Lithium-ion batteries have powered much of the global push toward cleaner energy. But their risks—especially fire and toxic ...

Many Na-ion batteries still fall below expectations and below that of commercially available batteries. For large-scale ...

The lifespan of lithium metal batteries (LMBs) has been doubled in testing while maintaining a very high energy density.

Lithium-ion batteries power a lot of tech today, from laptops and cellphones to common power tools. But if stored improperly, ...

A Chinese firm has achieved a breakthrough in lithium metal battery (LMB) technology through quantitative mapping. Conducted ...

Innovations in lithium-ion batteries focus on enhancing safety, reducing fire risks, and improving reliability. Developments include fire-resistant materials, reliable thermal management, and advanced ...

Like a vehicle, your laptop battery is essential for it to work and while it doesn't seem important, what they are made of ...

Liquid potassium anodes show 100x performance boost—but a new solid electrolyte is key to room-temperature use.

There are two main reasons. First, lithium-ion batteries contain highly flammable components, which means that overheating, physical abuse, or short-circuiting can make them catch fire. Second, ...

These batteries could have profound implications for cutting emissions from vehicles and industry—and maybe even missions on ...

Given that lithium-ion batteries are made of scarce and expensive elements such as cobalt, nickel, copper and lithium, ...

Lithium carbon dioxide batteries could be a gamechanger for everything from renewable-energy storage to colonising Mars.