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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ICE today
ICE optimized
EV Electricity
from hard coal
EV Electricity German
energy mix
EV Electricity
from renewables
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Gram CO2 per Kilometer
Electromobility
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costs (norm.) 1,0
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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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