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NEO Battery Materials, Korea Zinc, and Taesung are partnering to advance composite copper current collector technology for high-performance lithium-ion batteries targeting drones and robotics. The collaboration aims to enhance battery performance by optimizing composite copper foils, which reduce copper usage and improve energy density.

Under a memorandum of understanding, the partners will conduct joint research to validate foil performance and develop system-level battery prototypes. Korea Zinc and Taesung will lead material development, while NEO focuses on manufacturing and testing. Successful demonstration of these batteries by year-end could significantly impact the Korean battery industry.