Applications - Transportation | Aviation: Battery

This article presents a comprehensive overview of batteries used in commercial and military aircraft. Aircraft batteries are used for many different functions, ranging from turbine engine starting to emergency backup power and even uninterruptible power for navigation units and fly-by-wire computers. Three types of batteries are covered in detail: lead–acid, nickel–cadmium, and lithium ion. The operational principles of each battery’s chemistry are discussed first, including theory of operation, charge methods, temperature effects and limitations, storage characteristics, maintenance requirements, service life, and disposal. This is followed by a description of cell and battery designs. General performance information and manufacturing methods are then introduced. Finally, a detailed listing of battery types and sizes for specific commercial and military aircraft applications is presented.

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