ABOUT THE PROJECT

NEXT GENERATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR BATTERY SYSTEMS IN TRANSPORT ELECTRIFICATION

The battery system project

NEXTBAT aims to develop the safest, most sustainable battery system by considering electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety. This effort includes digitalizing production, reducing the carbon footprint through recyclability, and enhancing performance with advanced battery management.

NEXTBAT develops next-generation battery systems using beyond state of cells as well as novel architectures when it comes to module and pack designs including advanced sensing, cooling (liquid and immersion), Battery Management Systems (BMS) and safety measures by using a design by safe principles.

The project also introduces innovative materials and processes to improve performance, safety, and recyclability, while working towards new industry standards for the European battery sector.

CHALLENGES

PIONEERING ELECTRIFICATION: ADRESSING MARKET CHALLENGES

NEXTBAT is at the forefront of enabling the electrification of diverse mobility modes, spanning road, waterborne, airborne, and rail transport, as well as non-road mobile machinery. A key challenge is ensuring the market uptake and competitiveness of battery systems tailored to these varied applications. These battery systems must meet stringent performance criteria, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness and, specially, safety standards, which are crucial for the market uptake of batteries in transport and mobile applications.

EMPOWERING INDUSTRY GROWTH: TACKLING UPSCALING CHALLENGES

NEXTBAT is committed to supporting industrial upscaling, a crucial step in realizing the widespread adoption of electrified mobility solutions. This endeavour entails designing battery systems for manufacturability and leveraging new digital tools for system design, manufacturing, and testing. By addressing the challenges of upscaling, the project aims to facilitate the seamless integration of advanced battery technologies into mass production processes.

CHAMPIONING SUSTAINABILITY: EMBRACING CIRCULAR ECONOMY PRINCIPLES

Sustainability lies at the heart of NEXTBAT, with a dedicated commitment to advancing the establishment of a circular economy for battery systems. The project’s focus extends beyond performance and cost to encompass the entire lifecycle of batteries, from production to end-of-life management (including dismantling, recycling, reuse, and remanufacturing). By prioritizing sustainability, the aim is to minimize the environmental impact of battery production and disposal, paving the way for a more sustainable future for electrified mobility.

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How are we going to do it

In the project, two prototypes will be developed. The first prototype aims to enhance energy density in battery designs, while the second focuses on increasing power density. NEXTBAT’s goal is to analyze, integrate design features, and align them with diverse application requirements. Additionally, certified laboratories and end-users will conduct testing campaigns to establish safety guidelines and methodologies. The assessment of dismantling and reusing Battery Management System (BMS) parts will be conducted in parallel with life cycle analysis.