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MIT electrolyte enables ultra-high voltage Ni-rich cathodes in Li-metal batteries

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MIT researchers and colleagues at two national laboratories have developed a sulfonamide-based electrolyte that enables stable cycling of a commercial LiNi 0.8 V in lithium-metal batteries (LMBs). There’s still really nothing that allows a good rechargeable lithium-air battery.

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Promising EV Trends to Lookout For in 2023

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Companies Will Have More Affordable EVs Their Lineup As major automakers around the world develop their nascent EV lines, dozens of new EV vehicles including new premium models, middle-market sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks will make their debuts in global markets in 2023 and 2024. billion in 2021 to $848.94

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Systematic review of EV battery pack costs suggests economies of scale may push cost toward US$200/kWh without further cell chemistry improvements

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If costs reach US$150 per kWh this is commonly considered as the point of commercialization of BEV. The single most important factor in achieving a compelling and affordable mass-market BEV is its relative cost. Source: Nykvist and Nilsson (2015). Click to enlarge.

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