Solidstate

The electric Nissan GT-R we’ve been waiting for may arrive by the end of the decade. Nissan said the 1,300 hp Hyper Force EV concept “gives a glimpse” of what the next electric GT-R could be. Nissan unveiled the Hyper Force EV concept at the Japan Mobility Show in October. The futuristic-looking electric supercar is designed for racing enthusiasts and those craving the adrenaline rush of a racetrack. Powered by an all-solid-state battery, Nissan claims the Hyper Force can produce up to 1,341…

One year after initial deliveries of solid-state battery prototypes to its automotive partners, QuantumScape is receiving additional praise from PowerCo – the battery-centric subsidiary of Volkswagen Group – for the potential of its technology. PowerCo recently completed an endurance test with QuantumScape’s solid-state cells and determined they can someday power EVs that can drive 500,000 kilometers with virtually no loss of range. QuantumScape ($QS) is an advanced battery technology company that…

UCLA researchers have unveiled a novel solid-state thermal transistor that effectively controls semiconductor heat movement using an electric field, marking a significant advancement in computer chip heat management and potential applications in understanding human body heat regulation. Illustration of a UCLA-developed solid-state thermal transistor using an electric field to control heat movement. Credit: H-Lab/UCLAA new electronic device precisely and rapidly controls the switching on and off of heat.A team of…

Days after Chinese automaker NIO showcased the massive range potential of its incoming 150 kWh solid-state batteries, their manufacturer, WeLion, shared some insight on when consumers can expect to see the technology roll out in mass quantities. This could herald a new era of EV mobility of safer cars that charge faster and drive farther. Solid-state batteries remain the holy grail for OEMs as their non-volatile, lightweight, and energy-dense properties offer the performance spec consumers have…

The image conceptualizes the processing, structure and mechanical behavior of glassy ion conductors for solid state lithium batteries. Credit: Adam Malin/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy When electricity flows through a battery, the materials inside it gradually wear down. The physical forces of stress and strain also play a role in this process, but their exact effects on the battery’s performance and lifespan are not completely known. A team led by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory…

Samsung may bring solid-state batteries, often touted as “dream batteries,” to the market by 2027. Its battery development and manufacturing division, called Samsung SDI, has reportedly formed an internal team to accelerate the commercialization of the new type of battery. The Korean firm has already finalized its manufacturing strategies and set up a test production line. Samsung is gearing up to commercialize solid-state batteries The all-solid-state battery (ASB) technology will bring several advancements to the…

After unveiling plans for breakthrough solid-state EV batteries, promising unrealistic long-range capabilities, it seems Toyota’s tech will be in short supply. Toyota presented its battery roadmap in June at a tech briefing as it looks to secure its spot in the industry’s future. The plans include two next-gen EV batteries, a performance and popularized version. Toyota said the performance battery, due out in 2026, will power its next-gen EV with 1,000 km (620 mi) CLTC range. The…

As fast as the world of audio is developing, all of our headphones still use physical amplifiers to generate sound which is then pushed against a diaphragm and into our ears. This approach traces its beginnings to over 100 years ago but today xMEMS Labs is offering an alternative with their Cypress ultrasonic solid-state speaker for TWS earbuds. These speakers ditch the physical amplifiers and instead rely on ultrasonic sound pulses which are normally imperceptible to human hearing. The key development made by xMEMS…

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking method of storing and handling valuable biological materials that removes the limitations of refrigerated storage. The novel method has potential applications in healthcare and scientific research.Biological materials that come from human cells, like enzymes, mRNA, proteins, and antibodies, are crucial to developing new medicines and diagnostic tests. And they’re fragile. Extremely temperature-sensitive, they require a constant ambient temperature during storage, handling, and…

The Nissan Yokohama plant is not only the automaker’s oldest factory but also the first mass-production plant in Japan. Nissan’s decision to transition the plant to build solid-state EV batteries is symbolic of the industry’s transition to electric cars. Nissan Yokohama plant to build solid-state EV batteries After announcing its Yokohama Plant made its 40 millionth engine this past month, Nissan is taking the facility in a new direction. Since launching the all-electric Nissan LEAF in…