Uneverse Mobility to Develop Sodium-Ion Battery
In a landmark development, Kolkata-based startup Uneverse Mobility Pvt Ltd has signed a substantial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur). The primary objective of this collaboration is to expedite the commercialisation and further advancement of sodium-ion battery technology.
Professor Amreesh Chandra, who leads the Department of Physics at IIT Kharagpur, is at the helm of this groundbreaking initiative. Under his visionary leadership, the institution has been at the forefront of pioneering research and development efforts dedicated to Sodium-Ion-based energy solutions. This strategic partnership holds immense promise for the future of sustainable energy technology.
Words by the Management
Prof. Amreesh Chandra, Department of Physics, IIT Kharagpur, said, ” Compared to Lithium-ion batteries, the sodium-ion batteries will be up to 40% cheaper, much safer and have a lower carbon footprint. Sodium-ion batteries address the concerns of geopolitical and supply-chain issues which are associated with Lithium-ion batteries. The materials, which will be used in such Sodium-ion batteries, have been fabricated in-house. Hence, the batteries would be a live example of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make for India’. Many of the Ministries of the Government of India have already started discussions and feasibility studies on the possibility of Sodium-ion based energy storage landscape and the future thus looks promising and exciting”.
According to Mr Manohar Bethapudi, Founder & CEO, of Uneverse Mobility Pvt. Ltd. “UNEVERSE, starts its journey by addressing the core of clean energy and e-mobility, Battery Technology. To achieve this grand purpose, we have entered an exclusive MoU with IIT Kharagpur, where indigenously developed sodium ion technology, which will have a portfolio of multiple form factors of cells, will be made available for the Indian market. The developed technology will find applications in electric vehicles, drones, Consumer Electronics, and Energy Storage. Globally, only a handful of companies have made progress in this technology. Therefore, I am upbeat about putting India at the forefront of this game-changing battery technology.
Uneverse will be initially setting up MWh scale facilities that would lead to commercialisation using the home-grown technology, which already has a technology readiness level (TRL) 7. Uneverse eventually plans to set up GWh scale facilities to cater to domestic and export markets”.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the collaborative endeavour between Uneverse Mobility and IIT Kharagpur marks a significant stride toward harnessing the potential of Sodium-Ion battery technology. Beyond its promise to provide a sustainable and eco-friendly energy solution,
Sodium-Ion technology brings with it a multitude of advantages. These include its lower cost of production, abundant availability of raw materials, reduced environmental impact, and impressive energy density. As we look ahead, this partnership not only exemplifies the spirit of innovation but also underscores the pivotal role Sodium-Ion technology is poised to play in shaping a greener and more efficient future for our world. With the combined expertise of Uneverse Mobility and the cutting-edge research prowess of IIT Kharagpur, we can anticipate transformative breakthroughs that will redefine our energy landscape.
Read More:- World’s first Commercial Sodium-ion Battery production line goes live
