Batteries

China displayed cutting-edge electric vehicle battery technology at this year's Beijing Auto Show, emphasizing rapid charging innovations. Companies like CATL and BYD highlighted batteries capable of charging in as little as five minutes. The event positioned China as a leader in EV advancements.

20 апреля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

Samsung SDI signed a multiyear electric vehicle (EV) battery supply agreement with Mercedes-Benz Group AG in Seoul on Monday. The deal marks the first such supply contract between the companies, providing high-performance batteries for next-generation EVs. The firms also agreed to expand cooperation in future mobility, including joint development of advanced battery technologies.

Used batteries from electric vehicles could fulfill two-thirds of China's grid storage requirements by 2050, according to a study by researchers at Tsinghua University. These second-life batteries would charge during periods of abundant renewable energy and release power during peak demand. The approach could reduce costs by 2.5 percent while supporting a shift to carbon-neutral power systems.

9 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

A Geotab study analyzed 22,700 electric vehicles and found that frequent fast charging increases battery degradation to up to 3% per year. Despite this, battery life remains long, with capacity preserved between 80% and 85% after eight years. Factors like climate and usage habits influence wear.

A recent recall of over 10,000 Tesla Powerwall home batteries due to fire safety concerns has prompted recommendations for alternatives. Electricians have long praised the Tesla Powerwall for its sleek design, but long wait times and other factors are driving interest in competitors. The article lists several options from brands like Bluetti, Enphase, and GM Energy.

24 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ

Researchers from Japan's RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing and China's Huazhong University of Science and Technology have developed a theoretical model for a topological quantum battery. This design leverages photonic waveguides to enable efficient energy transfer over long distances without dissipation. The findings suggest potential advancements in nanoscale energy storage and quantum devices.