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May 20, 2012 - Newsletter No. 124<br />
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Prof. Aurbach + <strong>Shmuel</strong> <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong> Batteries and Fuel Cells<br />
Seminar - San-Diego, CA, USA - 4-6/9/2012<br />
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Battery Management Considerations for Large Cell Count Systems<br />
Audi Opens EV Battery R&D Facility in Germany<br />
http://nation-e.com/ , Tel: 0041 55 410 71 55 Nation-E, sole agent of Dow-Kokam<br />
in Israel to Empower Israeli Electric network by up to 1 Giga Watt per hour; plans to turn Israel<br />
into a world-class green energy powerhouse. Nation-E and Kokam are going to open the first<br />
official cells distribution in Israel making Israel energy storage , military and homeland security<br />
components available and flexible for the local industry in Israel<br />
Second Edition of IEC 62133: The Standard for Secondary Cells and Batteries Containing Alkaline<br />
or Other Non-Acid Electrolytes is in its Final Review Cycle<br />
Lithium ion battery 'overcapacity' could arrive by 2015, would push prices way down<br />
TLI - Secondary Battery by Tadiran – The best solution for low power<br />
energy harvesting storage. Contact: http://www.tadiranbat.com/ , Mr. Koby Pinsky, pinsky@tadiranbatt.com<br />
,Tel: 972-8-944-4503<br />
Tadiran Rapid Response TRR Series batteries activate instantly - a new family of lithium thionyl<br />
chloride batteries capable of delivering high capacity and high energy density without voltage or<br />
power delay - promotional presentation on the new development will be present in the 2nd Israeli<br />
power sources conference<br />
Will LG Chem rebound with batteries?
Contour <strong>Energy</strong> can provide standard and custom high rate coin cells solutions for your advanced<br />
application. Contour <strong>Energy</strong> Systems is a leading innovator of advanced battery technologies<br />
leveraging materials, science breakthroughs and patented manufacturing processes for the<br />
development of next-generation primary and rechargeable battery systems.<br />
Contact: www.contourenergy.com Mr. Joe Carcone, joseph.carcone@contourenergy.com , Tel: 626-<br />
610-0660 ext. 203<br />
UPSP lithium battery overseas mailing ban begins May 16<br />
Infinite Power Solutions <strong>De</strong>monstrates Record-Breaking 75,000 Full Battery Cycles<br />
Epsilor-Electric Fuel <strong>Ltd</strong>. – a world class manufacturer of batteries and<br />
chargers for the military, aerospace, medical and industrial markets. Epsilor is pleased to<br />
announce the release of a new website with updated information on products and<br />
services.Contact:http://www.epsilor.com , Mr. Yuval Nir, yuval.n@electric-fuel.com, Tel: 972-8-<br />
6556280, 972-2-9906666<br />
Oxis <strong>Energy</strong> and Lithium Sulfur Batteries<br />
A123 expects Q1 loss of $125M on revenues of $10.9M<br />
The SGS worldwide network of laboratories offers global testing services for<br />
lithium batteries in automotive, commercial, consumer and medical use according to IEC 62133,<br />
ISO 12405, UL 1624, UL 2054, UN 38.3 and UN 3840 up to 1000V, 600A, 40kWh including<br />
environmental simulation. For more information visit: www.sgs.com/emob or<br />
www.sgs.com/batterytesting. For inquires contact: battery@sgs.com<br />
Engineers develop novel system for producing conductive films<br />
Nickel-zinc (NiZn) is extremely safe and environmentally friendly battery chemistry. In micro hybrid<br />
applications, NiZn batteries are up to 65% lighter and offer greater than 2X energy density<br />
compared to lead acid.<br />
Sustained high charge acceptance, enhanced cold and high temperature performance and over 3X<br />
cycle life makes NiZn an ideal single battery solution for micro hybrids.<br />
Contact: http://www.powergenix.com/ , Mr. Salil Soman, salil.soman@powergenix.com , Tel: 858-<br />
652-3231<br />
Sodium batteries an alternative to lithium-ion batteries?<br />
Highpower International Announces Contract With a Global Sportswear Company<br />
