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Battery Science – News and Features

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Why Your Wireless Headphone Battery Doesn’t Last

Ever notice that batteries in electronics don't last as long as they did when they were brand new? New research is dedicated to figuring out why.
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How Is Materials Science Shaping the Path to a Greener Future?

Through materials science, we can tailor existing substances or engineer completely novel materials to generate new and useful properties. In this article, we look at some of the research creating a more sustainable future.
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Recycling Lithium-Ion Batteries Delivers Significant Environmental Benefits

A study finds recycling lithium-ion batteries emits less than half the greenhouse gases of mining and uses one-fourth the energy and water. The study highlights the importance of optimizing battery recycling processes, locations and technologies.
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“Embodied Energy” Powers Modular Worm and Jellyfish Soft Robots

Cornell researchers developed soft robots that use built-in batteries as both power sources and structural components, mimicking evolution from swimming to crawling. A jellyfish robot moves via a redox flow battery.
A lithium-ion battery in a plastic case in a laptop.
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Flame Retardants in Plastic Battery Cases May Do More Harm Than Good

One common strategy to prevent lithium-ion battery fires may cause serious harm to health and not work to stop the fires.
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Adding a Catalyst Helps Improve Lifespan and Performance of Lithium-Air Batteries

Researchers developed a soluble catalyst for lithium-air batteries, reducing overpotential and preventing side reactions. The imidazole iodide salt-based catalyst improves charge transport and forms a stable anode interface.
Batteries lined up in rows, stood on one end.
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Magnetic Sensor Technique Helps Identify Battery Fire Risk

A magnetic sensor can help detect fuel cell failures and fire risk for lithium-ion batteries.
A woven battery is functional in water, and is used to power a timer.
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Woven Yarn-Like Battery Can Be Deployed in Seawater To Power Safety Tech

A yarn-like battery prototype that works in seawater can be woven into various shapes to power technology.
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Electric Pulse Method Recycles Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Materials

Researchers have developed a novel electrical pulse method for carbon fiber recycling, enhancing sustainability.
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How Is AI Accelerating the Discovery of New Materials?

With the advent of machine learning and artificial intelligence, materials science could be poised to take its next big leap in efficiency since the introduction of computational chemistry.
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