Electrical
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The Cell-to-Body Revolution: Volvo’s Structural Battery SUV
Read more: The Cell-to-Body Revolution: Volvo’s Structural Battery SUVThe Volvo EX60 will feature battery cells integrated with its body structure instead of being stacked into battery modules… This ‘cell-to-body’ technology saves weight, reduces cost, and reinforces the structure.
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Discovery of Hole-Driven Oxidation Overturns Century-Old Semiconductor Beliefs
Read more: Discovery of Hole-Driven Oxidation Overturns Century-Old Semiconductor BeliefsA new discovery in semiconductor physics reveals a “hidden” pathway for chemical reactions, overturning conventional beliefs about how electricity and matter interact.
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Study Finds Touchscreen Dashboards Significantly Increase Driver Cognitive Load
Read more: Study Finds Touchscreen Dashboards Significantly Increase Driver Cognitive LoadResearchers found that touchscreen dashboards demand more attention and mental effort from drivers, increasing distraction compared with physical vehicle controls.
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New Breakthrough in Renewable Energy Storage Could Change the Market
Read more: New Breakthrough in Renewable Energy Storage Could Change the MarketA new battery design could dramatically improve the efficiency of energy storage, making renewable energy more reliable and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
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Quantum Breakthrough Makes Non-Magnetic Materials Magnetic at Room Temperature
Read more: Quantum Breakthrough Makes Non-Magnetic Materials Magnetic at Room TemperatureScientists induce magnetism in non-magnetic materials at room temperature using laser light, removing a major barrier to applied quantum technology.
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Breakthrough in 2D Flash Chip Technology Achieved
Read more: Breakthrough in 2D Flash Chip Technology AchievedA research team from Shanghai-based Fudan University has developed the world’s first full-featured, 2D flash chip enabled by system integration, marking a milestone in the engineering of 2D electronic devices.
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Battery Technology: The “Neutron Battery”
Read more: Battery Technology: The “Neutron Battery”Researchers introduced the “Neutron Battery,” a device capable of holding energy for up to 50 years, enabling applications like drones that run continuously for a year without recharging. Plans are underway to develop smaller versions for phones and vehicles, marking a step toward ultra-long-lasting power for critical electronics.