Tohoku University researchers have devised a method to predict the performance of new catalysts for…
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Energy is a fundamental concept in both physics and everyday life, describing the capacity to perform work or produce change. It exists in various forms that can be categorized as either kinetic (movement energy) or potential (stored energy). Common types include mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, nuclear, and radiant (light) energy. Energy is conserved in isolated systems, meaning it cannot be created or destroyed but only transformed from one form to another. This principle is central to the laws of thermodynamics, which influence everything from biological processes to the technologies powering modern society. Additionally, the concept of energy efficiency—using less energy to perform the same task—is crucial in efforts to manage resources and mitigate environmental impacts. Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power are increasingly important due to their potential for sustainable use without depleting resources.
A new doping method uses air and light to enhance the conductivity of organic semiconductors,…
Swiss researchers have developed a solar energy method using synthetic quartz to achieve temperatures above…
Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have developed a battery constructed from zinc and lignin…
When viewed at an atomic level, the seemingly smooth flow of ions through a battery’s…
What determines the cycle life of batteries? And, more importantly, how can we extend it?…
A breakthrough in hydrogen production has been achieved by a Japanese research team, reducing the…
Traditional lithium-ion batteries, while offering high energy density, have compromised safety because they use flammable…
Researchers have significantly improved the performance of lithium-iron-oxide cathodes used in lithium-ion batteries by doping…
A new study documents record-breaking electron temperatures in a compact, sheared-flow-stabilized Z-pinch fusion device. In…
The energy density of supercapacitors, devices similar to batteries that can recharge rapidly in just…
Sodium (Na), being more than 500 times as abundant as lithium (Li), has recently attracted…
Scientists have discovered a method to super-charge the ‘engine’ of sustainable fuel generation – by…
A new semipermeable membrane doubles the osmotic energy output in estuaries, showing potential for sustainable…
Lithium-ion batteries power the lives of millions of people each day. From laptops and cell…
Scientists have developed a new method to control the relaxation time of ferroelectric capacitors using…
Amplified Industries, founded by Sebastien Mannai, helps oil field operators eliminate spills and stop methane…
A new window coating reduces indoor temperatures and energy costs by selectively blocking heat-producing light,…