Accutronics is the United Kingdom’s leading battery design, development and manufacturing<br />
company for high-performance portable and handheld electronic devices, specialising in the<br />
development and manufacture of 'smart batteries'. Accutronics has over 40 years’ experience in<br />
battery design and manufacture. We serve OEMs worldwide in medical, military, industrial and<br />
portable electronics markets creating high quality battery solutions to satisfy the most demanding<br />
application requirements. Contact Michele Windsor (Direct Sales & Marketing Manager) on +44 1782<br />
566688, email sales@accutronics.co.uk or visit www.accutronics.co.uk<br />
Battery Materials News<br />
New standard for AC chargers in Japan - Electric Japan Weekly No42<br />
Targray Technology offers cutting-edge materials to Lithium-ion cell<br />
manufacturers. Our high-performance materials are optimized to satisfy key parameters of power,<br />
energy density and lifetime for manufacturers that provide solutions to the xEV, <strong>Energy</strong> Storage,<br />
<strong>De</strong>fense and Mobile Power markets. Maximize your quality and reliability for Raw Lithium, Anode &<br />
Cathode Active Materials, Electrolyte, Separators, Binders, Foils, Laminate Pouches/Film and<br />
Prismatic Cans. Visit us at our website Targray Lithium ion Battery Materials<br />
Dow <strong>Energy</strong> Materials showcases current Li-ion cathode, anode and electrolyte<br />
systems at EVS26; layered-layered NMC cathode and Si anode materials under
development<br />
RPT-BAY STREET-Will graphite go the way of rare earth?<br />
Southwest Research Institute® (SwRI®) kicked off the <strong>Energy</strong> Storage System Evaluation and Safety<br />
(EssEs) Consortium on May 24, 2011 with members from OEMs to battery manufacturers. EssEs is<br />
benchmarking eight large format Li-Ion cells to generate comprehensive data on performance, abuse,<br />
life cycle and manufacturing tests. For information about EssEs consortium please contact Bapi<br />
Surampudi at (210)-522-3278 or bsurampudi@swri.org, http://www.esses.swri.org<br />
New nanostructure for batteries keeps going and going<br />
Focus Metals and Hydro-Quebec's IREQ Sign Graphite Purification Technology<br />
Agreement and Anode Production Agreement for Li-Ion Batteries<br />
Double-walled silicon nanotube anode for Li-ion batteries shows long cycle life<br />
Prayon obtains worldwide sublicense for lithium iron phosphate battery material<br />
x-EV News<br />
Fisker Automotive Ranks No.2 in Dutch Luxury Vehicle Sales<br />
Audi inaugurates high-voltage battery project house; Panasonic supplying cells<br />
The Renault Foundation launches first professional “electric vehicle and electromobility”<br />
diploma<br />
Iran, China to make electric cars<br />
smart launching escooter in 2014<br />
Tesla says new electric powertrain deal with Daimler will exceed in value sum of all its<br />
prior powertrain agreements<br />
Aptera is back, with resurrection of the three wheel electric vehicle planned by<br />
Zaptera<br />
Toyota Prius Plug-In third fastest-selling car in America<br />
Tesla Model S may come early with more range than promised: 320 miles!<br />
Odd little Mia Electric signs up for French car-sharing duty<br />
Audi introduces sport e-bike concept at Wörthersee<br />
Chargers & Battery Management Systems News<br />
Faster chargers for electric vehicles to be built in New Berlin<br />
Electric vehicle charging gets a jolt with a $47.5M investment<br />
Leviton launches 40A Level 2 charging station<br />
Experience BatteryMan's iBM inside at the AABC Europe 2012:<br />
The cell-integrated Battery Management System with power line communication saves all harness and<br />
cabling. We say NO to additional data lines. Reduce your BMS cost significantly and get the highest<br />
flexibility with this Plug & Play BMS for all battery pack variations and modifications. Join BatteryMan<br />
@ AABC Europe 2012: Mainz, June 18-22, 2012, Contact: Cornelius Geiger cornelius.geiger@batteryman.de<br />
Schneider Electric introduces DC Quick Charger in US<br />
