Need:
All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) are still in the research and development phase, and while they are not yet widely deployed in commercial products, there are several applications where they are being explored and have the potential for future use: electric vehicles, portable electronics, renewable energy storage, grid energy storage, wearable technology, and industrial automation to name a few.
ASSBs are needed due to their potential for improved safety, higher energy density, and faster charging. Investigating structural changes and interfacial dynamics is crucial for optimizing their performance, longevity, and overall functionality, driving advancements in battery technology.

Goal:
Break down barriers preventing the progression to the market of solid-state batteries. The overall aim is to demonstrate the feasibility of ASSBs with performance superior to Li-ion in electric vehicle applications.
Investigate ASSB materials with the unique -NMR beamline at ISOLDE. In short, the team hopes to upgrade the beamline to be able to investigate the source of poor performance of current commercially viable SSBs, especially their slow charging, by determining alkali-metal diffusion in different layers of the battery material. 
This project aims to place CERN in a unique position to contribute to the development of a future generation of battery materials.