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GM researchers demonstrate hierarchical electrode architectures for high energy lithium-chalcogen rechargeable batteries

Green Car Congress

Lithium-chalcogen batteries—e.g., lithium-sulfur (Li-S) and lithium selenium (Li-Se) systems— are promising candidates for high energy electrical storage solution. 1 —much higher than what can be achieved using the materials and parameters reported in the literature. 2018.07.015.

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How clean is EV battery manufacturing?

Electric Auto Association

When EV batteries degrade enough to be unsuitable for cars (about 70% capacity remaining), they are re-used for electricity storage. Battery Usage Electric car batteries are generally warranted for 8 years or 100,000 miles, but new EV batteries are lasting much longer—in some cases, close to 500,000 miles.

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How clean is EV battery manufacturing?

Electric Auto Association

When EV batteries degrade enough to be unsuitable for cars (about 70% capacity remaining), they are re-used for electricity storage. Battery Usage Electric car batteries are generally warranted for 8 years or 100,000 miles, but new EV batteries are lasting much longer—in some cases, close to 500,000 miles.

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