Why batteries come in so many sizes and shapes

The reason batteries come in so many types has as much to do with history as innovation.

Wesley Chang, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics, Drexel University • conversation
April 5, 2024 ~7 min

How sodium-ion batteries could make electric cars cheaper

Sodium is a cheap and viable alternative to lithium in batteries for low-medium range EVs.

Robert House, Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellow, University of Oxford • conversation
Oct. 10, 2023 ~7 min


Lithium-ion battery fires are a growing public safety concern − here's how to reduce the risk

Lithium-ion batteries power many electric cars, bikes and scooters. When they are damaged or overheated, they can ignite or explode. Four engineers explain how to handle these devices safely.

Morteza Sabet, Research Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering, Clemson University • conversation
Sept. 26, 2023 ~10 min

Cambridge researchers awarded ERC funding to support commercial potential of their work

University of Cambridge researchers have been awarded Proof of Concept grants from the European Research Council (ERC), to help them explore the commercial or

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Aug. 2, 2023 ~2 min

Oxygen ‘holes’ could hold the key to higher performing EV batteries

Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding and overcoming the challenges associated with nickel-rich materials used in lithium-ion batteries.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
July 19, 2023 ~4 min

Watching lithium in real time could improve performance of EV battery materials

Researchers have found that the irregular movement of lithium ions in next-generation battery materials could be reducing their capacity and hindering their

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Oct. 14, 2022 ~5 min

Electric planes are coming: Short-hop regional flights could be running on batteries in a few years

Air Canada and United Airlines both have orders for hybrid electric 30-seaters. An aerospace engineer explains where electrification, hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuels are headed.

Gökçin Çınar, Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan • conversation
Sept. 19, 2022 ~9 min

Making EVs without China's supply chain is hard, but not impossible – 3 supply chain experts outline a strategy

China controls much of the global EV supply chain, but electric vehicles that use its parts and minerals won’t qualify for new US EV tax credits. Can America build its own supply chain?

Tinglong Dai, Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics, Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University • conversation
Aug. 31, 2022 ~11 min


Making EVs without imports from China – 3 supply chain experts outline a strategy

China controls much of the global EV supply chain, but electric vehicles that use its parts and minerals won’t qualify for new US EV tax credits. Can America build its own supply chain?

Tinglong Dai, Professor of Operations Management & Business Analytics, Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University • conversation
Aug. 31, 2022 ~11 min

Machine learning algorithm predicts how to get the most out of electric vehicle batteries

Researchers have developed a machine learning algorithm that could help reduce charging times and prolong battery life in electric vehicles by predicting how

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Aug. 23, 2022 ~5 min

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