Researchers develop ITO-free organic solar cells for large modules
30 September, 2022Researchers have developed a method to create organic solar cells using zinc oxide that can overcome the issues of cost and scalability without compromising their PCE.
Tool developed to study degradation of all-solid-state batteries
29 September, 2022Scientists have shown that electrochemical impedance spectroscopy can be used as a non-destructive method to study the degradation mechanisms of all-solid-state lithium metal batteries.
Hybrid electrolyte developed for more efficient Li-ion batteries
21 September, 2022Researchers have developed a method to increase the ionic conductivity and lithium-ion transport of photo-cross-linked polymer with hexagonal arranged porous film hybrids.
Accurate solar material energy levels lead to better devices
21 September, 2022Researchers have discovered that precisely determining the energy levels of different solar materials leads to high-performance devices.
Battery recycling project takes Li-ion batteries to new frontiers
15 September, 2022The LiBinfinity project aims to establish a holistic concept for lithium-ion battery recycling, using an advanced mechanico-hydrometallurgical process.
New materials to boost stability of perovskite solar cells
14 September, 2022A team of researchers from Lithuania have synthesised the materials that were used for constructing a solar cell module, with an efficiency of 21.4%.
Diamond quantum sensors used to extend EV driving range
09 September, 2022A diamond quantum sensor-based detection technique has been developed to accurately estimate battery charge and extend driving range for electric vehicles.
Batteries not required: self-powered wearable monitors health
01 September, 2022Researchers have invented a self-powered, wireless wearable device that can monitor a user's pulse and wirelessly communicate with a nearby smartphone or tablet.
Using perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells to improve efficiency
30 August, 2022Researchers have discovered that reordering the layers in solar-cell modules can help improve efficiency.
Battery generates electricity from air moisture
23 August, 2022Using sea salt as a sustainable moisture absorbent, researchers have developed a rechargeable fabric-like battery that provides higher electrical output than conventional AA batteries.
Biofilm generates continuous electricity from sweat
17 August, 2022Researchers have engineered a bacterial biofilm that can produce continuous electricity from sweat; a discovery that could revolutionise wearable electronics.
Amping up Li-ion battery performance with black glass
17 August, 2022Scientists have developed black glasses grafted with silicon microparticles as negative electrode material to improve lithium-ion battery performance.
A faster-charging hydrogen fuel cell
17 August, 2022Researchers have developed a new technique to accelerate the charging of solid-state hydrogen fuel cells.
Researchers improve efficiency of organic solar cells by 10%
12 August, 2022Researchers have developed a process to improve organic solar cell electrical conductivity by 20 times and photoelectric conversion efficiency by 10% at room temperature.
Old solar panels upcycled into thermoelectric material
10 August, 2022Scientists turned old solar panels into a high-performance, energy-harvesting thermoelectric material that harvests heat and converts it into electricity.
