Lithium ion battery

World Wise Web by BBC

Jan 24, 202010:02Technology

Forty years ago, Professor John Goodenough developed the lithium ion battery and kick-started the wireless revolution. From electric cars to mobile phones, the world now relies on rechargeable batteries. Now, 97, and jus...

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