In Phase I, Electro Energy will design and develop a sealed, electrically rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery for Air Force and Space Power Applications. Utilizing the Metal Hydride electrode, which stores hydrogen for reaction, results in a battery that operates at lower pressure and is more… More

This program is directed at the Research and Development of a high energy density electrically rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery to serve as the internal power supply for Ventricular Assist Systems. To give the recipient of such systems maximum portability, the internal battery pack should… More

The USAF's transition to More Electric Aircraft (MEA) will force greater demands on energy storage by rechargeable batteries. MEAs will rely on electrically based power systems to supplant the present combination of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical subsystems, all of whose power are… More

Many DOD systems employ rechargeable batteries to supply power. Battery weight, volume, cycle life and cost are generally limited considerations in enabling satisfactory mission performance. Systems presently utilize Lead-Acid, Nickel-Cadmium, Nickel-Metal Hydride or Lithium-Iobatteries. The… More

40290 November 6, 1996 Electro Energy, Inc. Advanced batteries are a critical component for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). In a power assist mode, the battery is mated with a small internal combustion engine so that the battery can assist with… More

"This proposal is directed at research and development of an advanced battery based on nickel-metal hydride chemistry with an improved hydrogen storage material for the battery anode in place of the usual metal hydride alloy. The goals for the new materialwill be to store large amounts of hydrogen,… More

A thermal battery using a lithium-aluminum alloy as cathode and transition metal oxide cathode is proposed with a low melting ionic liquid as electrolyte. The proposed couple will be evaluated with alternative pyro heat sources. It is anticipated that the couple will have limited rechargeability… More

The project focuses on the development of an extremely power dense bipolar nickel-metal hydride energy storage system for the Rotary Electromagnetic Launcher (REML). The program centers on optimizing the design of EEI's bipolar battery using very thin electrode materials. The performance goals for… More

Thermal batteries use a number of halide-based electrolytes, such as LiCl-KCl eutectics, that have an operational temperature range from 350¿C to over 550¿C. Such high temperatures can be unacceptable if there are temperature-sensitive electronics adjacent to the battery. In a Phase I SBIR… More

This proposal provides for the development of low-cost thermal batteries through the use of novel and unconventional methods for electrode fabrication that should drastically reduce the cost of thermal batteries and dramatically improve performance. Preliminary tests have been carried out to show… More

The project focuses on the development of an electrochemical variable buoyancy device for autonomous underwater vehicles. The approach is based on the electrochemistry of metal-gas batteries, wherein one electrode has a gaseous reactant and the other is a metal or metal oxide. The proposed… More

i. Many of today's modern strategic weapons rely on antiquated battery systems, many of which are more than 40 years old. Today's lithium battery technology could make a significant positive contribution to improving this situation. However, simply trying to use commercial cells and batteries for… More

This proposal is directed at the development of a non-magnetic rechargeable battery for moderate rate discharge in mine warfare systems. After a review of alternative battery chemistries and packaging approaches, it is proposed to concentrate the analysis and development on flat wafer cells and… More

Development of batteries capable of operational temperatures of 380?C and 486oC with a specific capacity 200 Wh/kg for use as a power source on the Venusian surface and for planetary probes in similar high temperature atmospheres and where ambient pressures of 90 atmospheres are to be expected. … More

MEPI has developed inexpensive continuous process manufacturing techniques for the production of thermal battery electrodes and separators. These cell components are flexible and as a result can be used to fabricate thermal batteries that have three-dimensional shapes. Electrodes using these… More

Mobile Energy Products, Inc. proposes the development of a high rate low temperature thermal battery based on lithium salt electrolytes which have a melting point less than 240degreesC. As part of the electrolyte characterization effort under this proposal, emphasis will be on a eutectic that melts… More

This proposal is for the development of an ultrahigh energy density rechargeable lithium battery chemistry. A novel cathode material is chosen that when fully developed is expected to provide packaged batteries with specific energies of 400-500 Wh/kg. The proposal identifies a new type of… More

This proposal is for the development of ultrahigh energy density rechargeable lithium battery chemistry. A novel cathode material is chosen that when fully developed is expected to provide packaged batteries with specific energies of 400-500 Wh/kg. The new battery will have applications in soldier… More

This proposal provides for the development of low-cost Li(Si)/FeS2 thermal batteries through the use of novel and unconventional methods for electrode fabrication that should drastically reduce the cost of thermal batteries and dramatically improve performance. Preliminary tests have been carried… More

The project focuses on the development of an improved capacity anode material for lithium-ion batteries. The target gravimetric capacity of 1,500 mAh / g is approximately a five-fold improvement versus current state of the art.

Development of energy storage capable of operational temperatures of 380ýýC and 486oC with a specific capacity 200 Wh/kg for use as a power source on the Venusian surface and for planetary probes in similar high temperature atmospheres and where ambient pressures of 90 atmospheres are to be… More

This proposal is to develop a lightweight, long endurance, high power output, low cost sonobuoy and Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) battery to replace current chemistry and endurance limitations given the volume, weight and safety constraints. The proposal identifies the steps for preparing and… More

Electro Energy has developed a robust high energy density and high specific energy lithium ion wafer cell that has demonstrated suitable characteristics for the development of advanced lithium ion battery chemistry. The cell in addition to being lightweight is easily manufactured and designed for… More

MEPI has developed inexpensive continuous process manufacturing techniques for the production of thermal battery electrodes and separators. These cell components are flexible and as a result can be used to fabricate thermal batteries that have three-dimensional shapes. Electrodes using these… More

This proposal is for the development of an ultrahigh energy density rechargeable lithium battery chemistry. A novel cathode material is chosen that when fully developed is expected to provide packaged batteries with specific energies of 400-500 Wh/kg. The new battery will have applications in… More

Development of energy storage capable of operational temperatures of 380ýýC and 486oC with a specific capacity 200 Wh/kg for use as a power source on the Venusian surface and for planetary probes in similar high temperature atmospheres and where ambient pressures of 90 atmospheres are to be… More