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"Benchmark: Battery capacity to increase 4-fold by 2030 ......"
That may be true for the "eternal yesterdays" but reality shows that Na-ion is replacing Li at a galloping pace because it is far cheaper, more abundant and safer; energy density is on par and due to increase in the next year or two.
Benchmark: Battery capacity to increase 4-fold by 2030 amid qualification challenge outside Asia
Lithium ion battery capacity is set to grow four-fold by the end of the decade, but the industry must overcome cost and quality issues as it expands outside of Asia, Benchmark’s Chief Operating Officer Andrew Miller said at the Battery Gigafactories Asia Pacific 2023 conference in Tokyo. Global...
@ Davemart:
You're right about some of those points that you mentioned. What you forgot to mention, that FCs - when fed with green H2 - have an absolutely rotten overall efficiency.
Whilst talking about psycopaths, when was the last time that you took a long enduring look in the mirror?
Transportation’s Future Is Hybrid – in More Ways Than One
by Alec Shkolnik, co-founder & CEO of LiquidPiston Months before stepping down as CEO of Toyota, Akio Toyoda zigged at a time when the rest of the automotive industry zagged: he argued for an electrified future powered by both EVs and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). I couldn’t agree more. New h...
@ peskanov:
It seems to me as though you are confusing Chinese research and manufacturing with Australien research and manufacturing.
UNSW team proposes hard carbons from automotive shredder residue as anode material for sodium-ion batteries
Researchers from UNSW Sydney (Australia) report in an open-access paper in the Journal of Power Sources on the use of hard carbons derived from automotive shredder residue (ASR) as a suitable anode electroactive material for sodium-ion batteries (NIBs). Limitation of graphite as anode material...
@ mahonj:
Back in 2007, I installed a 15 kWp PV-system on the roof of my house. At that time it was prohibitively expensive without really substantial financial support. I don't need all the power the system produces so the excess is fed into the grid. With the payback over the grid, I've been enjoying moderate power prices and still have sufficient power from the system to also power my BEV.
Benchmark’s global weighted Li-ion cell price drops to $98.2/kWh
Benchmark’s global weighted average lithium-ion cell price has fallen to $98.2/kWh for the first time in two years, due to falling raw material prices. The dropping cell price is bringing the prospect of a $100/kWh battery pack closer to fruition, according to Benchmark. At this point EVs cou...
@ Herman;
I had only 8 semesters of physics, chemistry and advanced math amongst other boring subjects. So probably in your estimation I'm not qualified to issue a valid statement concerning the topic of this thread. Nevertheless, I have an opinion that disagrees wholly with yours.
First of all, E-Fuels, produced with renewables are prohibitively expensive and a waste of precious energy. They may be carbon neutral but in municipal areas this is completely irrelevant because all those well known emissions remain to douse all those living there. In rural areas this may be negligible because the pollutants are diluted. I need not to explain the first law of thermodynamics to you because apparently, you as well as Wissing, appear not only to know everything but also to know everything better.
Chinese manufacturers do not produce any ICE vehicles anymore, only BEVs. Apparently they know which technolgy has a future. Batteries are improving almost daily and it will not be too far off until nothing leaves to be desired for their functionality.
ICEs are a stone age relict so just let them RIP!
German minister Wissing starts international e-fuels dialogue
The German Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and Transport Dr Volker Wissing launched an international e-fuels dialogue in Munich at the conference “E-Fuels – Paving the Way for Clean Mobility”. The conference is focused on the potential of e-fuels and strategies for a successful market ramp...
Wissing is one of the biggest morons among present German politicians and he proves that point once again.
German minister Wissing starts international e-fuels dialogue
The German Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and Transport Dr Volker Wissing launched an international e-fuels dialogue in Munich at the conference “E-Fuels – Paving the Way for Clean Mobility”. The conference is focused on the potential of e-fuels and strategies for a successful market ramp...
https://www.energylivenews.com/2023/08/17/orsted-halts-ambitious-gigastack-uk-project-at-worlds-largest-offshore-wind-farm/
"Only fools rush in where sages fear to tread"
It seems as though Orsted and Phillips 66 have gotten a bit wiser after thorough confrontation with reality .
bp leads $12.5M Series A investment in water vapor electrolyzer innovator Advanced Ionics
Advanced Ionics, the developer of a new category of hydrogen electrolyzers useful for expanding green hydrogen production, closed a $12.5-million Series A financing led by bp ventures, with additional investors including Clean Energy Ventures, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and GVP Climate. The...
At any rate, far better looking than SUV-Madness. Solid technique, acceptable range and a reasonable price will give the rest a run for their money.
Geely, Baidu to introduce JI YUE brand for autonomous electric mobility
Geely Holding Group and Baidu Inc announced a significant milestone in their strategic partnership with the introduction of JI YUE, a premium intelligent technology brand. Inaugural JI YUE 01 model will enter production with first deliveries in the fourth quarter of 2023. JI YUE’s primary g...
