MIT engineers say they developed tiny batteries that could enable the deployment of cell-sized autonomous robots for drug delivery in the human body. The battery measures 0.1. mm long and 0.002 mm thick, coming at roughly the thickness of a human hair. It can capture oxygen from air and use it to oxidize zinc. According…

NXP Semiconductors has announced the MC33777, a battery junction box integrated circuit (IC) that combines sense, think, and act capabilities for battery management systems. The MC33777 integrates pack-level functions into a single device, which differs from conventional solutions that use multiple discrete components, external actuators, and processing support. The MC33777 IC monitors battery current and…

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery traction packs power most electric vehicles (EVs) on the road today. These batteries enable electric motors to efficiently generate the high torque required for rapid acceleration and consistent speeds. Although Li-ion batteries offer high energy density and a relatively long lifespan, many automotive companies are actively researching and developing solid-state battery technology.…

Battery technology is the foundational element of electric vehicles (EVs), influencing their efficiency, range, charging speed, lifespan, cost, and overall performance. Engineering firm Bosch Rexroth is well aware of how battery manufacturing affects every one of these factors. It believes innovations in battery technology and advanced manufacturing processes are essential for the widespread adoption and…

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.

Nexperia announced the release of the Energy Balance Calculator. A powerful web-based tool designed to assist battery management engineers in maximizing the battery life of their applications. The calculator facilitates the integration of Nexperia’s Energy Harvesting PMICs into their systems by providing engineers with precise data for informed decision-making. At the core of Nexperia’s Energy Harvesting PMICs…

Researchers at Chung-Ang University used high-concentration electrolytes to improve safety and prevent cell swelling caused by lithium plating. To achieve a greater adaption of electric vehicles, the automotive industry needs fast-charging batteries that don’t compromise energy density. Lithium plating for ultra-fast charging raises safety concerns due to high cell polarization, requiring careful attention. During fast…

KYOCERA AVX expanded its robust and extremely user-friendly 9155-800 Series vertical-mate, 2.0mm-pitch battery connectors with the addition of new seven- and eight-position models to satisfy customer demand for higher signal and current capabilities. These new additions also further expand its 9155 family of battery connectors, which already offered the broadest selection of standard battery connectors…

Editor’s note: Read more and watch colleague James Anderton on engineering.com TV describe what this “nuclear battery” means to you and me and the charging cords we carry — or not.  Check it out here. Beijing’s Betavolt New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. announced a miniature atomic energy battery that combines nickel 63 nuclear isotope decay…

XING Mobility has announced the official release of its IMMERSIO Cell-to-Pack (CTP) product at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany. This innovative battery pack, which features high energy density and exceptional heat dissipation and safety features, will be presented for the first time to the global audience at the event. XING’s IMMERSIO CTP Solution…