Revolutionizing Personal Mobility: EHang and Guangzhou Greater Bay Technology Partner to Develop Ultra Fast Charging Battery Solutions for eVTOL Vehicles
EHang, a leading flying vehicle company in China, has partnered with Guangzhou Greater Bay Technology (GBT), a fast charging specialist, to develop Ultra Fast Charging (UFC) and Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) battery solutions for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This collaboration aims to reduce charging times and establish a solid foundation for efficient, large-scale commercial operations in the low-range economy.
The partnership between EHang and GBT will focus on developing battery solutions that meet the high standards set by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), including high energy density, high cycle life, high instantaneous charge-discharge rates, and high safety. The new UFC/XFC battery system will be able to charge from 30% to 80% in just 5 – 10 minutes, greatly improving the performance prospects for flying vehicles like EHang’s EH216-S flying taxi.
In addition to developing battery solutions, EHang and GBT plan to build fast charging stations and other infrastructure to support future commercial activities involving eVTOL. This partnership represents a significant step towards mass production and commercial operation of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, positioning EHang as a key player in the industry.
Overall, the collaboration between EHang and GBT in the development of fast-charging battery solutions for eVTOL vehicles demonstrates a commitment to advancing the field of personal mobility and establishing a sustainable ecosystem for commercial operations in the future.
