Core Insights - Chinese researchers have developed a new generation of lithium metal batteries with energy densities exceeding 600 Wh/kg for soft-pack cells and 480 Wh/kg for module batteries, achieving a 2 to 3 times improvement over existing mainstream lithium-ion batteries [1][3] - The breakthrough was made by a research team from Tianjin University, which introduced a novel "de-solvation" design concept for the electrolyte, enhancing both energy density and overall performance [1][3] - The demand for high-energy, long-lasting rechargeable batteries is increasing due to the rapid development of electric transportation, low-altitude economy, consumer electronics, and humanoid robots [1] Technology and Application - The high-energy lithium metal battery technology, referred to as "Battery600," has achieved significant performance targets and scalability for battery packs, laying a crucial foundation for future applications [3] - The technology boasts excellent cycle stability and safety features, making it suitable for various fields including electric transportation, low-altitude economy, aerospace equipment, and high-end energy storage [3] - The research team has established a pilot production line for high-energy lithium metal batteries and has successfully applied the technology in three models of micro all-electric unmanned aerial vehicles [3] Production and Innovation - The team has mastered the entire core technology chain of high-energy lithium metal batteries, including materials, electrolytes, electrodes, and batteries, with all raw materials and key technologies being independently controllable [3] - The team is expected to achieve full-scale production by the second half of this year, leveraging national-level platforms for technology transfer and application validation [3]