Researchers have uncovered the mechanical properties of the nanoscale "thorns" that develop inside lithium-ion batteries, which can cause them to short circuit and die – or worse, such as ...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years – has announced “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as ...

Thermal runaway and system safety are critical topics when it comes to using lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries for battery energy storage systems (BESS). Incidents such as a suspected battery explosion ...

The well-publicized problem of Lithium-ion batteries catching fire in e-scooters and bicycles continues to plague consumers and many cities and towns all over. On top of that, there are still issues ...

The fires that swept through Los Angeles County in January left behind more than 1 million pounds of damaged lithium-ion batteries, ranging from slim capsules inside iPhones to the brick-like blocks ...

One of the biggest cleanup challenges from the Southern California fires is lithium-ion batteries, which can explode after damage or exposure to heat. The batteries are found in electric vehicles, ...

While using batteries properly is of the utmost importance for safety, many people may not be as fastidious about where they ...