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Goodbye to gasoline: this is Huawei's electric battery that charges in 5 minutes

Huawei patents a solid-state battery that promises 3,000 km (1,864 miles) of range and a full charge in 5 minutes

Huawei has registered a new solid-state battery that could be a game changer in the electric vehicle industry. The development would allow up to 3,000 km (1,864 miles) on a single charge and a 100% recharge in just 5 minutes.

This innovation aims to leave current lithium-ion batteries behind. It offers better range, increased safety, and less waiting time for charging.

Solid-state battery on a surface of gray geometric blocks
The development would allow travel up to 3,000 km (1,864 miles) on a single charge | La Derecha Diario

The battery that aims to dethrone the combustion engine

Huawei's technological breakthrough is based on a nitrogen-doped sulfur solid electrolyte. This combination would achieve an energy density of 400 to 500 Wh/kg, nearly double that of current batteries.

With that power, an electric car could travel up to 3,000 km (1,864 miles) without needing to recharge. It also promises a full recharge in just 5 minutes, matching the time it takes to fill a gasoline car's tank.

Greater efficiency and lower risk of explosion

One of the major benefits is the improvement in safety. The sulfur battery prevents the formation of dendrites, which can cause short circuits or fires in lithium batteries.

Electric car with a semi-transparent body showing the battery system and internal components
One of the major benefits is the improvement in security | La Derecha Diario

It also performs better at low temperatures and reduces the risk of thermal runaway. All of this makes it a more efficient, safer, and longer-lasting option.

A patent with global impact

Although for now it is a theoretical development, Huawei seeks to bring this technology to mass production. To do so, it will need to create infrastructure capable of supporting ultra-fast charging on a large scale.

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Huawei seeks to bring this technology to mass production | La Derecha Diario

The company doesn't manufacture cars, but it collaborates with Chinese brands such as Seres, Chery, and JAC. All of them integrate HarmonyOS, Huawei's own operating system, and are part of its HIMA alliance.

The competition is not far behind

Other brands such as Toyota, CATL, Xiaomi, and Volkswagen are also investing in solid-state batteries. It is a technological race that could define the future of electric transportation.

However, Huawei gains an advantage with this patent, which aims to reduce dependence on external suppliers.

Modern interior of a car with light leather seats, a multifunction steering wheel, and a large digital display spanning the entire dashboard, featuring wood accents and blue ambient lighting.
Other brands also invest in solid-state batteries | La Derecha Diario

The challenge of scaling up production

Although the proposal is exciting, there are obstacles that could slow its arrival to the market. The cost of sulfur and the industrial manufacturing of solid cells still represent major technical and economic challenges.

The transition of this battery from the laboratory to cars could take years. But if Huawei manages to overcome it, the global impact would be enormous, accelerating the adoption of cleaner and more efficient mobility.

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