In an effort to make electric vehicles (EVs) safer, Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) announced that it is extending its strategic partnership with Nexceris, creator of Li-ion Tamer® lithium-ion gas detection technologies. To assist prevent circumstances leading to thermal runaway in EV batteries, a phenomena that creates extremely high temperatures within the battery cell and may end in a fire, Honeywell and Nexceris will provide cutting-edge automotive sensing technology.

 

India is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 90% over the next ten years, reaching $150 billion by 2030. [2] Today, many of these vehicles rely on lithium-ion batteries for their power, which can present safety issues to EV owners. Automobile makers are attempting to use technology to give greater safety in order to assist reduce these dangers. In addition to sensors used in battery management systems to track the condition of EV batteries, Honeywell also provides gas detection solutions for use throughout the production process and electrical safety personal protective equipment, ensuring worker safety and enabling them to function securely in risky situations. 

 

Rajesh Rege, president, Honeywell India, mentioned, “As more people switch to electric vehicles, automakers need to supply lithium-ion batteries that are reliable, safe and secure at every point of their lifespan. EV sales are likely to increase exponentially ‘in the coming months and years’ due to the demand incentives provided under FAME II, the launch of state policies, rising fuel prices, tightening emissions laws and increasing awareness of the green environment. Honeywell is assisting this transition to more EVs on the road by providing ready-now solutions to help reduce safety concerns. Honeywell’s collaboration with Nexceris to develop an enhanced suite of battery monitoring sensors will help automotive manufacturers strengthen their battery health monitoring systems with the ability to detect thermal runaway conditions even earlier,” he added.

 

 

In order to enable early intervention, the firms will work with top global car manufacturers to develop cutting-edge gas detection systems in EV battery packs. This will assist prevent expensive property damage and safety risks.

 

“Our work with Honeywell will help us empower the global transition to electric vehicles through enhanced battery monitoring,” said Kyle Shen, president and CEO, Nexceris. “Fires from lithium-ion batteries are dangerous and often difficult to contain after they start. By combining our shared expertise in battery sensing and gas detection technology with Honeywell’s extensive manufacturing capabilities, we will be working toward offering our vehicle manufacturing customers a more advanced safety solution and meeting the growing demand for lithium-ion batteries.”

 

In order to address lithium-ion battery system safety for energy storage applications, Honeywell and Nexceris formed their strategic alliance in 2020. This alliance combines Honeywell's very early warning smoke detection with Li-ion Tamer's industry-leading off-gas detection technology for a secure, redundant method of protecting facilities of any size.

 

Nexceris created the Li-ion Tamer (https://liiontamer.com) products. Energy innovation firm Nexceris is committed to the shift to clean energy. Nexceris was established in 1994, and its mission is to advance renewable energy technologies to improve the planet. The business works together with clients and partners from across the world to transform innovative concepts for safer, more effective, and environmentally responsible energy generation. Visit nexceris.com to learn more.