Samsung, MIT say their solid-state batteries could last a lifetime
Researchers have developed a new material for a basic battery component that they say will enable almost indefinite power storage.
The new material -- a solid electrolyte -- could not only increase battery life, but also storage capacity and safety, as liquid electrolytes are the leading cause of battery fires.
Today's common lithium-ion batteries use a liquid electrolyte -- an organic solvent that has been responsible for overheating and fires in cars, commercial airliners and cell phones.
With a solid electrolyte, there's no safety problem.
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