Lithium-ion technology is generally safe when quality battery manufacturers take exhaustive steps to minimize design flaws, vet material suppliers and control quality of production. To prevent damage and risks, manufacturers take special precautions and follow exact procedures.

The fast-paced world of today relies heavily on the portability of communications tools, used in a wide variety of applications, from social interactions and entertainment to international trade and e-commerce. With the steady rise in demand for portable devices of various uses comes the need for sustaining the ever-increasing demand for improved methods of maintaining those devices at optimum performance levels. While each device may carry and require its proper charging methods, consumers want to be free from relying on an increasing array of chargers for each of their devices. Thus, the demand for a universal, all-encompassing solution is as important as ever. Herein lies the challenge.  

Underwriters Laboratories commissioned a study of 400 North American aviation and aerospace industry professionals to assess industry views of passenger aviation safety risks, particularly those related to lithium-ion batteries. The results revealed several key findings.

Lithium-ion batteries present trade-offs regarding environmental sustainability. What are the benefits and the drawbacks?

The general manager of the Industrial Li-ion Battery Department at GS Yuasa International Ltd., discusses different design stages and how standards ensure safety and quality of cells and batteries during their manufacturing.