Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Sodium-ion batteries (Na-ion, NIBs) are seen as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries for large-scale applications due to their lower cost and abundant supply of sodium. However, low capacity and poor rate capability of existing anodes have been major obstacles to the commercialization of NIBs. Lev and Dr. Denis Y.W.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2019

Natron Energy , a developer of new battery cell technology based on Prussian Blue analogue electrodes and a sodium-ion electrolyte, has closed a strategic investment by Chevron Technology Ventures (CTV) to support the development of stationary energy storage systems for demand charge management at electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Stanford researchers have developed a sodium-ion battery (SIB) that can store the same amount of energy as a state-of-the-art lithium ion, at substantially lower cost. Thus, further research is required to find better sodium host materials. The sodium salt makes up the cathode; the anode is made up of phosphorous.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Professor John Goodenough, the inventor of the lithium-ion battery, and his team at the University of Texas at Austin have identified a new cathode material made of the nontoxic and inexpensive mineral eldfellite (NaFe(SO 4 ) 2 ), presenting a significant advancement in the quest for a commercially viable sodium-ion battery. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2015

British battery R&D company Faradion has demonstrated a proof-of-concept electric bike powered by sodium-ion batteries at the headquarters of Williams Advanced Engineering, which collaborated in the development of the bike. Sodium-ion intercalation batteries—i.e., Oxford University was also a partner. Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

The circulating seawater in the open-cathode system results in a continuous supply of sodium ions, endowing the system with superior cycling stability that allows the application of various alternative anodes to sodium metal by compensating for irreversible charge losses. an alloying material), in full sodium-ion configuration.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2015

nm, average) of iron pyrite (FeS 2 ) nanoparticles are advantageous to sustain reversible conversion reactions in sodium ion and lithium ion batteries. FeS 2 is particularly attractive for energy storage technology due to its earth abundance, low toxicity, and low raw material cost. …

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MAY 28, 2014

Their low cost and ability to start the engine at cold temperatures sets them apart in conventional and basic micro-hybrid vehicles, and as auxiliary batteries in all other automotive applications, according to the report. Large performance and cost improvements will be made through developments in cell materials and components (i.e.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Mangrove is the developer of a modular platform for the cost-effective production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide. Mangrove also says that its technology can reduce lithium hydroxide production costs from lithium brines by as much as 45%. The process creates an effluent stream with salinity below 3,000 ppm.

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

Cyclonatix, Inc is developing an industrial-sized motor/controller to operate with either DC or AC power sources, for applications in electric vehicles, solar-powered pumps, HVAC&R, gas compressors, and other commercial and industrial machines which require high efficiency, variable speed/torque, and low cost.

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MARCH 15, 2018

The researchers present these results in the journal Nature Reviews Materials as part of a cost and resource analysis of sodium-ion batteries. … However, the production of lithium will require substantial expansion, even if only parts of the presented scenario were to become reality. —Vaalma et al.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2022

Reliance New Energy Solar Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd, will acquire 100% shareholding in sodium-ion battery developer Faradion Limited ( earlier post ) for an enterprise value of £100 million (US$135 million). Sodium is the sixth-most abundant element on the planet. billion ($73.8 billion ($10.9

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2014

Initial studies revealed that antimony could be suitable for both rechargeable lithium- and sodium-ion batteries because it is able to store both kinds of ions. Sodium is regarded as a possible low-cost alternative to lithium as it is much more naturally abundant and its reserves are more evenly distributed on Earth.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

The Faraday Battery Challenge is part of the UK government’s Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF), overseen by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to help transform the production of batteries for the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK. Next generation sodium ion batteries–NEXGENNA.

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AUGUST 18, 2013

By using this captured CO 2 to make products that would otherwise generate additional CO 2 , the plant will offset an additional 220,000 tons annually, once fully operational in 2014. The captured pollutants are mineralized into solid products, including sodium bicarbonate, which are stored, transported and sold as safe, stable solids.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 26, 2009

Eagle Picher, in partnership with the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, will develop a new generation of high energy, low cost planar liquid sodium beta batteries for grid scale electrical power storage applications. Low Cost, High Energy and Power Density, Nanotube-Enhanced Ultracapacitors. Earlier post.)

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MAY 3, 2022

lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), calcium (Ca)]. No/low cobalt and no/low nickel-content cathodes [e.g., sulfur-based, highly abundant/low-cost transition metal oxides, halides, sulfides, phosphates, and new organic/inorganic hosts]. Oxide-based anodes. Three-dimensional anode architectures.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2011

In North America, a high-profile hybrid locomotive product faced a serious setback in the mid-2000s (the Green Goat from Railpower) that still haunts the industry today. Most of this capacity will be in lead acid and advanced lead acid batteries, with a portion of the market utilizing sodium metal halide and lithium-ion batteries.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2009

The project will evaluate a wider range of applications for lithium-ion batteries that will spur broader demand for the technology, bringing production to a scale that will make this form of large energy storage more affordable. Demonstration of Isothermal Compressed Air Energy Storage to Support Renewable Energy Production.

