EHang and Inx Achieve Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Technology: EH216-S Completes World’s First eVTOL Solid-State Battery Flight Test
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH) announced a breakthrough in solid-state battery technology for its EH216-S eVTOL aircraft, developed in collaboration with Inx Energy Technology. The aircraft completed a 48-minute continuous flight test, marking the first pilotless passenger-carrying eVTOL to fly with a solid-state battery. The new battery technology improves flight endurance by 60%-90% with an energy density of 480Wh/kg. The battery features enhanced thermal stability, reduced flammability, and improved maintenance-free qualities. EHang aims to achieve large-scale production of certified solid-state batteries for the EH216-S by the end of 2025, with plans to extend flight time to 60 minutes.
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH) ha annunciato un progresso straordinario nella tecnologia delle batterie a stato solido per il suo EH216-S eVTOL, sviluppato in collaborazione con Inx Energy Technology. L'aeromobile ha completato un test di volo continuo di 48 minuti, segnando il primo eVTOL passeggero senza pilota a volare con una batteria a stato solido. La nuova tecnologia delle batterie migliora l'autonomia di volo dal 60% al 90% con una densità energetica di 480Wh/kg. La batteria presenta una stabilità termica migliorata, ridotta infiammabilità e qualità che non richiedono manutenzione. EHang mira a raggiungere una produzione su larga scala di batterie a stato solido certificate per l'EH216-S entro la fine del 2025, con l'intenzione di estendere il tempo di volo a 60 minuti.
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH) anunció un avance revolucionario en la tecnología de baterías de estado sólido para su EH216-S eVTOL, desarrollado en colaboración con Inx Energy Technology. La aeronave completó una prueba de vuelo continua de 48 minutos, marcando el primer eVTOL de pasajeros sin piloto en volar con una batería de estado sólido. La nueva tecnología de baterías mejora la duración del vuelo entre un 60% y un 90% con una densidad energética de 480Wh/kg. La batería cuenta con una estabilidad térmica mejorada, menor inflamabilidad y características de mantenimiento mínimo. EHang tiene como objetivo alcanzar la producción a gran escala de baterías de estado sólido certificadas para el EH216-S para finales de 2025, con planes de extender el tiempo de vuelo a 60 minutos.
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH)는 Inx Energy Technology와 협력하여 EH216-S eVTOL 항공기를 위한 고체 배터리 기술에 대한 획기적인 발전을 발표했습니다. 이 항공기는 48분 연속 비행 테스트를 완료하였으며, 고체 배터리로 비행한 첫 번째 무인 승객 수송 eVTOL이 되었습니다. 새로운 배터리 기술은 비행 지속 시간을 60%-90% 개선하고, 에너지 밀도는 480Wh/kg입니다. 이 배터리는 열 안정성이 향상되고, 가연성이 감소하였으며, 유지 보수가 필요 없는 특성을 갖추고 있습니다. EHang은 2025년 말까지 EH216-S의 인증된 고체 배터리를 대량 생산하는 것을 목표로 하며, 비행 시간을 60분으로 연장할 계획입니다.
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH) a annoncé une avancée majeure dans la technologie des batteries à état solide pour son EH216-S eVTOL, développé en collaboration avec Inx Energy Technology. L'aéronef a complété un test de vol continu de 48 minutes, devenant le premier eVTOL transportant des passagers et piloté automatiquement à voler avec une batterie à état solide. La nouvelle technologie de batterie améliore l'autonomie de vol de 60 % à 90 % avec une densité énergétique de 480Wh/kg. La batterie présente une stabilité thermique améliorée, une inflammabilité réduite et des caractéristiques sans entretien. EHang vise à atteindre une production à grande échelle de batteries à état solide certifiées pour l'EH216-S d'ici fin 2025, avec des plans pour étendre le temps de vol à 60 minutes.
