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Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Tech company unveils new technology that could soon find its way into EVs and drones — here are the details
A groundbreaking innovation in battery technology could help electric vehicles charge faster, last longer, and become lighter, making the switch from gas-powered vehicles easier than ever. Japanese chemical manufacturer Zeon Corporation and Taiwanese materials company Sino Applied Technology have teamed up to develop a powerful conductive paste made from single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs), according to Interesting Engineering. This nanomaterial, known for its incredible electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and chemical stability, can significantly enhance lithium-ion battery performance in EVs and beyond, while keeping battery packs lighter and more compact. The paste addresses one of the EV industry's most pressing challenges: improving battery capacity and lifespan without adding bulk or weight. With long charging times and limited driving range posing barriers for many drivers who are considering the switch to an EV, this innovation could help ease those concerns while benefiting the planet and its climate. The collaboration includes a $20 million investment from Zeon to scale SiAT's production of SWCNT pastes. With demand for lithium-ion batteries expected to rise by more than 30% annually and reach 4.7 gigawatt hours by 2030, according to McKinsey, new materials like this paste are critical for powering the future of clean mobility and energy storage. Zeon first cracked the code for producing SWCNTs in 2015 with its proprietary "Super Growth" process, which yields highly pure, high-surface-area nanotubes. However, uniformly dispersing those nanotubes into a usable form has been a longstanding roadblock. SiAT, leveraging more than two decades of nanomaterial expertise, developed a method to blend them evenly into conductive pastes, solving one of the key hurdles in battery manufacturing. The pastes, one water-based and one N-Methyl-s-pyrrolidone-based, have shown promising results in battery testing, boosting both output and longevity. If you were going to purchase an EV, which of these factors would be most important to you? Cost Battery range Power and speed The way it looks Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. With production expected to scale to 25,000 tons annually by 2030, this breakthrough could soon find its way into everyday EVs, drones, and large-scale storage systems. These technological advancements not only make EVs more appealing to consumers but also support broader climate goals. By reducing dependence on internal combustion engines and enabling faster EV adoption, they help decrease pollution that warms the planet and harms public health. Pairing EVs with home solar setups can make them even cleaner and more affordable by slashing charging costs. For those considering the switch, EnergySage offers a simple way to compare solar quotes and start saving. From smaller energy bills to a healthier environment, carbon nanotube technology can supercharge the next phase of our transition to a greener planet. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Business Wire
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Zeon and Sino Applied Technology Join Hands to Expand Single-Walled Carbon Nanotube Conductive Paste Product Line and Promote the Application of Next-Generation Lithium Batteries in Electric Vehicles
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zeon Corporation (Zeon) and Sino Applied Technology (SiAT) are thrilled to announce the signing of a strategic partnership in Taoyuan, Taiwan. As part of this collaboration, Zeon will lead a $20 million USD Series C fundraising round in SiAT to support the expansion of its production capacity for single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) conductive paste, a critical nanomaterial for next-generation battery technologies. Zeon and Sino Applied Technology join hands to expand single-walled carbon nanotube conductive paste product line and promote the application of next-generation lithium batteries in electric vehicles Share The global demand for lithium-ion batteries is surging across consumer applications—such as electric vehicles, drones, and EVTOL aircraft—as well as industrial sectors, including AI server BBUs, renewable energy ESS, and automated robotics. This growth has intensified the need for SWCNTs, which can significantly enhance battery energy density and cycle life. Unlike traditional conductive agents like carbon black or multi-walled carbon nanotube slurries, SWCNT conductive paste offers superior electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and chemical stability, making it increasingly vital for advanced battery formulations. Mass production of SWCNT powder presents significant challenges due to the high-temperature chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process, which requires precise control of catalysts and reaction conditions to achieve both high yield and high purity. Zeon is the first company globally to achieve mass production of SWCNTs in 2015. Utilizing its proprietary Super Growth technology, Zeon produces ZEONANO®, SWCNT product characterized by high aspect ratio, high purity, and large surface area. Another key challenge in SWCNT adoption is dispersion. SWCNTs tend to bundle and exhibit poor dispersibility in both aqueous and non-aqueous media, complicating their uniform integration into electrode slurries during battery manufacturing. SiAT team, with over 20 years of expertise in battery nanomaterials, brings proprietary know-how to this partnership, enabling the even dispersion of SWCNTs into stable conductive paste product tailored for battery electrodes. Since 2024, Zeon and SiAT have successfully collaborated to introduce well-dispersed SWCNT conductive pastes—LSC2102 (NMP-based) and LSC1101 (water-based). These products have undergone rigorous evaluation by battery manufacturers, demonstrating that incorporating a very small amount of SWCNTs into lithium battery cathodes and anodes can enhance energy output and cycle life, which is particularly critical for silicon anodes and other high-capacity, high-rate performance applications. Zeon is the lead investor in SiAT's $20 million Series C funding round, joined by other prominent Taiwanese venture partners. With this funding, SiAT aims to scale its annual conductive paste production capacity to 25,000 tons by 2030. Concurrently, Zeon will fulfill its role as the primary supplier to SiAT. Beyond battery applications, SWCNTs hold transformative potential across multiple industries, including metal, rubber, and plastic composites, semiconductors, and more. Their unique properties enable innovations in high-conductivity functional rubber, high-thermal-conductivity materials, structural reinforcements, and high-performance membranes. SiAT will continue working alongside Zeon to expand SWCNT applications across industries. Through Zeon's world-leading innovations and SiAT's industry expertise, the partnership aims to contribute to environmental sustainability and technological progress for global green transition. About Zeon Zeon (Zeon Corporation, TYO:4205) is a world leader in specialty elastomers, polymers, and specialty chemicals. With over 75 years in business and consolidated sales of over U.S. $2.5 billion, Zeon has both the experience and the expertise in C4 and C5 chemistry to offer a wide range of products. Zeon Corporation employs over 4,000 people worldwide, with global headquarters in Tokyo and regional headquarters in the United States, Singapore, and Germany. About SiAT SiAT (Sino Applied Technology) is a Taiwan manufacturer of advanced nanomaterials for next-generation batteries. Established in 2018, SiAT's core mission is to accelerate green transition by increasing battery performance through its innovative nanomaterials. SiAT owns several US & Europe patents in nanomaterial production. SiAT is scaling its technology at its manufacturing facility in Taiwan, and now offers innovative products including CNT conductive paste, LMFP paste, CNT-coated aluminum foil and nano silicon anode.
