Lithium-ion batteries power our commonly used electronic devices. Several challenges exist with the use of cobalt, a critical component of their cathodes. In this article, we explore how the batteries work, the challenges of using cobalt in them, and promising new alternatives to cobalt.
By Blaise Manga Enuh
19 Dec 2022
Calcium ions could be used as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), bringing benefits as a result of their abundance and low cost. This article discusses the potential of calcium to be used in batteries and how these compare to lithium and sodium-ion batteries.
By Surbhi Jain
14 Dec 2022
Nanocellulose materials have traditionally been utilized for their outstanding heat insulation qualities. However, cellulose nanofibrils can demonstrate strong heat conductivity when they are aligned and linked in the form of filaments, broadening the scope of their applications.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
13 Dec 2022
Material samples investigated at ideal conditions without a coating layer inevitably display charging effects, resulting in picture aberration as well as thermo-radiative degradation, which can result in considerable material removal from the specimen.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
8 Dec 2022
Thin-film resistance temperature detectors are thin film-like devices that are generally made of platinum and used for temperature measurement. This is possible because an increase in temperature is proportional to an increase in platinum resistance. Therefore, this linear relationship can be modeled and applied to measure temperatures reliably.
By Blaise Manga Enuh
5 Dec 2022
The implementation of radiation shielding is dependent on the passage of intrinsically and extrinsically ionizing radiation via matter. The intensity and permitted radioactive dosage for a given site are defined, and the aim is to calculate the type of shielding and its constituent material.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
1 Dec 2022
When developing batteries, engineers often experience thermal runaway issues. A comprehensive thermal management plan is essential to optimize performance, extend battery life, and prevent thermal runaway.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
30 Nov 2022
Advanced automotive industry workflows demand high accuracy, traceability, and reproducibility. As a result, automobile manufacturers are looking for new solutions to ensure optimal component compatibility and performance. One of the solutions that more and more manufacturers are adopting is optical 3D metrology.
In industrial measurement, accuracy is crucial to ensure the integrity of the entire production process. Non-contact scanning is increasingly becoming the preferred method to perform measurements of whole objects in a precise manner quickly.
By Samudrapom Dam
28 Nov 2022
The global automotive manufacturing sector is one of the biggest industries worldwide. Each year, 60 million vehicles are produced, which account for roughly 50% of global oil consumption. The industry also employs 4 million people and even more indirectly through the businesses it supports.
By Sarah Moore
24 Nov 2022