QuantumScape solid state batteries (Lipo replacement)

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QuantumScape solid state batteries (Lipo replacement)

Unread post by retiredVTT » Thu Dec 10, 2020 1:53 pm

https://www.quantumscape.com/

In the continuing story of the next generation of battery sources for the electric auto industry, QuantumScape announced recently their progress with a "solid state replacement" for today's Lithium Ion cells. And not to be outdone, Toyota is announcing that they are proceeding in the same direction, that is to say.."solid state."

Quantumscape are working with Volkswagen, who have pumped $250 million into the company, and also Bill Gates is working with Quantum so perhaps the future generation of Apple I-phones will be powered by Quantum batteries.

Why is all of this important to RC Modelers.... because the next generation of RC batteries will likely be smaller, have a much denser power level, and recharge much faster, and last longer (more cycles). All this should happen within the next five years for the auto industry, hopefully. So maybe we modelers will benefit as well.
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Re: QuantumScape solid state batteries (Lipo replacement)

Unread post by DoverSail » Thu Dec 10, 2020 2:42 pm

I hope that this turns out!
It seems like new, incredible (in the truest sense of the word) battery technology is announced all the time, but it never turns into a viable product.
Toyota are no small beans, so perhaps this has more weight behind it.

...of course, if you want longer flights, what you need is a Mayfly or other thermal ship!

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