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At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Taiwanese battery manufacturer ProLogium is showcasing its next-generation lithium-ceramic batteries (LCB), offering a solution to critical challenges in the electric vehicle (EV) market. The fourth-generation LCB promises enhanced safety, quicker charging times, and greater energy efficiency, addressing the growing demand for EVs as global regulations push toward the elimination of gasoline-powered cars.
Slated for production later this year, ProLogium’s LCB is designed to improve EV performance in several key areas. With an energy density of 380 Wh/kg and 900 Wh/L, the battery enables EVs to travel further while keeping the overall battery pack weight low. According to Interesting Engineering, ProLogium aims to push the energy density even further to 450 Wh/kg and 1000 Wh/L by next year, making their batteries not only more efficient but also more affordable.
One of the standout features of the LCB is its safety. Unlike traditional lithium-ion batteries, ProLogium’s LCB uses an inorganic, non-flammable electrolyte, significantly reducing the risk of fires caused by thermal runaway. In testing, the LCB withstood temperatures as high as 300°C without any issues, thanks to an active safety mechanism that automatically kicks in during high heat conditions.
Charging times are another major improvement. The LCB can reach 60% charge in just four minutes and 80% in six minutes, a performance that rivals the speed of refueling a gasoline car. This development addresses one of the most common concerns among potential EV buyers: the time it takes to recharge.
ProLogium’s LCB also performs well under extreme conditions. With a ceramic separator that offers three times the thermal conductivity of conventional batteries, the LCB stays cool even in high-speed driving. It also boasts superior performance in cold temperatures, maintaining a consistent range in conditions as low as -20°C.
By combining cutting-edge technology with greater safety and efficiency, ProLogium’s lithium-ceramic batteries are poised to make a significant impact on the EV market, helping to shape the future of sustainable transportation.
