Bengaluru-based startup has introduced cutting-edge solution "ZEN"

Solution addresses fire risks, limited lifespan of electric vehicle (EV) batteries

India ranked third by registering over 2.7 million electric vehicles by July 2023

A Bengaluru-based startup is introducing a cutting-edge solution named “ZEN”. This solution addresses the fire risks and limited lifespan of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, amid the increasing adoption of EVs in India.

According to data from the Ministry of Heavy Industries, India had registered over 2.7 million electric vehicles by July 2023, with Karnataka ranking third in terms of registrations.

However, concerns have arisen due to incidents involving electric vehicles and battery swapping stations catching fire.

Mohammed Shoeb Ali, co-founder and managing partner at Transition VC, explained that over the past year, more than 200 vehicles in India had caught fire primarily due to issues like overcharging, overheating, and short circuits.

These problems arise because batteries are not designed to withstand such abuse, and if a cell bursts, it can lead to the entire vehicle catching fire due to inadequate safety measures.

In response to this challenge, the Bengaluru-based startup EMO Energy has developed an innovative platform called ZEN. This platform integrates software, hardware, cloud technology, and advanced intelligence to enhance the safety and longevity of batteries.

ZEN is designed to address battery usage in high-energy and high-power applications, ranging from electric two-wheelers to applications in agriculture, mining, and construction.

One of the key features of EMO Energy’s solution is an intelligent battery system that involves immersing the cells in a specially designed fluid. This unique fluid enhances heat dissipation, absorbs energy in the event of a cell rupture, and prevents the transmission of electricity, thus significantly reducing the risk of fire incidents.