Innovation powered by chemistry – Solutions for a sustainable and energy-efficient mobility

Dr. Andreas Kreimeyer Member of the Board and Research Executive Director BASF SE, Ludwigshafen

Innovation powered by chemistry – Solutions for a sustainable and energy-efficient mobility

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Electromobility requires a holistic approach to be sustainable and energy-efficient.

Innovation powered by intelligent chemistry is a key enabler for electromobility.

Megatrends trigger sustainable concepts for mobility – electromobility is one answer.

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New concepts for sustainable mobility

Global megatrends …require new concepts and technologies

Energy demand & climate protection

Growing population

Urbanization Mobility & communication

MEGATRENDS

Affordable Energy efficient Low emission Comfortable

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Evolution of propulsion concepts ... From internal combustion engines to electric vehicles

Trans- mission

ICE

Tank

Trans- mission

E-motor

Power electronics

Energy battery

Plug-in charger

Internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle Current technology (2012) LPG / CNG technology

Trans- mission

E-motor

Power electronics Power battery FC stack BOP

Tank

Fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV)

Battery electric vehicle (BEV)

Trans- mission

E-motor

Power elec- tronics

Energy battery

Tank

ICE

Gene-rator

Plug-in charger

Plug-in hybrid electric Vehicle (PHEV)

ICE power-train Transmission Electric power-train Battery FC power-train

Trans- mission

ICE

Tank

2012*

2030**

* Kraftfahrzeugbundesamt (KBA) ** Various market studies: Roland Berger, McKinsey, AT Kearney, Exxon Mobil-Energieprognose 2011-2030 Deutschland

Numbers of vehicles in Germany [%]

98.6 ~ 1.2 ~ 0.1 < 0.01

57-91 2-14 4-19 2-10 0.1-1

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Electromobility requires a holistic approach to be sustainable and energy-efficient.

Innovation powered by intelligent chemistry is a key enabler for electromobility.

Megatrends trigger sustainable concepts for mobility – electromobility is one answer.

Is electromobility sustainable?

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EV Electricity German

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GASOLINE

DIESEL

CNG

LPG

GASOLINE HYBRID CNG HYBRID* GASOLINE PHEV ELECTRIC

Operation: Production: Emission caused by production

and transport Direct emission

of the car

2011

CO2 emission by propulsion concept BASF Eco-Effciency Analysis

Scenario 2030

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Vision electromobility How the world of tomorrow could be …

High flexibility / availability

Low energy losses

Cost efficient

Power storage

Emission free driving

Competitive electric cars

No trade-offs in comfort

Power utilization Stable supply

“Smart grids”

Low transmission losses

Power transmission

CO2 neutral

Competitive prices

100 % renewable

Power production

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Electromobility requires a holistic approach to be sustainable and energy-efficient.

Innovation powered by intelligent chemistry is a key enabler for electromobility.

Megatrends trigger sustainable concepts for mobility – electromobility is one answer.

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A wide range of chemical products and solutions enables energy efficient driving

Role of chemistry in electromobility Chemistry as key pillar

Battery materials

Offgas treatment for hybrid e-cars

Organic light-emitting diodes (OLED)

Organic photovoltaics

Heat management

Lightweight construction

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International Research Network with scientists and industry

Joint R&D with international competence centers

Building a production plant for cathode materials

Acquisition of know-how and business activities

Innovative battery materials

Goals: higher range, improved safety and lower costs

Improved materials for components and cells ― Cathodes, Electrolytes ― Anodes, Separators

New battery concepts (Li-S, Li-Air)

BASF ACTIVITIES

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Innovative battery materials

Gen1:

Gen2: Current

Gen 3: 2017

Gen 4: 2022+

Ni-MH***

Li-ion**

Li-ion HV**

Li-S*

*** Ni-MH: Nickel-metal hydride Current activities focused on technology licensing

From Ni-MH to Lithium-Sulfur

Driving range (in km)

* Li-S: Lithium-Sulfur, ** Li-ion: Lithium ion, Li-ion HV: Lithium high voltage

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Lightweight Construction

Goals: higher range, less energy consumption

Use of polymer-based lightweight components – Weight reduction potential up to 150 kg (~10-15 g CO2/km)

BASF ACTIVITIES Testing of novel material concepts and technologies (sandwich structures, continuous fiber-reinforced composites, RTM-processes)

High-performance polymers in portfolio (polyamides, polyurethanes)

Use in several parts and components – Pronounced effect in structural parts and body

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Lightweight Construction First lightweight seat: made from continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite

First all-plastic wheel rim: made from Ultramid® Structure, suitable for high-volume production

Key customer benefits − Increased legroom − Weight reduction of almost 50% − Lower CO2-emissions

Key customer benefits − Weight reduction of more than

30% compared to aluminum − Lower fuel consumption − Increased range − Design freedom and variety of colors

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Heat management

Goals: increased comfort, less energy consumption

IR-reflective films for glazing For windshields, coatings and interior elements

BASF ACTIVITIES

today

up to 60 °C in the future

20-30 °C

Cabin temperature

Intense research on innovative pigments and novel insulation materials

High-performance polymer foams in portfolio

Use of high-performance insulation materials Insulation of cabin and engine compartments

Electric vehicles of today: up to 35% total energy consumption

for air conditioning

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Organic Photovoltaics and Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) Goals: increased comfort, less energy consumption

Solar roof with transparent organic solar cells – even with diffused light enough energy is generated to power multimedia systems and assist interior climate management

Transparent organic light-emitting diodes – transparent glass roof effect during daytime, pleasant illumination during nighttime

Smart forvision – concept car developed by Daimler and BASF

Combined competencies: smart forvision

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E-textiles

Solar roof with transparent organic solar panels and OLED modules

Multifunctional seat

Infrared-reflective coating

Infrared-reflective film

High-performance foams

Lightweight tridion cell

All-plastic wheel

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From vision to reality…

Innovative technology created by chemistry will bring electromobility onto the fast lane

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