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Law Bending: More Ion Flow, Faster Charging Supercapacitors

Law Bending: More Ion Flow, Faster Charging Supercapacitors

Research yields insights on ion flow dynamics and pore connectivity, charting a path toward faster charging in supercapacitors.


5G Boosts Microgrid Resilience, Security

5G Boosts Microgrid Resilience, Security

National Renewable Energy Laboratory research demonstrates that fifth-generation cellular technologies’ edge capabilities can improve renewable…


Smart Grids vs. Quantum Threats: The $1.45M Solution

Smart Grids vs. Quantum Threats: The $1.45M Solution

A cybersecurity frontline is forming as utilities brace for advanced quantum computing-enabled attacks. 


AI Speeds Solar Cell Innovation by 85x with Automated Material Testing

AI Speeds Solar Cell Innovation by 85x with Automated Material Testing

An MIT engineering team has created a breakthrough process using machine learning to test and characterize experimental materials at a speed never…


Electrifying Cement: MIT Supercapacitor Could Power the Future

Electrifying Cement: MIT Supercapacitor Could Power the Future

Using simple materials, researchers from MIT have created a cement that can store electrical energy.


Renewables Game-Changer? 44% Efficient TPV Cell

Renewables Game-Changer? 44% Efficient TPV Cell

Researchers unlock a 44% power conversion efficiency with air-bridge thermophotovoltaic cells. 


‘Radioactive Batteries’ Could Last Years

‘Radioactive Batteries’ Could Last Years

Researchers have developed an advanced battery powered by beta rays from radioactive carbon isotopes. The semi-permanent device could operate for…


GaN Devices Hot Enough for Venus

GaN Devices Hot Enough for Venus

Gallium nitride will be a key enabler for high-temperature electronics, including possible missions to Venus.


Engineering Excellence: PCIM 2024 Honors Top Research

Engineering Excellence: PCIM 2024 Honors Top Research

The PCIM awards recognize research and researchers for excellence in the power electronics industry.


News Jun 13, 2024 by Kevin Clemens
High-Temperature Solar Device Achieves 1000°C and Beyond

High-Temperature Solar Device Achieves 1000°C and Beyond

The quartz-based solar absorber reached 1,050°C, paving the way for decarbonizing steel and cement production.


tech insights Jun 10, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Is Fusion’s Future Powered by AI?

Is Fusion’s Future Powered by AI?

Achieving nuclear fusion has been challenging, but advancements in artificial intelligence could offer some hope.


Can Paper Waste Make a Better Zinc-Based Battery?

Can Paper Waste Make a Better Zinc-Based Battery?

Standard lithium-ion batteries face numerous challenges, driving the need for more sustainable, affordable, and widely accessible solutions.


tech insights Jun 06, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Copper Conundrum: Can Research Improve Strength, Conductivity?

Copper Conundrum: Can Research Improve Strength, Conductivity?

Researchers are innovating ways to increase copper’s conductivity and make it stronger, lighter, and more cost-effective.


From Cobalts to Schmaltz: Chicken Fat for Supercapacitor Electrodes

From Cobalts to Schmaltz: Chicken Fat for Supercapacitor Electrodes

Researchers have transformed chicken fat to make carbon-based electrodes for supercapacitors.


tech insights May 31, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Cool Solar: Radiant Cooling Sends Heat Energy Into Space

Cool Solar: Radiant Cooling Sends Heat Energy Into Space

Researchers have found a way to provide a cooling surface while enhancing solar cell power output.


Novel Energy Storage Capacitors Set to Replace Batteries

Novel Energy Storage Capacitors Set to Replace Batteries

Researchers have identified a material structure to enhance the energy storage capacity of capacitors. 


tech insights May 30, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Can NASA Tech Stop Lithium-Ion Thermal Runaway?

Can NASA Tech Stop Lithium-Ion Thermal Runaway?

A NASA-derived technology helps characterize battery thermal runaway and could lead to safer battery packs.


News May 30, 2024 by Kevin Clemens
Precision Robotics Drives Manufacturing Method To Pure Positivity

Precision Robotics Drives Manufacturing Method To Pure Positivity

Researchers created a battery development method using robotics to formulate and test ways to combine battery materials and reduce impurities. 


Traveling Wave Monitoring of Transmission Lines Promises Ease, Accuracy

Traveling Wave Monitoring of Transmission Lines Promises Ease, Accuracy

Researchers have developed an online monitoring system to locate transmission line disturbances. This method requires less information and provides…


Improving Microgrid Resilience With New Sensitivity Analysis Method

Improving Microgrid Resilience With New Sensitivity Analysis Method

Scientists have created a model for measuring how quickly a microgrid can recover after a disturbance.