Revolutionizing Battery Lifespan: US, China Scientists Achieve 100% Voltage Recovery A collaborative effort between researchers at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering (NIMTE) in China and the United States has yielded a groundbreaking development in the realm of battery technology. The team of scientists has successfully achieved a remarkable 100% voltage recovery in […]
Tesla co-founder’s firm to recycle old batteries for rare earths to beat China curbs
Tesla Co-Founder’s Firm to Recycle Old Batteries for Rare Earths to Beat China Curbs Shared mobility company Lime has turned to Redwood Materials, a company founded by Tesla co-founder JB Straubel. Redwood Materials aims to tackle a pressing environmental issue while also securing a supply of rare earth materials crucial for electric vehicles. With China […]
China freezes rare earth exports, choking global tech and defense supply chains
China Freezes Rare Earth Exports, Choking Global Tech and Defense Supply Chains The U.S.-China trade war has entered a dangerous new phase of geopolitical arm-twisting. On April 2018, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced plans to limit the export of rare earth elements, crucial components in the manufacturing of high-tech products like smartphones, […]
Chinese battery makers to build two major US lithium plants in global power play
Chinese Battery Makers to Build Two Major US Lithium Plants in Global Power Play US-listed Chinese firms Kandi Technologies and CBAK Energy are joining forces to set up two major lithium plants in the United States, marking a significant shift in the global battery manufacturing landscape. As the world transitions towards electric vehicles and renewable […]
Hyundai unveils fire-fighting EV battery tech that douses flames before explosion
Hyundai Unveils Fire-Fighting EV Battery Tech that Douses Flames Before Explosion South Korean automobile giant Hyundai has developed a new battery that sprays a fire extinguishing substance to prevent explosions in electric vehicles. This groundbreaking technology is a significant step forward in ensuring the safety of EVs and addressing one of the key concerns surrounding […]
Lithium-ion batteries offer longer lifespan, fast charging with nanoscale engineering
Lithium-ion Batteries Revolutionize Energy Storage: The Nanoscale Engineering Breakthrough South Korean researchers from Dongguk University, in collaboration with Kyungpook National University in Daegu, have made significant strides in the realm of lithium-ion batteries. These batteries, already known for their efficiency and reliability, are now being taken to new heights through nanoscale engineering. This revolutionary approach […]
China cracks EV battery puzzle, paving way for cheaper, long-range lithium cells
China Cracks EV Battery Puzzle, Paving Way for Cheaper, Long-Range Lithium Cells Researchers at Tsinghua University in China used advanced X-ray computed tomography to unlock the complex secrets of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Their groundbreaking work has paved the way for the development of cheaper and more efficient lithium cells with longer ranges. This achievement […]
Trump revives ‘beautiful coal’ to power energy-hungry US data centers, EVs
“Trump Revives ‘Beautiful Coal’ to Power Energy-Hungry US Data Centers and EVs” U.S. President Donald Trump signed four executive orders on Tuesday that aim to revive the coal industry, emphasizing its importance in powering energy-hungry sectors such as data centers and electric vehicles (EVs). Despite the global shift towards renewable energy sources, Trump’s administration is […]
Historic Tesla collapse: Worst sales drop ever as Musk faces political backlash
Historic Tesla Collapse: Worst Sales Drop Ever as Musk Faces Political Backlash Politics and professionalism are like oil and water—mix them, and both become murky. Elon Musk, the enigmatic CEO of Tesla, is currently experiencing this firsthand as his company faces its worst sales drop ever amidst a backdrop of political backlash. Tesla, known for […]
New metamaterial stores 160x more energy, paving the way for smarter robots
A Breakthrough in Energy Storage: New Metamaterial Stores 160x More Energy, Paving the Way for Smarter Robots Human progress has always depended on the ability to store and release energy efficiently. Springs, batteries, and capacitors have been the traditional go-to options. However, a groundbreaking development in metamaterials is set to revolutionize energy storage as we […]