Qnovo
San Francisco, CA, United States
About
Founded in 2010, Qnovo is a private company headquartered in San Francisco, United States with approximately 51-200 employees specializing in Energy Storage.
Qnovo is a battery technology company that develops intelligent battery management systems and adaptive software for optimizing lithium-ion battery safety, performance, and longevity. The company provides Adaptive Fast Charging (AFC) and SpectralX battery intelligence software that extend battery life by up to 50%, reduce degradation, enable faster charging without compromising battery health, and support second-life applications for energy storage. Qnovo's technology, deployed across 250 million consumer devices and millions of vehicle kilometers, uses real-time diagnostics, machine learning, and physics-based chemical models to monitor individual battery cells and dynamically adjust charging parameters. The software integrates with existing battery management systems as an AUTOSAR application without requiring additional hardware and supports all major lithium-ion cell chemistries and manufacturers. Applications include electric vehicles, commercial fleets, electrified railways, energy storage systems, and consumer electronics.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, United States
Operating locations (3)
- Detroit, MI, United States
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Seoul, South Korea
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ISO 9001:2015
ISO 26262
Automotive SPICE
Awards
R&D 100 Award
Edison Awards
Partnerships
NXP Semiconductors, Sonatus, Vanderhall Motor Works, FCNT
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Management & team
Nadim Maluf
CEO
Dania Ghantous
Co-Founder and Head of Technology
Christina Teng
VP, Finance & Administration
David Coakley
VP, Marketing Communications
Sam Kanakamedala
VP, Sales
Al Chami
VP, Product
Hurley Davis
VP, Operations
TaeSung Kim
Managing Director, Korea
Frequently asked questions
published by the companyWhat is battery intelligence software?
Battery intelligence software uses real-time data, analytics, and advanced models to monitor battery behavior, optimize performance, and extend battery life. Unlike traditional battery management systems that rely on fixed limits, battery intelligence software adapts to actual battery condition to improve safety, reliability, and lifecycle economics.
How does Qnovo's adaptive charging differ from conventional fast charging?
Conventional fast charging follows static protocols that apply the same charging behavior regardless of battery condition. Adaptive charging dynamically adjusts charging parameters in real time based on the battery's actual health, temperature, and operating state, enabling faster charging while reducing degradation and preserving long-term battery performance.
Why is Adaptive Fast Charging important for electric vehicles?
Qnovo Adaptive Fast Charging enables faster, more reliable charging without compromising battery health. By continuously optimizing charging behavior, AFC helps reduce range anxiety, maintain consistent performance across operating conditions, and extend battery life, improving both the driver experience and vehicle economics.
Does Adaptive Fast Charging require additional hardware?
No. Qnovo Adaptive Fast Charging is a software-only solution that runs on the vehicle MCU as an AUTOSAR application. It integrates with existing battery management systems through standardized APIs and does not require additional hardware.
How does AFC help extend battery life?
AFC continuously monitors each series element in the battery pack and adjusts charging speed based on the weakest element's condition. This closed-loop approach reduces stress on the battery during fast charging, limits degradation, and can deliver up to 50% cycle life extension compared to conventional charging practices.
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