The research team and the field setup
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A research group led by scientists at Purdue University has fabricated a sodium-ion battery (SIB) pocket cell using ultra-low temperature compatible components and tested it under harsh conditions while connected to renewable energy sources. SIB technology is considered a more sustainable alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries because sodium compounds are more abundant.
“Our study presents the first practical evaluation and field demonstration of a sodium-ion pouch cell battery operating at ultra-low temperatures, proving its stability for wind and solar energy storage down to -100 C,” said corresponding author Vilas G. Pol. pv magazine. “By utilizing a commercial-like pouch cell assembly and demonstrating performance under extreme conditions, the work paves the way for the deployment of sustainable battery energy storage systems in harsh climates and space applications.”
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