<strong>De</strong>lphi to Showcase EV/HEV Products at EVS26<br />
Townsend-AllCell JV to commercialize battery passive thermal management<br />
technology
Teardown reveals Chevy Volt's electronic battery secrets<br />
Testing Equipment News<br />
Arbin Instruments is one of the fastest growing manufacturers of energy-related testing equipment.<br />
We offer standard and customized testing solutions for a wide variety of energy-storage devices such<br />
as batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells. Contact: www.arbin.com , Mr. Antony<br />
Parulian, antony.p@arbin.com Tel: +1-979-690-2751<br />
For sales in Israel please contact <strong>Shmuel</strong> <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong>, shmueld33@gmail.com<br />
As demands on battery performance increase, so do demands on the<br />
systems designed to test them. Gamry appreciates the challenge and is equipped today to test the<br />
power systems of tomorrow. Contact: www.Gamry.com, Mr. Burak Ulgut, bulgut@gamry.com , Tel: 1-<br />
877-367-4267 For sales in Israel please contact <strong>Shmuel</strong> <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong>, shmueld33@gmail.com<br />
TDI Introduces A New 4.1kW, 28V Liquid Cooled DC-DC Converter<br />
http://www.tdipower.com/PDF/pr/4_1kW_28VLiquidCooledDC_DCConverter.pdfHackettstown, NJ –<br />
October 20, 2010, Contact: http://www.tdipower.com/ , Contact: Ms. Heather Maguire,<br />
heather.maguire@tdipower.com , Tel: 908-850-5088<br />
MTI Corporation provides total solution<br />
for Li-ion Battery/Super Capacitors research to make various batteries, including coin cell, pouch cell<br />
and cylinder cell, from chemicals & consumables to battery testing system. We are not only supply<br />
good quality equipment, but also knowledge how to make battery. If you need any equipment of<br />
battery research, please visit www.mtixtl.com and email/call us at info@mtixtl.com or 1-888-525-3070.<br />
www.batterymetric.com Battery Metric battery high performance analyzers with<br />
a charge and discharge capabilities in a cost of $698 - $1998(current and voltage ranges of +/- 10A, 0-<br />
60V). For sales please contact <strong>Shmuel</strong> <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong>, shmueld33@gmail.com<br />
Grid <strong>Energy</strong> Storage News<br />
Balqon’s battery storage system powers up University of California, Riverside building<br />
Hydro-Québec launches experimental project on plug-in vehicles and the power system<br />
16 lithium-battery and smart-meter stocks to watch<br />
Fuel Cells and Metal Air systems News<br />
Event Report: 18th Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells<br />
Alchemy Research developed an innovative method of energy storage and conversion<br />
that is applicable for powering EV's. The method employs aluminum as an energy<br />
carrier, namely "a fuel". Using a proprietary process, aluminum chemical energy is<br />
converted to hydrogen and heat, in turn providing a useful power source. The<br />
conversion process is cost efficient, safe, and non-polluting. (www.alcres.com)
Anglo American Platinum Unveils Fuel Cell Locomotive for Mining Operations<br />
New Analyst View from Fuel Cell Today: Waste to <strong>Energy</strong><br />
Acta to Supply Electrolyser Technology for Consumer Fuel Cell Applications<br />
ReliOn and Hy9 Collaborating on Integrated Methanol Fuel Processor for Fuel Cell<br />
Products<br />
FuelCell <strong>Energy</strong> Accelerates South Korean Order, 4.2 MW Shipping per Month from July<br />
Ceramic Fuel Cells BlueGen Unit Used in German Virtual Power Plant Project<br />
BNL Researchers develop low-cost, efficient, non-noble metal electrocatalyst to<br />
produce hydrogen from water<br />
Ballard and Anglo American Platinum partner on a range of fuel cell applications in<br />
South Africa<br />
Vision Industries receives $27M purchase order for 100 hydrogen fuel cell plug-in<br />
hybrid Class 8 Trucks<br />
Hydrogen-Powered Buses Take HyRoad In California<br />
Solid oxide fuel cells project, SOFC20, uses world’s largest Powder Metallurgy<br />
