Why thicker batteries don’t always last longer—It’s about chemistry, not just design
When it comes to batteries, thicker electrodes—those layers inside that store and move energy—should, in theory, help devices like phones and electric cars run...
A safer, longer-lasting battery made from wood? Scientists say yes
A team of researchers from Michigan State University has found a surprising way to make lithium-ion batteries safer and longer-lasting—by using a natural material...
Camphor tree compound doubles lifespan of next-gen solar cells
In an exciting development for green energy, scientists have discovered a way to make solar cells both more efficient and longer-lasting using a compound...
New catalyst could use 99% less light to power chemical reactions
A team of chemists at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has made a major breakthrough in the field of green...
Beyond lithium: Why potassium batteries could change everything
Potassium-ion batteries are showing great promise as a powerful and affordable energy storage solution—and may even outperform the more well-known sodium-ion batteries in some...
Scientists create bendable, long-lasting zinc-ion battery with new gel electrolyte
Scientists in China have developed a new type of bendable battery that keeps working even when twisted or folded, offering exciting possibilities for powering...
Rocket powered by beeswax? Students prove it’s possible
Engineering students from Kingston University in London have made headlines by building a rocket engine that runs on an unusual but eco-friendly fuel—beeswax.
The project,...
This smart robot might unlock better solar energy—faster
Finding better materials to make solar panels more efficient is a major goal for scientists around the world.
But discovering those materials takes time—especially because...
What is the optimal setting for your air conditioner
Ahh, summer, a time of vacations at the beach or mountains—and sky-high electricity bills as your air conditioner labors against the heat and humidity.
But...
How sound waves could help make lithium batteries smarter and safer
Lithium-ion batteries power almost everything we use today—from smartphones and laptops to electric cars.
But while these batteries have changed how we live, there’s still...