Dr. Ake Almgren, International Battery
With today’s focus on designing more environmentally friendly products and taking advantage of the latest energy storage technologies, it behooves designers to look at the process by which batteries are manufactured. It would not make sense if we are actually putting more toxins and pollutants in our environment in the quest to be green. Read more about Advancements in Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing Give Designers a Greener Choice …
Jean-Louis Evans, Managing Director, TÜV Product Service
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have helped to revolutionize technology development. Lightweight and long lasting, they have proven invaluable in the evolution of consumer technologies such as mobile phones and notebook PCs. However, they also have a reputation for volatility and until the CTIA certification scheme was introduced, bad press had meant that both consumers and consumer electronics manufacturers were increasingly questioning their long-term viability. Read more about The Good, the Bad and the Ugly How Safe are Lithium-Ion Batteries? …
