Tag: lithiumion

‘An extremely cheap battery compared to lithium-ion’

A newly developed battery could keep the lights on in low-income countries with minimal cost, helping the world meet pollution reduction goals without sacrificing modern comfort. Tech Xplore reported that researchers at Sweden’s Linköping University created a modest but effective battery that can be used more than 8,000 times without dipping below 80% of its […]

‘Until now, lithium-ion batteries have been the gold standard’

A new type of electric vehicle battery is entering the game. Tech startup Lyten announced in a press release on May 8 that it is shipping a new type of sample battery cell to equipment managers. Its lithium-sulfur A sample cells have the capacity to “hold more than two times the energy density of lithium-ion,” […]

Startup debuts first full-scale plant for batteries that could replace lithium-ion — with cheaper materials, faster production times, and more safety

Lithium-ion batteries are facing new competition with another type of electric battery ready to hit the market. As reported by Bloomberg, sodium-ion batteries are in production and have the potential to be cheaper and safer than lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries have been used for years now, powering our smartphones, electric cars, and more. However, lithium-ion […]

Research team develops new material that could help revive lithium-ion batteries — here’s how spent batteries could get second chance

Overworked lithium-ion batteries that power drones now have a stress management plan and a retirement option thanks to researchers who published their findings with the American Chemical Society. It’s part of an analysis of how lithium-ion battery strain in electric flying machines shortens their lifespans. The experiment also highlighted why the lithium packs may not […]

Scientists make game-changing discovery with new rechargeable battery in goal to replace lithium-ion — and it could drastically lower the cost of power

A new development in battery making could drastically cut the cost of power production. In a study published in Joule on March 20, researchers explored how manganese metal batteries are among the best candidates to overtake the conventional lithium-ion battery because they feature high energy densities and low costs, but that the development of a […]

Firefighters take concerns about lithium-ion battery fires to Congress

Firefighters take concerns about lithium-ion battery fires to Congress From cell phones to tablets, lithium-ion batteries are found in items we use every single day. They’re even found in electric bikes and scooters you see on the street too. Firefighters are now warning that certain uncertified batteries pose a major safety risk if they’re damaged, […]

Firefighters take concerns about lithium-ion battery fires to Congress

From cell phones to tablets, lithium-ion batteries are found in items we use every single day. They’re even found in electric bikes and scooters you see on the street too. Firefighters are now warning that certain uncertified batteries pose a major safety risk if they’re damaged, stored or charged incorrectly. And the outcome can be […]