Summary
- Amos Batto shared notes on Chery’s solid-state batteries
- Anwa New Energy is working on "semi-solid state" batteries with a simplified production process
- Gotion Hi-Tech is invested in Anwa New Energy, adding credibility to the batteries
- Chery’s initial energy density claim has been scaled back from 400 Wh/kg to 280 Wh/kg
- Chery’s adjusted plan suggests a real production focus, with updates on energy density and timeline
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Amos Batto, a CleanTechnica reader, shared some interesting insights on Chery’s solid-state batteries, following the news of the company developing the world’s first solid-state battery factory with 1 GWh capacity. Anwa New Energy, which Chery is collaborating with, is working on batteries that are described as “semi-solid state” and have a simplified production process that reduces energy consumption and fixed asset investment.
The fact that Gotion Hi-Tech is also invested in Anwa New Energy adds credibility to the development of these batteries. Initially, the energy density of these batteries was expected to be 340 Wh/kg, but now they are starting production at 280 kW/kg, comparable to today’s higher-end conventional NMC batteries. Chery had previously claimed to achieve an energy density of 400 Wh/kg by this year and 600 Wh/kg by 2025, but it seems they are scaling back on these claims and are now aiming to start at 280 Wh/kg.
This adjustment in Chery’s claims indicates a more realistic approach to production plans. The company was previously focused on achieving high energy densities for its solid-state batteries, but now seems to be targeting a more achievable starting point of 280 Wh/kg. This shift in energy density targets may signify a more practical and achievable timeline for the company to implement its solid-state batteries in EVs.
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In conclusion, the development of solid-state batteries by Chery and Anwa New Energy shows promise for advancing the electric vehicle industry. The simplified production process and reduced energy consumption in manufacturing these batteries could lead to more efficient and cost-effective EVs in the future. By adjusting their energy density targets, Chery may be positioning itself for more realistic production timelines. Supporting independent cleantech coverage through CleanTechnica can help drive innovation and progress in the cleantech sector.
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