Anode – Typically made of reactive materials like lithium or zinc, the anode undergoes oxidation, releasing electrons. Cathode – A material capable of accepting electrons, the cathode undergoes ...

Researchers have developed a semiliquid lithium metal-based anode that represents a new paradigm in battery design. Lithium batteries made using this new electrode type could have a higher capacity ...

The quest to improve rechargeable batteries—especially those of the lithium-base variety—continues with efforts involving their electrolytes as well as their electrodes. A team at Carnegie Mellon ...