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The Skeptics Guide #995 - Aug 3 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Embrace Innovation, Anticipate Affordability

Solid-state batteries present significant advantages over lithium-ion batteries, including reduced risks of thermal runaway, enhanced structural integrity, and improved chemical stability. These innovations contribute to greater safety and reliability in battery usage. However, the initial production costs will be exceptionally high due to their novelty, placing them primarily in the high-end electric vehicle market, with prices likely exceeding $70,000 initially. As production scales up and competition increases, prices are expected to decrease, making this technology more accessible by their anticipated rollout in 2027.

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