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Researchers developed an anode-free lithium metal battery that delivers nearly double driving range using the same battery volume. The battery's volumetric energy density of 1,270 Wh/L is nearly twice that of current lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles.
Researchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, have precisely detected quantum tunneling of hydrogen atoms in palladium metal. Hydrogen atoms can pass through energy barriers via quantum tunneling due to 'quantum' effects.
Researchers have created a novel three-dimensional porous structure that improves the lifespan and safety of lithium-metal batteries. The design allows for uniform lithium deposition, reducing the risk of internal short-circuits or explosions.
Researchers at WVU have designed a fuel cell that can switch between storing and generating electricity, making it suitable for balancing an overwhelmed US electrical grid. The new design, called conformally coated scaffold, stays stable even at high temperatures and humidity levels.
A new hydrogel material combines toughness, electrical conductivity, and environmental sustainability, offering a promising solution for flexible electronics. The hydrogel exhibits exceptional mechanical properties and antibacterial properties, making it suitable for applications in strain sensors and supercapacitors.
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a promising solid electrolyte for all-solid-state batteries, showing high conductivity and formability. The new electrolyte, Na2.25TaCl4.75O1.25, also exhibits superior mechanical properties and electrochemical stability.
A new type of gel developed by MLU chemists improves the safety and service life of lithium-ion batteries. Initial lab studies show that it also enhances battery performance, remaining stable at over five volts.
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed a process to create solid sulfide electrolytes with world-high sodium ion conductivity and glass electrolytes with high reduction resistance. This breakthrough enhances the practical use of all-solid-state sodium batteries.
Researchers have discovered a new type of pyrochlore-type oxyfluoride with high ionic conductivity and air stability, suitable for electric vehicles, airplanes, and miniaturization applications. The material exhibits low activation energy and operates within a wide temperature range.
Researchers have created a fire-inhibiting, nonflammable gel polymer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries, increasing ion conductivity by 33% and improving life characteristics by 110%. The electrolyte prevents radical chain reactions during combustion, effectively inhibiting battery fires.
A team of researchers at UNIST has developed solid electrolyte materials utilizing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to improve the efficiency of hydrogen fuel cells. The new materials demonstrate high hydrogen ion conductivity and durability, holding promise for advancing sustainable energy solutions.
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a framework to predict how the structure of solid-state electrolytes affects battery performance. The framework uses a genetic algorithm and computational modeling to accurately predict electrolyte conductivity and identify key factors that affect performance.
A new flow battery design has achieved a record-breaking 60% increase in peak power using a dissolved simple sugar called β-cyclodextrin, which boosts battery capacity and longevity. The battery maintained its energy storage and release capabilities for over a year without significant loss of activity.
Researchers from Tokyo Tech have developed a new strategy to produce solid electrolytes with enhanced lithium-ion conductivity, preserving their superionic conduction pathways. The proposed design rule enables the synthesis of high-entropy active materials for millimeter-thick battery electrodes.
Nagoya University researchers have developed a poly(styrenesulfonic acid)-based PEM with an ultrahigh density of sulfonic acid groups, exceeding five times that of typical commercially available membranes. The new membrane exhibits a proton conductivity of 0.93 S/cm at 80°C under 90%RH, six times higher than Nafion or Selemion under th...
A new Bi-containing compound, LaBi1.9Te0.1O4.05Cl, exhibits high chemical and electrical stability and a high oxide-ion conductivity superior to other materials at low temperatures. The unique mechanism underlying the high conductivity is explained by an interstitialcy migration of oxide ions through the lattice and interstitial sites.
Developed by Incheon National University researchers, the new membranes exhibit high mechanical strength, phase separation, and ionic conductivity. The 40% crosslinked membrane showed the highest relative humidity, normalized conductivity, and peak power density, surpassing commercial membranes.