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Smart Recycling of Old Batteries
Sometimes, when a task seems too difficult for us, it pays to tackle it bit by bit. Smart recycling of…
Batteries In Times of Conflict
We seldom write about batteries in times of conflict, because there is no absolute winner in any war. However, we…
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Paraffin Binder For Electrode Interfaces
Electrode materials must bind firmly together for efficient performance. This has not proven that easy given environmental constraints, and this…
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How They Make Alkaline Batteries
The first battery emerged in 1880, when Galvani touched a frog’s leg on a hook, with a metal rod. His…
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Go For Gold With Zinc Batteries
Rechargeable zinc-based batteries could be a promising option for grid-scale energy storage, but for one thing. They have an annoying…
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Yes We Can Recycle Portable Batteries
Yes we can recycle portable batteries. We just need to get our act in gear and begin collecting them. And…