Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer CATL has announced a new development in battery technology that will revolutionalise the EV industry: condensed batteries.
The condensed batteries boast a single-cell energy density of up to 500Wh/kg, reportedly the highest energy density for a single cell. This means the batteries can storage much more energy in a smaller space and due to the use of solid electrolytes, they are less likely to catch fire or explode – a common issue with lithium-ion batteries.
Initially, the Chinese company plans to use this technology in aviation, but it could also be implemented in the automotive industry to increase the range and safety of electric cars. The development of condensed batteries marks a major breakthrough in energy storage solutions, which will be beneficial for both the aviation and automotive industries.
Condensed batteries are an innovative energy storage solution that uses solid electrolytes instead of liquid or gel electrolytes used in traditional lithium-ion batteries.
