shanghai and Silicon Valley, U POWER Tech specializes in “smart EV solutions built on skateboard chassis technology.” At ACT, U POWER introduced three purpose-built products. The UP Van is billed as “the world’s… Read more »
Samsung SDI starts production of 46-series cylindrical batteries
South Korean battery and electronic material manufacturer Samsung SDI has started production of 46-series cylindrical batteries with a diameter of 46 mm. The modules will be initially supplied to an American customer for use in micro-mobility applications. Samsung SDI unveiled its 46-series lineup, consisting of four sizes—4680, 4695, 46100 and 46120—earlier this month. It plans… Read more »
PEM develops laser drying process for battery production
The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University in Germany has completed a project to develop a laser-based drying process for battery production. The project, “Implementation of Laser Drying Processes for Economical & Ecological Lithium-Ion Battery Production” (IDEEL) involved PEM as well as the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell… Read more »
dSPACE launches simulation software for power electronics
Germany-based dSPACE, a provider of automotive simulation and validation solutions, has released its XSG Power Electronics Systems software to support the simulation of highly dynamic switching frequencies of up to 500 kHz. The software for hardware-in-the-loop tests contains a library with ready-to-use models of power electronics circuitry so that users can create their simulations quickly… Read more »
Revolutionary xEV Power Conversion Saving Cost And Space
In the pursuit of efficient and cost-effective power conversion, the industry is witnessing a paradigm shift towards the adoption of new technologies and innovative topologies. The increasing pressure to reduce system costs has led to the emergence of game-changing solutions, such as Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices. These wide-bandgap semiconductors offer… Read more »
Driving the future of EV battery assembly with adhesives
Sponsored by DuPont. The automotive industry is rapidly evolving, and electric vehicles are at the forefront of this transformation. Continued EV adoption hinges on several key factors: reducing costs, building a robust charging infrastructure, and designing efficient, durable battery packs with longer-range and fast-charging capabilities. As automakers strive to match the cost and efficiency of… Read more »