University of Cambridge discovers pressure-based solution to extend lithium-ion battery life

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Tests on commercial pouch cells identified a Goldilocks pressure of about 12.5 bar; Cambridge Enterprise has filed a patent

Researchers led by the University of Cambridge say they have found that keeping lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries under carefully controlled physical pressure could double their lifespan, a result that could have major implications for electric vehicles and battery sustainability.

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