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Accelerating Anode-free Lithium Metal Battery R&D with Neware’s High-Precision Battery Testing Solutions High-Energy Density Anode-Free Lithium Metal Batteries (AFLMBs) via Cross-Coupled Interfacial Chemistry Digital Object Identifier (DOI): https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-026-10402-0 Affiliation: Westlake University Nature    Published: 17 March 2026 Abstract Overview Anode-free lithium metal batteries (AFLMBs) eliminate the need for initial negative active materials during assembly, presenting a transformative pathway toward ultra-high energy density and cost-efficient energy storage. However, the inherent absence of lithium reservoirs and host frameworks imposes rigorous operational constraints, typically resulting in compromised cycle life. These longevity issues are fundamentally linked to inhomogeneous lithium plating/stripping, driven by the microscopic heterogeneity and mechanical brittleness of the Solid Electrolyte Interphase (SEI).

2 Successful Applications of Neware Battery Testers in Lithium-Sulfur Battery Research Neware Battery Testers in Lithium-Sulfur Battery Research Case Study 1: Developing a One‐Pot Strategy to Synthesize Metal–Covalent Organic Frameworks as Catalysts for Polysulfide Conversion and Ion Calibrators for Lithium Deposition First Author: Ke Yang Corresponding Author: Yibai He Affiliation: Northwestern Polytechnical University (NWPU) Equipment Used: Neware Battery Testing System (CT-4008T-5V10mA-164) for coin cells testing. The latest version of Neware battery testing equipment for coin cells is CT-4008Q-5V50mA-HWX, contact us for specifications and a quote. Research Background In recent years, Lithium–sulfur batteries (LSBs) have been recognized as one of the most promising next-generation energy storage systems due to their high

BTR 6C Anode Materials: The Key to Ultra-Fast Charging Explained BTR Unveils Next-Gen 6C Ultra-Fast Charging Anodes in Hong Kong BTR recently launched its latest generation of fast-charging anode materials in Hong Kong, showcasing two breakthrough 6C ultra-fast charging graphite products: T-Max (Artificial Graphite) and T-Pro (Natural Graphite). Both materials are engineered to meet the rigorous demand for a full charge within just 10 minutes. Interestingly, at the beginning of this month, BYD officially released its Second-Generation Blade Battery, claiming a fast-charging capability of reaching approximately 97% SoC in about 10 minutes. This raises an intriguing question: Is the new Blade Battery powered by BTR’s latest technology? While not officially

Jeff Dahn—How to Extend the Service Life of EV Batteries?   Key Insights from Jeff Dahn (Dalhousie University): Maximizing the Service Life of NMC/Graphite EV Batteries In a recent webinar, Professor Jeff Dahn shared critical methodologies for maximizing the lifespan of NMC/Graphite (NMC/Gr.) battery systems. He emphasized that High State of Charge (SoC) and Elevated Temperatures are the primary catalysts for battery degradation. This is largely due to the accelerated parasitic reactions between the cathode and electrolyte at high SoC, coupled with the increased kinetics of side reactions under high-thermal stress. Furthermore, Dahn highlighted the impact of Depth of Discharge (DoD). A larger DoD during cycling leads to more severe

Tesla Chief Scientist Jeff Dahn: How NMC Batteries Maintain 80% Capacity Retention After 8 Years of Cycling? Source: “Battery Class” (Official WeChat Account) Lithium-ion batteries serve as the core components for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Grid-scale Storage Systems, where their cycle life directly dictates the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). While the industry generally perceives high-nickel cathode materials, such as NMC, as having inferior cycling stability, recent breakthroughs from Jeff Dahn’s research group at Dalhousie University have challenged this conventional wisdom. The study conducted a systematic decoupling analysis on NMC/Graphite pouch cells with cycling durations ranging from 3 to 8.2 years. The results revealed that optimized Single-Crystal NMC532/Artificial Graphite cells

Official Unveiling of BYD’s Second-Generation Blade Battery: 8 Key Technical Highlights On March 5, 2026, BYD officially unveiled its Second-Generation Blade Battery, marking a heavyweight technological iteration for the industry. This advancement goes beyond mere incremental parameter gains; more importantly, through innovative material science, it simultaneously addresses core industry pain points—charging speed, cruising range, and low-temperature performance—effectively narrowing the user experience gap between Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles.   BYD Second-Generation Blade Battery: 8 Core Technical Highlights 1. Charging Performance (C-rate Capabilities) Expert Translation: Ultra-fast charging: 10% to 97% SOC (State of Charge) in just 9 minutes (10% to 70% in 5 minutes). Even