For the commercialization of electric-powered vehicles, Nissan has been developing lithium-ion batteries - one of the key technologies - since 1992 with focus on reducing the size while increasing power and capacity. In April 2007, Nissan established Automotive Energy Supply Corporation in partnership with NEC Corporation and NEC Tokin Corporation for mass production.
Features
Lightweight and Compact
Nissan's latest Li-ion battery has achieved double energy density compared to the version used on the Hypermini in 2000. Thanks to the innovative laminated structure, the cell is significantly compact and lightweight, allowing freedom of vehicle packaging.
- Compared to the version used on the Hypermini in 2000.
Major Technologies
Nissan has succeeded in developing battery with mass-production reliability and performance for automotive use, owing to its innovative manganese positive electrode and laminated structure.
- 1. Manganese positive electrode
- Developed cost-effective, reliable battery by using manganese which is rich in resource, and spinel structure is stable.
- 2.Laminated structure
- Developed battery by using laminated structure cell which is excellent in cooling performance and simple configuration, resulting in long life, cost efficient batteries.
