lithium ion

Lithium ion, also referred to as Li-ion and sometimes the acronym LIB, is a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in laptop computers and other portable electronics.

It works by moving lithium ions from electrode to electrode (negative to positive electrode when discharging and the opposite when charging). For simplicity, the negative electrode might be called the anode while the positive electrode might be called the cathode.

Among other advantages, having one of the best energy to weight ratios, lithium ion batteries are popular for use in consumer electronics. Mistreated however, and used with some obsolete integrated circuits, conventional lithium ion batteries run the risk of explosion.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “lithium ion”

• in Green
  Electric Cars, Renewable Energy, and the Smart Grid - A Powerful Partnership
  As electric cars gain popularity, we must begin to think about ways to utilize the discarded lithium ion batteries.
  by energizeme / on Apr 21, 2011
• in Autos
  Plugging in the Chevy Volt
  More expensive than other electric car models, the Chevy Volt looks to charge up the competition
  by profoundmen / on Jan 31, 2010
• in Autos
  Norwegian Company Plugging into US Electric Car Market
  As Electric Vehicle sales increase,demand should force the price down to compete with gas models.
  by profoundmen / on Jan 29, 2010

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “lithium ion”

 

• Makita BTW253 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 3/8-Inch Impact Wrench Kit

  
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  Makita BTW253 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 3/8-Inch Impact Wrench Kit Makita-built 4-pole variable speed motor provides superior fastening power with 155 ft.lbs. of Max Torque, 0-2,100 RPM and 0-3,200 IPM Compact, ergonomic design at 6-1/8-inches long; weighs only 3.4 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue ...
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• United Restarting 787 Dreamliner Flights

  
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  The planes, made by Chicago-based Boeing, are returning after being grounded for four months by the federal government because of smoldering batteries on 787s owned by other airlines.
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• Report: Toyota upping lithium-ion battery production 6x for introduction to Prius family

  
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  There are already lithium-ion batteries in some Toyota vehicles (the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, the RAV4 EV and the European Prius+ , for example), but the companys standard bearer - the non-plug Prius hybrid - still relies on nickel metal hydride (NiMH) cells . But, the future belongs to li-ion, and thats why ...
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• Global Transportation Li-ion Battery Market to ‘Reach $22bn in 2020′

  
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  The global market for lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries in light duty vehicles will grow from $1.6 billion in 2012 to almost $22 billion in 2020, according to a Pike Research report. The free report, Electric Vehicle Batteries, says the Asia Pacific region will continue to lead the global Li-ion battery market with China ...
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• GTMax EN-EL8 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery + Memory Card Case for Nikon Coolpix S50, S50c, S51, S51c, S52, S52c, P1, P2 Digital Camera

  
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  Nikon Coolpix S50c Compatible Model: Nikon Coolpix P1, P2, S1, S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S7c, S8, S9, S50, S50c, S51, S51c, S52, S52c Features GTMax EN-EL8 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery + Memory Card Case for Nikon Coolpix S50, S50c, S51, S51c, S52, S52c, P1, P2 Digital Camera Battery Voltage: 3.7V; Type: ...
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• Solar And Lithium Ion Car Race Winners Announced

  
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  Ninety-seven teams from 28 Colorado schools participated in today’s car competitions hosted by the US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).  The student teams raced solar and lithium ion powered vehicles they designed and built themselves. Trophies for the fastest lithium-ion ...
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• Hype Aluminum or Vibe Folio iPad and iPad Mini Bluetooth Keyboard Case $19.99 each + Free Shipping!!

