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Charging times are a hugely important factor when it comes to driving the adoption of electric vehicles, and we’re seeing exciting advances aimed at getting users back on the road with minimal delay. US startup Enovix hopes to play its part in all of t… Continue reading Enovix’s silicon-based EV battery hits 98 percent charge in 10 minutes
As the source of power for electric cars and many other modes of clean transportation, improvements in battery technology stand to benefit vehicle performance in a number of important ways. This includes not just range figures but how well they can ope… Continue reading Bumpy electrode makes for smooth battery operation at sub-zero temps
Renewable energy is intermittent, so energy storage and release will be critical in the next few decades. IIASA researchers have put forth a fascinating solution, proposing to turn skyscrapers into giant gravity batteries for remarkably cheap renewable… Continue reading Lift Energy Storage System: Turning skyscrapers into gravity batteries
As the number of electronic devices grows, we’re going to have to get creative with our energy sources. Cambridge researchers have now demonstrated how an algae energy harvester can use sunlight to power a microprocessor for over a year without any hum… Continue reading Algae energy harvester powers electronics for a year on its own
By rethinking a key battery component, scientists in China have come up with what’s described as “extremely fast charging” technology that sees a lithium-ion battery hit 60 percent capacity in under six minutes. The breakthrough is billed as a signific… Continue reading “Extremely fast-charging” battery hits 60 percent in under 6 minutes
Electric vehicles are slowly but surely snatching market share from their combustion-engined forbearers. However, range and charging speed remain major sticking points for customers, and are a prime selling point …read more Continue reading The State of Play In Solid State Batteries
Now that we know this exists, we can’t believe it’s not a feature on all camera batteries. Chinese company Nitecore is selling replacement batteries for late-model Sony Alpha cameras with USB-C charging built in, so no external charger is required.Cont… Continue reading Nifty aftermarket camera battery boasts its own built-in USB-C charger
Though pedal-assisted bikes are proving a popular choice among commuters, some riders may prefer to add pedal assist to a regular bike when it’s needed and doing without when it’s not. That’s where lightweight and compact ebike conversion kits like the… Continue reading Swytch updates ebike conversion kit with smartphone-sized battery pack
Scientists continue to explore advanced battery technologies that could help us unlock the full potential of renewable energy, working to address the intermittent nature of power coming from the sun and wind. A team at Pacific Northwest National Labora… Continue reading “Hibernating” battery for seasonal storage releases energy when heated
Most of us either own or have used a laptop at some point. For traveling, as a student, or even for browsing Hackaday on the couch in front of the …read more Continue reading Desktop Performance In A Custom Mac Laptop