SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 6, 2026Interesting Engineering

Next EV leap: New dry-electrode tech promises longer range and fast charging

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South Korean researchers solved a major EV battery problem by replacing the controversial Teflon-based binder in dry-electrode manufacturing with an eco-friendly alternative, then redesigning flat graphite particles into rounded granules that let lithium ions flow freely, enabling thicker electrodes with longer range and faster charging.

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