Lithium ceramic battery (LCB) developer ProLogium Technology has introduced a new silicon composite anode battery, which is being used by Germany's FEV Group to develop a next-generation battery pack.
According to the companies, the new battery system can reduce the vehicle's weight, increase energy efficiency, and improve charging speed. The system offers an energy density of 749 Wh/L, and ProLogium expects to increase that number to 823 Wh/L by the end of 2024.
ProLogium's modular design allows individual cells to be removed, facilitating repair and recycling of cells, potentially reducing maintenance costs and increasing the resale value of used EVs.
“Over the past two years, our collaboration has resulted in customized battery packs and concept designs that not only meet, but exceed regulatory standards and market requirements. Due to the high specific energy of the LLB cell of 321 Wh/kg, the energy storage system can be designed to be smaller and lighter in the vehicle with the intended driving range, thus reducing the energy and space requirements,” said Dr. Thomas. Hülshorst, Global Vice President Electric Powertrain at FEV.
Source: ProLogium