interconnects<br />
DOE: nearly 1,200 fuel cells have been deployed through the Recovery Act<br />
DOE issues RFI for hydrogen storage targets for early market applications<br />
Ultra Capacitors & Flywheels News<br />
Flywheel <strong>Energy</strong> Storage – A UPS Battery’s Best Friend<br />
Audi R18 e-tron quattro with Williams Hybrid Power electric flywheel system makes strong debut<br />
Artemis, Ricardo and Bombardier collaborating on rail brake energy recovery project; Digital<br />
Displacement hydraulic pump-motor and flywheel energy storage<br />
Electrochemical Double Layer Capacitors: Supercapacitors 2013-2023<br />
Ioxus Appoints Nick Cataldo Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing<br />
Business Opportunities<br />
H4 is an early stage company developing two original applications: Use of direct sun<br />
light for H2 electrolysis, decreasing the required voltage and power; A cell design that<br />
provides both 30% higher power density and fuel efficiency for room-temperature<br />
PEM fuel cells (DMFC and Hydrogen FC).<br />
Contact: Dr. Uriel Halavee, uri.h@auriga.co.il, Tel: 972-544-717818<br />
Upcoming Events<br />
Would you like to meet, invest or cooperate with the Israeli Electrochemical and EV industries? Join us<br />
at the “EV & <strong>Energy</strong> Storage, Oil-Free B2B Initiatives” event - 30/5/2012, Herzelia, Israel.The event is<br />
part of the 2nd Israeli Power Sources Conference - 30-31/5/2012, Herzelia, Israel.<br />
The Batteries, Fuel Cells & EV Seminar is presented by <strong>Shmuel</strong> <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong> <strong>Energy</strong>, <strong>Ltd</strong>. Topics include:<br />
Battery characteristics, Primary cells & batteries, Rechargeable cells & batteries, Battery chargers,
Thermal & Reserve batteries, Battery design processes, Battery design optimization using the <strong>Energy</strong><br />
Sources Database, Battery resistance welding, Battery safety, Battery air transportation, Battery<br />
disposal, the “Smart Battery”, Battery testing systems, Battery holders, Fuel cells, Fuel cells testing<br />
systems, EV Batteries, EV Fuel Cells, EV Metal Air Systems, Battery SWAP, EV Battery Chargers.<br />
Registration is open for all seminars Seminars Web Site<br />
Schedule Location Local Partner Program Contact <strong>De</strong>tails for Registration<br />
11-12/7/2012 Israel (Hebrew)<br />
Program<br />
Agenda<br />
4-6/9/2012 San-Diego, USA (English) PlugVolt Program<br />
23/10/2012 Nice, France (English) Avicenne<br />
Program<br />
Agenda<br />
Mrs. Sigalit <strong>De</strong>-<strong>Leon</strong><br />
sigalit@sdle.co.il<br />
Mrs. JC Soman<br />
juratesoman@plugvolt.com<br />
Mrs. Sonja Jouneau<br />
sjouneau@lepublicsysteme.fr<br />
The 2012 Conference on air and land jointness, May<br />
21-24, 2012 at the Beit HaTotchan memorial site in Zichron Ya'acov, Israel.<br />
For more information http://www.israeldefense.co.il/?dbsAuthToken=%7b0652578A-1146-47EF-ABD0-<br />
DC471CCDA544%7d&CategoryID=576&rnd=3351196<br />
From HiTech to Smart <strong>Energy</strong> Seminar - New Opportunities for ICT Companies in the in the Smart<br />
<strong>Energy</strong> Field, May 28th, Crown Plaza Hotel, Tel-Aviv, Israel http://www.nakitech.co.il/#!seminar<br />
The 45th Power Sources Conference, Bally's Las Vegas Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, June 11-14, 2012.<br />
The meeting will focus on energy generation and storage technology (largely, but not exclusively,<br />
electrochemical), which is of interest to the DoD, other Government agencies, and to the civilian<br />
marketplace. The orientation will be toward devices, in addition to contributions on prototype<br />
development, manufacturing technology, device and systems engineering, and economic and<br />
environmental considerations. http://www.powersourcesconference.com/<br />
For information on exhibiting or attending, please email mklein@pcm411.com. For information on<br />
attending, please email gnatera@pcm411.com<br />
Join AABC Europe 2012 where the industry’s leading players will explore energy storage technologies<br />
