RBCT Chapter 54 Establishment of Transsion Energy and Transsion Motors
Chapter 54 Establishment of Transsion Energy and Transsion Motors
"The technology is very mature. For the sample, the cost per watt-hour can be reduced to 0.8 yuan, which is 30% lower than the current 1.2 yuan."
Wang Mengyang glanced at the battery in Shen Fei's hand and then confidently said, "Moreover, we're using graphene composite electrode material, which is safer and won't cause thermal runaway."
Therefore, it is naturally suited for new energy electric vehicles.
Shenfei carefully examined the test report, especially the energy density of 145Wh/kg. Although this number may seem insignificant in later generations, it was terrifying in 2009.
Keep in mind that even 10 years from now, the energy density of mainstream electric vehicle batteries will only be 200Wh/kg.
"How did you do that? Is it complicated?"
"There are two main operations, which are not actually that complicated. The key is the ability to keep secrets." Wang Mengyang walked to the whiteboard next to him and drew a diagram.
"We have improved the graphene dispersion process."
Traditionally, graphene agglomeration affects conductivity. We developed an ultrasonic-chemical synergistic dispersion method to ensure that graphene is uniformly distributed within the electrode.
Shen Fei nodded silently upon hearing this, but he knew very well that this was definitely not the most important reason, after all, they had also made great strides in batteries in their previous life.
No battery can compare to Huaxin Technology's.
Get to the point.
"Actually, it's just adding silicon, along with a mysterious additive we developed, which allows silicon to maintain stability, thus significantly increasing energy density."
Then there's that mysterious additive that also has self-repairing capabilities. Mr. Shen should also know that micro-cracks can appear in the electrode materials during battery charging and discharging, affecting its lifespan.
This additive can automatically repair cracks, resulting in an exceptionally long cycle life.
Wang Mengyang knew that Shen Fei was technically skilled, so he gave a brief explanation and then continued with his experiment.
Shen Fei didn't say much, continuing to look around the lab for a while. He knew the researchers didn't want him to say much either, so after a while, he finally spoke:
"Ladies and gentlemen, I have two announcements to make."
Everyone stopped what they were doing and looked at him. After all, Professor Wang had told them that President Shen was technically savvy and wouldn't say anything out of line.
If they speak up, it will definitely be what they've been waiting for.
Sure enough, their faces soon lit up with surprise.
"The first thing is that the high-density project team will receive a collective bonus of 500 million yuan, and Professor Wang Mengyang will receive an additional 200 million yuan."
The 500 million yuan bonus will be distributed according to contributions, and the bonus will be credited to the account this afternoon.
As expected, the lab erupted in excitement at the mention of money. Some young researchers hugged each other and cheered, while others even jumped up in excitement.
Seeing this, Shen Fei waved his hand and continued, "This is just a phase bonus. If the energy density can reach 175Wh/kg by the end of the year, I will give you another 500 million."
If we can produce over 200 by this time next year, the year-end bonus for everyone on the project team will triple.
The celebrations at the scene grew even louder; this was a huge prize.
Even Wang Mengyang himself came closer: "President Shen, this...this is too much."
"Not much." Shen Fei shook his head. In his previous life, the project bonuses he awarded started at least in the tens of millions.
If it weren't for the fact that I had just acquired Huawei and other companies and was short of money, I would have definitely made amends to my previous life.
"Professor Wang, the value you have created goes far beyond this."
Regarding the new energy battery project you mentioned earlier, I have approved it. What is the approximate budget?
Wang Mengyang was overjoyed and quickly began to calculate: "Initial research and development of electro-cells will cost around 20 million. If we establish a production line... it might cost more, close to 100 million."
"I'll approve two hundred million for you directly." Shen Fei didn't hesitate at all when Wang Mengyang said this; he was trustworthy.
"You'll be the chief executive officer of Transsion Energy, a separate entity. You'll build your own team, and if you need to recruit anyone, just give me the list, and I'll talk to them."
"President Shen..." Wang Mengyang's voice was a little choked up. "Aren't you afraid I'll fail?"
"What are you afraid of?" Shen Fei patted him on the shoulder. "The worst outcome is that two hundred million goes down the drain, but what if we succeed..."
His gaze returned to the battery, and he recalled that in the not-too-distant future, the penetration rate of new energy sources would reach 70% or 80%...
"Once we develop a battery that can last for 1000km and won't break down in winter, Transsion will be more than just a mobile phone company."
"If you'd like, we can even establish our own new energy brand."
He patted Wang Mengyang on the shoulder again: "Of course, these are all future plans, and everything depends on you, Professor Wang."
"If you need any resources, go to Huang Tianya. If he can't solve it, come directly to me."
Shen Fei's words were simple; he was very determined about this matter.
If he can't solve it, he'll resort to cheating.
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On the way back, Secretary Li Ziqi couldn't help but ask, "President Shen, are you really going to invest 200 million yuan in car batteries? Isn't that too risky?"
"An adventure." Shen Fei stopped and looked at her. "Ziqi, you need to know that this year is the first year of new energy vehicles. All sorts of policies are being introduced."
In March, they just issued an announcement aiming to achieve a production capacity of 500,000 units within a year. But those people's hearts aren't in that; they just want to make some easy money.
We possess battery technology, which gives us a natural advantage. For the sake of industry development, we cannot let them succeed…
Shen Fei didn't continue, but Li Ziqi immediately caught her breath. This wasn't just a 200 million yuan investment; it was a ticket to a trillion-yuan market.
If the policy remains unchanged, then just by receiving subsidies, they can easily recoup those two hundred million...
While she was thinking, Shen Fei continued:
"Take this opportunity to first establish Transsion Motors, then have General Manager Huang investigate which traditional car companies have gone bankrupt or are poorly managed, and then start applying for our new energy vehicle manufacturing license."
"clear."
Back in his office, Shen Fei took out his phone. Zhang Mingzhu had sent him a message: "I've finished meeting up with my girlfriends. I'm planning to go back to Guangzhou the day after tomorrow."
Okay, I'll come pick you up.
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On July 1st, the layout of the SEG Electronics Market in Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen, has quietly changed.
Although the chip trading season is still bustling with activity on the surface, with mobile phone manufacturers and purchasing agents from all over the country still coming here to find bargains.
Even some major mobile phone manufacturers have to purchase from them, since there are many large MediaTek distributors here, who can obtain the chips needed by mobile phone manufacturers at lower prices.
This is especially true for some chips that do not have particularly large shipment volumes.
At an unassuming stall, Zhao Zhizheng, the purchasing manager of Waveguide, carefully examined various details of an MTK 6225 chip.
After his inspection, it was confirmed to be a brand new MediaTek chip, not one of those low-quality secondhand chips. If the price was right…
He immediately put down the chip and quickly offered the stall owner a cigarette: "Boss, what's the price of this chip?"
The stall owner, a rather thin middle-aged man, glanced at him, casually took the cigarette, tossed it behind his ear, and said, "The price is definitely based on the boss's purchase quantity; the larger the quantity, the cheaper it is. Over 5 pieces, 11 yuan per piece."