Delhi, 21 November (H.S.): In a major scientific advancement announced on Friday, Indian researchers have developed a new technology to create zinc-ion batteries that can store more energy, last longer, and cause less harm to the environment. This innovation is poised to establish a superior and safer alternative to the widely used lithium-ion batteries in the future.

The achievement was accomplished by scientists at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) in Bengaluru, an institution operating under the Department of Science and Technology.

According to the Union Ministry of Science and Technology, the research team was spearheaded by Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Singh.Scientists explained that they employed a specialized thermal-electrochemical process to modify a substance known as conventional vanadium oxide. This procedure altered its structure, making it capable of storing significantly more energy.

The newly formed material, zinc-vanadium oxide, facilitates the seamless movement of zinc ions within the battery, resulting in faster charging, increased energy storage, and enhanced durability.This discovery is being hailed as a significant progression in zinc-ion battery technology, as previous attempts by scientists to utilize various oxide materials had failed to produce the desired results.

The research has been published in the esteemed journal Advanced Energy Materials.Rahul Deb Roy, a co-author of the study, remarked, The team has adopted a very simple but remarkably effective method to stabilize and enhance the capability of the cathode material. He noted that this technique could also be valuable for improving other battery materials in the future. Experts believe this breakthrough will set a new course for green energy and sustainable battery technology.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar