Solid-state polymer electrolytes developed by Nuvvon as a safe alternative to liquid electrolytes in the manufacture of non-flammable batteries are UL certified to DOT standard SP20798.
PRESS RELEASE. BORDENTOWN, N.J., FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Solid-state polymer electrolytes developed by Nuvvon as a safe alternative to liquid electrolytes in the manufacture of non-flammable batteries are UL certified to DOT standard SP20798. This allows Nuvvon prototype cells to be approved as safe for global air shipment. To gain certification, Nuvvon solid-state pouch cells passed independent abuse testing by UL that included overcharge, and over discharge cycling.
“As airlines are not yet conversant with new generation solid-state batteries, Nuvvon needed to follow the same stringent testing requirements as lithium-ion prototype cells to be deemed safe for air travel,” noted Jonathan Lex, Nuvvon Inc.’s Chief Operating Officer.
Nuvvon Solves the Challenges with Lithium Batteries
Nuvvon solid polymer electrolytes address the challenges of liquid electrolytes used in “semi-solid” or traditional lithium-ion batteries that can explode when overheated or overcharged. Lithium-ion batteries have issues with thermal runaway associated with chemical reactions, smoke, fire and explosions. Their liquid composition can burn out gas and cause other problems.
Nuvvon’s solid polymer electrolytes enable the development of highly stable and safe batteries. Void of ionic liquids associated with liquid electrolytes, the polymer electrolytes are completely dry so they are not at risk of catching fire or exploding under high temperature or pressure. They also possess a large thermal window and do not have thermal runaway.
Based on these characteristics and more, Nuvvon’s unique polymer technology meets the need for a safer energy storage technology as the basis for stable cell designs used in solid-state batteries for a variety of markets including electric vehicles, portable electronics and micro-grid storage. To learn more about Nuvvon’s unique solid polymer electrolyte technology, visit Technology – Nuvvon
About Nuvvon Inc.
Nuvvon, a solid-state battery materials company, is based out of the Rutgers EcoComplex in Bordentown, New Jersey. Since 2017, the company has driven nanotech research to develop a series of novel polymers that can be used in the manufacture of next-generation solid state batteries. Nuvvon – next-generation energy storage
Nuvvon has been featured as a top ten competitor in the Solid State Battery Market Report 2023, a prestigious industry report published by The Business Research Company.
Nuvvon, innovators in alternative solid-state battery materials, is partnering with Rutgers EcoComplex- Clean Energy Innovative Center and its WindIgnite Offshore Wind Supply Chain Accelerator Program to advance their mutual goals of renewable energy storage and sustainable development.
Nuvvon’s breakthrough in solid polymer electrolytes enables, for the first time, completely solid-state pouch cells that operate across a wide temperature range without external systems for cooling, heating, or pressure. All reported ionic conductivity measurements have been third party verified.