According to Electrek , Forge Battery - the company that produces commercial lithium-ion batteries from Forge Nano, is developing a new generation of electric vehicle batteries called “Gen. 1.1 Supercell”.

Thanks to the ultra-thin nano-coating (Atomic Armor) developed by Forge Nano, Forge Battery is able to produce first-generation high-energy cells with an expected energy density of 300 Wh/kg. The cells are made of 90% US-made battery materials. The higher specific energy allows electric vehicles to travel further on a single charge without increasing battery weight.

According to the manufacturer, the 1.1 generation Supercell can be fast-charged in 10 minutes without reducing battery life. The battery has achieved both UN 38.3 and UL 1642 certification, the highest safety standards for transportation.

This battery is designed for a variety of electric vehicle applications including electric trucks, off-road vehicles, aerospace and defense applications.

With higher silicon content in the anode and the ability to cycle at higher voltages, Supercell can compete with Tier 1 suppliers globally, said Barbara Hughes, vice president of energy storage at Forge Nano.

The company has signed deals with partners to supply thousands of cells this year, with deals totaling up to 24 gigawatt hours per year. Forge Battery plans to start commercial production at its North Carolina factory in 2026.

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