Solid-state batteries get a boost with new protective coating

Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Ill., have developed a method to coat sulfide-based solid electrolytes, finding a thin, glass-like layer could be the key to longer-lasting, cost-effective solid-state batteries.

Exosens expands technology portfolio

Exosens, France, extends its technology portfolio by signing an agreement to acquire Phasics, France, leader in high performance cameras based solutions for optical metrology.