From Torque News.
In this exciting video, we delve into Porsche’s ambitious plans to revolutionize electric vehicle (EV) range and charging capabilities. Buckle up as we explore the cutting-edge developments and future prospects of Porsche’s EV technology!
Porsche aims to surpass the 807-mile (1,300 km) range threshold for their electric vehicles in the near future, without relying on solid-state batteries, a technology the company is actively developing. How do they plan to achieve this impressive milestone? By optimizing the EV’s anode.
Currently employing graphite as the active anode material, Porsche is now delving into the potential of silicon anodes. With up to 10 times more storage capacity, these silicon anodes could enable fast-charging capabilities, allowing EVs to reach 5% to 80% charge in under 15 minutes.
Despite the advantages, there is a challenge with silicon anodes – they expand by 300% upon lithium absorption, which can affect the battery’s lifespan. Porsche is tackling this hurdle by developing anodes composed of up to 80% silicon. Moreover, they are intensively researching ways to increase the proportion of nickel in the cathode to enhance charging capacities.
Renowned experts in the field share their insights. Professor Maximilian Fichtner, director of the Helmholtz Institute Ulm and Head of the Energy Storage Systems research unit at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, envisions a near future where new anode chemistry and compact cell packaging could achieve the remarkable 1,300 km (807 miles) range.
But that’s not all! Dr. Falko Schappacher, the commercial and technical director of MEET Battery Research Center at the University of Munster, believes that premium vehicles could witness a 30% to 50% range increase in the coming years.
While Porsche is investing heavily in solid-state battery technology, they also shed light on the challenges it presents. Solid-state batteries are expected to offer 50% higher energy density and drastically reduced charging times. However, this will necessitate the development of more powerful charging stations and active cooling for charging sockets, enabling reliable charging capacities exceeding 500 kW.
Join us as we explore Porsche’s remarkable journey toward a new era of electric mobility, where extended ranges and faster charging times redefine what’s possible for the EV industry. Don’t miss out on the electrifying advancements that will shape the future of transportation!
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This is Armen Hareyan from Torque News. Please follow us at https://twitter.com/torquenewsauto on Twitter and https://www.torquenews.com/ for daily automotive news.
Reference
Carscoop https://www.carscoops.com/2023/05/porsche-sees-evs-with-over-807-miles-of-range-in-the-near-future/
Torque News Porsche https://www.torquenews.com/video/porsche-expects-produce-electric-vehicles-over-800-miles-range
