Amprius Announces Breakthrough SiCore™ Cell Chemistry to Boost Battery Performance for Electric Mobility Applications
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) has unveiled a new SiCore™ cell as part of its Silicon Anode Platform, designed for high-performance electric mobility applications. The breakthrough cell achieves an energy density of 370 Wh/kg while delivering exceptional power performance exceeding 3000 W/kg.
The cell supports high discharge rates up to 10C without cooling and 15C with active cooling, making it ideal for aviation, drones, and high-performance electric vehicles. In Q4 2024, pre-production 10Ah samples were delivered to six customers, with commercialization planned for Q1 2025.
Teledyne FLIR, a leading unmanned solutions provider, is among the customers evaluating the technology for defense, security, and industrial applications. The new cell design optimizes silicon anode composition while maintaining other performance metrics, potentially transforming the power capabilities for high-demand applications like eVTOL aircraft.
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) ha presentato una nuova cella SiCore™ come parte della sua Silicon Anode Platform, progettata per applicazioni di mobilità elettrica ad alta prestazione. La cella innovativa raggiunge una densità energetica di 370 Wh/kg offrendo prestazioni di potenza eccezionali superiori a 3000 W/kg.
La cella supporta elevate velocità di scarica fino a 10C senza raffreddamento e 15C con raffreddamento attivo, rendendola ideale per aviazione, droni e veicoli elettrici ad alte prestazioni. Nel quarto trimestre del 2024, sono stati consegnati campioni pre-produzione da 10Ah a sei clienti, con commercializzazione prevista per il primo trimestre del 2025.
Teledyne FLIR, un fornitore leader di soluzioni senza pilota, è tra i clienti che stanno valutando la tecnologia per applicazioni di difesa, sicurezza e industriali. Il nuovo design della cella ottimizza la composizione dell'anodo di silicio mantenendo altri parametri di prestazione, trasformando potenzialmente le capacità energetiche per applicazioni ad alta richiesta come gli aerei eVTOL.
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) ha anunciado una nueva celda SiCore™ como parte de su Plataforma de Ánodo de Silicio, diseñada para aplicaciones de movilidad eléctrica de alto rendimiento. La celda innovadora alcanza una densidad energética de 370 Wh/kg mientras proporciona un rendimiento de potencia excepcional que supera 3000 W/kg.
La celda admite altas tasas de descarga de hasta 10C sin enfriamiento y 15C con enfriamiento activo, lo que la hace ideal para aviación, drones y vehículos eléctricos de alto rendimiento. En el cuarto trimestre de 2024, se entregaron muestras de preproducción de 10Ah a seis clientes, con la comercialización prevista para el primer trimestre de 2025.
Teledyne FLIR, un proveedor líder de soluciones no tripuladas, se encuentra entre los clientes que evalúan la tecnología para aplicaciones de defensa, seguridad e industriales. El nuevo diseño de la celda optimiza la composición del ánodo de silicio mientras mantiene otros parámetros de rendimiento, transformando potencialmente las capacidades de energía para aplicaciones de alta demanda como las aeronaves eVTOL.
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX)는 고성능 전기 이동 수단 애플리케이션을 위해 설계된 Silicon Anode Platform의 일환으로 새로운 SiCore™ 셀을 공개했습니다. 이 혁신적인 셀은 370 Wh/kg의 에너지 밀도를 달성하며 3000 W/kg을 초과하는 뛰어난 전력 성능을 제공하고 있습니다.
셀은 냉각 없이 최대 10C의 높은 방전율과 능동 냉각 시 15C에 이르는 방전율을 지원하여 항공, 드론, 고성능 전기차에 적합합니다. 2024년 4분기에는 10Ah의 사전 생산 샘플이 6명의 고객에게 전달되었으며, 상업화는 2025년 1분기로 예정되어 있습니다.
