Magnetic sensor technique helps identify original batteries
17 February, 2025Researchers have developed a magnetic sensor that can help detect fuel cell failures and fire risk for lithium-ion batteries.
Hidden hazards of flame retardants in battery enclosures
13 February, 2025 by Rebecca Fuoco, Green Science Policy InstituteResearchers from the Green Science Policy Institute have warned that the use of flame retardants in lithium-ion battery cases lacks fire safety efficacy.
Novel design enhances battery-based seawater desalination
29 January, 2025 by Lois Yoksoulian, University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignEngineers have developed a solution to eliminate fluid flow "dead zones" in electrodes used for battery-based seawater desalination.
Sodium-ion study says tech needs breakthroughs to compete
21 January, 2025A new study from Stanford has found that sodium-ion batteries will need more breakthroughs in order to compete with lithium-ion (Li-ion).
Battery-like computer memory keeps working in extreme heat
12 December, 2024 by Derek Smith, University of Michigan, College of EngineeringThe material transports oxygen ions rather than electrons, creating heat-resistant voltages for both digital memory and in-memory computing.
Proton batteries — the future of energy storage?
12 December, 2024Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a rechargeable proton battery that could solve some of the challenges associated with traditional grid-scale energy storage.
Researchers unveil fast-charging lithium-sulfur battery
28 November, 2024 by Monash UniversityResearchers have developed ultrafast-charging lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries that could soon power long-range electric vehicles and commercial drones.
Wearable generator powers electronics by body movements
21 November, 2024 by University of WaterlooResearchers have developed a device that can generate electricity from vibrations or even small body movements.
Ion speed record holds potential for faster battery charging
20 November, 2024 by Sara Zaske, WSU News & Media RelationsScientists have broken a speed record using nanoscience that could lead to new advances in improved battery charging, biosensing and soft robotics.
Significant extension of zinc battery lifespan
31 October, 2024Researchers have developed a new chemical method to improve the energy storage of aqueous zinc-ion batteries, thereby extending their lifespan.
Flourine-free binder, electrolyte for greener batteries
02 October, 2024Researchers have developed a new fluorine-free electrolyte and binder to enhance high-performance and eco-friendly battery technology.
New cathode material for cheaper, efficient EV batteries
27 September, 2024Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have seen potential reductions in the use of critical raw materials by using ferric chloride as a new cathode material for solid-state batteries.
Batteries of the future charge ahead
20 September, 2024 by Flinders UniversityAs demand for lithium-ion batteries depletes reserves of raw materials, experts are seeking safer and more reliable alternatives for rechargeable batteries.
Dormant capacity reserve detected in Li-ion batteries
05 September, 2024Batteries undercut their theoretical capacity in practice, sometimes significantly. In a lithium iron phosphate cathode, researchers at TU Graz have now been able to observe exactly where the capacity loss occurs.
Solving the energy crisis: 5 battery technologies you should know about
05 September, 2024 by Aimee Sanders, Deakin UniversityThe Battery Research and Innovation Hub at Deakin University's Institute for Frontier Materials is researching alternative battery technologies, to reduce waste and re-use battery systems.
