KRI, Inc. Product Lineup

Our company provides ultra-long lifespan technology that enables electric vehicles (EVs) to travel 1 million kilometers. "Ultra-long lifespan batteries" are designed to establish foundational technology for achieving ultra-long lifespans (more than five times the current lifespan). This technology can be considered not only for EVs but also for energy storage systems (ESS) and industrial applications. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Sample Specifications】 <Stacked Laminated Type> ■Nominal Capacity: 10, 11Ah ■Energy Density: - <21700 Cylindrical Type> ■Nominal Capacity: 3.0, 3.4Ah ■Energy Density: 500-520Wh/L *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Our company is committed to developing the necessary technologies for mobility batteries to realize a mobility society that considers people and the environment. We aim to create long-lasting and highly reliable batteries that can be used "longer" and "safer," as well as high energy density and fast charging solutions to make them "smaller" and "easier to use." Furthermore, we are also pursuing operation, prediction, and reuse for "appropriate utilization." [KRI's Vision for the Battery World] - High energy density and fast charging that are "smaller" and "easier to use" - Long-lasting, highly reliable, and safe batteries that can be used "longer" and "safer" - Consideration for resources and the environment through recycling, process reduction, and elimination of Co, Ni, and F - "Appropriate value judgment" through diagnostics (SOH, SOS) - "Appropriate utilization" through operation, prediction, and reuse *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Our company is working on the development of battery technology that enables 5-minute charging. Currently, EV charging takes 15 to 30 minutes and faces challenges such as reduced lifespan and lithium plating. To achieve 5-minute charging, it is necessary to address these issues. Our company is pursuing the realization of 5-minute charging through various approaches, including electrode technology, diagnostic technology, and analytical technology. 【KRI's technologies that enable 5-minute charging】 ■ Electrode technology ■ Analytical technology ■ Diagnostic technology *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

S.E.I. Co., Ltd. is a company of the KRI group that can realize the envisioned product image with high-quality prototype cell manufacturing technology. Since its establishment in 1999, it has been engaged in the development of battery materials and battery technology for PHEVs and EVs, with a mission to contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society. Additionally, it aims to accelerate customers' battery and device development with a vision of on-site capability, technical expertise, and speedy, flexible service. 【Business Activities】 ■ Electrode mixing and construction ■ Cell prototyping and evaluation ■ New technology development *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This document summarizes the situation of LIB-related accidents occurring both domestically and internationally, as well as the underlying issues. The balance between high energy density and safety continues to be disrupted, and it includes data on domestic and global accident situations. This is a useful resource for considering essential issues such as safety during internal short circuits, understanding the condition during aging, and designing for fire response, so please take a look. [Contents] ■ Domestic LIB-related accident situation ■ Global LIB-related accident situation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

The "degradation diagnosis technology" that adds value to EVs and storage batteries is a technology for handling EVs and storage batteries as assets safely and for a long time. By utilizing historical data, it allows for understanding the condition of the battery without stopping operations, and diagnoses future risks through simple and short-term spot data. It can be used for understanding performance and value assessment after degradation, as well as for appropriate reuse. Additionally, we are currently conducting demonstration tests of the degradation diagnosis technology using EVs from the Daigas Group. [Diagnosis Content] ■ Battery capacity and resistance from historical data ■ Secondary degradation risk of the battery from spot data *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce KRI technology for Level 4 battery digital twins. The capabilities of Level 4 (Living) include updating and adapting predictive models based on operational data. Applications are anticipated for virtual sensors that optimize predictive operations for any operational scenario and adapt to the environment. Our company will maximize system performance and enhance safety and reliability through various simulations and degradation prediction technologies applicable to any operational scenario. [KRI Technology] - Various simulations (current, voltage, reaction dispersion, heat generation, etc.) - SOH diagnostic technology, sensing technology - Degradation prediction technology applicable to any operational scenario - Analysis of operational data through data assimilation technology - Updating predictive models *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Our company develops and applies thermal storage materials tailored to meet customer needs. We have a track record and expertise in technologies that enable long-term storage of latent heat storage materials, technologies that facilitate handling, and technologies related to chemical thermal storage materials. Based on these, we provide development services according to customer requests. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Examples of Development in Thermal Storage Materials and Technologies】 ■ Composite of resin/thermal storage materials ■ Encapsulation of hydrated salt-based thermal storage materials ■ Performance enhancement of chemical thermal storage materials ■ Thermal storage materials with thermally conductive fillers *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

