Mike Kraus

Background

About Mike Kraus

SES is a world leader in next generation Li-Metal batteries. Its Li-Metal batteries combine the high energy density of Li-Metal with the cost-effective, large-scale manufacturing of conventional Li-ion batteries. Today, the global EV battery industry has reached a tipping point and is growing rapidly. SES is a world leader in next generation Li-Metal battery, and the only Li-Metal company to have multiple A-sample development programs with automakers, including General Motors, Hyundai Motors and Honda Motors. In addition, SES is backed by investors including SK, Temasek, Geely, Shanghai Auto, Vertex, Koch, LG, Tianqi Lithium, Applied Materials, and others. SES’ system approach is designed to deliver * A step change in energy density up to 400 Wh/kg and/or Wh/L (actual measurement, not simulated numbers), significantly increasing the range of EVs and eVTOLs * A fast-charge capability from 10% State-of-Charge to 80% in under 15 minutes * Precise cell performance and health monitoring and incident prediction and prevention * Lower total cost since Li-Metal paired with lower cost cathode (nickel/cobalt free) can achieve similar energy density as Li-ion paired with higher cost cathode (high nickel)* Rapid and practical commercialization roadmap since the manufacturing process of Li-Metal is similar to Li-ion. This is evidenced by 5 global automakers that are backing SES including General Motors, Hyundai Motors, Honda Motors, Geely, and Shanghai Auto.