LGES: Solid-State Batteries Still Far from Mass Production

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The commercialization of solid-state batteries appears to still face significant challenges. According to South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES), as reported by InsideEVs during a media briefing with reporters, mass production remains a key hurdle.

Robert Lee, LGES’ president for North America, stated that mass manufacturing is currently a problem. While high energy density can be achieved with small form factors, most companies struggle to produce very large formats.

Due to these challenges, solid-state batteries are expected to be commercially used first in applications outside the automotive sector. According to Lee, smartphones are likely to adopt this technology about a decade before electric vehicles do. Specialized use cases are anticipated before widespread adoption in electric cars or energy storage systems (ESS).

Meanwhile, LGES is focusing on improving existing lithium-ion batteries to continuously enhance the range and charging speed of electric vehicles. The company is also working on next-generation technologies, including advanced lithium-ion batteries and sodium-ion cells.

Devon Wilson, vice president of sales and marketing at LGES Vertech, emphasized the importance of various chemical options according to the report. He highlighted that sodium chemistry in particular is a key focus area.

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