tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4150893479354475570.post8067015040364646698..comments2023-12-09T00:57:28.188-08:00Comments on Energy Storage Trends Blog: Argonne Making Sodium-ion Batteries Worth Their SaltDavid Pozeryckihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11187054252947939829noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4150893479354475570.post-57552441588693060522011-11-19T20:26:21.211-08:002011-11-19T20:26:21.211-08:00"After spending two years figuring out the id..."After spending two years figuring out the ideal chemistry for non-toxic batteries, Carnegie Mellon engineering professor Whitacre spun his technology into a startup company called Aquion Energy in January 2010. Pre-production of the sodium-ion batteries is expected this fall, and the production plant is on track to begin in 2013.<br /><br />In September, Aquion announced a round of $30 million in funding from Foundation Capital, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byer, Advanced Technology Ventures, and Triple Point Capital, to build its first factory. The batteries are designed for stationary applications in residential and buildings. The plan is to start with smaller installations and move into major ones.<br /><br />The anode is made of carbon, while the cathode is made from manganese oxide."<br /><br />http://peakenergy.blogspot.com/2011/11/batteries-made-of-salt-water-last-10.html<br /><br />Demonstrated 5,000 100% DoD cycles with expectations >20,000.<br /><br />Price <$200/kW.<br /><br />High tolerance to battery mismatch. <br /><br />No self discharge or problems in high heat conditions.<br /><br />Smaller and lighter than lead acid. <br /><br />100% recyclable.<br /><br />http://www.aquionenergy.com/sites/default/files/user_files/news-press/2011_esa_aquion_whitacre.pdfBob Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09823785572625960890noreply@blogger.com