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Mitsui Chemicals Develops Novel Polymer Composite Electrolyte for Semi-Solid-State Batteries, Balancing High Ionic Conductivity and Mechanical Stability
Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun Japan Overview Mitsui Chemicals has developed a novel polymer composite electrolyte tailored for semi-solid-state batteries, offering a unique balance of high ionic conductivity and excellent mechanical stability. Th... -
Kureha Expands PVDF Binder Material Production Capacity for Next-Gen Batteries, Including All-Solid-State
Chemical Week Japan Overview Kureha Corporation announced plans to expand its production capacity for PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) binder materials, anticipating increased demand from the next-generation battery sector, including all-s... -
ULVAC Unveils Next-Generation Thin-Film Deposition Equipment for Mass Production of Solid Electrolytes, Addressing Key Solid-State Battery Bottlenecks
Semiconductor Engineering Japan Overview ULVAC has unveiled its latest next-generation thin-film deposition equipment specifically designed for the mass production of solid electrolytes for all-solid-state batteries. This new system prom... -
EBA Drives Solid-State Battery Safety Standards to Unlock Widespread Adoption and Trust
EU Commission Press Release Europe連合 Overview The European Battery Alliance (EBA) has initiated critical discussions to establish new standardization protocols for the safety of all-solid-state batteries. These efforts focus on develop... -
China’s BYD Establishes New Research Center to Accelerate Solid-State Battery Development for Next-Gen EVs
Caixin Global China Overview Chinese automotive giant BYD has announced the establishment of a new specialized research center dedicated to accelerating the development of solid-state battery technology. This strategic move aims to bolst... -
Samsung SDI Unveils Advanced All-Solid-State Battery Prototypes at InterBattery Europe 2026, Reaffirming Near-Term Commercialization
ETNews South Korea Overview Samsung SDI showcased its latest advancements in all-solid-state battery prototypes at InterBattery Europe 2026, emphasizing enhanced energy density and superior safety features. The company reaffirmed its str... -
Solid Power Actively Explores Licensing Agreements for its Solid Electrolyte Technology to Accelerate Commercialization
Investor Relations Update USA Overview Solid Power has indicated it is actively pursuing licensing agreements for its proprietary solid electrolyte technology with various battery manufacturers and automotive OEMs. This strategic move ai... -
Factorial Energy to Establish Solid-State Battery Pilot Production Line in US with DOE Support, Boosting Domestic Manufacturing
Department of Energy Press Release USA Overview Factorial Energy has announced plans to establish a new solid-state battery pilot production line in the United States, backed by support from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This DOE-... -
Umicore Unveils Next-Gen Cathode Materials for High-Performance Solid-State EV Batteries
Auto News Europe ベルギー Overview Materials technology group Umicore has announced a new generation of cathode active materials (CAM) specifically engineered for high-performance solid-state batteries. These novel materials address crit... -
Albemarle Invests in New Lithium Extraction Technology to Support Growing Global Battery Demand, Crucial for Solid-State Future
Mining.com USA Overview Albemarle, a leading lithium producer, announced significant investments in new lithium extraction technology to meet the escalating global demand for battery-grade lithium. While not exclusively for solid-state b...
