Invention Description Conventional electrode drying processes act as a massive bottleneck in lithium-ion battery (LIB) manufacturing. Current processes typically rely on large convection ovens followed by vacuum post-drying to remove residual solvent and moisture. These steps are energy-intensive, require a large factory footprint, and add complexity...

Background Lithium/sulfur (Li/S) batteries are garnering significant attention as a promising solution for next-generation electrochemical energy storage. Their potential to revolutionize the battery industry stems from several key advantages that address the limitations of current lithium-ion (Li-ion) technology. These advantages include an exceptionally...

Background Recent efforts to address climate change and develop a clean-energy economy in the United States have focused on the electrification of the transportation sector. Sustainable battery manufacturing has become a critical part of these efforts, and current manufacturing practices face challenges relating to environmental impact, advancing electrode...