Kazan State Energy University (KGEU) researchers are working on the creation of polymer electrolytes that will increase the energy intensity of lithium ion batteries 10 times. The university said that it will not only increase the efficiency of the batteries, but also make them safer. Unlike fluid electrolytes, polymer gel electrolytes eliminate the risk of fire associated with unequal lithium accumulation.
According to the calculations of scientists, the use of a polyurethane matrix that can effectively execute lithium ions will significantly increase the properties of the batteries. Ruslan Davletbaev, a doctor of chemical sciences, the project manager, stressed that development is not only aimed at increasing the energy intensity, but also to improve the reliability of modern batteries. This is particularly important for the energy systems of the future, where security plays an important role.
Currently, a team of researchers has already received polyurethane materials that will become the basis of new gel electrolytes. Now, in addition to testing physical and chemical properties of their structure, control of work in organic cathode and lithium battery prototypes.
Source: Ferra
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