In the pursuit of next-generation battery technologies that go beyond the limitations of lithium-ion, it is important to look into the future and predict the trajectory of these advancements. By doing so, we can grasp the transformational potential these technologies hold for the global energy scenario.
A review on new-generation batteries dealt with an exhaustive and graduated approach. Beginning with an exploration of batteries before lithium, the review then extensively covers contemporary lithium-ion battery technologies, followed by an in-depth examination of both existing and promising future battery technologies.
These next-generation batteries may also use different materials that purposely reduce or eliminate the use of critical materials, such as lithium, to achieve those gains. The components of most (Li-ion or sodium-ion [Na-ion]) batteries you use regularly include: A current collector, which stores the energy.
In summary, the paper provided an overview of the evolving landscape of new-generation battery technologies, with a particular focus on advancements in material research. The adopted analysis emphasizes the increasing significance of material innovation as a key factor influencing the development of next-generation batteries.
As the field of battery technology continues to progress, it is evident that future research directions should emphasize and explore novel materials, their synthesis methods, and their impact on enhancing battery performance and sustainability.
The next-generation power source, so-called for the thin layer of solid electrolytes that replace the flammable liquid solution in current lithium-ion batteries, can store energy far more densely.