Sodium-ion batteries are currently preferred over lithium-ion batteries in specific industries due to several advantages:
- Energy Storage: Sodium-ion batteries are more suitable for large-scale energy storage applications, such as grid-scale and home energy storage. Their lower cost and safer profile make them attractive for these uses, especially when high energy density is not a priority. For instance, they are being considered for supporting electrical grids, where safety and cost-effectiveness are key.
- Microcars and Small Vehicles: Sodium-ion batteries are considered for use in small vehicles or microcars, where the range requirements are less stringent, and safety features are more important. Companies like BYD plan to utilize them in such vehicles.
- Emergency Power Systems: Their enhanced safety features, such as reduced risk of thermal runaway, make them suitable for emergency power systems or applications where reliability and safety are crucial.
Despite these niches, lithium-ion batteries remain dominant in fields requiring high energy density, such as electric vehicles and high-performance portable electronics. However, sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction as a complementary technology, especially in contexts where cost and safety are paramount.
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