VRC Metal Systems, LLC STTR Phase I Award, December 2019

There are two main objectives that this proposal addresses. The first is to determine the alloy compound ratio, such as Si, Al, Fe, Sn, Mn etc. at what ratio our alloy provides the best performance to cost benefit for the Air Force. We will partner with the Air Force to perform anode testing to determine if the concept works. The anode will also be tested at SDSM&T for capacity and number of circles. The second, is to provide an anode material ready for purchase and use by the AF on their Li-ion battery system. VRC Metal Systems has the expertise, personnel, and facilities to reliably ramp up production of the novel anode as required by the customer.