To offset the weight of battery packs in electric vehicles (EVs), manufacturers are adopting multi-material strategies that integrate advanced high-strength steels, aluminum alloys, and carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP). This FAQ addresses the specific challenges this transition presents for assembly and how structural adhesives are emerging as an enabler for these complex systems. Q: Why is […]
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Lithium-ion batteries optimized for electric buses, trams and other EVs
The XPAND battery pack has been developed for use in commercial and industrial electric vehicle (EV) applications. Devised by Kokam Co., Ltd, in South Korea, the battery pack will be offered in two versions – XMP71P, a 7.1 kWh version, and XMP114E, a 11.4 kWh version. Both versions are scalable to support EV applications from […]
