Electrolyte breakthrough improves sodium battery performance
16 February, 2022Researchers have created a suitable solid electrolyte for use with sodium batteries, a less dangerous and more durable alternative to lithium.
Increasing perovskite solar cell efficiency
04 February, 2022 by Lauren DavisAustralian researchers say the solar cells they have produced are cheap and easy to manufacture, in addition to achieving high efficiency.
Analog Devices MAX77540 step-down buck converter
03 February, 2022 | Supplied by: Analog Devices Pty LtdAnalog Devices' MAX77540 step-down buck converter provides single-stage power conversion in multi-cell battery applications.
StoreDot tech extends the life of EV batteries
01 February, 2022The technology is designed to ensure that there is minimal drop-off in performance even as the battery ages beyond its useful EV life.
Rubber electrolytes key to long-lasting EV batteries
27 January, 2022In order for electric vehicles to become mainstream, they need cost-effective, safe, long-lasting batteries that won't explode during use or harm the environment.
New efficiency record for perovskite–organic solar cells
27 January, 2022Researchers say they have set a new record in the power conversion efficiency of solar cells made using perovskite and organic materials.
Cincon ECLB60W series DC/DC converters
18 January, 2022 | Supplied by: Transfer Multisort Elektronik Sp. z o.o.Cincon's ECLB60W series includes DC/DC converters with a wide input voltage range (4:1) and input-output isolation of 1500 VDC.
Passivation enables high-efficiency perovskite solar cells
18 January, 2022An international team of researchers has synthesised materials that were used for constructing a record-breaking perovskite solar module.
Anode material allows for fast-charging Li-ion batteries
14 January, 2022The proposed anode material proved suitable for fast charging, thanks to its enhanced lithium-ion kinetics.
Creating stable perovskite materials for efficient solar cells
13 January, 2022Perovskite materials are very sensitive to moisture, oxygen and even light, meaning they can degrade rapidly in air.
Biodegradable batteries made out of paper
10 January, 2022The batteries are made up of electrodes screen-printed onto both sides of a piece of cellulose paper that has been reinforced with hydrogel.
Stretchable, washable batteries designed for wearables
17 December, 2021The battery works even when twisted or stretched to twice its normal length, or after being tossed in the laundry.
Record efficiency for lead halide perovskite solar cells
09 December, 2021Researchers achieved a power conversion efficiency of 23.7% — the highest reported to date for an inverted architecture perovskite solar cell.
IME and ST collaborate on silicon carbide R&D
02 December, 2021 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdThe collaboration sets a foundation for a comprehensive SiC ecosystem in Singapore and creates opportunities for other companies to engage in SiC research.
Bringing PV modules indoors to power IoT devices
18 November, 2021Bringing photovoltaic technology indoors could help energise Internet of Things devices such as smoke alarms, cameras and temperature sensors.
