Eli5: Given their location on the periodic table and the abundance of sodium compared to lithium, why aren’t we using sodium-ion batteries?

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Eli5: Given their location on the periodic table and the abundance of sodium compared to lithium, why aren’t we using sodium-ion batteries?

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Sodium batteries are sometimes used on large ships, and stationary applications, especially those in hard to service locations. Their real benefit comes in lifetime and ease of service. They don’t deteriorate like other batteries and can be serviced on-site extremely easily.

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