However, this new breakthrough replaces those pricey metals with manganese.
High energy density is just one piece of the puzzle.
Voltage decay is a phenomenon where the voltage decreases over time, reducing the performance and responsiveness of electronics.
It’s common in manganese-based materials.
That nanoscale monoclinic crystal arrangement is the key that unlocks manganese’s true high-performance potential as a battery electrode.
It allows phase transitions that prevent the cathode from getting structurally trapped in a low-capacity state.
The only downside is that manganese is pretty soluble and can dissolve over time in the battery.
