One of the research objectives within the Lithium-ion battery field is the development of new high-energy density cathode materials that do not contain cobalt. The reason to avoid cobalt is its risk of supply, as studies claim that there will not be enough cobalt before 2030 to meet the market needs. Therefore, new cobalt-free alternatives…
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The Vianode Technology Center (VTC) will develop and deliver advanced anode materials making batteries greener. Vianode, owned by Elkem, Hydro and Altor, produces advanced battery materials with a greener footprint. The opening of VTC in Kristiansand entails that Vianode will expand its R&D efforts, including a new office, laboratory and recruitment of more battery materials…
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The UK’s world-leading manufacturing industries will be boosted thanks to £211 million in new government funding for battery research and innovation. £211 million of government funding confirmed for battery research through the Faraday Battery Challenge battery industry could support 100,000 jobs by 2040 and is central to growth of key industries – such as electric…
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Volvo Cars and Northvolt to open Gothenburg R&D centre as part of SEK 30bn investment in battery development and manufacturing Volvo Cars and Northvolt will open a joint research and development (R&D) centre in Gothenburg as part of a SEK 30 billion investment in battery development and manufacturing.The R&D centre, which will become operational in…
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