Lightweight lithium metal is a heavy-hitting critical mineral, serving as the key ingredient in the rechargeable batteries that power phones, laptops, electric vehicles and more. As ubiquitous as ...

Besides the different chemical compositions of the two battery types, lithium batteries have a higher energy density and voltage than alkaline batteries, ranging from 1.5 volts (for lithium iron ...

A collaboration co-led by an Oregon State University chemistry researcher is hoping to spark a green battery revolution by showing that iron ... form of chemical energy and through reactions ...

WSU researchers discovered that a corn protein barrier boosts lithium-sulfur batteries' lifespan, increasing commercial viability and reducing fire risks.