Self-Standing Graphene Anode Technology
OUR TECHNOLOGY
The first self-sustaining, high-density, and patented technology for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.
OUR DIFFERENCE
Anode developed with natural Brazilian graphite, reducing the carbon footprint compared to synthetic graphite
It has 7 times the energy density of a conventional anode: lighter and more efficient
The Centelha Program
The Centelha Program was the initial impetus for this project. Centelha offered training, financial resources, and support to transform ideas into successful businesses. Of the more than 500 ideas submitted to the state of Minas Gerais, the project “Graphene anode for lithium-ion batteries” was one of those selected.
With the financial resources and partnerships established for the Centelha Call for Proposals (funded by FAPEMIG and FINEP), the project advanced through the development chain to the prototype testing stage.
A commercial graphene oxide was tested and combined with other carbon materials, resulting in the anode prototype (the reduced graphene foil).
The NAVE Program
Our project, “Scaling up the production process of graphene anodes for lithium-ion batteries,” was one of 21 selected from 204 applicants in the ANP Entrepreneurship Program – NAVE.
With the program’s financial resources, mentoring from Repsol and Equinor, and management by IBP – the Brazilian Institute of Petroleum and Gas, the project will reach TRL 06 in 2026.
Our project partners are SENAI Eletroquímica PR, CDTN, and Nacional de Grafite.
Our technology is developed with national inputs and has the potential to be used in batteries that need to combine high performance with low weight.
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PROJECT PARTNERS
Our partners are companies and institutions from different sectors that already work in nanotechnology. Furthermore, our partners are interested in improve processes and products using nanomaterials. We strive to build relationships based on respect and trust with our partners. Check out the partners of this project.
