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Energy industry , especially those which require a lot of energy between charging .
A slightly lesser-known material called niobium has now been identified for its potential to significantly improve charge time , cycle life , energy density and safety of li-ion batteries . At Echion Technologies , we engineer a niobium-based anode material called XNO ® . Cell testing of li-ion batteries containing XNO ® has shown that niobiumbased anodes can charge as fast as LTO , last as many cycles as LTO and can be as safe as LTO . Most importantly , XNO ® cells can achieve up to 180 percent of the energy density of LTO which allows operators to access a battery that performs like LTO , but with the energy density required to electrify significantly more vehicles within fleets .
Niobium as a mineral is neither rare nor scarce , and it doesn ’ t require intensive mining practices to access it . Independent research revealed that it also has a carbon footprint 2.5 times lower than LTO at cell level , meaning industry operators can enjoy the safest , fastest charging , most environmentally friendly batteries available on the market today .
The industry has been utilizing electric vehicles within its fleets for long periods of time and deserves recognition for progressing towards achieving the required net-zero emissions by 2050 . However , by utilizing the latest battery technologies as opposed to relying upon the batteries commonly used today , the industry could simultaneously improve its productivity , reach its emissions reductions targets , and save money in the long-term . I call for the industry to pragmatically explore the benefits that new anode chemistries bring and be the first mover to trial them in operations . ■
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Benjamin Ting www . echiontech . com
Echion is the world ’ s leading supplier of niobiumbased anode materials , providing advanced technology to solve some of the biggest challenges in the space of climate change and electrification . Its product , the Echion XNO ® anode material , enables some of the world ’ s largest transportation companies to access sustainable batteries with outstanding safety , longevity , and fast-charging capability .
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