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Overlapping Themes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The themes often overlap in one area or another. Like cars, mobile electric appliances, work machines or two-wheeled vehicles all need safe, powerful batteries. New materials for thermal management or other applications in electric powertrains are involved on occasion. \u201cThe requirements converge in the high-performance range where the energy densities are high. At Freudenberg, we are familiar with the requirements for individual components and systems. We understand the systemic interrelationships. And we have the expertise to produce large quantities in uniform quality,\u201d Bott said. When the work is coupled with in-depth expertise in materials, it is possible to score points in both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The auto industry has traditionally been a pioneer on technical trends, and the same is true with electric mobility. \u201cWe are trying to adapt newly developed technologies and materials for industrial applications and create special concepts for them,\u201d he said. Solutions developed for automotive purposes are often modified for GI applications. For example, a modified DIAvent pressure equalization valve might be suitable for batteries in other areas of application. Sometimes \u00adautomotive products are developed further with additional functions. This creates added value through functional integration, by integrating a measurement or cooling function, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In turn, GI is pressing ahead with the use of hydrogen for internal combustion engines and with materials adapted to hydrogen as a\u00a0fuel. The industrial sector will also drive technologies for electrolysis and the sealing of stationary hydrogen storage systems. In the end, this means both worlds\u00a0\u2013 Automotive and GI\u00a0\u2013 can benefit and learn from one another.<\/p>\n