The start of a new battery materials library could pave the way for future AI models to help scientists design sodium-ion batteries that charge faster, last longer and store more energy, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

Sodium-ion batteries are being developed as a promising alternative to conventional lithium-ion batteries, as sodium is much more abundant and widely available. However, improving the amount of energy they can hold and how well they perform over repeated charging is a major barrier to their wider use.

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