🔋3-layer fire-proof EV battery, world's 1st skin cancer treatment cream, 5G connects 10,000 robots

Researchers at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) in South Korea have unveiled a new triple-layer solid polymer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries.

This innovation enhances safety by self-extinguishing in case of fire and preventing explosions. It also boasts an extended lifespan compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries.

In laboratory tests, the battery retained 87.9 percent of its performance even after 1,000 charge-discharge cycles. A typical Li-ion battery using a liquid electrolyte can only retain 70-80 percent performance at this stage. Let's take a closer look at this Must-Read.

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🔋 New 3-layer fire-proof EV battery holds 87% power after 1000 cycles

Li-ion batteries use liquid electrolytes with organic materials that are at risk of catching fire. The separators used to separate the electrodes are also prone to damage and can lead to short circuits, causing explosions. This has raised concerns about using Li-ion battery packs in large-scale energy storage solutions.

Researchers have been working on solid-polymer-based electrolyte systems that are resistant to fire and explosion, but commercializing this technology has proven tough.

To overcome this hurdle, South Korean researchers created a three-layer system that makes up the solid polymer electrolyte. This development promises to improve the safety and reliability of electric vehicles, portable electronics, and renewable energy storage systems.

🤖 China claims new 5G can keep 10,000 army robots, drones connected

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) secretive 31567 Unit has successfully tested a new mobile 5G station, which is now prepared for battlefield use.

This technology is crucial for integrating large numbers of drones into military operations. 

The new 5G base station allegedly has unprecedented high-speed, low-latency, and extremely secure and reliable data exchange services to at least 10,000 users within a 1.8-mile (3 km) radius. In this case, the “users” would be, in fact, ground- and aerial military drones or robots.

🧪 World’s first cream to treat skin cancer edges closer to reality

University of Queensland researchers are developing a novel topical cream to prevent and treat skin cancers, particularly in organ transplant recipients

This pioneering treatment has secured funding of $344,000 from the National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation, which will facilitate progress through essential pre-clinical development stages.

The cream incorporates a unique drug that has shown promise inhibiting skin cancer formation.

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