Advanced Automotive Battery Conference

Menahem Anderman reviewed the challenges and opportunities for li-ion battery support of a sustainable EV-PHEV market.John German explored the pathways for rapid reduction of fuel consumption and the uncertainties that factor into consumers’ choices.Peter Pichler discussed the critical need for battery management in ensuring safety, reliability and life.Tom Cackette presented the technical and economic assessments needed to meet California’s future emission standards.Joe LoGrasso discussed validations of batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles.The Q & A Session of the Battery Modeling Workshop evokes a smile from Henrik Ekstrom.Roland Matthe showed the Volt to AABC 2011 attendees.Kirill Bramnik discussed the use of higher energy cathode materials for next generation automotive applications.Taira Saito discussed the refinement of battery evaluations tests, simulating a wide range of environmental conditionsDaniel Andree presented an overview of the Q5 hybrid vehicle battery system.  

Nearly 900 attendees from 6 continents and 440 companies gathered for the 11th international Advanced Automotive Batteries Conference in Pasadena, California, from January 24 - 28, 2011. Leading automakers, their suppliers and stakeholders convened for dynamic discussions regarding the latest in energy-storage technology for vehicle electrification and the latest developments in large lithium-ion technology. At a time of unprecedented funding for electrification initiatives, AABC 2011 presenters challenged optimistic sales predictions for electric vehicles and explored the industry’s concerns regarding advanced battery safety, reliability, durability and cost. The conference also included AABC’s first Battery Modeling Workshop and new sessions on battery management in automotive applications as well as tutorials focusing on material selection and design principles for large lithium-ion batteries and battery systems for the grid.

Networking events, which included 95 exhibitors, provided a lively environment for discussion and business opportunities outside the conference sessions.