원거리 무인 시스템의 선두 공급업체인 Teledyne FLIR는 방위, 보안 및 산업 애플리케이션을 위해 기술을 평가하고 있는 고객 중 하나입니다. 새로운 셀 디자인은 실리콘 양극의 조성을 최적화하면서 다른 성능 지표를 유지하여 eVTOL 항공기와 같은 고수요 애플리케이션의 전력 용량을 혁신적으로 변화시킬 수 있습니다.
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) a dévoilé une nouvelle cellule SiCore™ dans le cadre de sa Silicon Anode Platform, conçue pour des applications de mobilité électrique à haute performance. Cette cellule innovante atteint une densité énergétique de 370 Wh/kg tout en offrant des performances de puissance exceptionnelles dépassant 3000 W/kg.
La cellule supporte des taux de décharge élevés allant jusqu'à 10C sans refroidissement et 15C avec refroidissement actif, ce qui la rend idéale pour l'aviation, les drones et les véhicules électriques haute performance. Au quatrième trimestre 2024, des échantillons de préproduction de 10Ah ont été livrés à six clients, avec une commercialisation prévue pour le premier trimestre 2025.
Teledyne FLIR, un fournisseur de solutions sans pilote de premier plan, figure parmi les clients évaluant la technologie pour des applications en défense, sécurité et industrie. La nouvelle conception de la cellule optimise la composition de l'anode en silicium tout en maintenant d'autres paramètres de performance, transformant potentiellement les capacités énergétiques pour des applications à forte demande comme les aéronefs eVTOL.
Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) hat eine neue SiCore™-Zelle im Rahmen seiner Silicon Anode Platform vorgestellt, die für Hochleistungsanwendungen in der elektrischen Mobilität konzipiert wurde. Die bahnbrechende Zelle erreicht eine Energiedichte von 370 Wh/kg und bietet eine außergewöhnliche Leistungsfähigkeit von über 3000 W/kg.
Die Zelle unterstützt hohe Entlade-geschwindigkeiten von bis zu 10C ohne Kühlung und 15C mit aktiver Kühlung, was sie ideal für Luftfahrt, Drohnen und Hochleistungs-Elektrofahrzeuge macht. Im vierten Quartal 2024 wurden Vorserienproben mit 10Ah an sechs Kunden geliefert, die Kommerzialisierung ist für das erste Quartal 2025 geplant.
Teledyne FLIR, ein führender Anbieter von unbemannten Lösungen, gehört zu den Kunden, die die Technologie für Verteidigungs-, Sicherheits- und industrielle Anwendungen evaluieren. Das neue Zellendesign optimiert die Zusammensetzung der Siliziumanode und erhält gleichzeitig andere Leistungsmerkmale, was potenziell die Leistungsfähigkeit für anspruchsvolle Anwendungen wie eVTOL-Flugzeuge transformieren könnte.
- Achieved breakthrough energy density of 370 Wh/kg with power performance of 3000 W/kg
- Successfully delivered pre-production samples to six customers in Q4 2024
- Secured partnership with major customer Teledyne FLIR
- Planned commercialization in Q1 2025
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This breakthrough in silicon anode battery technology represents a significant technological leap. The new SiCore cell's 370 Wh/kg energy density combined with 3000 W/kg power density shatters previous power-to-energy ratio limitations. To put this in perspective, traditional lithium-ion batteries typically achieve 250-300 Wh/kg with much lower power densities.
The cell's ability to sustain 10C discharge rates without cooling and 15C with active cooling is particularly impressive - meaning it can safely deliver its full capacity in just 6 minutes while maintaining stability. This dual optimization of both energy density and power delivery addresses a critical challenge in electric mobility applications where high power is needed for acceleration/takeoff while maintaining extended range.
The silicon anode platform's commercialization timeline, with samples already delivered to customers and planned Q1 2025 production, indicates manufacturing readiness - a important factor often overlooked in battery innovations.