"QuantumScape’s technology platform is designed to pair with a variety of cathode chemistries"
This quoted statement has been posted repeatedly at different times. Personally, I'm convinced that QS's technological platform is unique and unparalleled. However, I'm also convinced that there are far better chemistry solutions than one based on Lithium chemistry.
E.g. GMG's chemistry solution is based on Aluminum and Graphene and has proven to be far better than the solution employed by QS. Charging time is is 70x faster than any Lithium chemistry; Carbon and Aluminum are among the most abundant elements in the earths crust, are available everywhere and are far cheaper than Li. The absence of rare earth elements warrant independent supply of all cell components. GMG's solution enables more than 4000 charging cycles.
I would certainly welcome a cooperation between QS and GMG.
QuantumScape working with prospective launch customer in automotive sector
Lithium-metal solid-state battery company QuantumScape (QS) announced that it is working closely with a prospective launch customer in the automotive sector for the first commercial QS product. QS previously disclosed customer sampling agreements with six automakers and a stationary storage pro...
@ Davemart:
Ever hear of a pantograph? You don't need a continuous overhead line; just a section long enough to assure a power boost to sustain to the next section. H2 will never be competitive on a economical basis.
Stadler wins contracts for up to 120 battery-powered trains, 25 hydrogen trains
Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) has awarded Stadler a framework agreement for up to 120 battery-powered trains. The FLIRT Akku vehicles are designed to replace the current diesel fleet and will enable sustainable operation on lines that are only partially electrified. The signing of the framewo...
Apparently, Plana is completely ignorant of the progress that has been achieved with toroidal propeller designs.
PLANA signs LOI with Hi-Air for 30 CP-01 AAM aircraft for 2031 delivery
PLANA, a developer of hybrid advanced air mobility (AAM) eVTOL aircraft, signed a letter of intent (LOI) and a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hi-Air, a South Korean commercial air carrier, to supply 30 AAM aircraft. Under the LOI, PLANA will supply its hybrid-electric AAM aircraft, CP-01...
Fossil fuel technology or any newly created solution based on those principles is supported from advocates of "dead end streets". Some baffled individuals are truly overwhelmed from the "triple B principle.
New Mitsubishi Triton to use newly developed ladder frame, chassis and diesel engine
Mitsubishi Motors will use a newly developed ladder frame, chassis and clean diesel engine in the all-new Triton one-ton pickup truck. The launch of the all-new Triton (sold as the L200 in some markets) is scheduled for 26 July in Bangkok, Thailand. The newly developed clean diesel turbo e...
I would question the location of the brake discs. It appears that they are all else than maintenance friendly.
ZF showcases new eMobility kit for commercial e-mobility; AxTrax 2 drives
ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division presented its latest eMobility kit, which now includes all-electric central drives, axle drives and eComponents. Suitable for light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers, the integrated, modular e-driveline systems enable quiet and emiss...
".....with a capacity of 160 mAh/g...."
"...amounting to 150 Wh/kg....."
1 kg is equivalent to 1000 grams, a factor of 10³. A mAh is equivalent to one thousandth of one kWh. What now? Which one of the two quoted expressions is correct?
Altris presents high-capacity Prussian White cathode material for Na-ion batteries; 160 mAh/g
Swedish sodium-ion battery developer Altris presented a pure Prussian White cathode material with a capacity of 160 mAh/g, making it the highest capacity declared to date. This marks an important milestone on Altris’ commercialization journey, as the capacity of cathode materials is crucial to ...
"One could make the same comments regarding the electricity supply industry"
I assume from your line of reasoning that because Putin is a mass-murder it's OK to murder without fearing any consequences.
KIT team designs low-cost photoreactor for efficient solar-driven synthesis
Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and their Canadian partners have designed a low-cost photoreactor design for solar-driven synthesis. The photoreactors have a low level of complexity, are readily manufacturable via mass fabrication techniques in polymers, and are easy...
@ Davemart:
"This is to confuse leakage and inefficiencies, which....."
When considering all the calamities occurring in the past with raw oil production (off-shore oil rigs, oil tankers, pipe lines etc. etc.) resulting from negligence, carelessness, ignorance, stupidity, greed and profit dreaming, are you really convinced that all this will change overnight when the same idiots switch to an H2 based industry??? If you believe that, then you are really a fantastic day dreamer.
KIT team designs low-cost photoreactor for efficient solar-driven synthesis
Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and their Canadian partners have designed a low-cost photoreactor design for solar-driven synthesis. The photoreactors have a low level of complexity, are readily manufacturable via mass fabrication techniques in polymers, and are easy...
It'll be far worse than CO2.
KIT team designs low-cost photoreactor for efficient solar-driven synthesis
Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and their Canadian partners have designed a low-cost photoreactor design for solar-driven synthesis. The photoreactors have a low level of complexity, are readily manufacturable via mass fabrication techniques in polymers, and are easy...
