1. What is sodium-ion battery?
Sodium-ion battery is an energy storage device similar to a lithium-ion battery, but its electrode material contains sodium ions instead of lithium ions. Sodium-ion batteries typically have higher conductivity and lower cost than lithium-ion batteries, but their energy density may be lower.

2. What are the advantages/ disadvantages of sodium-ion batteries?
Advantages of sodium-ion batteries include lower cost, abundant materials, environmental friendliness, and renewable resources. Disadvantages of sodium-ion batteries may include lower energy density, shorter cycle life, and safety and stability issues that have not been fully addressed.

3. What is the cycle life of sodium-ion batteries?
The cycle life of a sodium-ion battery depends on a variety of factors, including electrode material, charge/discharge rate, temperature, and cycle depth. In general, the cycle life of a sodium-ion battery should be able to meet the needs of a particular application.

4. How safe are sodium-ion batteries?
The safety of sodium-ion batteries has always been a concern. Compared with lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries may have some challenges in terms of safety, especially in terms of the heat and chemical reactions that may be generated during charging and discharging. Therefore, the safety of sodium-ion batteries needs to be ensured through design optimization and rigorous testing.

5. What is the charging and discharging efficiency of sodium-ion batteries?
The charge/discharge efficiency of sodium-ion batteries refers to the loss of battery energy during charging and discharging, usually expressed as a percentage. Currently, the charging and discharging efficiency of sodium-ion batteries is generally between 80% and 90%, depending on factors such as the design of the battery, choice of materials, operating conditions, and charging and discharging rates. With the advancement of technology and in-depth research, it is expected to further improve the charging and discharging efficiency of sodium-ion batteries in the future to meet the needs of a wider range of applications.

6. What is the commercial value of sodium-ion batteries?
a. Cost-effectiveness: Sodium-ion batteries typically have lower material costs relative to lithium-ion batteries. Sodium is abundant in the earth’s crust and its price is relatively stable, thus reducing the manufacturing cost of batteries, which is attractive in large-scale energy storage projects.

b. Resource Abundance: Sodium is more abundant in the earth’s crust and more widely available than lithium. This means that the production of sodium-ion batteries is less likely to be constrained by resource availability, helping to ensure a stable supply of batteries and cost control.

c. Application Diversity: Sodium-ion batteries can be used in a variety of applications including, but not limited to, energy storage, electric vehicles, mobile devices, and aerospace. Their relatively low cost and resource availability make them potentially commercially viable in a variety of industries.

d. Sustainability: The production and utilization of sodium-ion batteries is relatively environmentally friendly, as sodium is abundant and renewable, making it more sustainable than some of the environmental issues that may be associated with lithium mining.

e. Technological innovation: With the continuous advancement of sodium-ion battery technology, such as the improvement of electrode materials, the optimization of battery design and the improvement of production process, sodium-ion batteries are expected to become an important solution for energy storage and electric transportation in the future, thus creating commercial value.

7. Can Himax Battery Factory provide customized sodium and lithium ion battery packs?
Yes, Himax Battery Factory is able to provide customized services for sodium lithium-ion battery packs, including solution design, shape, performance customization, safety considerations and manufacturing. Through the customization service, Himax Battery Factory can provide customized battery solutions according to your specific needs to meet the demands of different applications.

8. What are the application areas for sodium-ion batteries?
Sodium-ion batteries can be used in many applications, including electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices.