The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives

Part 4: What are solid-state batteries? An expert explains the basics, how they differ from conventional batteries, and the possibility of practical application.

Solid-state batteries have similar characteristics to lithium-ion batteries and are said to be the “next-generation batteries.” This article examines their characteristics, assumed applications, and challenges to practical application.

• Li-ion batteries
• All-solid-state batteries

Murata's Oxide-based Solid-state Batteries for Expanding the Range of Applications for IoT Devices and Supporting More Advanced Wearables (Part 2 of 2)

In Part 2, we asked the engineers who were involved in development how they resolved challenging issues, the features of the completed solid-state battery, and the direction of future development using this battery and its technology.

• All-solid-state batteries
• Developer Interview

Murata's Oxide-based Solid-state Batteries for Expanding the Range of Applications for IoT Devices and Supporting More Advanced Wearables (Part 1 of 2)

The solid-state batteries developed by Murata are a groundbreaking technology that has the potential to expand the usage applications for mobile electronic devices. We asked the Murata engineers who were involved in this development about how the development occurred, features of the developed solid-state battery, and the direction of advancements going forward.

• All-solid-state batteries
• Developer Interview