Automakers worldwide are actively working on research and development to transform internal combustion engine vehicles into electric vehicles as part of global initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality. As a result, the race to enhance battery performance, which powers electric vehicles, is increasing.
Schematic diagram of KIST battery analysis platform. Image Credit: Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST)
Due to ongoing advancements in energy density and efficiency, lithium-ion batteries have maintained a commanding market dominance across most market categories since their introduction in 1991, from small home appliances to electric cars.
The expansion and deterioration of the anode material are two phenomena that occur within such batteries but are currently poorly understood.
According to a study from the Korea Institute of Science and Technology, a team under…