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The promise of a lithium-sulfur battery

GreenBiz

Low in cost and high in density, a lithium-sulfur battery could power the future of transport — if it ever gets to market.

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SMU research team extends lithium-sulfur battery life

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Researchers at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Texas have found a way to expand the lifespan of lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. This breakthrough could lead to more durable, long-lasting batteries, said Wang, the Brown Foundation Chair of Mechanical Engineering and Professor of Mechanical Engineering at SMU Lyle.

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Bridging the best of both electrolyte worlds for a better lithium-ion battery

TechXplore

Lithium-ion batteries powered the device on which these words appear. From phones and laptops to electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries are critical to the technology of the modern world—but they can also explode.

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DGeo’s Obexion FR for first responders extinguishes lithium battery fires

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DGeo, the new DG Solutions division at US-based Labelmaster , has released Obexion FR, a mobile-ready system for first responders to extinguish and remediate lithium battery fires safely. Obexion FR extracts heat from its surroundings, triggering an ongoing release of water, which cools the battery. Source: LabelMaster

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Toyota report grapples with energy storage challenge in logistics

Envirotec Magazine

For example, batteries capable of very high capacity energy storage have a vital part to play in the UK’s future energy infrastructure. Potentially, say the authors, batteries may have to be able to store enough energy to run entire industrial sites or to power cities or large urban conurbations.

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What Makes Spain’s New Hydrogen Train a Milestone for Global Transport?

Hydrogen Fuel News

With the potential to revolutionize emission-free transport, the project offers a glimpse into the future of sustainable rail travel. The train is based on an existing Renfe commuter model, retrofitted with new power systems that integrate hydrogen fuel cells and advanced lithium-titanate oxide (LTO) batteries.

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Better batteries will get us to an electrified future

GreenBiz

Better batteries will get us to an electrified future. The mass adoption of electric vehicles — and, well, electric everything — will rely heavily on cheap, dependable batteries. While the cost of lithium-ion batteries has dropped dramatically , the technology still leaves something to be desired. Mike De Socio.

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