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idw-online
3 months ago

Success for European Battery Project: From Raw Material to (Almost) Fully Developed Car Battery

➀ The EU project led by Empa significantly improved batteries for electric vehicles over four years;

➁ The goal was to scale new materials and technologies to market as quickly as possible;

➂ The project developed a new battery module with higher energy density, better environmental footprint, and improved safety features.

Battery TechnologyLithium-Ion Batterieselectric vehiclesinnovationsustainability
azonano
3 months ago

Nanoporous Helium-Silicon Co-Deposited Anodes for Lithium-Ion Batteries

➀ This study examines the fabrication of nanoporous helium-silicon thin films for lithium-ion battery anodes using a plasma-assisted co-deposition process;

➁ The research focuses on addressing the volume expansion issue of silicon during lithiation and delithiation processes;

➂ The study demonstrates the potential of He-Si co-deposition thin films for high-performance LIB applications.

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idw-online
4 months ago

Thermal Movement: New Approach to Recycling Lithium Batteries

➀ Researchers at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences are developing a new thermal recycling method for lithium-ion batteries to recover valuable materials like lithium, cobalt, aluminum, copper, and nickel.

➁ The current mechanical recycling processes have limitations and inefficiencies, leading to only half of lithium-ion batteries being recycled.

➂ The project aims to develop an efficient process in a reactor oven that can achieve high recovery rates of valuable materials from both small and large batteries.

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idw-online
4 months ago

High Performance in Cold Environments

➀ Researchers have identified a lithium-titanium-phosphate material with negative thermal expansion properties as a potential solution to the problem of reduced performance of lithium-ion batteries in cold environments. ➁ The material's unique crystal structure allows for efficient lithium-ion storage and transport at low temperatures, maintaining high capacity and discharge rates. ➂ This discovery could lead to improved battery performance in cold conditions, benefiting applications such as electric vehicles and aerospace.
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electronicsforu
5 months ago

Lithium-Ion Battery Tech Enhances Cathode Durability

➀ A research team at Pohang University of Science and Technology has developed a strategy to enhance the durability of lithium-rich layered oxide (LLO) materials, a next-generation cathode for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).; ➁ This advancement could extend battery lifespans and enhance their viability for commercial applications.; ➂ The research focuses on oxygen release during charge-discharge cycles and optimizing electrolyte composition to improve battery performance.
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idw-online
9 months ago

Improved Safety and Performance: Researchers Develop Gel Filling for Lithium-ion Batteries

➀ Researchers at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg have developed a new gel to enhance the safety and performance of lithium-ion batteries. ➁ The gel prevents electrolyte leakage and improves battery lifespan and efficiency. ➂ Initial tests show increased stability and potential for easier recycling, though more long-term studies are needed before industrial-scale production.
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electronicsforu
9 months ago

Ultra-Stable Layered Oxide Cathodes For Lithium-Ion Batteries

➀ Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have developed ultra-stable NMC cathodes with a dual-gradient design, enhancing efficiency and lifespan of lithium-ion batteries. ➁ The new cathodes address traditional limitations by operating at higher voltages without rapid capacity loss. ➂ This innovation paves the way for next-generation electric vehicles and energy storage solutions, with plans to reduce cobalt and nickel usage further.
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electronicsforu
9 months ago

Manganese-Based Lithium-Ion Batteries Could Reform EV

➀ Manganese-based lithium-ion batteries are being explored as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to current nickel and cobalt-based batteries in EVs. ➁ A recent study introduced a monoclinic layered structure in LiMnO2 that significantly improves its energy density and performance. ➂ Challenges such as manganese dissolution are being addressed to pave the way for commercialization of these batteries in the EV market.
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idw-online
11 months ago

New Findings Could Lead to Safer, More Stable Metal Batteries

1. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have discovered a method to prevent the formation of damaging surface layers on metal electrodes in batteries; 2. This method involves creating the electrode directly inside the battery through a process called electroplating; 3. The findings could lead to more stable and safer metal batteries, which are crucial for the development of longer-range electric vehicles and aircraft.
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electronicsforu
11 months ago

Thermal Switching Materials For High-Capacity Lithium Ion Batteries

1. Researchers from Tsinghua University and Zhejiang University have developed a new thermal-switching material for high-capacity lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) to enhance safety and performance across various climates and operating conditions. 2. The material, composed of microspheres between graphene layers, regulates temperature by disrupting heat transport when the microspheres expand in response to temperature changes. 3. Initial tests in a 50 Ah Ni-Co-Mn LIB showed the material effectively prevented heat propagation and potential explosions, indicating potential for widespread commercialization in high-capacity batteries.
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