Battery Science – News and Features

This article explores the cutting-edge materials shaping the future of battery science, enabling the development of longer-lasting and fast-charging batteries.

A new AI-driven framework is helping researchers to identify ideal battery electrolytes by scoring molecules for conductivity, stability and efficiency.

Researchers have developed new solid-state electrolytes for next-generation batteries using a low-temperature approach. The method, known as cold sintering, allows for additives that would otherwise burn up in traditional sintering to be used.

Researchers have developed an innovative single-step laser printing technique that rapidly accelerates lithium-sulfur battery manufacturing. The new method slashes the time needed to prepare the sulfur cathode materials for use.

Researchers have developed a promising next-generation anode material that could offer better fast-charging and longer lifespans than traditional graphite anodes.

Researchers have developed a separator made from corn protein and plastic that helps improve the lifespan of lithium-sulfur batteries. This could expand their use as high-energy low-weight batteries for vehicles and other applications.

By applying a stabilizing coating and creating microscale channels in the electrodes, scientists have created EV battery test cells that charge 500% faster in sub-zero temperatures, solving a major issue for prospective EV buyers.

A new computational model developed by mechanical engineers has helps to explain the mechanisms that trigger lithium plating, a common reason for accelerated degradation or failure in fast-charging batteries.

Overheating batteries are a serious fire risk. Now, researchers have developed a mini-battery that is intentionally more prone to thermal runaway, allowing for rapid safety screening and early-stage feedback for new battery designs.

Researchers have developed a new method for destroying many types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that also recovers their fluorine content for future use. The technique could help make fluorochemistry more sustainable, they say.