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Lithium-Ion Cells and Batteries: The Chance of Fires
Lithium-ion cells and batteries have become the force behind electric transport. A single lithium-ion cell is the basic energy storage unit.…
Dog Bites a Lithium-Ion Battery
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Turning the Tables on Carbon Dioxide
Carbon dioxide is the ‘enemy’ of our atmosphere, according to the vast majority of scientists. The gases we release by…
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Have a Battery Safe Christmas
Christmas is a time for refreshing our memories of childhood, and exchanging gifts and greetings with loved ones. Many of…
Battery Basics
Ramping Up Button Battery Safety
We know the tragic story all too well by now. Kids pop button batteries into their cheeks, because they look…
Battery Basics
Why Airlines Mistrust NiMH Batteries
Airlines don’t insist that nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries travel as cabin luggage, although a few carriers prefer this. We delve…