The implications for the eVTOL and drone markets are substantial. Current electric aircraft face a critical performance bottleneck due to the weight-power-range triangle. This new battery technology could enable:
- Extended flight times without sacrificing payload capacity
- Improved safety margins through higher power availability during critical flight phases
- Reduced battery cooling system requirements, lowering overall aircraft weight
Teledyne FLIR's involvement as an early adopter is particularly noteworthy, as they represent a significant player in the defense and security drone sector. Their validation of this technology could accelerate adoption across military and commercial aviation applications, potentially opening up new market opportunities worth billions.
From a market perspective, Amprius is strategically positioning itself at the intersection of several high-growth markets. The global eVTOL market alone is projected to reach
The timing of this announcement, coupled with planned Q1 2025 commercialization, positions Amprius to capture significant market share in the rapidly evolving electric mobility sector. The stock implications are potentially substantial, as successful commercialization could drive revenue growth and market valuation, particularly given the company's relatively modest
Designed to Transform the Future of Advanced Air Mobility, Electric Vehicles, and Drones by Offering Unmatched Energy Density at High Discharge Rates
Amprius Announces Breakthrough SiCore™ Cell Chemistry to Boost Battery Performance for Electric Mobility Applications (Graphic: Business Wire)
The new SiCore cell offers unparalleled power-to-energy capabilities for high-demand applications. With an impressive energy density of 370 Wh/kg, the SiCore cell extends runtimes while still delivering exceptional high-power performance exceeding 3000 W/kg. The cell’s advanced design supports high discharge rates of up to 10C without cooling and 15C with active cooling, ensuring quick power delivery without compromising runtime. This cutting-edge solution is expected to set new standards for applications operating in the most demanding conditions. The new SiCore cell is ideal for aviation, including drones, and high-performance electric vehicle applications that require both endurance and rapid energy delivery.
Amprius customers, such as Teledyne FLIR, a leading provider of unmanned solutions to military and public safety customers, are turning to SiCore for the new possibilities it can enable.
“Amprius’ new SiCore cell is positioned to deliver a transformative boost in power and energy for our unmanned aerial systems, extending mission durations while maintaining critical performance under demanding conditions,” said Tung Ng, Vice President, Unmanned Systems North America at Teledyne FLIR. “We are eager to evaluate how this breakthrough technology can meet the rigorous needs of our defense, security, and industrial customers, enabling longer runtimes and increasing operational flexibility.”
“This SiCore cell is a significant technical breakthrough for the industry, achieving a level of power-to-energy ratio that we believe has not been seen at such high-energy density,” said Dr. Ionel Stefan, CTO of Amprius Technologies. “By optimizing the silicon anode composition without compromising the other performance metrics of the cell, we have redefined the trade-off between power and energy. This cell is not just about performance but about creating new power possibilities for high-demand applications.”
“Amprius SiCore Platform has achieved a new performance level. With its unparalleled power-to-energy performance and adaptability across industries such as advanced air mobility, drones, electric vehicles, and light electric vehicles, the new SiCore cell offers our customers more design options and capabilities,” said Dr. Kang Sun, CEO of Amprius Technologies. “It is expected to enable our customers to achieve superior range, speed, and reliability. This advanced power delivery is especially critical for applications like eVTOL aircraft, where high power is essential for takeoff and landing, and high energy ensures extended flight times and longer ranges. Backed by our strong manufacturing partnerships and capabilities, we believe this innovation positions Amprius to meet growing market demand while driving the widespread adoption of silicon anode technology in rapidly expanding industries.”
In the fourth quarter of 2024, pre-production 10Ah samples were delivered to six of Amprius’ customers, enabling real-world testing in challenging environments. This early access ensures the SiCore cell meets industry standards ahead of its planned commercialization in the first quarter of 2025.
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About Amprius Technologies, Inc.
Amprius Technologies, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high-energy and high-power lithium-ion batteries, producing the industry’s highest-known energy density cells. The company’s commercially available SiMaxx™ batteries deliver up to 450 Wh/kg and 1,150 Wh/L, with third-party validation of 500Wh/kg and 1,300 Wh/L. Amprius expanded its product portfolio to include the SiCore™ platform in 2024, significantly enhancing its ability to serve additional customer applications. The company’s corporate headquarters is in
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