October 30, 2024 / By Julia Lange
Battery Workshop im NIO House
At the battery workshop in the NIO House, we will talk about the industry's requirements for a future standard for removable battery systems for LEVs with up to 2.5 kWh capacity and together we will define the most important key data.
Standards are meant to make life easier. There are plenty of examples of how this works. From defining the interfaces for charging cables, to components in the (automotive) industry, to everyday items such as AA batteries. Standardization has many advantages, but it can also bring with it cuts and disadvantages.
In the area of removable batteries, there is a loud debate about the pros and cons of standard batteries. Some say it has many advantages, such as interchangeability and cost reduction, while others argue that it limits innovation. In order to collect and document the statements in this debate, LEVi is meeting with experts and users for the battery workshop, jointly organized with TraWeBa and NIO Germany, two top representatives of (replaceable) battery technology, on November 18 in Berlin.
Dr. Alexander Kunith
With the keynote speech by NIO Head of Planning and ex-Porsche Consulting New Mobility Manager, Dr. Alexander Kunith, we delve into the topic and expect not only exciting insights but also parallels to the LEV battery world.
With TraWeBa, another major network partner in battery technology is on board, bringing with it a great deal of expertise in technical issues.
We are looking forward to an exciting workshop on the following topics, among others:
design
The design involves important parameters for vehicle developers and users. What dimensions/shape can the battery have? How much can it weigh? How is the battery inserted and attached and what could a secure connection to the vehicle look like?
electronics
The electronics round focuses on the inner values of a battery: cells, connection technologies, circuit boards, cables and performance indicators.
Safety & Electronic Requirements
Internal safety devices must protect the battery from influences such as heat/cold, overvoltage/undervoltage, moisture, but also from application errors (battery falling down). The focus is on user safety, as well as long-term performance and sustainability.
Software & Communication
This working group deals with the topic of communication with external systems. Without such defined communication, the interchangeability of batteries cannot be guaranteed.
Re-X: What happens after application?
At the end of life (end of life < 80% SoH) of every battery, the issues of sustainability and environmental friendliness must be addressed. Re-X stands for: re-use, re-furbishing, re-manufacturing and re-cycling. Only a holistic view of all processes and easy dismantling of the battery will ensure that a future technology transformation does not generate huge amounts of electronic waste.
There are still a few places available.To register
