Lithium-ion batteries’ ability to deliver a lot of power from a small package have made them the go-to for makers and manufacturers alike. It’s not unusual now to find, say, microcontroller boards ...

Portable chargers — the compact, rechargeable power banks tucked into millions of carry-on bags — have quietly become one of the fastest-growing fire hazards in the sky. Airlines and international ...

All “big four” U.S. airlines now restrict how portable power banks can be stored and used in flight—as Delta Air Lines and United Airlines each report at least three lithium-battery incidents so far ...

Jetting off soon for summer travels? If you're planning on bringing an extra battery charger for your phone or other devices, be aware of the latest rules when taking one on a flight. Rechargeable ...

Jetting off soon for summer travels? If you're planning on bringing an extra battery charger for your phone or other devices, be aware of the latest rules when taking one on a flight. Rechargeable ...

http://www.semtech.comAs more portable and handheld devices move toward the use of single-cell lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium-ion polymer (Li-ion polymer) batteries ...

Single-cell lithium-ion (Li-ion) chargers are widely used, yet many practical designs rely on highly integrated ICs that conceal their internal operation. The type of Li-ion charger outlined in this ...