Emma Lutjen

Tadiran Batteries has just introduced TLM-1550SPM high-power AA-size lithium oxide batteries for critical applications. Building on decades of success, Tadiran developed the TLM-1550SPM lithium metal oxide battery as an innovative alternative combining a small footprint, high-power output, high capacity, energy density, on-demand response, extended operating life, and extreme reliability in harsh environments. Key attributes include:…

ION’s battery cell surpasses 1,000 cycles while delivering dramatic capacity improvement, validating technology for the consumer electronics sector. ION Storage Systems (ION) has achieved a significant breakthrough with its battery cell demonstrating a 25x increase in capacity in a commercially relevant footprint while surpassing 1,000 charge cycles. This dual achievement marks a critical milestone in…

Elkem will be exhibiting at the International Battery Seminar & Exhibit, March 17-20, 2025, at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida. Attendees can visit Elkem at Booth #904 to learn about the company’s battery anodes, protection, and thermal management offerings. Elkem will showcase its silicon powders for battery anodes and silicones for battery…

Researchers at the University of California San Diego and CEA-Leti unveiled a groundbreaking microactuator driving system, combining innovative solid-state battery technology with novel integrated circuit designs for 2-in-1 storage and voltage boost conversion techniques. Presented in a paper at ISSCC 2025, “An Autonomous and Lightweight Microactuator Driving System Using Flying Solid-State Batteries,” the breakthrough addresses a…

Bel Fuse Inc. is announcing the release of its BCN25-1000 Series — a 25 kW, liquid-cooled battery charger that converts 3-phase AC voltage to DC voltage.

A breakthrough lithium coin cell holder for maximizing PC board capacity when installing high-capacity 2477 lithium coin cells in high-density applications is now available from Keystone Electronics. Its top-loading design allows for minimal footprint board layouts without restricting battery access in devices. This sturdy holder is supplied in a thru-hole version and is extremely rugged,…

The US Department of Energy (DOE) today announced more than $131 million for projects to advance research and development (R&D) in electric vehicle (EV) batteries and charging systems and funding for a consortium to address critical priorities for the next phase of widescale EV commercialization. The advanced battery consortium will work towards developing advanced technologies…

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have become essential for energy storage systems. The limited availability of lithium, however, has raised concerns about the sustainability of LIBs. In a new study, scientists from Dongguk University reviewed the recent advances in sodium-ion battery technology, a potential alternative to LIBs. Their findings can inspire young researchers to combat the current…

Toshiba Corporation has developed a new lithium-ion battery using a cobalt-free 5V-class high-potential cathode material that significantly suppresses performance-degrading gases produced as side reactions. This battery can operate in a wide range of applications, from power tools to electric vehicles. Cobalt and nickel are widely used to stabilize the cathodes of lithium-ion batteries. However, cobalt…

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announces the results of the most comprehensive analysis to date quantifying the domestic lithium resources in California’s Salton Sea region. Conducted by DOE’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, the analysis found that with expected technology advances, the Salton Sea region’s total resources could produce more than 3,400 kilotons of lithium,…