On Dec 29, 2005, at 9:42 AM, Vasile Surducan wrote:

> Founding miracles in NimH and Li-ion technology seems a good place to
> start thinking at electronics.

Alas, energy densities in modern batteries are already getting close
to the point where one can perform Science-fiction-style "convert the
power pack into an improvised explosive", as demonstrated by some of
the more dramatic Li-ion/Li-polymer accidents.  I'm somewhat worried
that there can't be much more improvement without getting to the
point where at least the raw cells will be regulated by agencies
like the US's BATFE, which is NOT to be wished for :-(

BillW

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