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Massive 18M tons of lithium worth $540B unearthed in US, could reduce China’s grip
With 18 million tons of lithium found under the Salton Sea, the US could dominate the battery industry. But extracting it won ...
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Tiny nuclear battery could power devices for decades
Researchers at Korea's Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology have created a nuclear battery that could turn ...
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A safe nuclear battery that could last a lifetime
Lithium-ion batteries, used in consumer devices and electric vehicles, typically last hours or days between charges. However, with repeated use, they degrade and need to be charged more frequently.
Scientists Just Built a Battery That Never Needs Charging
Imagine never charging your phone again or having a pacemaker that lasts a lifetime. Scientists are developing tiny nuclear ...
Why are a growing number of airlines banning power banks on flights?
Several airlines in Asia are tightening rules on carrying lithium batteries on planes following a series of overheating and ...
Factbox-Airlines that have updated their lithium battery policies
By Lisa Barrington SEOUL (Reuters) -Several airlines have updated their guidance on carrying lithium batteries onboard. The ...