High Power, High Energy Lithium Battery from Thin-film Carbon Nanotube Electrodes

Dr. Simon Jones supervises the research and development efforts for lithium primary and advanced rechargeable technologies at Contour Energy Systems. Dr. Jones works closely with Contour's partners at universities, national laboratories and other institutions for the licensing and development of other advanced battery technologies and platforms. Dr Jones received a D. Phil in Chemistry from the University of Oxford, UK, and is the author of over 30 scientific publications. He has over ten years experience in materials research for emerging technologies, including electrochemistry, organic electronics and nanotechnology.

Contour Energy Systems is an innovative portable power company commercializing customizable battery technologies for a wide range of cross-industry applications. Contour's next-generation battery systems are designed to deliver unprecedented improvements in energy and power density, and are capable of performing in extreme operating conditions at significantly improved costs. Founded through the collaboration of CalTech and CNRS, the French National Center for Scientific Research, the company combines expertise in nano-materials science, patented Fluorinetic™ technologies and proprietary manufacturing processes to significantly advance the state of portable power. Additionally, the company has recently licensed new cathode technology from MIT. Headquartered in Azusa, CA, Contour Energy is managed by a world-class team of battery industry leaders from CalTech, ConocoPhillips, Duracell, Energizer, General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, SANYO and Ultralife. The company is privately held with funding from CMEA Capital, Harris and Harris, Schlumberger and US Venture Partners.