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Electrochemical pilot aims to improve critical mineral extraction
BlueShift has raised $2.1 million in pre-seed funding to advance its electrochemical technology for isolating critical minerals and capturing carbon from seawater. Investors, including ConocoPhillips Company, Ridgeline, and the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), are supporting the construction of BlueShift’s first pilot facility, which will demonstrate the potential for more sustainable mineral extraction. The company’s…
New dc fast charger earns strict California certification
Wallbox, a global provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions, announced that its Supernova dc fast charger has successfully obtained the California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certification. This milestone ensures that Wallbox’s fast-charging technology meets California’s rigorous measurement accuracy and billing transparency standards, positioning the company for accelerated growth in North America’s…
New battery tech supports 80% longer EV lifespan and smarter charging
PULSETRAIN, a European developer of next-generation battery systems, has raised €6.1 million ($6.6 million USD) in seed financing to drive innovation in electromobility. Led by Vsquared Ventures and Planet A, with participation from Climate Club, the funding will accelerate product development as the company moves toward industrialization and scaling. PULSETRAIN’s technology extends electric vehicle (EV)…
Michigan launches pilot program to optimize EV charging and grid stability
To help energy providers manage the impact of electric vehicle (EV) charging on distribution systems, the State of Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) has awarded a $170,000 grant to Rhythmos.io for an innovative pilot program focused on grid-edge optimized EV charging within Consumers Energy‘s Grand Rapids service territory. This funding will enable the demonstration of a sustainable…
New EV battery supply agreement to support American production
SK On and Nissan have announced a battery supply agreement that will support Nissan’s electric vehicle (EV) production in North America. Under the agreement, SK On, a global battery manufacturer, will supply Nissan with nearly 100 GWh of high-performance, high-nickel batteries from 2028 to 2033. These US-manufactured batteries will power Nissan’s next-generation EVs to be…
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What is the future of onboard and offboard EV charging?The future of electric vehicle (EV) charging depends on the balance between onboard and offboard solutions, optimizing efficiency, cost, and…
Q&A: What is the role of AI in EV battery management systems?The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has made battery management systems (BMS) more critical than ever. These systems monitor,…
How large EV battery packs can be safely recycled without disassemblyAs more electric trucks, SUVs, and sports cars are introduced to the market, the size and quantity of battery packs…
How could advances in solid-state batteries impact EV charging designs and requirements?Batteries are a key element in electric vehicles (EVs), and there has been a lot of development in solid-state and…
What factors impact electric vehicle system design?Understanding design considerations of traction, work functions, braking and more helps users optimize electrified vehicle design. By Jay Schultz, Business…
How to safely detect minute physical Li-ion battery flawsFor professional electronics design engineers and developers, assuring lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery safety, reliability, and performance is critical. This means battery…
What are the key safety challenges in EV manufacturing?The electric vehicle (EV) market is expected to achieve record numbers this year and for the foreseeable future. EV sales…
How does ac bus-based architecture impact charging infrastructure for EVs?The ac bus-based architecture for EV charging is a crucial component of the EV infrastructure, enabling the efficient and reliable…
How multiphysics simulation is advancing electric motor designElectric motors play a vital role in the electrification of transportation systems. Along with enabling the operation of vehicles, these…
What is electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE)?Electric vehicle (EV) owners rely on electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) to charge their batteries efficiently. Often called charging stations…
How can hardware-in-the-loop support EV drive application testing?Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing is a sophisticated real-time simulation technique used extensively in developing and validating power electronics systems. It lets…
What are the different EV battery cell pack designs and which one is preferred?Manufacturing electric vehicle (EV) battery packs starts with the individual cells, which serve as the primary energy storage units for…
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New battery tech supports 80% longer EV lifespan and smarter chargingPULSETRAIN, a European developer of next-generation battery systems, has raised €6.1 million ($6.6 million USD) in seed financing to drive…
New EV battery supply agreement to support American productionSK On and Nissan have announced a battery supply agreement that will support Nissan’s electric vehicle (EV) production in North…
Silicon-enhanced graphite anodes lead to lower carbon emissions in EV batteriesOneD Battery Sciences has announced the completion of a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of its SINANODE silicon-anode technology applied…
Funding to accelerate production of high-energy silicon batteriesBattery technology company Coreshell announced $24M in strategic funding to scale production of its 60-Ah battery cells made with 100%…
Li-ion batteries achieve 500 cycles with 100% silicon anodeLeydenJar has successfully developed and produced lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries with a 100% silicon anode capable of delivering 500 charge-discharge cycles…
Q&A: What is the role of AI in EV battery management systems?The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has made battery management systems (BMS) more critical than ever. These systems monitor,…
How large EV battery packs can be safely recycled without disassemblyAs more electric trucks, SUVs, and sports cars are introduced to the market, the size and quantity of battery packs…
New company launches to address battery management and EV charging solutionsVesco Clean Energy LLC has officially announced its launch in the US. The newly created company specializes in battery management…
A lithium power solution that eliminates idling for heavy-duty truckingDragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., a developer of energy storage and battery technology, has launched the Battle Born DualFlow Power Pack,…
Recycled nickel cathode material advances sustainable batteriesAqua Metals, a sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling developer, has successfully produced the first-ever cathode active material (CAM) made entirely from…
New electrolyte tech enhances EV battery performance and cold-weather reliability24M Technologies announced it has expanded its portfolio of Eternalyte electrolytes that significantly improve today’s batteries’ charge rate and cold…
Advanced battery-cell assessment enables real-time visualization and analysisTDK Ventures Inc., the corporate venture capital arm of TDK Corporation, has announced its investment in Glimpse, a company developing…
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Researchers identify magnetic properties critical to advancing e-motors
Scientists have discovered the mechanisms behind the enhanced magnetic properties of a new machine-learning-identified iridium-doped iron-cobalt alloy. Why is this significant? Magnetic materials are essential to modern technology, playing a critical role in electric motors, magnetic sensors, and other devices. High-magnetization ferromagnets are particularly important for advancing next-generation spintronics and efficient motor technologies. Among these…
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New platform supports EV testing with high-performance simulation
VI-grade, a provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, has launched AutoHawk Extreme, the most advanced configuration of its XiL simulation platform to date, powered by Concurrent Real-Time technology. Designed for real-time multi-body simulations, AutoHawk Extreme delivers high-speed computational efficiency while maintaining a quiet, liquid-cooled design suitable for office environments. This system supports vehicle dynamics…
