Solid-State Batteries: The Next Big Thing in E-Mobility?

Solid-State Batteries: The Next Big Thing in E-Mobility?

Up to twice as much energy at the same size: Solid-State Batteries (SSB) are at the forefront of current research and development in the field of electric mobility. They are considered the next big thing that could significantly improve the performance, safety, and range of electric vehicles (EVs). Compared to the currently dominant lithium-ion batteries, which use a liquid or gel-like electrolyte, they offer several crucial advantages.

2024/03/18 - Solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte with a solid one. This not only allows for higher energy density but also increases safety, as the risk of leaks and the resulting fires are minimized.
There are three types of solid electrolyte system, namely oxides, sulfides, and polymer electrolyte...

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Concept clash: Which is better - a battery, a fuel cell or e-fuels?

Concept clash: Which is better - a battery, a fuel cell or e-fuels?

They each represent different approaches to sustainable mobility: battery electric vehicles (BEVs), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and e-fuels for combustion engines. DRIVEN has compared the concepts. Who’s the winner?

2024/03/15 - How do we compare the alternative drive systems?
Various criteria are relevant when it comes to evaluating alternative drive types. In view of finite resources, primary energy consumption is particularly important – this is the total amount of energy that is directly obtained and consumed from natural sources before it is converted into other forms of energy. Primary energy consumption therefore measures the energy input in its original form.

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Battery Check for More Transparency

Battery Check for More Transparency

In order to offer drivers of electric cars a simple way of assessing the state of health (SOH) of the battery over its entire service life, TÜV Rheinland is now offering a "Battery Quick Check" in collaboration with Twaice.

2024/03/15 - The condition of the battery is crucial for the resale value of an electric vehicle. Vehicle owners are therefore interested in knowing how far battery degradation has progressed, while potential buyers want to objectively and independently assess the "State Of Health". The battery in electric vehicles is a wear part that deteriorates over time, both through charging and discharging cycles and through the mere passage time. The Battery Quick Check requires that the electric vehicle be connected to...

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