EHang Holdings (Nasdaq: EH) hat einen Durchbruch in der Technologie von Festkörperbatterien für sein EH216-S eVTOL-Flugzeug bekannt gegeben, das in Zusammenarbeit mit Inx Energy Technology entwickelt wurde. Das Flugzeug hat einen 48-minütigen Dauertestflug abgeschlossen und ist damit das erste passagiertragende eVTOL ohne Pilot, das mit einer Festkörperbatterie geflogen ist. Die neue Batterietechnologie verbessert die Flugausdauer um 60%-90% bei einer Energiedichte von 480Wh/kg. Die Batterie bietet eine verbesserte thermische Stabilität, reduzierte Entzündbarkeit und verbesserte wartungsfreie Eigenschaften. EHang strebt an, bis Ende 2025 eine großflächige Produktion von zertifizierten Festkörperbatterien für das EH216-S zu erreichen und plant, die Flugzeit auf 60 Minuten zu verlängern.
- First successful eVTOL solid-state battery flight test completed with 48+ minutes duration
- Flight endurance improved by 60-90% with new battery technology
- Battery energy density achieved 480Wh/kg
- Strategic investment and partnership with Inx for battery development
- Planned extension of flight time to 60 minutes by 2025
- Large-scale production of certified batteries not expected until end of 2025
Insights
The successful flight test of EH216-S with solid-state battery technology represents a significant technological breakthrough in the eVTOL industry. The new battery achieves an impressive energy density of
The solid-state battery's use of metallic lithium anodes and oxide ceramic electrolytes offers multiple advantages over traditional liquid lithium batteries: enhanced thermal stability, reduced fire risk, wider operating temperature range and better storage stability. The planned
This development significantly strengthens EHang's market position in the emerging UAM sector. The extended flight time opens up new revenue streams across multiple use cases including long-range air mobility, aerial logistics and firefighting applications. The partnership with Inx and support from Hefei International Advanced Technology Application Promotion Center creates a robust ecosystem for continued innovation.
The planned commercialization by 2025 aligns with market projections for UAM service deployment. The improved performance metrics and safety features address key industry concerns about eVTOL viability, potentially accelerating market adoption and regulatory approvals.
GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EHang Holdings Limited (“EHang” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EH), the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (“UAM”) technology platform company, today announced a significant breakthrough in the development of high-energy solid-state battery technology, in collaboration with the Low-Altitude Economy Battery Research Institute of the Hefei International Advanced Technology Application Promotion Center and Shenzhen Inx Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“Inx”). Equipped with this solid-state battery, EH216-S completed a continuous 48 minutes and 10 seconds flight test, which is applicable to different flight requirements and significantly improves the flight endurance by
(EH216-S completed a continuous 48 minutes and 10 seconds flight test with solid-state battery)
At the Launch Event of UAM Hub, High-Energy Solid-State Battery Technology Breakthrough and Hefei Low-Altitude Planning, EHang showcased a unedited, continuous flight video of the EH216-S equipped with the high-energy solid-state battery. This flight test was notarized by the Guangzhou Notary Office.
(EH216-S completed a continuous flight test with solid-state battery, which is recorded and notarized by the officials of the Guangzhou Notary Office)
(EH216-S completed a continuous flight test with solid-state battery, which is recorded and notarized by the officials of the Guangzhou Notary Office)
(EH216-S completed a continuous flight test with solid-state battery, which is recorded by the officials of the Guangzhou Notary Office)
(Live footage of EH216-S test flight with solid-state battery - in-cabin view)
(Inx’s high-performance solid-state lithium battery)
The high-performance solid-state lithium battery utilizes metallic lithium as the anode and oxide ceramics as the electrolyte, resulting in significant enhancement in energy density and safety. With an energy density of 480Wh/kg and exceptional stability, the battery enhances the flight performance of the EH216-S, broadening its application across the low-altitude economy sector, especially in multiple use cases such as long-range air mobility, aerial logistics, high-rise firefighting, etc.
