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Industry Research
Journal Article | Breakthrough in Lithium-Rich Cathode Material Innovation
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A research team led by Kang Feiyu from Beijing University of Science and Technology and Tsinghua University's Shenzhen International Graduate School achieved Ni/Mn spin-state regulation in Li1.2Mn0.6Ni0.2O2 through Be doping, activating Ni-t2g orbitals to enhance anion redox reversibility and kinetics. The Be-modified cathode demonstrates superior cycling stability and high-rate performance, offering a strategic pathway for designing high-performance lithium-rich cathodes.
Industry Updates
BYD Cancels $290M Lithium Cathode Plant Project in Chile
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Chinese EV giant BYD has withdrawn plans to build a $290 million lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode material plant in Chile with an annual capacity of 50,000 tons, citing plunging lithium prices. The decision has influenced other Chinese firms like Tsingshan Group, which also abandoned lithium plant projects in Chile.
Altech Launches Anode Material Pilot Plant
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Altech Advanced Materials AG has commissioned a silicon-based anode material pilot plant in Schwarze Pumpe, Germany, successfully producing 30 kg of its proprietary "Silumina" anode. The material combines graphite with alumina-coated silicon, reportedly boosting energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries by 55%.
Poland Grants $320M to Ascend Elements for Battery Materials Plant
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Poland will provide $320 million in subsidies to U.S.-based Ascend Elements for a lithium-ion battery materials plant producing precursor cathode active materials (pCAM) for EVs, funded by the EU’s TCTF. The facility will manufacture NMC materials from recycled inputs using proprietary technology, strengthening Europe’s battery value chain.
Silicon-Carbon Anode Producer Secures Tens of Millions in Angel+ Funding
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Hangzhou Xingkeyuan New Materials announced completion of a tens-of-million-yuan Angel+ round led by Oriza Holdings, following prior investments from Sequoia Capital China Seed Fund. YunDao Capital serves as long-term financial advisor. Funds will accelerate next-gen product R&D and mass-production scaling.
Korean Media: China Controls 95% of Global Anode Market, Korea Holds 2.7%
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Korean media reports highlight China’s 95% dominance in the EV anode material market, while Korea holds just 2.7%. Chinese firms consolidate leadership through capacity expansion and technological advances. SNE Research advises Korean/Japanese players to diversify production bases and enhance R&D for competitiveness.
Cutting-Edge Technologies
Graphene-Based Anode Material for Batteries and Production Method
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Huayu New Energy Technology disclosed a graphene battery anode material and its preparation process: A binder is synthesized, mixed with 3D graphene to form slurry via spray-drying, then combined with fiber dispersion and sulfuric acid to create lead paste. The final product exhibits exceptional mechanical and electrochemical properties.
High-Entropy Layered Cathode for Sodium-Ion Batteries
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Jiangsu Haoneng New Energy unveiled a six-element high-entropy layered cathode material for sodium-ion batteries. The design enhances crystal structure stability through multi-element optimization, delivering dramatically improved cycling stability and rate performance for next-gen sodium-ion systems.