Researchers at JNCASR in India have developed a sodium-ion battery that charges 80% in just six minutes and lasts through over 3,000 cycles.
The battery is made from a smart design with a special nanostructured anode material coated in carbon and doped with aluminum, leading to fast charging, long-lasting performance, and reliability at high temperatures.
Sodium-ion batteries could be a more cost-effective and safer alternative to lithium-ion batteries, addressing issues like cost, fire risks, and rare materials dependence, supporting various applications from electric vehicles to renewable energy storage.
The innovation is a step towards cleaner and more affordable energy solutions, reducing reliance on costly materials and promoting greener technology, potentially revolutionizing the future of energy storage.