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Patent
Sodium-ion based full cell and method of fabricating electrodes for the sodium-ion based fuel cell
Abstract

This invention describes a new method for producing a safe and scalable anode material for sodium-ion batteries. The method offers a significant improvement over existing techniques by providing a faster, more cost-effective way to create high-performing batteries.

Societal Impact

This invention has the potential to revolutionize the battery industry by providing a safe, cost-effective, and high-performance sodium-ion battery solution, thereby promoting wider adoption of energy storage solutions.

Salient technical features and Advantages of the Technology
  • Utilization of silica sand coated with materials like glucose or coal-tar. 
  • Pre-sodiation technique to balance electrode capacities. 
  • Scalable production methods increase material yield by 2.5 times compared to previous patents. 
  • Enhanced safety and lower production costs due to the use of low-cost components. 
  • Dendrite-free battery design using carbon nanofiber with ether-based electrolytes.


Technology readiness level

4

Current Status of Technology

The technology is at an advanced development stage, with the production process scaled up significantly. It has been optimized to address safety and efficiency issues commonly associated with sodium-ion batteries.

Relevant Industries

Battery manufacturing, Renewable energy storage

Applications or Domain

Grid storage, UPS systems, Large charging stations