Lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries are nearly ubiquitous in portable applications. While catastrophic failures are rare, they can hurt people, grab headlines, and even put OEMs who use the ...

Nexergy has completed a portable power system for an unmanned aerial vehicle for the military/aerospace market. Nexergy has completed a portable power system for an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for ...

An American battery company wants to completely rethink how lithium-ion batteries are made. The company claims its electrode-to-pack design eliminates waste and boosts energy efficiency. It can ...

A typical laptop-computer battery pack can contain more than 50 Whr of energy and requires care in its design, construction, and operation to ensure that it remains safely within its operating limits.

One of the most discussed and stressed-over aspects of the latest revolution in portable, worn, autonomous, and remote electronics is the battery. The problem is that people pay both too much and not ...

Understand why high-conductivity thermal pads and flexible heat spreaders are essential for safe, efficient, and long-lasting EV battery packs.

Low-voltage DC power electronics are an exciting field right now. Easy access to 18650 battery cells and an abundance of used Li-Ion cells from laptops, phones, etc. has opened the door for hackers ...

Modular Li-ion battery designs offer superb thermal runaway containment, serviceability, recyclability and scalability, making them ideal for various applications. However, they can have higher mass ...

As battery electric vehicle (BEV) ownership becomes more prevalent, addressing critical issues such as range anxiety and thermal management safety is essential. John Albaugh from Elkem Silicones ...