Another shocking incident, this time on I-15, underscores the critical need for safer battery technologies. Our Battery Operating System combined with LTO battery cells directly addresses these safety issues. Unlike traditional lithium-ion batteries, our LTO cells are free from dendrite risks and offer unparalleled safety with zero documented cases of thermal runaway. This makes them exceptionally suited to prevent the dangerous scenarios seen here. #BatterySafety #LTO #bOS
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A shocking incident on I-15 near Las Vegas has reignited concerns about lithium-ion battery safety. An overturned 18-wheeler carrying 75,000 lbs of these batteries spontaneously combusted, forcing a 48-hour freeway closure. Firefighters struggled with "thermal runaway," requiring massive amounts of water to combat the blaze. The incident released toxic chemicals including hydrogen cyanide, chlorine, and sulfur dioxide, posing significant health risks to the surrounding area. This serves as a stark reminder that the same batteries powering our EVs and "green" energy storage solutions can present unexpected hazards. The energy density that makes these batteries so useful for our devices and vehicles also makes them potentially lethal when compromised, especially in confined spaces. As we push for "greener" solutions, are we fully considering the risks? This I-15 chaos serves as an important reminder that our energy transition isn't as clean or safe as often portrayed. Thoughts? How do we balance progress with safety? #ev #future #oilandgas #transport #accident #batteries #firesafety #fireriskassessment #technology #greentransition #greendeal #riskmanagement #fire #firefighting #fireextinguisher #fireprotection #sustainability