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A new type of AA lithium-ion battery can be charged via USB-C, offering a convenient alternative to traditional batteries, and performs well in devices like a modded Game Boy Advance, though NiMH batteries remain a safer choice for some uses.
MIT researchers developed a new model based on coupled ion-electron transfer to better understand lithium intercalation in batteries, which could lead to faster charging and longer-lasting lithium-ion batteries by optimizing reaction rates and electrolyte composition.
Cornell researchers have developed a novel porous crystal design that enhances lithium-ion transport in solid-state batteries, potentially preventing battery explosions. This design uses a fusion of macrocycle and molecular cage structures to create one-dimensional nanochannels, significantly improving ion conductivity. The breakthrough promises safer, more efficient batteries and has potential applications in water purification and bioelectronics. The findings are detailed in a paper published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society.
Sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a potential alternative to lithium-ion batteries, which have dominated the market for decades. This shift is driven by concerns over the environmental and social impacts of lithium mining and processing.