Technical Documents
White Paper
Our white paper introduces Obsidia™, an energy-dense anode material designed for low volumetric swelling and an extended voltage range in Li‑ion batteries. It details how Obsidia™—a stable SiOC carbon composite ceramic—can be evaluated as a graphite substitute or additive, including discussion of performance implications from simple substitution of a small percentage for graphite. The paper also frames Obsidia™’s relevance to supply-chain resilience, noting that >90% of battery‑grade graphite supply is controlled by China and highlighting the need for feasible alternatives. You’ll find technical rationale for why Obsidia™ is positioned as a practical candidate: micron-sized (no nano requirements), air stable, non-toxic, and produced from 100% domestic, low-cost, commercially available feedstocks.
Poster Presentation
This poster presents Obsidia™, a stable, energy‑dense anode material engineered to deliver high capacity with exceptionally low volumetric expansion during lithiation. It highlights experimental validation showing only 2–5% swelling, long cycle life (>80% capacity retention after 1,000 cycles), and robust performance across an extended voltage range. Designed as a drop‑in replacement for graphite, Obsidia™ integrates seamlessly into existing lithium‑ion manufacturing processes while enabling safer storage, transport, and operation. The work also emphasizes Obsidia™’s fully domestic sourcing and production, addressing supply‑chain risk and supporting U.S. energy security. Together, these attributes position Obsidia™ to address multi‑billion‑dollar anode material markets with a scalable, commercially viable solution.