Honeywell has announced two new cutting-edge solutions aimed at improving electric vehicle (EV) safety and optimising battery production processes for gigafactories. These innovations, developed by Honeywell Process Solutions and Honeywell Sensing Solutions, align with the company’s strategy of addressing key global megatrends, including the energy transition.
Victor Verissimo, General Manager of Electrification for Honeywell Industrial Automation, said, “As the world accelerates toward electrification, several challenges have emerged, particularly around the safe, efficient, and high-volume production of EV batteries. Our new solutions are designed to reduce safety risks, enhance transparency throughout the battery lifecycle, and improve production efficiency, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Partnership With Titan
Honeywell Process Solutions is partnering with Titan Advanced Energy Solutions to integrate Titan’s ultrasound-based battery scanning technology into Honeywell’s Battery Manufacturing Excellence Platform (MXP). This advanced technology allows for real-time, in-line analysis of battery quality, identifying defects that traditional methods might miss.
The integration of Titan’s technology into Honeywell’s MXP offers visibility into the manufacturing process, enabling battery manufacturers to trace defects faster and improve overall efficiency. This is especially beneficial for early-stage gigafactories that are scaling up to meet the increasing demand for EV batteries. By providing comprehensive end-to-end monitoring, the solution supports cost-effective, high-quality battery production.
New Sensors
Honeywell Sensing Solutions has introduced an advanced lithium-ion battery safety sensor, the Battery Safety Electrolyte Sensor (BES), to detect early signs of thermal runaway in EV batteries. Using Li-ion Tamer electrolyte gas detection technology, the sensor can identify 'first vent' events—precursors to potential battery fires—providing warnings five to 20 minutes before thermal runaway occurs.
By detecting the release of gases from failing battery cells, the BES gives EV operators an early warning to take preventive action, potentially averting fires and saving lives. The sensors also help automakers comply with Global Technical Regulation No. 20 (Electric Vehicle Safety) and other emerging safety standards in the industry.
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