Molly O'Shea talks to Sam D’Amico, founder of Impulse Labs which has created one of the highest quality battery-powered induction stoves, offering unparalleled power, precision, and energy storage.

Following a strong career in consumer electronics, including work at Google Glass and Oculus, Sam envisions a future where distributed battery storage in appliances could help balance grid load and reduce the need for grid infrastructure upgrades. All the while, delivering a premium performance cooktop fit for Michelin-star chefs to pancake fanatics. 

Sam discusses the evolution of battery technology, particularly the advancements made by the U.S. and Tesla to Chinese manufacturers in lithium iron phosphate batteries. Going deeper into the ongoing shifts in global battery manufacturing and the potential for increased U.S. production.

Learn how Impulse Labs, which has raised a $20 million Series A round led by Josh Wolfe of Lux Capital in 2022, aims to be a "Trojan horse" for decentralized battery-powered homes, potentially revolutionizing home energy management and grid stability. 

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Companies mentioned:

Lux Capital - https://www.luxcapital.com/

Tesla - https://www.tesla.com/

Google - https://www.google.com/

Oculus - https://www.meta.com/quest/

Meta - https://about.meta.com/

Bosch - https://www.bosch-home.com/

Thermador - https://www.thermador.com/

Gaggenau - https://www.gaggenau.com/

Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/

LG - https://www.lg.com/

Viking - https://www.vikingrange.com/

Fisker - https://www.fiskerinc.com/

CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited) - https://www.catl.com/en/

BYD (Build Your Dreams) - https://www.byd.com/

Gotion - https://www.gotion.com.cn/en/

Ford - https://www.ford.com/

Restoration Hardware (RH) - https://rh.com/

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro 

(01:04) Sam's Journey: From Pizza Ovens to Battery-Powered Homes

(02:22) Early Influences: Oculus & Google Glass

(08:14) Funding & the Landscape of Home Energy Usage

(10:20) Energy Usage Trends & Appliance Distribution

(12:08) Innovation in the Stove: Power, Precision, and Efficiency

(15:13) The Advantage of Battery Integration: Faster Cooking & Efficiency

(19:34) Sponsor: Archer

(20:18) Integrating Battery-Powered Stoves into Homes

(22:54) Pricing & Market Positioning: Premium Performance & Incentives

(27:47) The Science of Pancakes: Temperature Control & UI/UX

(31:08) The 20-Year Vision: Decentralized Energy & Home Self-Sufficiency

(34:57) Decentralized Grid & Emergency Power Solutions

(38:39) Marketing & Distribution: Targeting Various Markets

(41:12) The Battery Revolution: Technological Advancements & China's Influence

(48:03) Lithium Mining & the Future of Battery Manufacturing

(52:57) A New Economy & the Everyday Appliance Revolution

(53:54) The Path Ahead: Shipping the Product & Scaling the Vision

(54:29) Looking Ahead: Exciting Times for Impulse Labs

(55:07) Wrap

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