It is “eTechnology“, based on a hybrid system using traditional battery technology and ultracapacitors. This new hybrid electric battery structure would be a highly influential factor in the future adoption of electric vehicles.

In addition to its efficient charging time, another attribute of eTechnology, according to Morand, is the fact that it can also offer a much longer service life than the lithium-ion batteries traditionally used in electric vehicles.

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Morand’s Data

After testing a prototype of its eTechnology solution, the company reported that its battery specimen can be recharged to 80% in just 72 seconds, 98% in two minutes and fully recharged in 2.5 minutes.

It should be noted that, according to the organization, these reported charging times do not apply to the larger battery packs, over 100 kWh, used in the most demanding electric vehicles.

Morand explains that this technology is suited to small city cars, such as the Citroën Ami, which has a 5.5 kWh battery. Similarly, this resource could also be useful for drones and electric bicycles, which require fast response times thanks to fast charging.

Likewise, the Swiss startup reported that it has tested its eTechnology prototype for more than 50,000 charge cycles, ensuring that its innovation shows the potential required to retain energy for many more charge and discharge cycles than a traditional lithium-ion battery.

Another highlight of this development is that the technology employed works efficiently even in extreme temperatures, setting an exception to the rule that currently applies to conventional batteries used in electric vehicles.

About Morand

Morand was founded by former Formula 1 driver Benoît Morand, who played a crucial role in the development of the Hope Racing Oreco 01 Hybrid, the first hybrid prototype to start at the 24 Hours of Le Mans more than ten years ago.

Today, the company is pursuing the goal of applying energy technologies developed for motorsport to everyday solutions that contribute to the transition to clean energy.

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With the important contribution of Qualcomm, a company specialized in semiconductors for networks and communications, which also manufactures a wireless charging system for electrified cars, Renault and Google claim to present the “vehicle of the future”.

Through advanced software, the car will be based on Google’s Android Automotive operating system and will send data to the company’s cloud servers for processing.

One of the objectives of the proposal is to better understand customers’ needs, as well as to obtain more efficient and personalized services according to their requirements.

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Unprecedented Innovation

With the “Digital double” tool, Google and Renault will make available a virtual double of the vehicle, which will feature the most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning capabilities for easier integration of services in the actual vehicle and the creation of new on-board (Car service) and external services.

Both companies already assure that this new smart car will bring together the best of the automotive and digital worlds, building on the current Android Automotive operating system and Google Cloud technology to enable new on-demand services and continuous updates.

Personalized experiences include tracking driving behaviors and frequently visited destinations, as well as electric vehicle charging stations.

In addition, the collaboration will enable Renault to reduce costs, increase efficiency, flexibility and speed of development of the new cars, while also increasing value for users.

In respect of the new project, Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google stressed that cooperation with the Renault Group has improved safety and communication on the road.

He assured that this alliance will help accelerate the French manufacturer’s digital transformation by bringing together Google’s expertise in the cloud, AI and Android to deliver a safe and highly personalized experience that meets customer expectations.

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With the aim of innovating with respect to batteries and electricity storage, a group of scientists belonging to the company Influit Energy, with experience at the Illinois Institute of Technology, presented nanoelectrofuel, a flow battery system that is easily recharged and has 23% more power than conventional lithium batteries.

The innovation works by means of two chemical components that are dissolved in a liquid medium and introduced into two containers separated by a membrane that creates a flow of electric current. The difference of this new system is that the liquid works as a fuel that can be removed from the battery and replaced by a fuel that has already been charged.

Scope

According to the scientists, the system offers an energy density per volume 23% higher than lithium-ion batteries (between 350 and 550 Wh/l) and will cost half as much. But the researchers have already advanced the second generation of this platform that will provide four to five times the energy density of lithium batteries (550-750 Wh/kg) at a third of the cost.

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Influit’s chief operating officer and head of research and development, Elena Timofeeva explained that the unique high energy density liquid format of NEF flow batteries allows the same fluids to be used in different devices, which means that this, charged at the charging station from renewable energy sources or from a grid, can be used to quickly refuel vehicles, or for stationary storage and other large portable applications.

For his part, Influit Energy Co-Founder and CEO, John Katsoudas, detailed that they have created a new type of flow battery that is based on a composite material they call nanofluid in which nanoparticles are active materials for the battery.

It should be noted that this innovation has attracted particular interest from organizations in the United States. For example, NASA, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) of the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Air Force have requested Influit’s collaboration, approving millions of dollars to finance the research.

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The percentage of the world’s population with a disability can also count on technological tools, in the field of electromobility, that will help make their day-to-day lives easier.

In this sense, the giant of the automotive industry, Ford, developed a charging station for electrified cars that, through a robotic innovation, allows people with special conditions to connect their car.

How does it Work?

While it is true that complex technological mechanisms have been applied for this product, the way it is used, as explained by Ford, is quite simple. The first step is to activate the FordPass application on a mobile device or in the car, which opens a cover on the charging station; subsequently, a robotic arm extends towards the car’s charging port, guided by a small camera.

