Scientists create smart battery material that stops energy loss
Lithium-sulfur batteries have long been seen as one of the most promising technologies for the future of energy storage.
They could store much more energy...
Scientists create color-changing robot skin that can see and feel touch
Imagine a robot that can not only see the world but also "see" the feeling of touch.
Scientists have now developed a new material that...
Scientists turn old EV batteries into more powerful next-generation batteries
Electric vehicle (EV) batteries may have a much brighter future than simply being recycled into basic materials.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego...
Scientists discover simpler way to make rare silicon that could boost future batteries
Scientists have discovered a new and much simpler way to produce a rare form of silicon that could improve batteries and electronic devices while...
Why airplanes still limit carry-on batteries to 100 Wh
Many travelers carry smartphones, laptops, tablets, power banks, and other electronic devices when flying.
While these devices are convenient, the lithium-ion batteries inside them can...
New water-powered battery could power wearables—and even destroy sensitive devices
Scientists have developed a new type of battery that runs using moisture from the air instead of the liquid chemicals found in most batteries.
The...
New shape-shifting surface can feel, move, and respond to human touch
Imagine a screen that doesn't just show images but also changes its shape when you touch it.
Engineers at Rice University and Kyung Hee University...
Scientists create 3D-printed zinc battery that stores seven times more energy
As more countries use solar panels and wind turbines to generate electricity, finding better ways to store that energy has become increasingly important.
Researchers at...
Scientists turn plastic bottles into high-quality battery material
A plastic bottle that would normally end up in a recycling bin or landfill could one day help power electric cars, smartphones, and renewable...
New framework could help build better, cheaper, and greener EV batteries
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular around the world, but building the perfect battery is not easy.
Battery makers must balance cost, driving range,...