<p>Ilika’s Goliath batteries are proving their worth beyond EVs, with live-fire defence tests showcasing exceptional resilience. As geopolitical tensions rise, this unexpected application could open a new commercial pathway while reinforcing the safety advantages of solid-state technology.Key Moments:</p><ul><li><strong>00:04 – 00:25</strong>: Introduction and context around UK defence agency testing</li><li><strong>00:25 – 00:47</strong>: Goliath batteries originally built for EV roadmap, not defence</li><li><strong>00:47 – 01:22</strong>: Shift in demand driven by rising geopolitical tensions</li><li><strong>01:27 – 02:06</strong>: Firing range tests vs nail penetration tests explained</li><li><strong>02:06 – 03:13</strong>: Defence use cases: infantry gear, vehicles, drones</li><li><strong>03:13 – 04:05</strong>: Licensing model and pilot line production strategy</li><li><strong>04:05 – 04:42</strong>: Upcoming feedback from automotive customers</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Ilika plc develops solid-state battery technology, with its Goliath cells designed primarily for electric vehicles, alongside its smaller-scale Stereax batteries targeting IoT and medical applications.</p><p>#Ilika #SolidStateBatteries #EVTechnology #DefenceTech #BatteryInnovation #EnergyStorage #AdvancedMaterials #CleanTech #Investing #UKStocks</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>