Liquid iron flow battery could revolutionize energy storage, shows study
Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have made a breakthrough in energy storage technology with the development of a new type of battery...
How pressure could power up lithium batteries
In groundbreaking research from Texas A&M University, Dr. Perla Balbuena and Dr. Jorge Seminario have taken a huge step forward in making better batteries.
Published...
Bright future: The next big thing in solar energy
Solar power is about to get a big upgrade, thanks to scientists working on a new kind of solar cell that could change everything.
These...
A battery price war is kicking off that could soon make electric cars cheaper....
The main cost of an electric vehicle (EV) is its battery.
The high cost of energy-dense batteries has meant EVs have long been more expensive...
Super cheap two-faced solar panels could change everything, show study
Scientists have come up with a super smart type of solar panel that can soak up the sun from both its front and back...
Scientists tackle high battery costs to make electric vehicles more affordable
As we try to use less oil and gas to help the environment, electric cars are becoming more popular.
But there's a big problem: they...
Can you get electrocuted by an electric vehicle?
Electric cars, scooters and bikes are everywhere. Are they safe?
A Northeastern expert breaks down the safety of EV and lithium-ion batteries when they encounter...
Scientists set new record with rollable solar cells
Australian scientists have made a giant leap forward in the world of renewable energy.
Led by the CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, a team of...
Unlocking the secrets of plasma: A leap forward for fusion energy
When we talk about the different forms matter can take, we usually mention solids, liquids, and gases. But there's a fourth state, one that's...
Heat meets electricity: a new insight into battery chemistry
When we think about batteries, especially the kind that powers everything from our phones to electric cars, we usually focus on electrical stuff like...