  
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  The Bluetooth Keyboard Case and Stand brings the convenience of a laptop to your tablet. Utilizing Bluetooth technology, the multipurpose keyboard can transmit information up to 30 feet away from your iPad or iPad mini. The integrated stand supports horizontal or vertical viewing for watching movies, typing an e-mail ...
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• EV & Bike News Roundup

  
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  Some more top electric car news from the past week or so: Bikes Copenhagenize Index 2013 — Bicycle-Friendly Cities Milan’s Design Week Shows Italian Ebike — Cykno New Bike-Friendly Cities — Texas Instruments, The World Bank Group, & More  EVs Two BYD Manufacturing ...
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• Airline passenger and safety groups seek to clip Dreamliners wings

  
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  WASHINGTON, D.C. - Challenging the safety of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, two air- passenger advocacy groups are demanding the U.S. read more
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• Fire Protection Research Foundation releases report on lithium-ion batteries

  
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  The Fire Protection Research Foundation has released a report on a study of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. The Foundation and its affiliated Property Insurance Research Group (PIRG) requested a study of the flammability of Li-ion batteries in bulk storage to inform the development of sprinkler protection criteria. ...
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• Bosch Bare-Tool PS50B 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Multi-X Oscillating Tool

  
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  Bosch Bare-Tool PS50B 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Multi-X Oscillating Tool Versatile and Flexible in applications and Material – Has corded performance for cutting, sanding and other applications; suitable for soft wood, hard wood, dry wall, plastic or metal Easy set up – cordless, no plug in needed; no self ...
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• SmartMow – A safe robotic lawn mower with advanced features

  
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  Yesterday, we talked about how a  MIT team has created robots that can assemble IKEA furniture items in our homes. And, now we have another robotic conception at hand, this time for the outdoors. Florida based RoboLabs have ‘Kickstarted‘ their project of offering a robotic lawn mower which is touted to be ...
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• LG Chem Will be Making Chevy Volt Batteries at its Holland Plant

  
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  LG Chem is launching a long-delayed commercial production of lithium ion battery cells for the Chevrolet Volt at its Holland, Mich., factory. Tests have been run and July has been targeted as the launch time for start of commercial production. Shipping should begin by late summer. The plant had not produced a single ...
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• Report: Australia university researchers more than double EV battery capacity

  
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  Filed under: EV/Plug-in , Pacific Region When your country boasts a fairly desolate area called the "Outback" thats about 1,800 miles wide, driving range is paramount. Researchers at Australias University of Wollongong appear to have that in mind as they develop an electric-vehicle battery that can provide more ...
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• Electrovaya delivering Li-Ion batteries for Dongfeng Motors

  
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    Electrovaya Inc. has started delivery of electric vehicle battery systems to China, with the delivery of the first prototype for DongFeng Motors (DFM). DFM is planning a major electric vehicle program that includes two electric vehicle platforms. Electrovaya’s Lithium Ion SuperPolymer ® 2.0 battery consists of ...
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• NASA launches three smartphone-powered satellites into space

  
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  NASA has successfully launched three smartphones into space to snap images of Earth, and the handsets may prove to be the lowest-cost satellites ever flown into space. Each smartphone is housed in a standard cubesat structure, measuring about 4 inches … Continue reading →
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• New Method Improves Li-Ion Battery Quality Control

  
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  Scientists from the Purdue University have developed a new tool that applies flash thermography to find flaws in lithium-ion batteries as they are being manufactured. Effective methods for timely detection of these flaws are needed to reduce defects and inconsistencies in the thickness of electrodes that influence ...
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• New technique to improve quality control of lithium-ion batteries

  
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  Researchers have created a new tool to detect flaws in lithium-ion batteries as they are being manufactured, a step toward reducing defects and inconsistencies in the thickness of electrodes that affect battery life and reliability. The electrodes, called anodes and cathodes, are the building blocks of powerful ...
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• Report: LG Chems Michigan battery plant starting production in July, will deliver Chevy Volt batteries by end of summer

  
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  Filed under: EV/Plug-in , Manufacturing/Plants , Chevrolet , Legislation and Policy It looks like the last hands been played at those reputed card games that not-so-busy employees at LG Chems lithium-ion battery factory in Michigan were playing. The South Korean company is planning to start production of ...
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• Two-dimensional MXene carbides pack four times more lithium

  
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  Hydroxyl terminated MXene Ti 3 C 2 with monolayers of hydrazine molecules between the MXene layers. Credit: Vadym Mochalin, Drexel University. The cover story of the April issue of the ACerS Bulletin described the interesting family of carbides and nitrides known as the MAX phases. Their name refers to their ...
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