Swapping electrolytes could prevent big battery fires
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Boeing's 787 Dreamliner has been plagued with problems, specifically from its batteries. Using an alternative electrolyte that is more stable at higher temperatures could help reduce fires in large lithium-ion batteries such as those used in the aircraft.
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