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TUE · 2026-06-23 · 06:00 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0623-86625
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Chinese scientists create battery that works comfortably way above water’s boiling point

Chinese scientists, led by a team from Tsinghua University, have developed a novel ceramic-based lithium-ion battery. This solid-state battery operates stably at temperatures up to 150 degrees Celsius and can endure brief thermal shocks of up to 300 degrees Celsius without performance degradation.

Victoria BelaSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-06-23 · 06:00 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
Chinese scientists create battery that works comfortably way above water’s boiling point
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Chinese scientists, led by a team from Tsinghua University, have developed a novel ceramic-based lithium-ion battery. This solid-state battery operates stably at temperatures up to 150 degrees Celsius and can endure brief thermal shocks of up to 300 degrees Celsius without performance degradation. Unlike conventional lithium-ion batteries, this design is non-flammable, making it a safer power source. The researchers believe its small size, high energy density, and enhanced safety make it suitable for integration into next-generation smart sensors, aerospace gadgets, and military applications.

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The battery offers a safer power source for smart sensors, aerospace gadgets and military applications.

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This rechargeable solid-state battery operates stably up to 150 degrees Celsius and can withstand brief thermal shocks of up to 300 degrees Celsius.

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Chinese scientists have developed a ceramic-based lithium-ion battery that can withstand extreme heat.

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The all-ceramic battery's small size, high energy density and safety could make it compatible with integration into next-generation technologies.

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Chinese scientists have developed a tiny, ceramic-based lithium-ion battery that can withstand extreme heat, offering a safer power source for smart sensors, aerospace gadgets and military applications.Unlike flammable traditional lithium-ion batteries, this rechargeable solid-state battery operates stably up to 150 degrees Celsius (302 degrees Fahrenheit) and can withstand brief thermal shocks of up to 300 degrees Celsius without compromising performance.The Tsinghua University-led team said the all-ceramic battery’s small size, high energy density and safety could make it compatible with integration into next-generation technologies.
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