Why your headphone battery doesn't last
25 February, 2025Researchers have used advanced imaging to uncover how wireless earbud batteries degrade over time due to temperature gradients and component interactions.
New efficiency benchmark for CIGS–perovskite tandem solar cell
20 February, 2025Researchers have presented a CIGS–perovskite tandem cell that has achieved an efficiency of 24.6%, certified by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems.
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.
AI aids discovery of solar cell materials
12 February, 2025 by Frank Frick, Karlsruhe Institute of TechnologyResearchers have shown how machine learning can help accelerate the search for new semiconductor molecules for perovskite solar cells.
Researchers claim record PV efficiency for kesterite solar cell
10 February, 2025 by Neil Martin, UNSW SydneyUNSW researchers have reportedly set a new record for a kesterite solar cell, which could be a long-term, sustainable add-on for silicon-based panels.
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.
How halide perovskites could transform light-powered energy tech
29 January, 2025 by Eric Stann, University of MissouriResearchers from the University of Missouri have explored how a material called halide perovskites could transform light-powered energy technology.
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.
Producing non-toxic and efficient solar cells
06 December, 2024Researchers have developed a new design principle that makes the large-scale production of efficient, environmentally friendly organic solar cells possible.
Stability of perovskite solar cells tripled with protective coating
29 November, 2024 by Amanda Morris, Northwestern UniversityScientists have developed a protective coating that significantly extends the lifespan of perovskite solar cells.
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.
