A new sinter-free method to produce lithium ceramic has been developed, paving the way for more efficient lithium-ion batteries. This breakthrough method offers a sustainable and economical approach to battery design, potentially eliminating reliance on elements like cobalt.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition.
DOI: 10.1002/anie.202304581
FYI it took 20 years for Lithium-Ion Batteries to become viable for use and another 15 before they were widely used. This stuff doesn’t happen over night. If we hear about it now it will probably be another 10 years before its usable.
Lab to commercialisation is usually a long journey in time.