The Electrochemical Society’s Stephen Harris, along with a team of researchers from  Berkeley Lab, have found a possible avenue to a better electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries. Harris – an expert on lithium-ion batteries and chemist at Berkeley Lab’s Materials Science Division – believes that he and his team have unveiled something that could lead to applying lithium-ion batteries to large-scale energy storage. Researchers around the world know that in order for lithium-ion batteries to store electrical energy for the gird…
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Hard-work and perseverance have paid off for The Electrochemical Society’s Telpriore “Greg” Tucker. From chemist, to mentor, to entrepreneur—the Arizona State University doctoral graduate aims to make an impact in renewable energy and transportation. With his new degree in hand, Tucker plans to revisit his business plans for The Southwest Battery Bike Company, which focuses on developing electric bicycles that can provide a more affordable and greener source of transportation. “I’ve always had an interest in transportation and how to…
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A solar-powered cycle path – called SolaRoad – has been unveiled in the Netherlands. The path can generate enough electricity to power three households, reports BBC. The new path has been installed in Kormmenie, which is 25 kilometers from Amsterdam. While the path is currently 70 meters long, it will be extended to 100 meters by 2016. Dr. Sten de Wit from SolaRoad believes that this is just the beginning for solar-powered paths. Dr. de Wit foresees solar roads eventually…
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There has been a great deal of debate and innovation in smart cars recently, but why just stop at the car? Why not make a smart highway? At least that’s the question Dutch developer Heijmans and designer Daan Roosegaard are asking. Since 2012 the duo have been talking about and drumming up game plans for innovative designs that would improve road sustainability, safety, and perception. These ideas include: electric priority lane, which would allow electric cars to charge themselves while…
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This from Scientific American: A team of Stanford University researchers, including former Energy Secretary Steven Chu, believes it has achieved the “holy grail” of lithium battery design: an anode of pure lithium that could boost the range of an electric car to 300 miles. Lithium-ion batteries are one of the most common types of rechargeable batteries on the market today. But most of the batteries—found in technologies like smartphones and electric cars—use an anode made of graphite or silicon. Read…
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On June 12, Tesla announced that it would no longer initiate patent lawsuits against anyone using their technology in good faith. Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, wrote this about the removal of patents from a wall in their Palo Alto lobby, “they have been removed, in the spirit of the open source movement, for the advancement of electric vehicle technology.” Musk went on to state, We believe that Tesla, other companies making electric cars, and the world would all benefit from…
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Charles W. Tobias Young Investigator Award Monday, 0920h / Room 316B (Level 3, Hawaii Convention Center) “Lithium Oxide Content in the Li Metal Anode Solid Electrolyte Interphase Drives High Coulombic Efficiency“ by Betar Gallant BETAR M. GALLANT is Associate Professor and Class of ‘22 Career Development Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where she leads the Energy and Carbon Conversion Laboratory. Her research group focuses on advanced battery chemistries and materials for…
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Thank you to the PRiME 2024 Meeting Exhibitors! The exhibitors will showcase some of industry’s greatest innovations, including cutting-edge instruments, materials, systems, publications, and software, as well as other products and services. Do not miss the opportunity to gain face-to-face time with industry experts. Location Hawaii Convention Center Exhibit Hours Monday, October 7, 2024 1200-1700h Exhibitor move in 1400-1700h Poster move in 1800-2000h Technical Exhibit, General Poster Session   Tuesday, October 8, 2024 1400-1700h Poster move in 1400-2000h Technical Exhibit…
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Pennington, NJ – The Electrochemical Society (ECS) has named 13 members to the 2024 Class of ECS Fellows. The designation “Fellow of The Electrochemical Society” was established in 1989 for advanced individual technological contributions to the fields of electrochemistry and solid state science and technology, and for service to the Society. These members are recognized for scientific achievements, leadership, and active participation in ECS affairs. Each year, up to 15 renowned scientists and engineers are chosen by their peers for…
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Register for June 10 seminar The ECS Detroit Section invites you to register for “ARPA-E EVs4ALL – Introduction of a Current Initiative of the US Department of Energy,” on June 10, 2024, at Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. Program Performers from Sylvatex (SVX), Sandia/UL, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), University of Michigan, and South 8 Technologies are presenting. Pre-registration is required. Registration deadline: Friday, June 7, 2024