Researchers solved the mystery of how soft lithium dendrites crack the hard ceramic inside solid-state batteries, triggering ...

Lithium-metal batteries are among the most promising technologies for energy storage. They offer significantly more energy in less space — and at a lower weight. However, one phenomenon slows down ...

Tiny metal spikes can short-circuit a solid-state battery. Researchers at MIT found a way to avoid them.

New research explains dendrite propagation, paving the way for safer and longer-lasting next-generation batteries. (Nanowerk News) Smartphones, electric vehicles and many portable devices rely on ...

Researchers have developed a two-step method for diagnosing micro short circuits in lithium-ion batteries, aiming to catch an early-stage fault that can eventually contribute to serious safety ...

Next-generation batteries that use new electrolyte materials could achieve far higher energy density than today's lithium-ion ...