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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Vishwam Sankaran

Chinese battery breakthrough could extend lithium cell lifespan by 9,000 hours, study says

Chinese scientists have developed a new battery system that could enable lithium cells to operate safely for thousands of hours, an advance that could lead to better batteries for electric vehicles and power grids.

Lithium metal batteries have become the cornerstone for future power systems due to their high energy storage capacity.

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