Solid-State Batteries Could Revolutionize Energy Storage

Compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries, solid-state batteries offer shorter charging times, lower operating temperatures, and the ability to store more energy in smaller spaces. A new paper published by the University of California, Riverside in the journal 'Nano Energy' explains how this technology is poised to transform various fields, from electric vehicles to consumer electronics, representing a significant leap in energy storage. These batteries replace the flammable liquids used in standard batteries with safer and more efficient solid materials. Current batteries may take 30 to 45 minutes to charge up to 80%, while solid-state batteries can reduce this time to just 12 minutes, and in some cases, as little as 3 minutes. Cengiz Ozkan, a professor of mechanical engineering at UC Riverside and the lead author of the study, stated that their advantages stem from chemistry and engineering. 'By removing the liquid and using stable solid materials, we can safely inject more charge into the battery at once without the risk of overheating or catching fire,' he said.