In the quest for sustainable energy solutions, the advancement of battery technologies remains a pivotal area of research. As electric vehicles (EVs) and portable electronic devices become ubiquitous in modern life, the demand for batteries that can offer higher energy densities, faster charging times, and longer operational lifespans has intensified. Researchers are continuously exploring innovative
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As the world grapples with the urgent need to mitigate climate change, the energy sector finds itself at a crossroads. Traditional energy systems, particularly gas and electric utilities, are no longer operating in isolation. With mounting pressure from clean energy policies that advocate for a transition away from fossil fuels, these utilities are entering an
On Monday, a significant service disruption affected Verizon customers across various regions in the United States, leaving many without cellular connectivity. The incident primarily impacted tens of thousands of users, prompting an avalanche of reports to the outage tracking site, DownDetector. At its peak around 11 a.m. ET, the site documented over 100,000 outage reports,
As temperatures rise globally due to climate change, urban centers face heightened risks from heat waves. London’s heat crisis during the summer of 2018 underscored this vulnerability, with average temperatures hitting 19.2 degrees Celsius—approximately 1.6 degrees warmer than usual for that time of year. This intense heat not only disrupts daily life but has serious
Saudi Arabia’s vast desert landscapes, abundant sunlight, and significant investments in solar technology have positioned it as a forerunner in the global shift towards renewable energy. While solar energy comprises over 80% of the Kingdom’s green energy capacity, this reliance on solar cells presents a paradoxical challenge: the risk of overheating. The operation of these
In recent years, the transportation landscape of Nepal has begun to transform dramatically, driven by a surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Where once the notion of an electric taxi was mere fantasy, Nepalese taxi driver Surendra Parajuli now proudly operates a battery-powered BYD Atto 3. A decade prior, long-standing power cuts left most of
On a pivotal Friday, the UK government unveiled plans to acquire a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Newton Aycliffe, a decision spurred by concerns over its potential closure and the implications for national security. This establishment, distinguished as the only secure site in Britain capable of producing gallium arsenide chips, plays a crucial role in the
In recent years, the construction industry has seen a significant shift towards utilizing ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) due to its remarkable strength and durability. However, one major challenge constraining its application is understanding how it behaves under confinement, particularly with fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP). Traditional models have effectively addressed the stress-strain relationships of normal-strength concrete (NSC) confined