Fraunhofer ISE and its partners have developed thicker electrodes that could increase battery cell energy density by 10% to 15% without adding weight. The electrodes are a PFAS-free, solvent-free concept that has been demonstrated in lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and zinc-ion cells and is designed for cost-effective mass production.
PFAS or Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are a group of synthetic organofluorine chemical compounds that have multiple fluorine atoms attached to an alkyl chain and are often referred to as forever chemicals. Being PFAS free is important because PFAS contamination threatens public health, wildlife and the quality of our natural environment.
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PSR Analysis: Capital costs and production costs are expected to be much lower since this production process doesn’t use toxic solvents. A 10% or even 15% improvement in energy density of a battery is a big plus, leading to improved range or weight reduction. However, as usual with this new technology, it will be some time before it appears in your battery powered machine. PSR
