Solid power, a solid-state battery company, today announced a test production line for electric vehicles, which will be sent to automotive partners for testing This means that the commercialization of solid-state lithium-ion batteries has taken a solid step forward. Solid state lithium-ion batteries are expected to bring unprecedented mileage and safety to electric vehicles.
Unlike liquid batteries, solid batteries have no liquid or gel electrolyte. Their advantages are that they can provide longer endurance mileage, shorter charging time and lower fire risk than liquid batteries. These advantages have led many automobile manufacturers to invest heavily. However, solid batteries face technology and cost problems in mass production. Now solid power is expected to become a vehicle solid battery company that breaks through the restrictions.
Doug Campbell, CEO of the company, said: "we have verified that we can use the industry standard process on this very flexible, learning and main pre-test [production line ]. Now, we will enter the next stage of production.".
The appearance of this production line may mark a turning point for the battery industry in the United States. He added: "I am not very familiar with the development of battery supply in Korea and Japan, but as far as I know, this will be one of the largest all solid state production facilities in the industry.".
After several rounds of financing, the company was listed through spac in December last year. Solid power has been supported by many insiders including Ford, BMW and Hyundai. Battery manufacturer A123 systems; As well as the venture capital departments of Samsung, equinor and Koch industries.