Compared to liquid lithium batteries, the solid-state battery offers higher energy density, enhanced thermal stability, reduced flammability, wider working temperature, improved storage stability and excellent maintenance-free qualities. The high-energy solid-state battery has undergone rigorous testing, including electrical performance, mechanical performance, safety performance and other aspects, including tests in extreme conditions like high temperature, pinprick, to demonstrate its safety and stability in a variety of use cases. These features can provide an added layer of safety for passengers and operators and also provide reliable support for UAM applications, including urban air transportation, firefighting and emergence response.
EHang has been investing in next-generation battery technology to enhance the performance and competitiveness of its eVTOL products. In September 2023, the Company made a strategic investment in Inx and reached a strategic cooperation with Inx to jointly develop high-energy-density solid-state battery for EHang’s eVTOLs. As EHang implements its low-altitude economy plan in Hefei, the Hefei International Advanced Technology Application Promotion Center established a battery research institute, supporting Inx's research and development of solid-state battery technology. After multiple iterations of battery cells and modules, the joint R&D team successfully developed a customized solid-state battery solution for the EH216-S, which has now completed flight tests. Moving forward, EHang will continue to cooperate with Inx to further test and optimize the performance and stability of the EH216-S, and target to achieve large-scale production of certified solid-state batteries for the EH216-S by the end of 2025.
Lin Chen, Chairman of Inx, remarked, “We are extremely proud of this breakthrough in solid-state battery technology with EHang. This achievement is a significant step forward in the R&D of high-energy density battery, demonstrating our firm commitment to being at the forefront of clean energy technology innovation. Our solid-state battery technology, with its exceptional safety and energy density, sets a new benchmark for the eVTOL industry. We're excited to deepen our collaboration with EHang to further advance and refine the capabilities of our solid-state batteries, with a goal of extending the flight time of the EH216-S. We’re dedicated to further increase the flight time of EH216-S by
Zhao Wang, Chief Operating Officer of EHang, commented, “The successful flight of the EH216-S equipped with solid-state battery is a testament to our technological prowess and commitment to innovation and safety. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the development of solid-state battery technology for eVTOLs, further enhancing flight safety while also substantially improving the aircraft's endurance and operational efficiency. Additionally, it reduces maintenance costs and expands the possibilities for future operational scenarios. EHang has not only made strides in solid-state battery technology but has also collaborated with partners to develop other batteries tailored to specific applications, such as ultra-fast charging and discharging battery solutions for high-frequency short-haul flights. Looking ahead, we will provide customized battery service solutions to meet the unique needs of our customers. This will enable a wider range of applications, including urban air mobility, aerial logistics, firefighting, and emergency response, etc.”
About EHang
EHang (Nasdaq: EH) is the world’s leading urban air mobility (“UAM”) technology platform company. Our mission is to enable safe, autonomous, and eco-friendly air mobility accessible to everyone. EHang provides customers in various industries with unmanned aerial vehicle (“UAV”) systems and solutions: air mobility (including passenger transportation and logistics), smart city management, and aerial media solutions. EHang’s flagship product EH216-S has obtained the world’s first type certificate, production certificate and standard airworthiness certificate for pilotless eVTOL issued by the Civil Aviation Administration of China. As the forerunner of cutting-edge UAV technologies and commercial solutions in the global UAM industry, EHang continues to explore the boundaries of the sky to make flying technologies benefit our life in smart cities. For more information, please visit www.ehang.com.
About Inx
Founded in 2020, Shenzhen Inx Energy Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in the research and development and production of high-energy density (450Wh/kg) and high-safety lithium metal solid-state batteries. Its products are widely utilized in industries such as drones, eVTOL, consumer electronics, energy storage, and electric vehicles. Inx has established a production facility in Zhuhai (200MWh) and a research center in the U.S.’Silicon Valley, with an upcoming East China headquarters and a mass production line (5GWh) soon to be operational. Looking ahead, Inx remains committed to driving technological innovation and development within the industry, spearheading revolutionary changes in the energy sector to enhance the quality of life. For more information, please visit inxtech.com.cn.
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