On February 23, 2026, Samsung SDI announced the joint development of a fluorine-based gel polymer electrolyte with Columbia University. This electrolyte effectively suppresses dendrite formation in lithium metal batteries, extends battery life, and enhances safety, paving the way for the commercialization of its next-generation products. Lithium metal batteries have an energy density more than 1.6 times higher than that of traditional NCA lithium-ion batteries, but their short charge-discharge lifespan has hindered commercialization. This breakthrough is expected to address this issue.
