Using low-cost graphene in the cathodes enhances charge rates and energy density in batteries, making this technology a game-changer for the industry. This approach helps cut lithium-ion battery charging times in half and reduces manufacturing costs by 12%. CEO Joe Stevenson is leading this startup.
Graphene is an essential component of Nanotech Energy batteries. We take advantage of its qualities to improve the performance of standard lithium-ion batteries. In comparison to copper, it’s up to 70% more conductive at room temperature, which allows for efficient electron transfer during operation of the battery.
Boosting energy density: Graphene possesses an astonishingly high surface area and excellent electrical conductivity. By incorporating graphene into the electrodes of Li-ion batteries, we can create myriad pathways for lithium ions to intercalate, increasing the battery's energy storage capacity.
Graphene-based batteries represent a revolutionary leap forward, addressing many of the shortcomings of lithium-ion batteries. These batteries conduct electricity much faster than conventional battery materials, offer a higher energy density, and charge faster because of Graphene.
Graphene-like carbon, being approximately one hundred times thinner than conventional carbon black coatings, not only reduces impedance but also increases the energy density of the battery. Since cell impedance is directly responsible for energy loss in batteries, graphene coatings offer significant benefits.
Graphene, a remarkable material with exceptional properties, is emerging as a game-changer in the battery industry. Discovered in 2004, graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb lattice, making it the thinnest and strongest material ever known.