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Universal Design: Standardizing Solid-State EV Batteries

Universal Design: Standardizing Solid-State EV Batteries

Korean researchers have introduced the first universal design principles for designing solid-state batteries.


tech insights Sep 26, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Solving the Storage Problems of Water-Based Batteries

Solving the Storage Problems of Water-Based Batteries

Engineers are joining forces to overcome problems in aqueous battery technology. 


tech insights Sep 24, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Remembering John B. Goodenough, Inventor of the Lithium-Ion Battery

Remembering John B. Goodenough, Inventor of the Lithium-Ion Battery

Dr. Goodenough received a Nobel Prize at the age of 97 for his contributions to making the Lithium-ion battery a reality.


News Sep 23, 2024 by Duane Benson
Creating the World’s First Large-Scale Potassium-Ion Battery

Creating the World’s First Large-Scale Potassium-Ion Battery

The battery surpasses lithium-iron phosphate and sodium-ion batteries in safety and energy storage.


tech insights Sep 23, 2024 by Jake Hertz
The Rocky Road to Better Battery Cathodes

The Rocky Road to Better Battery Cathodes

Can rock salt cathodes pave the way for affordable, high-energy storage?


tech insights Sep 19, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Battery Boom: Global Gigafactories on the Rise

Battery Boom: Global Gigafactories on the Rise

Battery production is ramping up worldwide.


News Sep 18, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Could Hidden Battery Power Boost EV Range?

Could Hidden Battery Power Boost EV Range?

Scientists have discovered why lithium iron phosphate batteries hold 25% less energy than predicted.


tech insights Sep 17, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Can 3D Nanostructured Electrodes Prevent EV Fires?

Can 3D Nanostructured Electrodes Prevent EV Fires?

Sienza Energy’s proprietary 3D nanostructure enhances the safety of electrical vehicle batteries.


News Sep 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Thermal Runaway Threat: Cracking the High-Temp Battery Code

Thermal Runaway Threat: Cracking the High-Temp Battery Code

Could a polymer electrolyte lead to safer and longer-lasting electric vehicle batteries?


Why Don’t LFP Batteries Last Longer?

Why Don’t LFP Batteries Last Longer?

Can TU Graz research lead to longer-lasting LFP batteries in EVs and storage facilities?


Simulation Model Predicts Sodium-Ion Battery Health and Longevity

Simulation Model Predicts Sodium-Ion Battery Health and Longevity

The model is the first to be compatible with non-lithium batteries.


tech insights Aug 30, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Silicon Savior: Could Si Tech Unleash Better Batteries?

Silicon Savior: Could Si Tech Unleash Better Batteries?

LFP batteries have been plagued by technical issues and high costs. Could new materials make a difference?


News Aug 29, 2024 by Liam Critchley
Microwaves Zap Lithium From Used Li-Ion Batteries

Microwaves Zap Lithium From Used Li-Ion Batteries

The recycling method uses microwaves and a biodegradable solvent to recover lithium from used batteries.


tech insights Aug 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Fit for Duty: High-Voltage Batteries for Military Vehicles

Fit for Duty: High-Voltage Batteries for Military Vehicles

Epsilor’s military-grade battery system is robust enough for demanding field applications.


News Aug 28, 2024 by Liam Critchley
Research Revs Up EV Battery Recycling

Research Revs Up EV Battery Recycling

Researchers develop two recycling techniques to recover valuable materials from used lithium-ion batteries.


tech insights Aug 23, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Megapack, Mega Power: Tesla Battery Storage Adds 800 MWh to Grid

Megapack, Mega Power: Tesla Battery Storage Adds 800 MWh to Grid

The latest energy storage project in California features a grid-scale modular battery system from Tesla.


News Aug 20, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
From Pistons to Powertrains: EVs Could Reshape Engineers’ Careers

From Pistons to Powertrains: EVs Could Reshape Engineers’ Careers

Transitioning to electrification will have profound effects on U.S. auto industry employment.


Dirty Mines: Transforming Lithium Extraction

Dirty Mines: Transforming Lithium Extraction

Researchers have developed a method to extract lithium using carbon nitride membranes that mimic natural ion channels. 


Research Round-Up: Solar, Battery Sustainability Via Design

Research Round-Up: Solar, Battery Sustainability Via Design

Researchers worldwide are exploring methods in sustainable batteries and renewable energy technologies.


tech insights Aug 15, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Blade Recycling Turns Wind Into Storage

Blade Recycling Turns Wind Into Storage

Swedish startup Sinonus is transforming discarded wind turbine blades into large batteries to create a cutting-edge energy storage solution.…


News Aug 14, 2024 by John Nieman