Today: September 22, 2024
Today: September 22, 2024

Latest From Apparao Rao, Professor of Physics, Clemson University

Environment

Self-extinguishing batteries could reduce the risk of deadly and costly battery fires

Lithium-ion battery fires are becoming increasingly common as electric vehicles spread, and are hard to extinguish. A new approach uses an electrolyte based on a commercial fire extinguisher.

February 06, 2024
Self-extinguishing batteries could reduce the risk of deadly and costly battery fires
Environment

Lithium-ion battery fires are a growing public safety concern − here's how to reduce the risk

Lithium-ion batteries power many electric cars, bikes and scooters. When they are damaged or overheated, they can ignite or explode. Four engineers explain how to handle these devices safely.

September 26, 2023
Lithium-ion battery fires are a growing public safety concern − here's how to reduce the risk

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