under development to capture the expanding European battery/EC Capacitor market for automotive<br />
and related applications. http://www.advancedautobat.com/conferences/automotive-batteryconference-Europe-2012/index.html<br />
Grid-Scale <strong>Energy</strong> Storage, 25th -26th June, 2012, London, UK<br />
For more information visit http://www.smi-online.co.uk/gridscaleenergystorage20.asp<br />
Book before 16th March for £300 early bird discount.<br />
As renewable sources become an increasing part of the electricity supply landscape, development of<br />
storage technologies is soaring. These applications will drive a total worldwide investment of over<br />
$122 billion in energy storage projects during the period between 2011 and 2021.<br />
10th European SOFC Cell Forum 2012, Lucerne, Switzerland. Chairwoman Dr. Florence Lefebvre-Joud,<br />
CEA Grenoble, France.<br />
280 Scientific Papers focusing on SOFC on Solid Oxide Electrolysers People from 40 Nations<br />
attending 30 Exhibitors, from R&D to components to systems. www.efcf.com
The 13th Ulm ElectroChemical Talks (UECT) conference will be held from July 3rd to July 5th 2012 in<br />
Ulm, Germany. The topic is “Advanced Technologies for E-Mobility and <strong>Energy</strong> Storage”. International<br />
experts from industrie and science will present their latest results in technologies and applications.<br />
For the complete program and for more information please see also our homepage http://www.uect.de<br />
18th–20th , July, 2012, Boston, MA, USA<br />
Small Fuel Cells- Hybrid SMALL FUEL CELLS meeting series is the primary source of information for<br />
end-users, developers and manufacturers of portable fuel cell powered devices. With an impressive<br />
lineup of speakers from around the world, and industry leaders exhibiting the latest technologies, this<br />
year's symposium is not to be missed.<br />
Next Generation Batteries- Breakthroughs in new battery chemistries, novel electrode and electrolyte<br />
materials, system integration for a vast array of mobile, portable and stationary applications, from<br />
micro medical devices to high-energy/high-power automotive, have paved the roadmap for an<br />
emerging market with unlimited potential. Will lithium-ion batteries deliver on the promises of power,<br />
energy, cost and safety, or does the future lay elsewhere?<br />
http://www.knowledgefoundation.com/indexkf.php%20http://<br />
Batteries 2012, 24-26, October 2012, Nice, France<br />
Contact: Mrs. Sonia Jouneau TEL: +33 1 41 34 21 75, sjouneau@le-public-systeme.fr<br />
Batteries 2012 will include 3 days of technical sessions with 60 high level speakers and a 2000 m²<br />
exhibit area with business meetings/networking sessions.<br />
New in 2012, participate to the CREATIVITY SEMINARS !<br />
More infos on our website : http://www.batteriesevent.com/<br />
The Battery Show, 13-15, November 2012, Novi,<br />
<strong>De</strong>troit, Michigan, USA. The Battery Show is providing a global platform to showcase the advances in<br />
large scale advanced batteries for electric vehicles, grid support and alternative energy enhancement.<br />
The FREE to attend expo will highlight innovation right across the supply chain, The Battery Show<br />
trade show & conference will showcase developments in raw materials right through to battery pack<br />
systems, demonstrating each crucial element in improving battery performance, safety and cost. The<br />
Battery Show website, Exhibitor List, For more information contact: Mr. Adam Moore TEL: +44 1306<br />
871304, Adam.Moore@smartershows.com<br />
PlugVolt, LLC offers interactive professional webinars focusing on core technical<br />
issues and commercial aspects, as well as market forecasts, for batteries and energy storage systems.<br />
The online webinars offer several unparalleled aspects of low cost, convenience, flexibility,<br />
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Visit www.plugvolt.com for information on upcoming webinars, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or<br />
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