Amprius secures volume purchase order from eVTOL OEM

Amprius Technologies, a manufacturer of next-generation lithium-ion batteries with its Silicon Anode Platform, has exited technical engagement and moved into internal qualification, securing a purchase order from an eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) manufacturer for custom silicon anode cells. Amprius’ advanced cells now serve all major segments of the growing aviation market for electric mobility. The eVTOL manufacturer strategically selected Amprius’ cells to expand flight range and accelerate time-to-market. The custom cells are based on Amprius’ ultra-high-power-high-energy lithium-ion batteries announced in August. “As eVTOL manufacturers strive to create safe and lightweight vehicles, one of the primary challenges is finding