This device could turn wasted heat into clean electricity
New matchbook-sized devices could convert wasted heat in our homes, offices and vehicles into an environmentally friendly source of electricity, according to a team...
New battery design could extend the range of electric cars
A new lithium-based electrolyte invented by Stanford University scientists could pave the way for the next generation of battery-powered electric vehicles.
In a study published...
Scientists make the toughest component for solid-state batteries
By combining a ceramic material with graphene, Brown University engineers have made what they say is the toughest solid electrolyte built to date.
Scientists have...
Stiffer roadways could improve truck fuel efficiency
Simple changes in road resurfacing practices could improve gas mileage for heavy vehicles and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Every time you hear a deep rumble...
New way to turn waste carbon dioxide into useful material
Making catalysts to convert waste carbon dioxide into useful industrial products has been expensive and complicated – until now.
It’s as easy as playing...
This device could generate power from shadows
Shadows are often associated with darkness and uncertainty.
Now, NUS researchers are giving shadows a positive spin by demonstrating a way to harness this...
New NiMH batteries perform better when made from recycled old NiMH batteries
Recycling of rechargeable hydride batteries may be easier with a new method, according to a new study.
A new method for recycling old batteries can...
Scientists develop new viable sodium battery
Scientists have created a sodium-ion battery that holds as much energy and works as well as some commercial lithium-ion battery chemistries.
This makes for a...
Solar energy farms could offer second life for electric vehicle batteries
As electric vehicles rapidly grow in popularity worldwide, there will soon be a wave of used batteries whose performance is no longer sufficient for...
New 5G switches bring better battery life, higher bandwidth and speeds
The 5G revolution has begun, and the first lines of phones that can access the next generation of wireless speeds have already hit the...