SweetBunFactory /iStock Japanese researchers at Yokohama National University have demonstrated a promising alternative to nickel and cobalt-based batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). Their approach uses manganese in the anode to create a high-energy density battery that is both cost-effective and sustainable.
Researchers used state-of-the-art electron microscopes to capture atomic-scale pictures of the manganese-based material in action. They found that after applying their process, the material formed a nanoscale semi-ordered structure that actually enhanced the battery performance, allowing it to densely store and deliver energy.
Innovations in manganese-based lithium-ion batteries could lead to more efficient and durable power sources for electric vehicles, offering high energy density and stable performance without voltage decay. Researchers have developed a sustainable lithium-ion battery using manganese, which could revolutionize the electric vehicle industry.
That nanoscale monoclinic crystal arrangement is the key that unlocks manganese's true high-performance potential as a battery electrode. It allows phase transitions that prevent the cathode from getting structurally trapped in a low-capacity state. The only downside is that manganese is pretty soluble and can dissolve over time in the battery.
On top of that, unlike some other manganese batteries, they don't seem to suffer from voltage decay. Voltage decay is a phenomenon where the voltage decreases over time, reducing the performance and responsiveness of electronics. It's common in manganese-based materials.
The only downside is that manganese is pretty soluble and can dissolve over time in the battery. Overcoming this issue remains a challenge, but the researchers found it could be mitigated by using highly concentrated electrolytes and a lithium phosphate coating.
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