Energy Storage

Machine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence, which refers to the process of computers drawing conclusions from a dataset, which can be a powerful tool across various sectors, including the battery market.

Cars that wirelessly charge on the move, AI assistants to schedule in-vehicle meetings, and radar technology for advancing safety all boast the growing intelligence of automotive technologies. IDTechEx's portfolio of Electric Vehicles and Robotics & Autonomy market research reports showcase the latest technologies bringing an engaging and forward-thinking future of driving into reality.

This article discusses battery innovations in China and the role next-generation battery technologies play in improving battery performance and in enabling Europe and North America to build competitive battery industries.

Thursday 22 May 2025 - IDTechEx Discusses the Hyperactive Li-ion Batteries Recycling Market: Key Trends, Technologies, and Outlook; An introduction to Li-ion battery demand, LIB circular economy and recycling; A snapshot into key Li-ion battery recycling market trends and key player activity; Key trends in LIB recycling technologies, including cathode, direct, graphite anode, and binder recycling; A keynote on LIB Battery Regulation in the EU; IDTechEx's outlook and conclusions on the global Li-ion battery recycling market

Wednesday 14 May 2025 - The Status and Role of Next-Generation Li-ion Battery Technologies; Next generation anode materials such as silicon, lithium and anode-free designs; Innovations in cathode active materials and their manufacture; Li-S developments; Key cost and resource consideration from advanced Li-ion battery chemistries; IDTechEx's outlook for advanced Li-ion technology

AI and machine learning methods can be used across a battery's entire life, from material discovery and cell testing to second-life assessment, to enhance new developments and diagnostic capabilities.

Tuesday 13 May 2025 - Are Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) Ready for Large Scale Commercialization?; An overview of emerging MOF-based technologies approaching commercialization; Material choices and considerations for MOFs in key applications, such as carbon capture and water harvesting; Scaling MOF production for industrial applications; Market status and outlook for MOF demand based on IDTechEx forecasts

In a world where energy security increasingly intertwines with national security, the global battery supply chain has become a critical focal point of international tensions. As trade barriers rise and geopolitical rivalries intensify, sodium-ion battery technology emerges as a strategic alternative that promises greater self-reliance and reduced vulnerability to global supply chain disruptions.

The multitude of battery chemistries available for different EV types means that a variety of safety materials to accommodate their requirements are also necessary. IDTechEx's VP of Research, Dr James Edmondson, presented at the Plastics in Electric & Autonomous Vehicles Conference 2025 - SPE Automotive Division on topics including evolving vehicle technology and materials, while Technology Analyst, Mika Takahashi, covered the wider EV sector.

Thursday 15 May 2025 - How and Why the Ion Exchange Membrane Market Is Preparing for Growth in the Coming Next Decade; An overview of ion exchange membrane materials and their common applications; Key performance requirements and material development trends; Growth markets for ion exchange membrane technology; An overview of the state of the ion exchange membrane market in 2025 and IDTechEx's 10-year market outlook