In Pictures: Clarios, Altris and InoBat Move Sodium-Ion Batteries Toward Pilot-Scale Production

Sodium-ion technology is being positioned for low-voltage applications such as drones and portable power systems.

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The partners see pilot-scale sodium-ion production supporting everyday urban mobility and residential energy needs.

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High-power sodium-ion cells could serve electric two-wheelers and other light electric vehicles.

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Validation results pave the way for small-series manufacturing of sodium-ion cells.

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Industrial facilities like these will host the pilot lines needed to scale sodium-ion output.

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Clarios, Altris and InoBat say the completed validation phase supports the shift from R&D to production.

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Scaling sodium-ion batteries could reduce reliance on critical raw materials used in lithium-ion cells.

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Low-voltage sodium-ion batteries are being tailored for vehicles and high-power applications.

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Cold-cranking performance confirmed to –40°C makes sodium-ion a candidate for electrified transport in harsh climates.

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