Li-ion battery

New “all-iron” battery promises exceptional durability for a fraction of the price

New “all-iron” battery promises exceptional durability for a fraction of the price

Chinese scientists have developed an iron-based flow battery that can withstand 6,000 cycles, or 16 years of operation, without losing capacity. The technology offers an extremely cheap and durable ... More
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Anker Nano smart charger with display finally available in Europe

The new Anker Nano Charger with 45W power and smart display has arrived in the EU for €39.99. It offers intelligent "Auto" and "Care" modes to protect the battery and an extremely compact body, ... More
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The first production electric motorcycle with a solid battery

The Verge TS Pro with solid-state battery sets new standards: up to 600 km range, 300 km charging in 10 minutes and 1,000 Nm of torque. With a price starting at EUR 29,900, the Finnish company proves that ... More
New lithium-free battery breaks voltage records

New lithium-free battery breaks voltage records

Scientists have developed a potassium battery that achieves high voltage without the use of expensive lithium. The technology uses raw materials that cost only around €450 per ton, which promises to be extremely ... More
The first commercial solid-state battery is coming to market

The first commercial solid-state battery is coming to market

Donut Lab presents the first mass-produced solid-state battery. The technology enables charging in 5 minutes, a range of up to 595 km and exceptional durability. It will be used for the first time in electric ... More
Japan is set to ban the sale of fossil fuel cars by 2030.

Why do electric vehicle batteries explode faster than we thought?

Scientists have found that single-crystal materials, which are supposed to eliminate battery cracking, suffer from internal stresses. Cracks occur within individual particles due to uneven ... More
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A battery without mass! The future of electric vehicles and airplanes?

Scientists have created a battery that simultaneously stores energy and strengthens structure. This “weightless” technology could transform electric vehicles, airplanes and even portable devices, ... More
A new era of batteries in iron?

A new era of batteries in iron?

Iron, long overlooked in the battery world, has made a breakthrough. A team at Stanford has developed a material that allows the exchange of five electrons per iron atom. The innovation promises cheaper, ... More
Chinese scientists develop solid lithium batteries with a range of over 1,000 km

Chinese scientists develop solid lithium batteries with a range of over 1,000 km

Chinese scientists have developed a new generation of solid-state lithium batteries that can deliver a range of over 1,000 km. Three innovations have overcome key technical hurdles, paving the way for ... More
Sodium batteries could change the future of electricity

Sodium batteries could change the future of electricity

Sodium batteries have long been considered a promising alternative to lithium. With recent breakthroughs, the technology is finally gaining traction. Due to safety, low cost, and availability of materials... More