There is one goal that drives technological research in solar power, electric vehicles, smartphones, and countless other industries: the quest for the perfect battery. In this edition of Technobabble, IBISWorld analysts Jon Hadad and Dylan Miller walk editor Kieran Newton through the seemingly-endless current and potential uses for batteries. The team discusses how Elon Musk's current projects could impact the automotive sector, as well as how the importance of cobalt might impact smartphone power.