Pseudosolid ionogel polyelectrolyte membrane significantly improves lithium-metal energy storage systems' safety, efficiency, endurance

https://techxplore.com/news/2026-01-ionogel-power-safe-energy-storage.html

"dendrites overcome using hybrid structure combining best solid/ liquid properties... ultrathin polymer sheets layered with lithium salt/ ionic liquid ionogel... pseudosolid membrane both electrolyte/ separator, eliminating need for volatile liquid electrolytes... suppresses dendrite growth, withstands internal gas pressure, scalable, flexible (portable electronics). nonflammable, puncture-resistant, high ion conductivity for stable performance 100s cycles... also: aerospace, medical devices, autonomous robotics"