South Korean researchers engineer lithium-ion battery for better performance

South Korean researchers have developed a new lithium-ion battery anode material using nanoscale engineering, promising longer lifespan and faster charging. The new anode, a hybrid composite of reduced graphene oxide and nickel-iron layered double hydroxides, demonstrated enhanced energy storage and cycling stability in tests. This innovative material, created through a layer-by-layer self-assembly process, delivered a high specific capacity and maintained performance over many charge cycles. This breakthrough could lead to improved battery technologies for electric vehicles and grid-scale storage within the next decade, addressing the growing demand for efficient energy solutions.