Modulus Battery Breakthroughs
Dec 23, 2020
Two experts discuss the importance of battery technology, the origins of lithium-ion batteries, and the potential of liquid metal batteries for grid-level energy storage. They also explore battery recycling and the value of recovered materials, as well as the importance of taking a holistic approach to regulations and product analysis. Overall, the podcast highlights the need for innovation in battery technology to overcome limitations and achieve a zero emissions future.
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Sony's Battery Breakthrough
- Sony, wanting better batteries for their video cameras, approached established battery manufacturers.
- When the industry refused, Sony built their own lithium-ion battery facility.
Disrupting the Battery Industry
- Challenge conventional wisdom and established industries.
- Pursue innovative ideas, even if initially met with skepticism.
The Platinum Rule
- Donald Sadoway promotes the "platinum rule": Treat others better than you expect to be treated.
- He applies this to science by inventing solutions that actively improve the environment.