Shell has defined the H2-folly as an economic disaster and as a consequence has shut down all of its' H2-stations in the UK.
https://www.electrive.com/2022/10/18/shell-quietly-closes-all-hydrogen-filling-stations-in-the-uk/
Mercedes-Benz has produced more than 1,000 eCitaro electric buses
More than 1,000 units of the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro low-floor electric bus have rolled off the production line in Mannheim in the nearly five years since its start of series production at the end of 2018. The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro combines the tried and tested platform of the best-selling Mer...
I have a definite preference for storing surplus electric energy in a manner that has a low environmental impact, is cheap and safe, has high energy density, is fast charging and has a long cycle life as compared against H2(Methane) with all its negative attributes..
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dual_carbon_battery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8V3q7n39E58
CICERO-led study finds global warming effect of leaked hydrogen almost 12x stronger than CO2
A study led by Norwegian climate center CICERO has found that the global warming effect of leaked hydrogen is almost 12 times stronger than that of CO2. The open-access paper is published in Nature Communications Earth & Environment. Unlike exhaust from burning coal and gas that contains CO2, ...
Just another cheese box mounted on wheels.
Volvo Cars introduces EX30 small electric SUV
Volvo Cars revealed its first premium small SUV, the all-electric EX30, in an event in Milan, Italy. The EX30 expands Volvo’s all-electric offering to four models. The Volvo EX30 is available for order across Europe and other selected markets. In the United States, customers can place pre-or...
@ mahonj:
In my personal opinion, (green) hydrogen is nothing more than a scam; it's highly inefficient, completely uneconomical, difficult to handle and extremely volatile. Better off, waiting for a miracle.
T&E study: Europe’s growing use of animal fats in fuels is becoming increasingly unsustainable; 8,800 dead pigs for Paris-NY flight
Europe’s growing use of animal fats to power its cars and planes is becoming increasingly unsustainable, according to a new study by Cerulogy funded by European NGO Transport & Environment (T&E). The green group calls for greater transparency so that consumers know what is going into their tank...
'There is more than just one way to skin a cat.'
Li-ion and rare elements is just one method of many possible configurations. Instead of sticking to a 'bad' example why not resort to something far more effective, cheaper, safer, faster charging, more energy dense, high cycle life, and far more abundant.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySfhRyGASpA
Study finds shortage of critical metals could put the brakes on electrification in Europe
The growing adoption of electric cars in Europe is leading to an increase in the use of the critical metals required for components such as electric motors and electronics. With the current raw material production levels there will not be enough of these metals in future—not even if recycling i...
@ peskanov:
'However, I am still hoping and waiting for Na-ion or other alternatives ....'
It seems as those influencing technology have one-track minds. When J. Goodenough presented his Li-solution everyone worldwide pounced upon it as though it were the ultimate solution and 'good-enough'; before that it was lead-acid.
I've been keeping tabs on GMG (Aluminum & Graphene), Quantumscape, and Prieto for some years.
Quantumscape's tech platform is - in my opinion - excellent and beats all else. Personally, I would like to see a solution based on QS's tech platform and GMG's chemistry; that would be fast, cheap, safe, and light. What more could anyone want?
Gotion High-Tech launches new L600 LMFP Astroinno battery; single-cell energy density of 240Wh/kg
China-based Gotion High-Tech launched its L600 Astroinno lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP) battery cell and pack at the 12th Gotion Technology Conference. This manganese-doped LMFP Astroinno battery features a gravimetric energy density of 240Wh/kg, a volumetric energy density of 525Wh/L,...
@ mahonj:
'I don't buy making H2 from electrolysis and then running it.....'
Congrat's, I can assert your opinion to 100%; not only the total inefficiency of an H2 solution but its' high volatility is many times worse than that of CO2 when emitted to the atmosphere. It's best not to tamper with it.
I could imagine a Prieto-Battery of several Megawatts, constantly being fed from the grid, could release sufficient high power discharge to charge a 60 - 100kWh battery in a few minutes without any negative effects on the grid.
Prieto introduces latest prototype of 3D Li-ion battery with 3-minute charging
Prieto Battery, a company commercializing a 3D Lithium-ion battery technology (earlier post), unveiled the most recent prototype of its patented 3D interdigitated battery that: Supports a 3-minute hyper-fast full charge, with a 50% charge in 90 seconds; Operates and charges in extremely low ...
I had a look at several of them. I also skimmed over NASA's ionic thrusters used for maneuvering satellites. They have a lot in common.
I can also recall how Elon Musk was scoffed at and ridiculed by all the 'experts' worldwide when he introduced his first BEV. Apparently he's having the last laugh.
Study finds running a hydrogen plane could be cheaper than traditional aircraft by 2035; requires correct policies and incentives
An economic study by research group Steer, and commissioned by T&E, looked at future operating costs of hydrogen planes on intra-European flights and found that they could be an efficient, cost competitive technology to decarbonize the sector, provided kerosene is taxed adequately. (If fossil k...
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