Stellantis and Factorial Energy have announced the successful validation of Factorial’s automotive-size FEST (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology) solid-state battery cells. Solid-state batteries could offer higher energy density and faster charging than today’s lithium-ion batteries. The validated 77 Ah FEST cells demonstrated specific energy of 375 Wh/kg over 600 cycles, progressing towards automotive qualification. The cells… Read more »
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Goliath solid-state battery achieves scale-up milestone
UK solid-state battery technology developer Ilika has verified the high performance of its Goliath batteries manufactured via an industrially scaled process at The UK Battery Industrialisation Centre. This confirms the battery is on track on its route to market, the company said. The announcement follows Ilika’s announcement in February reporting large-scale preparation of the Goliath… Read more »
Mizzou researchers explore protective coatings for solid-state batteries
Using a combination of advanced imagery and ultra-thin coatings, University of Missouri (Mizzou) researchers are looking to develop protective coatings for solid electrolytes to make safer batteries. Using four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscopy (4D STEM), the researchers examined the atomic structure of a battery without taking it apart to gain an understanding of the chemical… Read more »
ION Storage Systems reaches solid-state battery performance milestone
US-based solid-state battery manufacturer ION Storage Systems has demonstrated a 25x increase in capacity while surpassing 1,000 charge cycles for its solid-state battery (SSB) cell. This validates the performance and durability solid-state battery cells need for a range of applications, as ION’s cells cycle without compression or volume change—which is a barrier to commercial SSB… Read more »
Idemitsu Kosan to increase lithium sulfide production for solid-state battery materials
Japanese petroleum company Idemitsu Kosan plans to construct a large-scale production facility for lithium sulfide, an intermediate raw material for the mass production of all-solid-state battery materials The company will expand its lithium sulfide production capacity to the equivalent of 3 GWh of storage batteries annually and establish an integrated value chain from raw materials… Read more »
DG Matrix raises $20 million to commercialize its multi-port solid-state transformer solutions
DG Matrix provides solid-state transformer solutions for data centers and electrification projects such as microgrids and EV fleets. Now the company has secured $20 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round. Clean Energy Ventures led the round, and industry stalwarts including ABB, Cerberus Ventures, Chevron Technology Ventures and Piedmont Capital participated. The new funding brings… Read more »
Microvast advances its solid-state battery technology
US battery technology developer Microvast has advanced the development of its all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology. Microvast’s all-solid electrolyte separator membrane is based on a polyaramid separator, which is non-porous and tailored to solid-state applications. This ensures high ionic conductivity, structural stability and long-term durability, addressing a critical technical challenge in solid-state battery technology. The advancement… Read more »
SK On unveils breakthroughs in solid-state batteries
South Korean battery and trading company SK On has recently published its latest research on all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs). SK On’s study with Dr. Jin Ho Kim’s group at the Korea Institute of Ceramic Engineering and Technology focuses on the use of ultrafast photonic sintering technology (traditionally used to manufacture printed circuit board) in the manufacturing… Read more »
Lyric ships solid-state battery front-end equipment to US customer
Chinese manufacturer Lyric has shipped its solid-state battery front-end equipment to its first US customer. Lyric’s Z-shape stacking machine achieves an efficient stacking speed of 0.1 s/pcs and ultra-high precision alignment of ±0.3 mm, according to the company. The double planetary mixer mixes various viscosity materials, enabling flexibility, and enhances the safety and efficiency of… Read more »
SOLiTHOR makes progress with solid-state batteries for aviation and maritime applications
SOLiTHOR has made advancements in the development of its lithium solid-state batteries, which are designed to help the aviation and maritime industries accelerate their electric transition. The latest advancements include improvements in cyclability, energy density and readiness for industrialization. Recent testing of SOLiTHOR’s pouch cells, conducted at a moderate temperature of 25° C and with… Read more »