Researchers have tweaked the traditional lithium-ion battery formula to deliver high capacity in high-power discharges - exactly what we need for home energy storage and EV batteries
Researchers at the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology have improved lithium-ion battery performance by adding graphitic carbon nitride to the cathode. This modification significantly increases power density and capacity during high-rate discharges, potentially benefiting electric vehicles and home energy storage.
Why it matters
This breakthrough could address critical limitations in current battery technology, enabling faster charging and more efficient energy storage for the growing EV market.
Science Researchers have tweaked the traditional lithium-ion battery formula to deliver high capacity in high-power discharges — exactly what we need for home energy storage and EV batteries TechRadar Follow David Nield Mon, September 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM UTC Add us on Google When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.
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With so many modern-day devices dependent on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, scientists are hard at work trying to figure out ways of improving the tech — and a team from the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) has just announced a significant breakthrough.
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