How long does a battery last?

The Battery Management System regulation mode: the more efficient is the battery protection, the longer the service life. Consequently, the service life expectation can be as short as 1 to 2 years, (e.g. in cordless power tool) or up to 20 years (e.g. in in stationnary back-up applications)!

Why do Japanese companies invest in the battery industry?

The fact that some of Japan's most well-known brands internationally, such as Panasonic, and Toshiba, are heavily invested in the battery business is testament to the healthy position Japanese companies enjoy in this industry.

Is Japan a leader in the battery industry?

Japan has played a prominent role in the battery industry for decades, stepping up as one of the global innovators and leaders.

Why should Japanese companies invest in lithium-ion batteries?

It aims to strengthen the domestic production base of liquid-electrolyte lithium batteries, increase production capacity, and secure the domestic and global market for lithium-ion batteries so that Japanese companies do not further lose the market competition before solid-state batteries are commercialised.

Are batteries commercialised in Japan?

batteries are commercialised. Japan imports about 90% of its primary energy requirements and is vulnerable to energy supply disruptions overseas. In recent years, new energy security factors have been studied.

Why does Japan still produce lithium ion batteries?

The production of lithium ion batteries fell markedly in Japan during of the economic downturn precipitated by the Global Financial Crisis in 2008 and the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. However, since those events, production has begun a modest recovery, partly due to a Japanese government subsidy program.