RE:RE:New Press Release - Advanced Anode Silicon-Based Material Continues to Deliver Strong Performance at 100 Cycles The performance against the 100% graphite anode is maintained affer 100 cycles. Consistent performance with earlier cycle testing, and I think most of us will expect this to continue eventually through 300 and then 500 cycles.
New info presented that it is ranked 6th out of a bunch of other 18650 batteries against which energy density has been compared. I am sure that the upcoming video is going to speak to that, so that we can better understand whether this is a comparison of top performing 100% graphite anode batteries or all batteries. Because some research into the matter will get you to get an idea that many companies are working on some blends away from 100% graphite anodes. This is an important piece of information because if it is the 6th against graphite, my common sense expectation would be that it is then even lower ranked with more advanced technologies. Is a product "disruptive" if it is not top ranked against existing - to each his own judgment.
Before the pumping crew jumps on me for pointing out these facts presented by the company and applying sound thinking, I will also emphasize what is emphasized in the NR that HPQ will start working on a more optimized blend.