Iranian Researchers Propose ‘Lithium-Sulfur Battery’ as Alternative to Ion Batteries
“I work with ‘Alchemist’ technological unit in the field of chemistry and we are determined to produce lithium-sulfur batteries which reduces air pollution compared to other batteries and is a good alternative to lithium-ion batteries in the market,” Mehdi Bossaqzadeh, a researcher working with Alchemist company, told ANA on the sidelines of Asreh Omid Event in Tehran.
He added that the lithium-sulfur battery is highly efficient and can replace the lithium-ion batteries in the market, noting that these batteries enjoy special capacity 10 times of other batteries and long life, they have been made of recycled materials (the most economical battery in the world) and they can be designed for all industries, unlike other batteries in the market.
“The lithium–sulfur battery keeps the phone's battery charged for seven consecutive days and creates clean energy and movement of 1,700 kilometers in a vehicle with a single charge,” Bossaqzadeh said.
He added that the lithium-sulfur battery decreases air pollution and it can replace the fossil fuels, and therefore, the combustion process produces clean energy instead of car exhaust fumes.
The lithium–sulfur battery (Li–S battery) is a type of rechargeable battery. It is notable for its high specific energy.
Lithium–sulfur batteries may displace lithium-ion cells because of their higher energy density and reduced cost. This is due to the use of sulfur instead of cobalt, a common element in lithium-ion batteries.
Asreh Omid Event was held in Tehran's Mosalla from May 29 to June 1, 2022.
It aimed to exhibit new achievements and products in the technological and innovation arenas in line with opening new windows towards strengthening the idea of creating ground for knowledge-based businesses at the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Islamic Azad University.
Some 3,000 knowledge-based companies, laboratories, research centers, and startups took part in Asreh Omid Event.
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