Thus, drivers, without getting out of their car, can monitor the progress through the app. When charging is complete, the arm automatically returns to the charging station.

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According to Ford of Europe Research Engineer Birger Fricke, the company is committed to ensuring freedom of movement and, at the moment, refueling or charging a vehicle can be a big problem for some drivers.

 “The robotic charging station could be an additional convenience for some people, but absolutely essential for others. In the future, refueling technology could be a fully automated process, with drivers sending autonomous vehicles to refuel without the need for a human operator,” he argued.

Ford clarified that after undergoing laboratory tests, it began real-world testing of the new robotic charging system created by the University of Dortmund, Germany, which could be installed in accessible parking spaces, parking lots or private homes.

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The elements that make up the batteries of electric vehicles are under constant study to optimize recharging processes. In this sense, an innovation was presented by the U.S. startup Enovix, which is working on a silicon anode battery design that is capable of recovering 98% of its capacity in just 10 minutes and withstand 1,000 charge and discharge cycles.

The process replaces the graphite in battery cell anodes with a 3D-molded silicon architecture. Silicon stands out as an alternative material to graphite because of its far superior energy storage potential.

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During tests carried out on June 13, Enovix announced that it had succeeded in demonstrating that its battery can be recharged to 80% in just 5.2 minutes and reach 98% in less than 10 minutes.

Innovation Details

Unlike the horizontally wound structure of a conventional lithium-ion cell, the 3D architecture allows for a reduction in the stainless steel required to apply pressure to the packaging and maintain the connection of the silicon particles. The result is a significant increase in energy density and battery life.

Enovix has also worked on the packaging process. The standard production procedure for lithium-ion batteries is replaced by an electrode winding method using patented laser design tools, which increases the speed of cell stacking and increases the capacity of the production line by 30%.

For Enovix Co-Founder, CEO and President Harrold Rust, fast charging can accelerate the mass adoption of electric vehicles. He asserts that as electric vehicle manufacturers seek batteries with longer ranges, the public and private sectors are working to increase access to a widespread and reliable fast charging network.

“We are proud to support these goals to help electrify the automotive industry and demonstrate that our batteries are an exciting option for powering long-range, fast-charging electric vehicles,” added Rust.

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On this occasion, the British company Andersen, a specialist in high-tech supply centers, built the first charger that camouflages itself in the wall. It is the A-2-I, manufactured to match the facade of any house.

To get this charger installed, customers must take a photo of the background they want to be used to make the similar design and then it is camouflaged through high-definition 4k mini-screens. Once the wallbox is installed, the image is uploaded to the Konnect+ app, activating the camouflage mode.

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According to Andersen, the technology can be turned off to enjoy the original, high-end design of the wall box. In addition, it is covered with a waterproof film to withstand different weather conditions.

The company estimates that by 2025 there will be more than 350,000 homes with this technology, due to the boom in electric mobility in the UK.

Great User Experience

For Cameron O’Flage, Andersen’s Chief Technology Officer, the brand’s mission has always been to produce “stylish” charging points that customers can customize, to match the design of their home. “With the introduction of the A-2-I to our product range, we have taken that ambition to the extreme.”

“We are proud that our chargers are now compatible with all electric vehicles on the market. They are now compatible with every house on the market,” he added.

The company reported that production of the A-2-I took two and years, and is priced at around 12 thousand euros.

Technology Variety

A charging point for EVs that combines aesthetics and technology. The prototype hides the integrated cable and enhances the charging experience for electrified car enthusiasts, with higher three-phase power levels of 22 kW and SMART controlled connectivity.

The ergonomic unit is compact in size. It is available in sustainable eco-friendly wood or stainless steel and in a wide range of colors. Each product is made to order and offers smart technology with luxury craftsmanship.

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Trimble will provide all the participating vehicles with optimal GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) positioning results. This means that all prototypes will be guided by a set of satellites to ensure maximum precision. In return, the innovative company will use the Roborace media platform to expand its global marketing strategy.

“We are excited to announce this partnership. Trimble is the market leader and has a perfect solution for us. These GNSS inertial systems will be used on all vehicles competing in the championship,” said Roborace Director, Chip Pankow.

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“We are delighted to be working with Roborace, the world’s first extreme competition of racing teams developing autonomous artificial intelligence for autonomous driving systems,” said Louis Nastro, director of terrestrial products at Trimble partner Applanix.

 “Trimble’s systems, software and solutions for positioning and guidance are designed to deliver pinpoint accuracy, efficiency and ease of use, and fit perfectly with autonomous vehicle applications such as Roborace,” he added.

Trimble’s Work

Based in Sunnyvale, California with a presence in more than 40 countries, the company was founded in 1978. It is responsible for providing on-road and off-road vehicle manufacturers with technology and engineering expertise to support and enhance driverless vehicle production and development programs. 

The systems offer a fully customizable navigation solution including field-proven hardware and software integration for highly accurate positioning and services. 

In addition, the technology enables high-accuracy 360° assessments of the environment surrounding an automobile to produce a detailed and realistic representation that is essential for vehicle autonomy success.

