# China develops new lithium battery material for faster charging

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- CGTN, 2026-10-02 11:44 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-10-02/China-develops-new-lithium-battery-material-for-faster-charging-1QUUZkH3H9e/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=China

> Chinese researchers have developed a cobalt-free, high-nickel cathode using magnesium, calcium, titanium and zirconium to improve lithium-ion transport and structural stability. Tests showed the battery could reach nearly 80% charge in three minutes, retain 82.4% capacity after 350 cycles, and achieve an energy density of 278.6 watt-hours per kilogram at minus 20 degrees Celsius.