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AUGUST 17, 2018

CELEST combines finding-oriented research with close-to-practice development and innovative production technology. This cluster is to push the development of battery technologies based on abundant, low-cost, and non-toxic elements, such as sodium and magnesium and, thus, reduce the pressure on critical resources.

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MARCH 15, 2011

published in the ACS journal Chemical Reviews , reviews in detail four stationary storage systems considered the most promising candidates for electrochemical energy storage: vanadium redox flow; sodium-beta alumina membrane; lithium-ion; and lead-carbon batteries. Sodium-beta alumina membrane battery. In their study, Yang et al.

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Electric Vehicles India

APRIL 6, 2021

Low-cost 5V dual carbon battery development for EV . It is the most sustainable and low-cost battery that can be used in high-voltage applications, battery-operated medical devices, stationary grids and regenerative braking systems in electric vehicles. The introduction of a product like this can be a breakthrough.”.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2010

The small size, multi-fuel capability and potential low cost of the ULRE could also help speed adoption of electric vehicles. Other projects include: TSB Low-Carbon Vehicle Technology Awards. High energy sodium-nickel battery cell for EV application (Acronym: NINACELL). Title Partners.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 5, 2024

Sodium-ion batteries have long been touted as a possible successor to the lithium-ion kind—they may have lower energy density, but they rely on more abundant sodium rather than lithium, perform better in cold temperatures, and above all, tend to be cheaper. The model’s sodium battery version has a smaller battery pack (21.4

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2010

In North America, a high-profile hybrid locomotive product (Railpower’s Green Goat, earlier post ) faced a serious setback in the mid-2000s that still haunts the industry today. However, Pike expects hybrid locomotives to have a strong return on investment (ROI), as a result of the ability to use low-cost batteries.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 5, 2024

The world’s largest EV maker, BYD , broke ground on its first sodium-ion battery plant this week. Last June, the unit created its own joint venture with Huaihai Holding Group to expand into sodium-ion batteries. The company aims to be the world’s largest supplier of sodium battery systems. BYD is investing $1.4

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Their low cost and unparalleled ability to start a car engine at cold temperatures sets them apart in conventional and basic micro-hybrid vehicles, and as auxiliary batteries in all other automotive applications. This is expected to be the situation for the foreseeable future.

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AUGUST 14, 2017

Suitable for series production, the new High Thermal Conductivity (HTC) materials and Thermal Interface Material (TIM) coating can reduce valve head temperatures by up to 70°C, allowing improved combustion and lower emissions. Federal-Mogul Powertrain received a first nomination with intended start of production in 2018.

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MARCH 23, 2016

Sadoway and his students developed liquid metal batteries, which can store large amounts of energy and thus even out the ups and downs of power production and power use, a decade ago. The technology is being commercialized by a Cambridge-based startup company, Ambri. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 30, 2016

Zenyatta natural graphite material was prototyped, tested and compared for key mechanical and electrical properties against Ballard’s baseline synthetic graphite in a commercial product platform. However, the cost to produce synthetic graphite is high and its production also has significant environmental impacts.

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JULY 6, 2016

Graphite is the most advanced commercially available anode material, due mainly to its relatively high energy density, good reversibility, non-toxicity, safety and low cost. If a manufacturer were willing to take on production, enhanced batteries could be ready for the market within one or two years.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 9, 2024

The companies’ patented processes also eliminate the production of thousands of tons of sodium sulfate waste—a byproduct of traditional cathode production and recycling methods.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2015

The six TERRA projects will receive a total of $30 million to accelerate energy crop development for the production of renewable transportation fuels from biomass and the 12 GENSETS projects are aimed at developing generator technologies that will improve efficiencies in residential Combined Heat and Power (CHP) generation. Mahle Powertrain.

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Driivz

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

All are counting on battery innovations to improve EV performance, drive down costs, and eliminate dependence on scarce materials. The ideal battery will be made of low-cost, plentiful materials that are lightweight and flexible enough to allow vehicle design innovations.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MARCH 27, 2021

Gadkari also stated that 100 % lithium-ion batteries, which are a critical component in electric vehicles, will be manufactured in India, while the government also conducts research on other readily available materials for batteries such as aluminium ion, sodium ion, steel ion, and zinc ion. Tork Motors. Ather Energy.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2019

Concentric Ring Gas Atomization Die Design for Optimized Particle Production, $150,000 Praxair, Indianapolis, Ind. Commercializing 3D Printable Feedstocks for the Advanced Manufacturing of Energy Products, $300,000 MilliporeSigma, St. Quanex Building Products Corporation, Houston, Texas SCP SYS LLC, San Francisco, Calif.

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