Power

Researchers enhance stability of perovskite solar cells

24 January, 2024

Researchers have developed a chemically protective cathode interlayer that has showcased the potential to stabilise photovoltaic devices.


New dirt-powered fuel cell can 'run forever'

24 January, 2024

Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a fuel cell that can harvest energy from microbes living in dirt.


Eggshells can act as electrodes to power batteries

12 January, 2024

A researcher from Flinders University has found that chicken eggshells can be used as electrodes to power batteries.


The power of vibrational spectroscopy

12 January, 2024 by Stephan Woods, Sr Manager, Product Management at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Vibrational spectroscopy has become a mainstay of development and production lines, offering unparalleled insights into the characteristics of novel materials.


More range for EV batteries on the horizon

09 January, 2024 by Oliver Peckham, PNNL

A new nickel-rich, single-crystal battery technology is on track for rapid deployment.


New tech to revive old solar panels

27 December, 2023

Researchers have developed a device that is capable of rejuvenating ageing solar panels and increasing their operational lifespan.


STMicroelectronics TSC1641 digital power monitor

19 December, 2023 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty Ltd

The TSC1641 digital power monitor from STMicroelectronics helps enhance energy use in industrial battery packs and power inverters, among other applications.


Study: Disposable vapes can be recharged hundreds of times

14 December, 2023

A new study has found that e-cigarette batteries that are being thrown away after a single use can be recharged hundreds of times.


Unravelling conduction mechanisms in perovskite oxides

13 December, 2023

Researchers have revealed the unique ion-transport mechanisms of a hexagonal perovskite-related oxide, which could pave the way for better dual-ion conductors.


Citrus solution enhances Li-ion battery recycling efficiency

30 November, 2023

Researchers have developed a process that dissolves lithium-ion batteries to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals used in the recycling process.


AI could improve the manufacture of perovskite solar cells

24 November, 2023

Researchers have used artficial intelligence to develop improved manufacturing processes for highly efficient perovskite solar cells.


Inverted perovskite solar cell achieves 25% efficiency

23 November, 2023

Researchers have enhanced the efficiency of perovskite solar cells by using a combination of molecules to address different issues.


Key improvement to lithium-oxygen batteries revealed

21 November, 2023

Researchers have developed a porous carbon sheet called a graphene mesosponge sheet that improves the energy density and cycle stability of lithium-oxygen batteries.


Shaping hard carbon electrodes for next-gen batteries

15 November, 2023

Scientists have used inorganic zinc-based compounds to improve the capacity of sodium- and potassium-ion batteries.


Soap-inspired electrolyte for designing longer-lasting batteries

14 November, 2023

Researchers have found that a promising electrolyte for designing longer lasting lithium batteries has complex nanostructures that act like micelle structures do in soaped water.


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