ORNL microscopy directly images problematic lithium dendrites in batteries
Friday, March 6, 2015 - 13:01
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have captured the first real-time nanoscale images of lithium dendrite structures known to degrade lithium-ion batteries. The ORNL team's electron microscopy could help researchers address long-standing issues related to battery performance and safety.