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The future of automotive is battery-powered, and General Motors is definitely on board to be a leader in the movement. And the automaker is already earning rewards for its electrified efforts. For its capacitor-assisted battery (CAB) technology, the GM China Science Lab in Shanghai has earned a 2019 R& D 100 100 Award from R&D World Magazine.
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“Every step counts in reducing the environmental side effects of vehicles with electrification,” said Dr. Helen Liu, manager of the Battery Lab Group at the GM China Science Lab. “The all-new high-power battery has huge emission-cutting potential as a solution for the mainstream vehicle market.”
The CAB proves to be durable in high temperatures and delivers impressive performance from cold cranking, and it will not only change the game in the electrified automotive world, but also make significant contributions in other applications.
According to GM, “Capacitor assist is a cost-effective way to offset the negative impact of temperature on a lithium-ion battery’s power and life cycle, with is a common issue in low-voltage or hybrid systems. The creation of a hybrid cell architecture paves the way for the replacement of today’s dominant lead-acid solution for start-stop application, demonstrating a strong environmental impact while promising greater synergies with lithium-ion cells for purely battery-electric vehicles.”
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R&D Magazine presents awards each year to companies and organizations responsible for the 100 most innovative technologies of the year. This is the second year the magazine has recognized an innovation developed by the GM China Science Lab with a R&D 100 Award.
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