Researchers have developed a seawater-based battery that can withstand up to 380,000 charging cycles, which is 40 times longer than current lithium-ion batteries.According to Interesting Engineering, the new battery type could revolutionize the future of energy storage. Scientists have used sodium-ion technology, which not only significantly extends the life of batteries, but also makes them safer and more environmentally friendly compared to traditional lithium batteries.One of the main advantages of such a battery is its durability - it can withstand up to 380,000 charging cycles. For comparison, modern lithium-ion batteries can withstand an average of 5,000-10,000 charging cycles, while a sodium-ion battery based on seawater can operate for decades without significant loss of capacity.Researchers note that sodium-ion batteries are able to work effectively in extreme conditions, in particular, during rapid charging and discharging or at low temperatures.The technology has already attracted interest from companies involved in renewable energy, as such batteries can be an ideal solution for storing energy from solar and wind power plants. In addition, they have a low cost, since sodium is much cheaper than lithium and is available in large quantities.The developers are confident that the new batteries can revolutionize the energy industry, reducing dependence on rare materials and increasing the efficiency of energy storage.
SOURCE: https://dev.ua/news/novyi-typ-batarei-pratsiuie-v-40-raziv-dovshe-za-litii-ionni-akkumuliary-1742898909
