Battery technology refers to the science and engineering involved in the development, design, and operational capabilities of batteries, which are devices that store and release electrical energy. This encompasses various types of batteries, including rechargeable (like lithium-ion, nickel-metal hydride) and non-rechargeable (like alkaline and lithium primary) batteries. Key aspects of battery technology include energy density (the amount of energy stored per unit mass or volume), power density (the rate at which energy can be delivered), cycle life (the number of charge and discharge cycles a battery can undergo before its capacity significantly degrades), safety, charging speed, and overall environmental impact. Innovations in battery technology aim to improve the efficiency, longevity, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of energy storage solutions for a range of applications, from consumer electronics to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is pioneering miniaturized flow batteries to enhance the green energy sector. Flow batteries utilize a unique two-chamber design, offering flexible scaling ideal for grid-level energy storage.…