What’s the hardest part of running a battery gigafactory? According to the latest Fraunhofer report, it’s making electrodes. The process is so complex, with infinite ways things can go wrong, that it’s more of an art than a science. And like any art, mastering it takes years of practice—years that European manufacturers simply don’t have.
But there might be a way around this bottleneck: yes, you guessed right - AI.
Now, I’m not usually one to jump on the hype train when it comes to new technologies. This is especially true of manufacturing, where getting anything new—digital or otherwise—into a process is often more about overcoming psychological and administrative barriers than solving technical ones. This time is different, so let me share the latest news about AI and electrode manufacturing, I couldn’t help but be excited.
🚨 Here’s what’s happening: Last Friday, German industrial AI startup Ailoys signed an MOU with South Korea’s JR Energy Solution, the world’s first dedicated electrode foundry. Their mission? To apply AI to material science and tackle the most challenging part of battery production: electrode manufacturing.
This collaboration could be a game-changer, unlocking faster optimization, reduced scrap rates, and, ultimately, better batteries. And I’m thrilled to have played a part in making this happen, connecting these two innovators and facilitating the partnership. Congratulations to Sergei and Duke—your work could reshape the future of battery manufacturing! 🎉
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