GINER INC — Department of Energy SBIR Phase I: The low efficiency, low rate capability, high cost and poor cycle life limit the commercia

GINER INC — SBIR Phase I award from Department of Energy.

Amount
$149,997
Agency
Department of Energy
Program / Phase
SBIR · Phase I
Solicitation
DE-FOA-0000760
NAICS
Place of performance
MA
Period
2013-02-19

Description

The low efficiency, low rate capability, high cost and poor cycle life limit the commercialization of lithium air battery technology. Giner Inc. (Giner) proposes to develop a high-porosity, fibrous composite air cathode with a low- cost catalyst and a designed mechanism to manage electrolyte flooding. Commercial Applications and Other Benefits: Beside its applications in energy grid stabilization and consumer electronic devices, lithium air battery is a promising opportunity for electric cars.