Saline-powered ultrathin battery developed for smart contact lenses
25 August, 2023Scientists have developed a flexible battery as thin as a human cornea, which stores electricity when it is immersed in saline and could power smart contact lenses.
Zinc-air batteries: a cheaper, safer alternative to Li-ion
24 August, 2023A study by Edith Cowan University has found that zinc-air batteries are a promising alternative to Li-ion batteries, due to their high theoretical energy density and environmental friendliness.
New tech boosts development of carbon-capturing batteries
23 August, 2023Batteries that can capture harmful emissions could be right around the corner, thanks to a system that advances the development of catalysts for lithium-CO2 (Li-CO2) batteries.
Chloride ions from seawater could power green batteries
17 August, 2023A study has explored the viability of using seawater green batteries to store renewable energy, with the development of a new chloride-ion based redox chemistry.
Aluminium foil boosts development of Li-ion batteries
11 August, 2023 by Catherine BarzlerResearchers from Georgia Institute of Technology have used aluminium foil to create batteries with higher energy density and greater stability.
New charging tech to turn e-cars into batteries on wheels
11 August, 2023To ensure that two-way charging can be used on a broad scale, a team of researchers have launched a project that aims to develop semiconductor, device and system technologies for 800 V batteries.
Making batteries work without external pressure
09 August, 2023 by Daniel Kane, University of California San Diego Jacobs School of EngineeringA team of researchers has engineered a new material that could be used to create lithium batteries that work with zero external pressure.
Fast thin film devices boost energy storage, electronics
03 August, 2023A team of researchers has found a new single-crystalline oxide thin film with fast changes in electrical properties via Li-ion intercalation through engineered ionic transport channels.
Dry manufacturing process enhances EV battery production
26 July, 2023A team of researchers have developed a dry processing method that could extend the lifespan of EV batteries and enhance their performance.
Research finds key to lithium-nickel-oxide battery wear
26 July, 2023Researchers have reportedly made a "significant breakthrough" in understanding the challenges associated with nickel-rich cathode materials in Li-ion batteries.
'Radical' new aqueous aluminium batteries
12 July, 2023Scientists in Australia and China have taken steps to develop a safe and efficient non-toxic aqueous aluminium radical battery.
Neutrons unlock the secrets of solid-state batteries
06 July, 2023Researchers have used neutron reflectometry to look inside a working solid-state battery and monitor its electrochemistry.
Dual-use rechargeable battery
28 June, 2023Researchers from Tsinghua University have developed a dual-use rechargeable battery that stores electricity and produces valuable chemicals at the same time.
Membrane tech to enhance lithium production for batteries
27 June, 2023A Monash University startup is developing technology that could increase the efficiency of lithium manufacturing, a critical mineral for battery technologies in electric vehicles.
Long-duration 197 MW big battery to be built in Collie, WA
22 June, 2023Western Australia will soon be home to a 197 MW battery that will be connected to the South West Interconnected System, providing a significant boost to the region's electricity grid.
