Composites in Electric Vehicle Production
On the radar: Innovations in composite battery enclosures
A look at recently reported design, material and process innovations for composites-intensive battery enclosures, developed to support the ramp-up of EV and AAM vehicles.
Hannah Mason
Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Mito to introduce graphene to EV energy storage innovations
Project initiatives for a multifunctional adhesive and addressing EV battery challenges are expected to change the dynamics of energy storage adoption.
Read MoreComposites end markets: Automotive (2024)
Recent trends in automotive composites include new materials and developments for battery electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell technologies, and recycled and bio-based materials.
Read MoreSMC composites progress BinC solar electric vehicles
In an interview with one of Aptera’s co-founders, CW sheds light on the inspiration behind the crowd-funded solar electric vehicle, its body in carbon (BinC) and how composite materials are playing a role in its design.
Read MoreBcomp ampliTex makes appearance in Cupra EV Cup Bucket seats
The entire Cupra Born VZ line-up features all-natural fiber front seats that highlight functionality, aesthetics and reduced CO2 emissions.
Read MoreAptera expands presence of solar electric vehicle into UAE
The UAE will provide an ideal environment to introduce the company’s solar-powered composites-intensive BinC vehicle internationally.
Read MoreComposites end markets: Batteries and fuel cells (2024)
As the number of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles (EVs) grows, so do the opportunities for composites in battery enclosures and components for fuel cells.
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Asahi Kasei launches Lastan flame-retardant nonwoven for EV battery packs
Optimal protection against flames and particle blasts, the oxidized acrylic fiber material is suitable for various EV battery pack components to protect against thermal runaway events.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
Exel Composites supplies fiberglass profiles for Foton electric buses
Partnership with Chinese automotive manufacturer will see the implementation of pultruded profiles in various bus models, backed by weight savings, complex geometries and long life.
Read MoreAptera secures $33 million to fund initial phases of solar EV production
Community-led Accelerator Program will contribute to the procurement of low-volume tooling and the buildout of product-intent BinC, adding to $100+ million received over the last couple of years.
Read MoreComposites, resins portfolio supports EV applications, sustainability
JEC World 2024: Huntsman is sharing a new polyurethane- and epoxy-based composites portfolio aligned with the needs of the automotive sector.
Read MoreComposite current collectors to enable EV battery efficiency
Researchers at ORNL have developed a metal-free current collector using carbon fiber and nanotubes to further lightweight lithium-ion batteries and increase energy density, improving EV driving range.
Read MoreSyensqo to sponsor DS Penske Formula E team
Three-year partnership will bring high-performing polymers and composites to the forefront of electric vehicles to build on their efficiency, safety and light weight.
Read MoreSolvay releases SolvaLite grade to mitigate BEV thermal runaway
Fast-curing epoxy prepreg grade protects electric batteries from fire hazards, outperforming aluminum and discontinuous fiber composites in practical UL 2596 flammability tests.
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Composites reinvent automotive
To celebrate National Composites Week, CW shares some of the latest innovations in automotive composites, from new process technologies to novel commercial applications.
Hannah Mason
Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Envalior offers novel Tepex composite for EV battery housings
Low-thickness, recyclable thermoplastic composite passes strict thermal runaway tests for EV battery housings.
Read MoreAptera reveals first composite production parts for BinC vehicle
Pre-production efforts are underway to begin building production-intent vehicles.
Read MoreAptera joins forces with C.P.C. Group to accelerate solar EV production
Specialized composite bodies are being produced in Modena, Italy, for Aptera’s BinC vehicle, enabling eventual manufacturing ramp-up of 40 vehicles/day to meet demand targets.
Read MoreMODALT project to validate thermoplastic composite electromobility application
Zeleros, Aimplas, CMT and Ziur Composite Solutions will develop and test a high-performance energy storage module for integration into modular battery packs, contributing to transportation electrification.
Read MoreOCSiAl to construct European graphene nanotube facility in 2024
Synthesized graphene nanotubes and other nanotube derivatives at new hub in Serbia will meet customer demand for high-performance EV batteries, polymers.
Read MoreAsahi Kasei presents circular composite solutions for EV batteries
Novel thermoplastic composite materials, a bio-based and biodegradable nanofiber and a technology that chemically recycles PA66 polymers enable more circular, lightweight and connective EVs.
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AZL announces follow-up projects on electromobility casings, thermal runaway
AZL continues series of projects to develop the next generation of battery casings for electromobility, encourages interested companies to join consortias before Sept. 11th kick-off.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
HRC facilitates development of Karma Automotive ultra-luxury EV
Low-density GF-SMC decklids, fenders and headlamp brackets will be provided for the GS-6 EV model to achieve weight reduction and higher performance.
Read MoreHigh-performance fire-retardant resin series for composites
CAMX 2023: AOC’s Firepel R003 resin technology series are low viscosity, non-filled and non-halogenated polyester resins that meet the challenges of EV battery enclosures, mass transportation and architectural projects.
Read MoreSABIC launches fiber-reinforced, intumescent, fire-retardant resins
SABIC PP compound H1090 and Stamax 30YH611 resins are well suited for extruding and thermoforming large, complex EV battery pack components for automotive.
Read MoreBio-inspired EV underbody panel developed by TPI Composites, Helicoid Industries
Composite underbody panel for battery pack protection, made of stacked multiaxial noncrimp fabric, will serve high-volume commercial and automotive markets.
Read MoreAutomotive chassis components lighten up with composites
Composite and hybrid components reduce mass, increase functionality on electric and conventional passenger vehicles.
Read MoreSumitomo Bakelite Europe conference highlights importance of composites for electric mobility
Composites for Future Mobility Conference attracts more than 50 delegates from OEMs, Tier suppliers and research institutions which are finding numerous composite opportunities in electric motors, UAM.
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