Title :
Space batteries for mobile battlefield power applications
Author :
O´Donnell, Patricia M.
Author_Institution :
NASA Lewis Res. Center, Cleveland, OH, USA
Abstract :
A review of space power systems was undertaken to identify advanced space batteries for mobile applications. State-of-the-art systems are described. The technology issues that need to be addressed in order to bring these systems along and meet the needs of the user are discussed. Future research directions are examined.<>
Keywords :
military systems; secondary cells; space vehicle power plants; LiAl-FeS; NaS; Ni-Cd; Ni-H/sub 2/; batteries; mobile battlefield power applications; space power systems; Batteries; Cadmium; Fuel cells; Hydrogen; NASA; Nickel; Power system reliability; Power systems; Space technology; US Department of Defense;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
