What’s a thermogalvanic cell good for?
Thermogalvanic energy harvesting (EH) cells use an electrochemical cell that generates electricity directly from heat by maintaining a temperature difference between two electrodes immersed in an...
View ArticlePreparing for sodium-ion battery storage? Advanced simulation models can help
The vast majority, upwards of 80% in recent years, of energy storage installations have used lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-based deployments have continued apace despite supply chain concerns, largely...
View ArticleUCSB researchers could replace traditional lithium-ion batteries
In a new study, researchers at UC Santa Barbara test safer and more efficient alternatives to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, used in devices such as phones and electric...
View ArticleIntroducing TLM-1550SPM high-power lithium cells
Tadiran Batteries has just introduced TLM-1550SPM high-power AA-size lithium oxide batteries for critical applications. Building on decades of success, Tadiran developed the TLM-1550SPM lithium metal...
View ArticleConnector provides high power from batteries to loads
The Industrial Battery Connector line from Anderson Power handles up to 450 A, senses its temperature, and provides pins for data communications. The electrification of just about everything means...
View ArticleWhat role do thermal interface materials (TIMs) play in EV battery systems?
Automotive manufacturers rely on thermal interface materials (TIMs) to prevent overheating in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. TIMs improve thermal regulation across traction packs by optimizing heat...
View ArticleEnhancing EV battery lifespan with electrolyte additives
Electrolyte additives can help extend the life of electric vehicle (EV) batteries by stabilizing the electrode-electrolyte interfaces and mitigating the adverse side reactions that cause battery...
View ArticleHow Li-ion batteries are powering the shift in off-highway equipment
As the material handling and ground support equipment sectors embrace lithium-ion batteries and outdoor charging infrastructure, they need battery connectors designed with innovative sealing and...
View ArticleWhy outdoor charging demands specialized battery connectors
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are becoming a preferred power source for off-highway and ground support equipment as industries push toward cleaner, more efficient operations. The first part of this...
View ArticleBattery architecture uses 100% silicon anode to improve energy density and...
A smartphone battery platform featuring a 100% silicon-anode design has been introduced, with energy density exceeding 900 watt-hours per liter (Wh/L). The battery, designated AI-1, was developed for...
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