Hybrid relays are changing the way we think about switching inside electronic circuits. By combining the fast response of solid-state components with the reliability of mechanical contacts, these ...

Writer and occasional reluctant perpetrator of engine swaps, James O'Neil is a malaise era enthusiast and also fascinated by the many ways the auto industry has since recovered from those dark days.

The automotive industry is on the brink of a revolutionary shift with the advent of solid-state battery technology. As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain traction, solid-state batteries promise ...

Scientists in South Korea have discovered a way to make all-solid-state batteries safer and more powerful using inexpensive materials. Instead of adding costly metals, they redesigned the battery’s ...

The mechanical properties of inorganic solid electrolytes for Li batteries are typically characterised by a high Young’s modulus above 15 GPa and hardness above 1 GPa. Here, authors develop a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. James Morris covers the rapidly growing world of electric vehicles. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This ...

The interest is obvious. As electrified transport and wider energy storage needs grow, battery systems are being asked to deliver more energy, better safety, and more resilient supply chains.