Graphene batteries are the new contender in the market that are disrupting the energy sector in a good way. As a qualitative leap in battery technology, Graphene batteries serve all the benefits that one expects from it due to being leaps ahead of their predecessors. At a time when all the major industries, including electric vehicles, electronic devices, and solar power, are dependent on affordable and efficient energy solutions for their breakthrough, Graphene batteries present all the advantages that can corroborate that. With its compact size, yet far-reaching benefits, Graphene batteries are all set to lead the energy sector to the much-awaited advancements.
Here are a few benefits that Graphene batteries offer compared to their predecessors:
- Improved power & energy density
Graphene, as a 2D structure, is more flexible and allows for a larger surface area of the battery when the anodes and cathodes are supplemented or hybridized with it. Due to its unique composition, Graphene can be coated on any substrate and hence works to enhance the energy density and ultimately the battery’s power. Graphene batteries can store up to 260 Wh/Kg of energy compared to Lithium-ion cells, which only have the capacity to store energy up to 180 Wh/Kg.
- Smaller Size
One of the drawbacks of Lithium-ion batteries is their bulkiness and shorter lifespan despite being commonly used in smartphones, electric vehicles and laptops. Graphene batteries, on the other hand, offer a more advanced, powerful and lightweight alternative. Since Graphene batteries don’t take too much space, it can only be expected that they would become a go-to choice of manufacturers in the near future.
- Faster charging time
Graphene is a great conductor of heat and electricity due to its honeycomb-like structure and allows for a smooth flow of electrons without any disruptions. This enables Graphene batteries to get charged quickly and last longer than their predecessors. Longer battery endurance of Graphene batteries can pave the way for technological innovations in the energy sector. For example, Graphene batteries can empower the long term vision of the electric vehicle industry by making quick charging possible along with more driving miles on a single charge.
- Improved safety due to better thermal management
Besides their quick charging time and power efficiency, Graphene batteries also facilitate better heat dissipation and help avoid cases of overheating. So while standard phones that utilize Lithium-ion batteries get heated up quickly during charging, smartphones with Graphene batteries are able to prevent this due to the unique features of Graphene. Graphene batteries offer more optimized performance, reflected in the form of enhanced safety.
Conclusion
C6 Energy is making energy and cost-efficient Graphene batteries accessible to the industries involved in manufacturing electric vehicles, electronic devices, solar panels, drones, etc. We are using our patented technology to drive innovation within the cell manufacturing space by converting agricultural waste into speciality carbon, further used for manufacturing Graphene cells. We have taken a holistic approach towards this by creating a green ecosystem with a specific emphasis on sustainability and recyclability.