In space development, ensuring stable operation and reliability over long-duration missions is extremely important. Particularly in the operation in outer space, where exchange or repair is difficult, the longevity of the batteries that power onboard equipment becomes a key factor in the success of the mission. Insufficient battery life can directly lead to mission interruptions or delays in plans. Our ultra-long-life battery technology is a foundational technology that achieves more than five times the current lifespan, contributing to enhancing the continuity of space missions. 【Application Scenarios】 - Power supply for long-term space missions - Operation of probes and satellites - Power systems for space stations 【Effects of Implementation】 - Extension of mission duration - Reduction in maintenance frequency - Decrease in operational costs

In medical devices, especially for remote monitoring applications, a stable power supply over an extended period is required. Frequent battery replacements can lead to equipment downtime, causing delays in understanding the patient's condition. Additionally, battery replacement tasks in medical settings can increase the risk of infection and human costs. Our ultra-long-life batteries contribute to solving these issues through foundational technology that achieves more than five times the current lifespan. 【Use Cases】 - Remote patient monitoring devices - Portable medical diagnostic devices - Implantable medical devices 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Improved equipment uptime - Reduced maintenance costs - Decreased burden on patients

In autonomous vehicles, a highly reliable backup power source is essential for the stable operation of the system and ensuring safety. In particular, durability that can handle long hours of operation and frequent charging and discharging is a crucial factor that affects the reliability of the vehicle. Deterioration of the backup power source can lead to unexpected system shutdowns or a decrease in safety functions. Our ultra-long-life battery technology achieves more than five times the current lifespan, addressing these challenges. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Emergency backup power for autonomous driving systems - Power supply for onboard equipment requiring long-term operation 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduced maintenance frequency due to the long lifespan of the backup power source - Improved vehicle reliability and ensured safety

In the field of smart grids, rapid and accurate frequency regulation is required to stabilize the power system. Particularly with the expansion of renewable energy adoption, the reliability and longevity of battery systems that can respond to fluctuations in power supply are important challenges. Insufficient performance and short lifespan can hinder system stabilization. Our company has begun providing samples of "ultra-long-life batteries," which are based on technology that achieves more than five times the current lifespan. This will contribute to improving the reliability of frequency regulation in smart grids. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Frequency regulation of power systems - Absorption of fluctuations in renewable energy output - Demand response 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Contribution to system stabilization - Reduction in maintenance costs - Long-term reduction in operational costs

In wearable devices, especially those that require constant wearing, extending battery life is a critical issue. Frequent charging or replacement not only detracts from the user experience but also affects the reliability of the device. Considering the need for prolonged continuous use and operation in environments where charging is difficult, battery performance that surpasses current products is essential. Our company has begun providing samples of batteries based on ultra-long-life technology that enables electric vehicles to travel one million kilometers. This technology aims for more than five times the current lifespan, contributing to the sustained performance of wearable devices. 【Use Cases】 - Always-on healthcare devices - Sensor devices requiring long operational times - IoT devices that want to reduce charging frequency 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Improved user convenience - Enhanced product reliability - Reduced maintenance costs

In the drone industry, there is an increasing demand for long flight times. Particularly in applications such as aerial photography, inspections, and logistics, battery life is a crucial factor directly linked to operational efficiency. There is a need to reduce the hassle and cost of battery replacements, enabling longer mission durations. Our ultra-long-life battery technology achieves more than five times the current lifespan, contributing to solving these challenges. 【Use Cases】 - Long-duration aerial photography - Long-distance drone delivery - Extensive infrastructure inspections - Information gathering during disasters 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Improved mission execution capability due to extended flight times - Reduced frequency of battery replacements - Lower operational costs - Increased operational efficiency

In the field of industrial robots, continuous operation and reduced maintenance frequency are required. Particularly in applications that require long hours of continuous operation or frequent charging and discharging, battery life is directly linked to operational efficiency. Battery degradation can lead to unexpected shutdowns and decreased productivity. The ultra-long-life batteries we offer are built on foundational technology that achieves more than five times the current lifespan, contributing to extended operating hours and reduced maintenance costs for industrial robots. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Industrial robots that require long hours of continuous operation - Sites that want to reduce maintenance frequency - Cases where preventing production loss due to unexpected shutdowns is desired 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Extended operating hours - Reduced maintenance costs - Increased productivity

In the field of renewable energy storage systems, stable long-term power supply and reduction of operational costs are required. Particularly in storage systems that undergo repeated charge and discharge cycles, the lifespan of the batteries significantly impacts the overall economic viability of the system. Battery degradation leads to capacity and output reduction, which in turn accelerates the replacement cycle of the entire system. Our "ultra-long-life battery" aims to establish foundational technology that achieves over five times the current lifespan, contributing to improved reliability of storage systems and reduced operational costs. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Absorption of output fluctuations from renewable energy sources (solar, wind, etc.) - Stabilization of power systems - Home and industrial storage systems 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Extension of replacement cycles due to increased lifespan of storage systems - Reduction of operational costs - Realization of stable power supply