A sulfur-based solid electrolyte (SSE) can be prepared for about one-sixth the price of previous materials, paving the way toward safer lithium-ion batteries (ACS Appl. Energy Mater., 2024, DOI: ...

With simple molecular tweaking, researchers have converted a common chemical waste product, triphenylphosphine oxide (TPPO), into an electrolyte material suitable for use in batteries connected to the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When you’re dehydrated, whether as a result of a heavy workout or ...

Accelerating demand for renewable energy and electric vehicles is sparking a high demand for the batteries that store generated energy and power engines. But the batteries behind these sustainability ...

When you think of electrolyte drinks, your mind probably jumps to brightly colored sports drinks in plastic bottles. But while those store-bought options are popular, they're often loaded with added ...

Battery fires are rare, but when they happen, they require enormous amounts of firefighting resources. The problem is caused by the flammable electrolyte, which can generate its own oxygen in a ...