Distilling complex theoretical physical concepts into an
understandable technical framework, Next-Generation Batteries and
Fuel Cells for Commercial, Military, and Space Applications
describes primary and secondary (rechargeable) batteries for
various commercial, military, spacecraft, and satellite
applications for covert communications, surveillance, and
reconnaissance missions. It emphasizes the cost, reliability,
longevity, and safety of the next generation of high-capacity
batteries for applications where high energy density, minimum
weight and size, and reliability in harsh conditions are the
principal performance requirements.
Presenting cutting-edge battery design techniques backed by
mathematical expressions and derivations wherever possible, the
book supplies an authoritative account of emerging application
requirements for small, lightweight, high-reliability rechargeable
batteries particularly for portable and implantable medical devices
and diagnostic capsules. It devotes a chapter to fuel cells and
describes the three distinct types of practical fuel cells,
including those that use aqueous electrolytes, molten electrolytes,
and solid electrolytes.
- Identifies critical performance parameters and limits of
rechargeable batteries, including state of charge, depth of
discharge, cycle life, discharge rate, and open-circuit
voltage
- Provides a foundation in the basic laws of electrochemical
kinetics
- Highlights performance capabilities of long-life, low-cost,
rechargeable batteries, for particular applications in battlefield
systems and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs )
A.R. Jha, author of 10 books on alternative energy and other
topics, outlines rechargeable battery requirements for electric
vehicles (EVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), and plug-in hybrid
electric vehicles (PHEVs). He identifies the unique materials for
electrolytes, cathodes, and anodes that are most cost-effective
with significant improvements in weight, size, efficiency,
reliability, safety, and longevity. Since electrode kinetics play a
key role in the efficient operation of fuel cells, the book also
provides you with a foundation in the basic laws of electrochemical
kinetics.
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