Tiny droplets are powering big ideas in science. Researchers have developed a miniature, soft, and flexible lithium-ion battery made from biocompatible hydrogel. This new battery, smaller than a grain ...

The price of lithium batteries has plummeted in recent years as various manufacturers scale up production and other construction and process improvements are found. This is a good thing if you’re an ...

Seems like alot of electronics I have complain about running NiMH batteries, because the nominal voltages are lower than alkaline. Are rechargeable lithium batteries a good option instead? What I can ...

Since lithium-ion batteries were first sold 30 years ago, they’ve dropped in cost by 97%. But they’re still too expensive for making electric cars that can compete in cost with fossil-fueled cars ...

Lithium ion batteries are all around you because they're lightweight, powerful, and rechargeable. However, when damaged, overcharged, or improperly stored, they can overheat, catch fire, or even ...

Lithium batteries power the majority of our EVs today but a once-discarded tech may be making a resurgence for one key ...

Following the expansion of Vermont's manufacturer-funded recycling program, the state will launch its Battery Bonanza school recycling contest in partnership with The Battery Network and local ...

Magnesium is a promising candidate as an energy carrier for next-generation batteries. However, the cycling performance and capacity of magnesium batteries need to improve if they are to replace ...

Lithium-ion batteries dominate the selection of power sources for tools these days, and storing these expensive components ...