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For this reason, Bercella and Formula Seven have teamed up to develop an optimal and exclusive seat for the cars that make life in Formula SAE, which will have natural and environmentally friendly materials in almost all its parts, resulting in a perfect combination between comfort for the protagonists and awareness of planet Earth.

The main material for the seats is linen fiber, a composite that stands out above all for being ecological and highly resistant to ultraviolet rays. It is also capable of tolerating corrosion, as well as impacts of considerable force to become an extension of the drivers while they are inside the cars.

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This makes the work carried out by the two brands mentioned above a true gem in terms of time, since the parts provided by Formula Seven avoid the hard work for the Formula SAE engineers to focus their attention on assembling the components cars and go straight to testing, and now with the inclusion of new seats, working minutes are optimized more and more.

Benefits offered by the new Bercella and Formula Seven seat

In addition to all the aforementioned, this seat is capable of saving incredible space thanks to the linen fiber, as well as weight, an essential factor for the SAE Formula, since it only weighs just under a kilo and a half (1,450 kg). On the other hand, the resin used in the manufacture of the piece has a polyester base, this being the only non-ecological material. However, both brands confirmed that they are already working on ecological bioresins to turn this seat into a true 100% ecological work.

In this way, sustainable mobility increasingly enters competitive categories and daily life, given that the medium and long-term goal is to reduce the impact of the carbon footprint and other materials that make vehicles lethal for the planet, so much so that the International Automobile Federation (FIA) promotes this type of “green initiatives”.

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The study indicates that due to the measures that governments have taken to protect the environment, including the limitation to produce more cars with the need for fossil fuel, it is expected that by 2036 electric cars will be above the aforementioned in terms of sales.

The report explains that by the projection date there will be some 80 battery factories in the world that will have to modify their production processes in order to meet the requests. Given this, ABB suggests that automated procedures should be carried out if the conclusion predicted by the research is not to be reached.

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In addition, they propose that the centers where the batteries are assembled have a joint and strategic location, in order to implement the automation system they recommend in a feasible and efficient way.

The report’s researchers highlight the importance of the battery pack assembly being located near or within the automobile assembly facility.

Production in figures

The Asian continent is the leader in battery production at the global level with 77% of the market reaching a total of 450 GWh. Europe is its most immediate pursuer with only 13% of manufacturing and the United States closes the list with 10%.

By 2030, according to ABB and Ultima Media, Europe is expected to have a rebound in battery production to reach 33%, which would still be below the 57% that Asia will have by now.

Tanja Vainio, general manager of ABB’s automatic business line, assures that “automation is key to increase safety, quality, traceability of the assembly and to offer battery technologies in a profitable way, which is fundamental for the expansion of electric vehicles”.

“With production speed and flexibility essential to the successful scale-up of the EV battery industry, our cellular production architecture enables manufacturers to quickly validate a cell design and then roll out production cells globally with uniform quality, safety and productivity standards. Rollouts can be scaled to demand with the flexibility to adjust capacity in real time,” added Vainio.

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Regarding the reduction of the high costs that still represent the manufacture of an electric car, Vainio stressed that ABB is working in alliance with several companies “to increase productivity, quality and safety levels, as well as reduce finished pack costs through automated assembly – vital if EVs are to meet their required cost and adoption targets.”

The key point reflected in the study to conclude with the battery availability question is that in 2030 the large-scale automotive industry will multiply demand by six compared to 2020, taking into account that the report considers that 2036 will be the turning point on sales.

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The device is composed of a total mass of 1.8 kg and 273 g in batteries according to data provided by the space mission. It also has a height of 0.8 m and is capable of working between 1900 and 2800 revolutions per minute.

NASA details that one of the main characteristics of the Ingenuity is the aforementioned dimensions, since the main challenge for the engineers was to make it as light as possible.

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The scientists assured that the objective of the new flying object is only limited to experimental work, far from Perseverance, which is intended to search for signs of life beyond the earth.

 The Ingenuity made a series of flights with an average duration of 40 seconds and rose 3 meters in the air, “floated, turned and landed safely,” explained NASA, noting that this was the first controlled and powered flight on another planet.

Impressions at NASA

“It sounds simple, but there are many unknowns regarding how to fly a helicopter on Mars,” Ingenuity’s chief pilot, Havard Grip, Ingenuity’s chief pilot at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

“Every image we get of the helicopter on Mars is special to me: After all, this has never been done before,” wrote MiMi Aung, project manager for the Mars Ingenuity helicopter, of the helicopter upgrade. 

“While it’s up to others to decide the image’s historical significance of this moment, when I first saw it, I immediately thought of the picture Buzz Aldrin took of his boot print on the lunar surface. That iconic image from Apollo 11 said ‘we walked on the Moon’” he wrote.  “Ours says ‘we fly in another world.'”

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 “So far, the engineering telemetry that we have received and analyzed tells us that the flight met expectations and that our previous computer model was accurate,” said Bob Balaram, chief engineer for the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter at the Propulsion Laboratory. NASA jet in Southern California, in a statement.

The space missions agency indicated that the medium-term goal is to enable other advanced robotic flying vehicles that could be part of future robotic and human missions to Mars.

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