WMG’s research helps ensure a ‘second life’ for Nissan’s EV batteries

Even batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) have a limited lifespan, so what happens once they can no longer be used in cars? Well, thanks to The University of Warwick’s WMG technology experts, these Lithium-ion batteries, which still retain sufficient energy and power capability after usage, can be graded quickly and used for ‘second life’ applications – some of which are in renewable energy sources.

Digital scanning brings ancient Venetian artefacts to life

‘Holding history in your hands’ may be the ideal way to understand the past more closely, but only a lucky few will have the opportunity to physically touch and experience ancient artefacts. Now, using the latest in digital scanning, 3D printing and virtual reality (VR) technology, researchers from WMG at The University of Warwick have devised an innovative solution.

Groundbreaking technology ‘sniffs out’ infection

For many centuries, physicians used the smell of a patient to diagnose disease – the “fruity” smell of people with diabetes or, more recently, the reported cases of dogs knowing when their owners have cancer.

Now, a team of researchers from The University of Warwick’s School of Engineering are using their expertise in electronically replicating the sense of smell, known as artificial olfaction, to help identify a variety of medical conditions.