QuantumScape has announced impressive performance figures for what may be the first commercially viable lithium metal solid state battery.

Lithium-ion batteries are currently the preferred technology to power electric vehicles, but they're too expensive for long-duration storage

Lithium-ion batteries, fuel cells and many other devices depend on the high mobility of ions in order to work properly.

Solid-state batteries, currently used in small electronic devices like smart watches, can be safer and more powerful than lithium-ion cells.

Materials scientists have found a way to prevent internal short-circuits, the main cause of fires in lithium (Li)-ion batteries.

Although the supply of lithium around the world is plentiful, getting access to it and extracting it remains challenging and inefficient.

Researchers have developed rechargeable batteries that can store up to six times more charge than ones that are commercially available.

Lithium ions work well for energy storage, however, lithium is an expensive metal with concerns regarding its environmental impact