Silicon Carbide Battery Vs Lithium Ion Battery
Silicon has long been considered an attractive material for batteries due to its ability to contain 10 times more lithium ions than graphite; however, one drawback with silicon lies in its 3x volume expansion upon taking in lithium ions. Mechanical stresses result in damage to the solid electrolyte interface (SEI), shortening its lifespan. Solving this challenge is key to unlocking demand for battery-powered cars, drones and consumer electronics. Higher Energy Density Silicon carbide is an extremely wide-bandgap material with the potential to significantly increase battery energy density. It can handle much higher voltages than silicon, as well as temperatures that would cause silicon to expand under pressure. Furthermore, silicon carbide …