Fast Charging Makes Zinc-Ion Batteries Stronger Instead of Weaker, US Study Finds Scientists in the US discovered that zinc-ion batteries could potentially replace lithium-ion ones as fast-charging technology continues to advance. A recent study conducted by researchers at a prominent US university revealed that the conventional belief of fast charging weakening batteries may not hold […]
US EV battery breakthrough to cut energy use by half, shrink factory footprint
US EV Battery Breakthrough to Cut Energy Use by Half, Shrink Factory Footprint Researchers from the US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have published a comprehensive review highlighting a groundbreaking development in the field of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This breakthrough innovation promises to significantly reduce energy consumption by half while also shrinking the […]
Scientists unveil nuclear battery with 50-year lifespan and triple efficiency
Scientists Unveil Nuclear Battery with 50-Year Lifespan and Triple Efficiency Researchers in China have developed a novel nuclear battery that can withstand at least half a century of use while being three times more efficient than current models. This breakthrough in energy technology opens up a wide array of possibilities for sustainable power sources that […]
Scientists capture first real-time view of electrolyte in lithium-sulfur batteries
Scientists Capture First Real-Time View of Electrolyte in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries A research team at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB) has, for the first time, used operando neutron imaging to capture a real-time view of the electrolyte within lithium-sulfur batteries. This groundbreaking achievement offers valuable insights into the inner workings of these next-generation batteries, shedding light on their […]
New slime-like electrolyte could make lithium-ion batteries safer and easy to recycle
New Slime-Like Electrolyte Could Revolutionize Lithium-Ion Batteries In a bid to make lithium-ion batteries safer, cleaner, and easier to recycle, scientists at the University of California, San Diego, have developed a groundbreaking slime-like electrolyte that could revolutionize the future of energy storage. Traditional lithium-ion batteries rely on liquid electrolytes, which can be flammable and prone […]
EVs to get range boost, extended battery life with China’s ‘charge status’ breakthrough
EVs to Get Range Boost and Extended Battery Life with China’s ‘Charge Status’ Breakthrough A new method developed by researchers in China is helping to deliver accurate state-of-charge (SOC) readings for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, potentially revolutionizing the EV industry. This breakthrough could not only provide EV drivers with a more precise understanding of their […]
Breakthrough 3D study achieves ‘holy grail’ of solid–liquid battery interfaces
Breakthrough 3D Study Achieves ‘Holy Grail’ of Solid-Liquid Battery Interfaces A research group at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has delivered the first clear view into the inner workings of solid-liquid battery interfaces, marking a significant breakthrough in the realm of energy storage technologies. This pioneering study, which has been hailed as the ‘holy grail’ […]
Simple imaging tool could help double EV lithium battery range, make them last longer
A Breakthrough in EV Technology: Simple Imaging Tool to Double Lithium Battery Range and Lifespan A new, simple method has been designed to measure lithium metal batteries’ performance accurately. This innovative imaging tool could potentially revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry by doubling the range of lithium batteries and significantly extending their lifespan. The traditional […]
World’s most powerful battery powers up, aims to serve 1 million homes for an hour
Australia’s Waratah Super Battery: Revolutionizing Energy Storage Australia’s Waratah Super Battery, operated by BlackRock’s Akaysha Energy, has officially begun operations. Once fully operational, this cutting-edge energy storage facility is set to revolutionize the renewable energy landscape by powering up to one million homes for an hour. This colossal project marks a significant milestone in the […]
Lithium batteries get extended efficiency, life using electrolytes with boron additives
Lithium Batteries Revolutionized: How Boron Additives in Electrolytes Boost Efficiency and Lifespan In a groundbreaking development, scientists from China have confirmed that electrolytes with boron additives can tackle the major challenges facing lithium batteries. These challenges include limited efficiency and a relatively short lifespan. With this innovative solution, the performance of lithium batteries is set […]