Ricardo UK announces that it has collaborated with Ilika technologies, Centre for Process Innovation, Centre for Process Innovation, Honda R & D Europe, and University College in the UK on the PowerDrive Line project . The project has received funding from the British government's Faraday Battery Challenge: the second round of innovative research and development, funded by the British innovation agency Innovate UK.
The 30-month collaborative project will develop lithium-based solid-state Stereaxä batteries for plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles, establish a pre-test line for solid-state batteries, and develop a process for the supply chain of solid-state battery materials. This innovative solid-state battery technology will produce safer, more energy-efficient and power-dense batteries, enabling ultra-fast charging (plug-in hybrid and pure electric vehicles can be fully charged in 25 minutes).
Ricardo will design and manufacture prototype battery modules and will use its industry-leading expertise in electric vehicle battery management system (BMS) technology. Combining high processing power and control of battery modules, Ricardo's method is very suitable for evaluating new battery chemical composition. Careful monitoring and tight control of all aspects of battery cell and battery performance are necessary for effective battery development and evaluation. . In addition, Ricardo will further develop its battery management system so that it can adapt to ultra-high-speed and ultra-fast-charging solid-state lithium batteries with a charging power of 50 to 350 kilowatts.
Martin Tolliday, head of Ricardo's Passenger Vehicle and Motorcycle Marketing Division, said: "Ricardo is pleased to be working with Ilika, Centre for Process Innovation and University College London to participate in important future electric vehicle projects. Compared with electric vehicle battery technology, solid-state lithium battery technology has significant improvement potential in terms of performance and safety, its weight is lighter and its size is more compact. If the research and development is successful, the solid-state battery system will be effective for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The car market has a transformative impact, making road transport faster and more effective in reducing the carbon footprint. "