Gelion completes QinetiQ drone-mission battery validation
Gelion completed the APC-funded ARMD4 programme after QinetiQ independently built and tested lithium-sulfur pouch cells using its NES sulfur cathode material.
Evidence notes
- QinetiQ applied a repeated mission profile of 6C take-off, 3C cruise and 6C landing across 50 cycles.
- The cells paired Gelion’s NES cathode with lithium-metal anodes and maintained stable voltage and power with limited degradation.
- The programme finished on time and budget and gives Gelion a validated basis for discussions with defence, aerospace and drone partners.
Company context
Gelion develops lithium-sulfur battery materials and cell technology for high-energy applications including drones, aerospace and advanced robotics. Its NES sulfur cathode is designed for manufacturability on conventional lithium-ion production equipment.