GOUVERNEUR, N.Y. (AP) — Graphite mines in the United States largely closed down seven decades ago. Mining the ubiquitous mineral found in everything from nuclear reactors to pencils seemed to make ...

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POSTECH researchers develop a "magneto-conversion" strategy that quadruples battery capacity while eliminating fire risks.

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The culprit is the liquid electrolyte inside the battery. It’s flammable by design, allowing lithium ions to flow. If a battery is punctured, overcharged, overheated or poorly made, the electrolyte ...

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Lithium-ion batteries can become unstable under certain conditions, leading to fires. Now, researchers have used new materials that they say can make batteries safer.

In colder climates, the lithium-ion batteries commonly used in EVs can struggle to maintain their performance. The internal ...

Lots of gifts given during the holiday season contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that can pose a fire risk if not used properly.

Utility-scale battery storage is expanding rapidly worldwide as falling costs and renewable growth drive investment, though ...