Remove IDEA Remove Polymer Remove Recharge Remove Universal
article thumbnail

MIT-led study suggests route to improving solid-state Li-ion batteries

Green Car Congress

The prevailing idea was that the material’s firmness or squishiness (a property called shear modulus) determined whether dendrites could penetrate into the electrolyte. —Alan Luntz, a consulting professor for metal-air battery research at Stanford University, who was not involved in this research. Resources. Sheldon, D.

Li-ion 150
article thumbnail

Researchers use DNA to stabilize sulfur cathode for high-performance Li-sulfur batteries

Green Car Congress

A team from the China University of Geosciences has taken a novel approach to stabilizing Lithium-sulfur batteries by functionalizing the carbon-sulfur cathode with DNA. Rechargeable lithium/sulfur battery promises an appealing candidate for energy storage to power portable devices and electric vehicles. Click to enlarge.

article thumbnail

Stanford team develops new low-voltage single-catalyst water splitter for hydrogen production

Green Car Congress

Researchers at Stanford University have developed a new low-voltage, single-catalyst water splitter that continuously generates hydrogen and oxygen. The idea is to use lithium ions to chemically break the metal oxide catalyst into smaller and smaller pieces. V to reach 10 mA cm −2 current (for integrated solar water splitting).

Water 150
article thumbnail

EADS demonstrating electric and hybrid aviation propulsion; innovative distributed propulsion series hybrid

Green Car Congress

The 250 V Lithium polymer batteries (40 Ah, 4V per cell) are made by KOKAM and are housed within the inboard part of the wings outside the cockpit and provided with venting and passive cooling. Total static engine thrust is about 1.5 and 1 hour, EADS said. and 1 hour, EADS said. Hub-mounted totally superconducting electrical machine.

Hybrid 334
article thumbnail

DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

Green Car Congress

When the final funding opportunity announcement is released following this public comment period, DOE will accept applications from industry, national laboratories, and university-led teams to address these challenges and enable technologies that drive innovation in vehicle design. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite. Recharge Rate.

Li-ion 240
article thumbnail

Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Seeking Alpha Home The Macro View Stocks & Sectors Global Markets ETFs Investing Ideas Breaking News Transcripts Register | Login Email: Password: Forgot Your Password? The modular, front-wheel-drive battery electric car has dent-resistant polymer-plastic body panels mounted on an aluminum frame and a steel chassis.

article thumbnail

Electric-Car Fans Rally Around the Volt - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

The fuel engine on the Volt is used to run the generator to recharge the battery when a trip exceeds 40 miles, and it’s rage on a full tank is around 400 miles. April 18, 2009 3:46 pm Link The Volt is a great idea and it looks magnificent, but they are out of their minds.!!! Just think they may have a rapid charging option today.

Volt 42