The EV Battery Revolution
The quest for good health and long life is much sought after among electric vehicle (EV) battery developers these days.
The quest in question here is not so much about enhancing the individual's physiology but how to create the next best cell electrochemistry and architecture to drive more powerful and longer-lasting batteries.
Zooming out to the much broader landscape, the higher aim is towards lowering carbon emissions from transportation, where 60% of cars sold will be EVs by 2030,
But lofty goals are often only as good as the economics that affect different pockets.
Consumers expect more affordable EVs that can go longer distances per full charge, while EV makers and their battery supply chain have to balance profitability with applying technological advancements in their vehicle models.
Regulators have the weighty responsibilities of balancing the sustainability of monetary incentives to encourage EV adoption, the cost of developing the EV charging and power infrastructure, and eventual decarbonization of the electricity grid.
At the heart of these expectations and challenges is the EV battery, since it’s the most expensive part of the car.
In Season 1 of our Auto Tech Talks podcast series, join me as I interview experts on current market challenges, and innovations in battery cells, modules, and packs that are helping to shape vehicle electrification. Conversations cover:
- The rise of EVs, and what it means for battery developers
- Understanding battery test parameters at cell, module, and pack levels
- How automating lab management can actually save developers time and money
- Why the common data acquisition system is a handy tool for checking battery health
- An outlook on how gigafactories are faring, and battery innovations in the works