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Gel and lithium-ion tech could enable 1000-mile EV range on one charge | Researchers achieve EV battery breakthrough with silicon-based materials and gel electrolytes, moving closer to a 1,000-kilometer range on a single charge.


Researchers achieve EV battery breakthrough with silicon-based materials and gel electrolytes, moving closer to a 1,000-kilometer range on a single charge.

By utilizing an electron beam to form covalent linkages between micro-silicon particles and gel electrolytes, the team could disperse internal stress caused by volume expansion, thereby improving structural stability. In conclusion, as the automotive industry continues its transition towards sustainability, innovations like those pioneered by the POSTECH research team are instrumental in driving the adoption of electric vehicles and shaping the future of transportation. This breakthrough, unveiled amid the tech extravaganza, underscores the importance of battery technology advancements showcased at events like the Consumer Electronics Show, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in EVs.

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