ABSTRACT: Researchers at Berkeley Lab and the Joint Center for Artificial Photosynthesis (JCAP) have reached a key step in the large scale deployment of cost effective, integrated photoelectrochemical (PEC) fuel generators by developing a solar hydrogen generator that mitigates the formation of large concentration gradients with the introduction of controlled convection … [Read more...] about Stable, Self-Regulating and Continuous Purified Solar-Hydrogen Generation 2013-028
Fully Integrated Nanosystem for Artificial Photosynthesis 2013-124
A modular nanosystem that can achieve a solar-to-fuel conversion efficiency of 0.12%. APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Converting solar energy to chemical fuels for the renewable energy industry ADVANTAGES: Efficient and cost-effective solar-to-fuel conversion Modular design allows affordable upgrades and mass manufacturing ABSTRACT: Peidong Yang and other … [Read more...] about Fully Integrated Nanosystem for Artificial Photosynthesis 2013-124
Simplified Electrode Formation using Stabilized Lithium Metal Powder (SLMP®) Doping of Lithium Ion Battery Electrodes IB-3241
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Rechargeable batteries for consumer electronics, cordless tools, etc. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles ADVANTAGES: Simplifies and speeds up electrode formation process Reduces formation capacity loss Improves Li-battery cycle life and safety Lowers manufacturing cost ABSTRACT: A team of Berkeley Lab researchers led by … [Read more...] about Simplified Electrode Formation using Stabilized Lithium Metal Powder (SLMP¬Æ) Doping of Lithium Ion Battery Electrodes IB-3241
Overcharge Protection Prevents Exploding Lithium Ion Batteries IB-3263
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Rechargeable lithium ion batteries for hybrid/electric automobiles Consumer electronics ADVANTAGES: Prevents overheating, exploding lithium ion batteries Complete overcharge / overdischarge protection Longer cycle life and battery life Automatic cell balancing for maximum efficiency Lower cost than electronic controls … [Read more...] about Overcharge Protection Prevents Exploding Lithium Ion Batteries IB-3263
Modified Metal Organic Framework (MOF) as a Solid Lithium Electrolyte for Safer Lithium-Ion Batteries IB-3097
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and consumer electronics ADVANTAGES: Safer Reduces battery weight Improved conductivity Longer cycle life Single material has dual function as electrolyte and separator Could enable the use of lithium anodes ABSTRACT: A team of Berkeley Lab researchers has invented a solid … [Read more...] about Modified Metal Organic Framework (MOF) as a Solid Lithium Electrolyte for Safer Lithium-Ion Batteries IB-3097