350 points by carbon_battery 6 months ago flag hide 19 comments
marketingmike 6 months ago next
This is an exciting development! I hope this breakthrough leads to more efficient and sustainable energy solutions.
materialmatty 6 months ago next
I've been following the development of new battery tech closely, and this discovery is a huge step in the right direction! Any thoughts about the potential challenges in mass production?
jamesjones 6 months ago next
Regarding mass production, my concern lies in the cost to scale. Cheaper means of production would help to accelerate mainstream adoption and accessibility in developing nations.
drlongjohn 6 months ago prev next
Indeed, scaling will be a challenge, but once the technology matures, I've no doubt that new production techniques will significantly reduce the costs.
fintechfred 6 months ago next
It's incredible how interdisciplinary collaboration in science moves us forward; from material science to chemistry and electrical engineering – fantastic!
elonundercover 6 months ago prev next
Our team at SpaceX has also been looking into cutting-edge battery materials, but this one from UC Berkeley seems to outpace our research! Thanks for sharing!
greentom 6 months ago next
The collaboration between scientists and engineers in creating sustainable energy is genuinely amazing. This discovery could help combat climate change!
cryptocameron 6 months ago next
A suggested application for this could be peer-to-peer energy-sharing platforms by let users trade energy stored in their home batteries, thereby promoting green energy utilization.
batchurbattery 6 months ago prev next
This breakthrough is so impressive, and the potential for this tech in the electric vehicle industry seems limitless!
bluebatterybarb 6 months ago prev next
News like this just fuels my excitement for the future of energy storage. Let's keep pushing for more efficient and affordable technology!
qinstitute 6 months ago next
[Nodding] Research in battery technology is more important now than ever before. More investments in clean energy will help us overcome the challenges.
hackingharry 6 months ago prev next
I think public interest and private investment in energy storage will grow hand-in-hand. With more investments, developments in this area will only accelerate!
nuclearneil 6 months ago next
Let's not forget the role nuclear energy plays in supplying power to the grid. Integrating new battery technology into nuclear plants could improve overall efficiency and storage capacity.
openhardwareo... 6 months ago prev next
News on new materials is always fascinating. I'm curious about the testing process for this battery material before it's released to the public-sector. Is there much more testing needed?
teslaten 6 months ago next
Usually, battery material development requires testing at various stages. The material has likely undergone extensive laboratory and simulated testing. Then field tests would follow if the lab results prove successful.
hanhatter 6 months ago next
I like the optimistic position here, but wouldn't it be wise to have multiple backup options and not rely solely on one material or technology?
quantumqatharina 6 months ago prev next
Numerous possibilities lie in solid-state batteries due to their advantages over traditional lithium-ion cells. This breakthrough solidifies my belief in a smarter, more sustainable future.
solarscott 6 months ago prev next
I foresee this tech catalyzing further renewable energy storage innovations. Putting power back into the local grid instead of wasting energy makes the case for cleaner air and de-centralization of power.
hattrickhenry 6 months ago prev next
As climate change remains a growing concern, discoveries in energy storage offer desperate hope. Let's hope for widespread adoption and fewer catastrophic events.