Flower Power: Lavender oil could boost next-generation batteries
Lavender oil, known for its calming scent, could also play a role in solving energy storage problems.
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids...
Scientists develop novel catalyst for longer-lasting lithium-air batteries
Lithium-air batteries have the potential to store much more energy than the lithium-ion batteries we use today, making them ideal for electric vehicles and...
Scientists discover new way to store hydrogen using plant-based jet fuel
A team of scientists has found a way to safely store and release hydrogen using a jet fuel made from plant material.
This breakthrough could...
Magnetic sensors help spot fake batteries without damage
Fires and accidents caused by counterfeit lithium-ion batteries are becoming a growing concern. These fake batteries are hard to distinguish from original ones based...
Electric cars now as durable as traditional vehicles, study finds
Electric cars have come a long way in recent years and can now match the lifespans of petrol and diesel vehicles, according to a...
Eco-friendly aluminum battery lasts 10,000 cycles and could transform energy storage
Large batteries are essential for storing solar and wind power, helping integrate renewable energy into the power grid.
However, finding safe, reliable, and eco-friendly battery...
Butterfly-inspired robot wings move without batteries or electronics
Researchers have developed robotic wings that mimic the movement of butterfly wings using only magnetic fields, with no need for batteries or electronics.
Inspired by...
Scientists create eco-friendly artificial muscles that store and generate energy
A team of researchers has developed innovative artificial muscle fibers that can produce and store energy.
These fibers mimic real muscles and could transform industries...
Scientists develop hydrogen-powered ships with ammonia fuel for a greener future
A team of researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and University College London has developed a groundbreaking energy system that could transform the future...
Power from the sea: New yarn battery lights up in saltwater
Scientists have created an exciting new battery that works in seawater and could power devices used in the ocean.
Most batteries are hard and can’t...