It's difficult to form a protective coating that prolongs battery life at the battery's cathode, but there may be a low-cost ...

High-energy-density lithium-ion batteries are essential for next-generation electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI have achieved a breakthrough on the path to practical application of lithium ...

An international team of scientists has identified a surprising factor that accelerates the degradation of lithium-ion batteries leading to a steady loss of charge. This discovery provides a new ...

According to a study published in Science, an international team of scientists has discovered a startling element that speeds up the deterioration of lithium-ion batteries, resulting in a consistent ...

Despite seemingly-endless advances in experimental battery designs, good old lithium-ion batteries continue to be the frontrunner. There’s still plenty of room for improvement though, and now ...

UPTON, NY--In a promising lithium-based battery, the formation of a highly conductive silver matrix transforms a material otherwise plagued by low conductivity. To optimize these multi-metallic ...

Researchers have found that the irregular movement of lithium ions in next-generation battery materials could be reducing their capacity and hindering their performance. Researchers have found that ...

A conductive silver matrix forming inside an otherwise poorly performing battery enhances its efficiency and potential applications. X-rays revealed where, when, and how these nanoscale "bridges" ...