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Tackling EV Range Anxiety With Faster-Charging Indium-Anode Chemistries

Tackling EV Range Anxiety With Faster-Charging Indium-Anode Chemistries

A research team at Cornell University is developing faster-charging battery chemistries to combat electric vehicle range anxiety.


tech insights Feb 08, 2024 by Jake Hertz
NASA To Test High-Performance Batteries for Advanced Air Mobility

NASA To Test High-Performance Batteries for Advanced Air Mobility

Archer Aviation’s lithium-ion battery cells will be tested under extreme conditions to ensure the highest safety for advanced air mobility and…


News Feb 05, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Research Targets Cobalt-Free Alternatives for EV Batteries

Research Targets Cobalt-Free Alternatives for EV Batteries

A research team believes it has found a more sustainable alternative to the cobalt used in electric vehicle batteries. 


tech insights Feb 05, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Supercapacitor, Lithium-Ion Combo Improves Energy Storage

Supercapacitor, Lithium-Ion Combo Improves Energy Storage

Research demonstrates the energy-efficiency benefits of hybrid power systems combining supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries.


tech insights Jan 31, 2024 by Jake Hertz
StoreDot Creates Battery Cooling for EV Extreme Fast Charging

StoreDot Creates Battery Cooling for EV Extreme Fast Charging

StoreDot’s concept integrates thermal management into the structure of each battery cell. This article discusses the need for cooling in battery…


News Jan 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
EPA’s Bold Emission Standards Spark US Battery Production Concerns

EPA’s Bold Emission Standards Spark US Battery Production Concerns

The EPA has set ambitious standards for vehicle emissions. To comply, U.S. manufacturers must ramp up electric vehicle battery production.


Google, Carnegie Mellon Use AI for Battery Breakthroughs

Google, Carnegie Mellon Use AI for Battery Breakthroughs

Individual projects from Google and Carnegie Mellon highlight the growing role of Deep Learning in battery technology and material science. 


tech insights Jan 22, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Energy Storage Tech Ramps Up

Energy Storage Tech Ramps Up

From demand forecasts to new technologies, here’s the latest news in the energy storage market.


News Jan 19, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Solid-State Battery Aces Tests for EV Charge Times, Range

Solid-State Battery Aces Tests for EV Charge Times, Range

Lithium-metal solid-state battery technology from QuantumScape exceeded performance expectations for energy retention in testing conducted by…


A Closer Look at Modular Silicon Carbide Device Evaluation

A Closer Look at Modular Silicon Carbide Device Evaluation

In this article, we deep-dive into modular design evaluation, how the modular design concept works, and how to reap its benefits.


Battery Fast Charging Using Raspberry Pi and Python

Battery Fast Charging Using Raspberry Pi and Python

By implementing fuel gauge functionality in the battery pack, original equipment manufacturers can design smart fast chargers that increase system…


Detecting Battery Defects With High-Speed Microscopy

Detecting Battery Defects With High-Speed Microscopy

During the manufacturing process, scanning battery cells for defects can be time-consuming, expensive, and inaccurate. However, a method known as…


tech insights Jan 04, 2024 by Jake Hertz
A Guide to Battery Fast Charging

A Guide to Battery Fast Charging

While higher battery capacity increases a device’s operating life, keeping charging time down presents additional design challenges. This…


GDI Rolls Out Faster Silicon Anode Production

GDI Rolls Out Faster Silicon Anode Production

The company has demonstrated the industry’s first MWh scale “roll-to-roll” production of silicon anodes.


News Dec 30, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Industry Insights: From Solar Innovation to MOSFETs and Mars

Industry Insights: From Solar Innovation to MOSFETs and Mars

Industry experts provide technical information on everything from electrical conduits and solar innovation to Mars exploration and MOSFETs.


Considerations for Designing a Safe, Reliable Battery Management System

Considerations for Designing a Safe, Reliable Battery Management System

This article describes the most significant risks influencing a battery and what engineers must consider when designing a battery management system.


Innovation Surrounds Growing EV Market in 2023

Innovation Surrounds Growing EV Market in 2023

A look back at some of the power products and innovations from 2023 that are impacting the design of EV powertrains, battery systems, and vehicle…


Renewable Energy Innovations Define 2023

Renewable Energy Innovations Define 2023

A look back at the power products, innovations, and technologies impacting renewable energy generation, distribution, and storage.


Can Lithium Metal Batteries Replace Industry-Standard Li-Ion?

Can Lithium Metal Batteries Replace Industry-Standard Li-Ion?

Engineers have made continual improvements to electric vehicle battery technology and design to maximize energy density while preserving safety.…


How Cavity Pumps Help Secure the Lithium Supply Chain

How Cavity Pumps Help Secure the Lithium Supply Chain

Engineering designs from electric vehicles to energy storage systems require a robust lithium supply chain. Here’s what engineers need to know…