AnteoTech (ASX:ADO) said 890 cycles with 80% capacity retention were achieved for a 70% Silicon Ultranode X technology anode, with 1,070 cycles at 70% capacity also achieved, according to a Friday Australian bourse filing.

Ultranode X seeks to maximize the cycle life for high-energy, high-cycle-life applications such as those required for electric vehicles. It is targeting further improvements to deliver 1,000 cycles at 80% capacity retention.

The firm is working with Mercedes-Benz, and it has gathered an in-depth understanding of anode requirements in the electric vehicle market.