Researchers from Purdue University in the US have developed a process which will allow for the recycling of foam chips – or "packaging peanuts"-used previously to safely cushion products into carbon electrodes for lithium-ion batteries that are rechargeable.
Cobalt Aluminum Alloy Hits 10x Steel Strength
If you break a piece of metal in just the right way, it can actually become harder to break instead...
UK Government Commits £4.5 Billion to Support Strategic Manufacturing and Clean Energy
The UK government has announced a major £4.5 billion investment package to support strategic manufacturing sectors and accelerate the transition to clean...
The new technology that is making cars easier for criminals to steal, or crash
There is much talk in the automotive industry about the “internet of vehicles” (IoV). This describes a network of cars...
Yamaha and Toyota set sights on a hydrogen-fueled V8 engine
Toyota and Yamaha are joining up to work on the next hydrogen breakthrough - a V8 Engine. Hydrogen promises to...
7 Reasons – Why is global transport is so hard to decarbonise?
Transport accounts for 21% of global carbon emissions. It is now the largest emitting sector in many developed countries. While...
Recycled Batteries as Good as New
It is well known that Lithium-ion batteries are harmful to the environment. Lithium is the lightest metal on earth, and...
UK's first Gigafactory proposed for Coventry Airport
Coventry could host the UK’s first Gigafactory thanks to a partnership between Coventry Airport and Coventry City Council. The 5.7m-sq-ft...
Engineering In Focus – The Ultimate Career Guide for Battery Management System Engineer
With the unending transformation of battery technology, new opportunities are emerging for beginners to learn about battery management systems. The...