CATL launches ultra-high density 500-Wh/kg “condensed battery”

Lithium batteries started an avalanche of innovation when they became widely available, largely because they could hold significantly more energy by weight than other contemporary chemistries. Touchscreen smartphones, drones, all-day laptops, long-rang… Continue reading CATL launches ultra-high density 500-Wh/kg “condensed battery”

Spore-producing bacteria battery could last 100 years on the shelf

“Remove the Kapton tape and activate the battery.” “But captain, these batteries must be 100 years old!” “They’ll work, trust me.”Continue ReadingCategory: Electronics, ScienceTags: Power, Bacteria, Fuel Cell, Binghamton University, Battery Continue reading Spore-producing bacteria battery could last 100 years on the shelf

The extraordinary batteries Lilium will use for its odd eVTOL approach

With tiny, ducted electric “jets” instead of exposed propellers, Lilium’s eVTOL aircraft looks incredible, but it’ll place a unique strain on its batteries. Lilium has invested millions into a company that makes cells it believes are up to the task.Con… Continue reading The extraordinary batteries Lilium will use for its odd eVTOL approach