Energy-storage cell
The solid-state energy-storage cell with high-melting-point and low-melting-point electrolytes, along with metallic anodes and specific cathode materials, addresses degradation and safety issues, achieving improved energy and power densities for electric vehicles.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- GB · GB
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- AMPOXE LTD
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-24
AI Technical Summary
Lithium-ion batteries face limitations such as low energy and power densities, safety risks due to flammable liquid electrolytes, poor performance in cold temperatures, and high costs associated with electronic protection circuitry and cooling systems, hindering the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Existing solid-state batteries face challenges in scaling and rapid degradation due to interfacial voids and dendrite formation, especially with metallic anodes.
A solid-state energy-storage cell design using a high-melting-point first solid-state electrolyte to isolate anode and cathode, and a low-melting-point second electrolyte to heal interfacial separations, combined with metallic anodes and specific cathode materials, enhances ionic conductivity and stability, allowing for self-healing and improved performance.
The design addresses rapid degradation and safety issues, providing enhanced energy and power densities, improved mechanical stability, and cost-effectiveness, making it suitable for electric vehicles and other applications.
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