The world’s top EV battery maker, China's Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited , announced on Wednesday a battery it believes boasts sufficient energy density to power electric airplanes.
The 500 Wh/kg battery was launched at Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, also known as Auto Shanghai, with a promise that the company can mass produce the technology “in a short period of time,” orThe Chinese company claims it achieves such high density by incorporating condensed matter technology and new materials that make the system more conductive and thus more efficient at transporting energy.
In this case, that specifically includes highly conductive biomimetic condensed electrolytes that create a miniscule micron-level net structure. The semi-solid-state battery also incorporates new anode and separator materials and cathode materials with ultra-high energy density. “The launch of this cutting-edge technology breaks the limits that have long restricted the development of the battery sector and will open up a new scenario of electrification centering on high level of safety and light weight,” promised CATL.
The battery-maker said it was cooperating with partners to test and develop the battery for actual use in aviation. It plans to launch an automotive version for mass production, also within the year.
It’s not so much to allow electric aircraft, but to have a golf cart that can go from 0 to 20 mph in 2 seconds.
It’s not so much to allow electric aircraft, but to have a golf cart that could 0-20 mph in 2 seconds.