Automotive
Shell and FAW develop immersion-cooled electric semi truck battery
Shell and FAW co-developed an immersion-cooled battery pack for electric semi trucks, according to Electrek.
The short version
- Shell's chemical division and FAW co-developed an electric semi truck battery pack using immersion-cooling technology.[Electrek]
- Initial vehicle testing on a concept semi truck demonstrated improvements in hill-climbing power, energy efficiency, and potential battery lifespan.[Electrek]
- The battery pack reportedly passed industry-standard testing for on-road certification alongside FAW validation.[Electrek]
- Commercial deployment timelines and broader manufacturing plans have not been disclosed.[Electrek]
Key facts
- Shell's chemical division and Chinese truck manufacturer FAW co-developed an immersion-cooling battery pack using fluid to manage cell heat.[Electrek]
- Initial tests showed up to a 98% increase in maximum gradability, a 0.8% boost in energy efficiency, and up to 32% longer battery life compared to traditional cooling.[Electrek]
- The battery completed industry-standard certification testing while integrated into the Starship Hybrid concept semi truck.[Electrek]
What remains uncertain
- The timeline and scale for mass production or commercial availability of the technology are unspecified.[Electrek]
Sources
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