Hybrid Electrolytes for Group II Cation Based Batteries

Background

Lithium ion batteries and lead acid batteries are used as benchmark systems. Variation in the cost of specific batteries is dependent on factors such as design, manufacturing process and number of units.

Technology

Researchers at Stony Brook University have invented a new hybrid electrolyte system enabling the development of naturally abundant, low-cost materials with minimal environmental impact. The batteries described are based on alternative technologies to lithium ion batteries which are currently in widespread use. The gravimetric energy density of the final group II cation battery is anticipated to be somewhat lower than lithium ion batteries but will be significantly higher than lead batteries. However, the new battery technology will have a lower environmental impact than the based systems, improved safety relative to lithium ion systems, and improved volumetric energy density relative to both systems.

Advantages

Magnesium is 12 to 23 times cheaper than lithium - The energy density of magnesium-based batteries is 3.4 times higher than lithium ion batteries and 8.5 times higher than lead - Reduced flammability and low volatility

Application

Hybrid battery systems.

Patent Status

Patent application submitted

Stage Of Development

PCT Filed

Licensing Potential

Development partner - Commercial partner - Licensing

Licensing Status

Available for licensing. Stony Brook University is seeking to develop and commercialize, by an exclusive or non-exclusive license agreement and/or sponsored research, with a company active in the area.

Additional Info

Additional Information:

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Patent Information:
Case ID: R8632
For Information, Contact:
Donna Tumminello
Assistant Director
State University of New York at Stony Brook
6316324163
donna.tumminello@stonybrook.edu
Inventors:
Esther Takeuchi
Kenneth Takeuchi
Amy Marschilok
Keywords:
battery
Cathode
Electrode
group II
Technologies