Lithium ion batteries are the go to energy source for gadgets, powering everything from our smartphones to our laptops. But too much use can cause them to run down, overheat, and in the case of some ...

(Nanowerk News) Maybe you’ve noticed your phone is running hot, or the battery life just isn’t what it used to be. Perhaps you tried taking a peek at the battery pack, only to discover that the ...

Have you ever taken the back off your phone and seen that your battery has swollen up like an inflatable pillow? For the first time, scientists have been able to peer deep inside to see what is ...

Research at the Canadian Light Source synchrotron could help stop a big battery problem before it starts. These days, many gadgets, from hoverboards to cellphones to electric cars use lithium-ion ...