Battery News

• Mercedes-Benz EV targets cut because there aren't enough batteries - Roadshow
  
  A report says Mercedes' parent automaker, Daimler, cut production figures in half.
  CNET.  Thursday, 23 Jan 2020.
• Design firm unveils all-electric passenger plane with propellers
  
  US design firm JDXP has created a concept airplane that combines advances in electric engines and sleek aerodynamic features. The plane swaps jet engines for batteries and electric generators.
  Daily Mail.  Thursday, 23 Jan 2020.
• Will the future's super batteries be made of seawater?
  
  The race is on to develop even more efficient and rechargable batteries for the future. One promising option is to make batteries based on sodium, which is found in abundance in seawater.
  Science Daily.  Thursday, 23 Jan 2020.
• DirecTV satellite at risk of catastrophic failure due to battery malfunction
  
  US broadcast satellite service provider DirecTV has filed an urgent request to the Federal Communications Commission to take its satellite out of orbit before it explodes.
  Daily Mail.  Thursday, 23 Jan 2020.
• Arrest warrant issued for Antonio Brown in Florida battery case
  
  An arrest warrant has been issued for NFL player Antonio Brown in Florida. According to police, Brown is facing multiple charges including burglary with battery.
  ABC News.  Thursday, 23 Jan 2020.
• Fiat Chrysler (FCAU) & Foxconn Sign 50-50 Merger Agreement
  
  Fiat Chrysler (FCAU) to establish a 50-50 joint venture with Foxconn, in a bid to manufacture battery electric vehicles in China and engage in the IoV business.
  Zacks.  Wednesday, 22 Jan 2020.
• Less may be more in next-gen batteries
  
  Engineers build full lithium-ion batteries with silicon anodes and an alumina layer to protect cathodes from degrading. By limiting their energy density, the batteries promise excellent stability for transportation and grid storage use.
  Science Daily.  Wednesday, 22 Jan 2020.
• Woman had battery in stomach for 2 weeks before seeking help, report says
  
  Her relatives allegedly waited two weeks to see if the battery would pass in her stool.
  Fox News.  Tuesday, 21 Jan 2020.
• Tesla (TSLA) to Build 300-Hectare European Factory in Berlin
  
  Tesla's (TSLA) first European factory in Berlin to include an engineering and design center, which will be used to manufacture cars, batteries and powertrains.
  Zacks.  Tuesday, 21 Jan 2020.
• Graphene-enhanced batteries could be about to finally hit the market
  
  The battery race shows no sign of letting up, even though the gains feel increasingly marginal. Whether it's phones or portable consoles, maximising the
  Pocket Lint.  Tuesday, 21 Jan 2020.
• Third all-female spacewalk successfully completed
  
  NASA is ditching aging solar array batteries for more powerful lithium-ion replacements.
  CBS News.  Monday, 20 Jan 2020.
• Watch live: Third all-female spacewalk
  
  NASA is in the process of replacing aging solar array batteries with more powerful lithium-ion replacements.
  CBS News.  Monday, 20 Jan 2020.
• Spacewalking astronauts tackle final battery improvements
  
  CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - A pair of spacewalking astronauts tackled one last round of battery improvements outside the International Space Station on Monday. ...
  Washington Times.  Monday, 20 Jan 2020.
• Environmental Implications Of Lead-Acid And Lithium-Ion Batteries
  
  As societal use of batteries continues to grow exponential, potential environmental issues with these batteries are coming under increasing scrutiny. Today I cover some of the important environmental considerations.
  Forbes.  Sunday, 19 Jan 2020.
• New Orleans police issue warrant for Odell Beckham Jr.
  
  Odell Beckham Jr. is wanted by police for an alleged "simple battery."
  ABC News.  Thursday, 16 Jan 2020.

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