Headline: New priming method improves battery life, efficiency

■ Release Date: 2023.5.15

■ Published by: Rice University

■ Keywords: prelithiation, lithium, battery

■ Abstract:

Engineers have developed a readily scalable method to optimize a silicon anode priming method that increases lithium-ion battery performance by 22% to 44%.

Headline: With formic acid towards CO2 neutrality

■ Release Date: 2023.5.15

■ Published by: Max-Planck-Gesellschaft

■ Keywords: carbon dioxide, carbon-neutral, formic acid

■ Abstract:

Researchers develop a new method for the sustainable use of carbon dioxide. New synthetic metabolic pathways for fixation of carbon dioxide could not only help to reduce the carbon dioxide content of the atmosphere, but also replace conventional chemical manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals and active ingredients with carbon-neutral, biological processes. A new study demonstrates a process that can turn carbon dioxide into a valuable material for the biochemical industry via formic acid.

Headline: Scientists reveal breakthrough that could lead to cleaner hydrogen energy

■ Release Date: 2023.5.16

■ Published by: University of Kansas

■ Keywords: hydrogen, energy, fossil fuels

■ Abstract:

Chemists have taken a big step toward splitting hydrogen and oxygen molecules to make pure hydrogen -- without using fossil fuels. Results from pulse radiolysis experiments have laid bare the complete reaction mechanism for an important group of 'water-splitting' catalysts. The work means scientists are closer to making pure hydrogen from renewable energy, an energy source that could contribute to a greener future for the nation and world.

Headline: An electric vehicle battery for all seasons

■ Release Date: 2023.5.18

■ Published by: DOE/Argonne National Laboratory

■ Keywords: electrolyte, lithium-ion, battery

■ Abstract:

Scientists have developed a fluorine-containing electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries whose charging performance remains high in frigid regions and seasons. They also determined why it is so effective.

Headline: Novel 3D printing method a 'game changer' for discovery, manufacturing of new materials

■ Release Date: 2023.5.18

■ Published by: University of Notre Dame

■ Keywords: metals, semiconductors, biomaterials

■ Abstract:

Researchers have created a novel 3D printing method that produces materials in ways that conventional manufacturing can't match.

Headline: Demystifying vortex rings in nuclear fusion, supernovae

■ Release Date: 2023.5.19

■ Published by: University of Michigan

■ Keywords: nuclear, energy, fuel

■ Abstract:

Better understanding the formation of swirling, ring-shaped disturbances -- known as vortex rings -- could help nuclear fusion researchers compress fuel more efficiently, bringing it closer to becoming a viable energy source. A mathematical model linking these vortices with more pedestrian types, like smoke rings, could help engineers control their behavior in power generation and more.