#solid-state battery

Last March 9 in London, the Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (SAIT) alongside the Samsung R&D Institute Japan (SRJ), presented their new study on high-performance, long-lasting all-solid-state batteries to Nature Energy. These new all-solid-state batteries will be able to support larger battery capacities because of their ability to support higher energy density and utilize solid electrolytes, which are safer than traditional lithium-ion batteries. However, there is some concern regarding the use of lithium metal anodes typically used in all-solid-state batteries as these are prone to trigger the growth of dendrites, needle-like crystals that can develop on the anode of a battery during charging. These dendrites can reduce the lifespan and safety of a battery. The leader of the project and Master at SAIT’s Next Generation Battery Lab, Dongmin Im, mentioned that they plan to continue to develop and refine all-solid-state battery materials and manufacturing technologies to help bring EV battery innovation to the next level. Samsung has revealed its plans to use next-generation solid-state batteries on its Galaxy smartphones in the coming future. This has done by Samsung's SDI subsidiary which is the main unit responsible for developing new battery technologies. One executive, with a request for anonymity, told the Korea Herald, “Our technological level to produce a solid-state battery for smartphones will be mature enough in one to two years. Read more in our articles including "Samsung presents new All-Solid-State Battery Technology" and "Samsung to use Solid-State batteries for its Galaxy phones".