Japanese company Sanyo Chemical is preparing to release non-combustible lithium-ion batteries

The most significant drawback of all lithium-ion batteries is their propensity to catch fire, especially if the batteries are operated in particularly extreme conditions and harsh conditions.

So, according to the assurances of company representatives Sanyo Chemical, they are ready to completely eliminate this danger from new lithium-ion batteries by using plastic in the design.

So, according to the Japanese edition of Nikkei, the company will start producing new batteries in the first quarter of next year. The entire project (including the construction of a plant for the production of plastic lithium-ion batteries) is estimated at 15 billion yen (about 136 million evergreen dollars).

Who developed the technology

Manufacturing technology developed by a Tokyo startup APB, created by scientist Hideaki horie (Keio University). This is not the first ambitious project of the scientist. So he took an active part in the design of the Leaf electric car from Nissan Motor.

What is the essence of the improvements

In fact, what exactly has changed in the design of lithium-ion batteries is unknown. It is only known that the materials of the cathode and anode have been replaced with a plastic base in fireproof batteries.

As a result of this, according to company representatives, you can even pierce the battery with a nail or even drill it. Nor will the lithium ignite.

Also, such a replacement will reduce the production cost by 60% compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries.

Prospects and plans

In company Sanyo Chemical ambitious plans. So it is planned to supply plastic lithium-ion batteries to manufacturers of backup power systems at large factories and plants. By 2025, according to the development plan, the production capacity should be 1 GWh, which is approximately equal to 25,000 batteries for electric cars per year.

Conclusion

Plans are plans, but what the reality will be, only time will tell. Personally, I really want this company to release a really working device that will make our life a little more secure. And what do you think, will it be possible to see plastic lithium-ion batteries in the coming years, or is this just another zip? Write in the comments.

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