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Soap inspires scientists to create longer-lasting batteries

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The process of washing has inspired a new method for engineering efficient lithium-metal batteries.


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Scientists have long been trying to successfully switch from lithium-ion to lithium-metal batteries. However, there is one issue that has been causing a delay in this transition: traditional electrolytes do not perform well in metal-based batteries.