The most common criticism of electric vehicles (EVs) and smartphones is that they take too long to charge.
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Why would anyone want to drive a car requiring more than a minute of recharging? Imagine, however, an electric vehicle with a battery that charges extremely quickly and has a long driving range, or visualize a smartphone that sets in under a minute. Although it might seem impossible, the advancements in graphene batteries are bringing these possibilities to life.
The Downfall of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-based batteries are acknowledged as one of the promising substitutes for applications in energy storage due to their high energy density. These batteries power our computers, smartphones, and even our cars.
One issue that lithium-ion battery continues to have is safety. The liquid contained within a lithium-ion…