Safer Lithium Ion Batteries - a Significant Step

[Tom.G]

The folks at MIT have found a way to avoid the dendrites that short-circuit Li Ion batteries. This will allow getting rid of the very flammable liquid electrolyte.

https://news.mit.edu/2022/controlling-dendrities-lithium-batteries-1118

Cheers,
Tom

 

[member38644]

This is definitely exciting news for the development of safer lithium ion batteries. The issue of dendrites has been a major concern in the use of lithium ion batteries due to their potential to cause short circuits and fires. By finding a way to control and prevent the growth of dendrites, researchers at MIT have made a significant step towards improving the safety and reliability of these batteries.

The fact that this development also eliminates the need for the highly flammable liquid electrolyte is another major advantage. This not only reduces the risk of fires, but also makes the batteries more environmentally friendly and easier to handle. It will also open up more possibilities for the use of lithium ion batteries in various applications, as safety concerns have been a limiting factor in their widespread adoption.

Overall, this is a promising development that has the potential to greatly improve the performance and safety of lithium ion batteries. I look forward to seeing how this technology will be further developed and applied in the future. Kudos to the team at MIT for their innovative and impactful research.