Writing in Sustainability, a team of scientists from China has reported a rapid charging strategy using AC incentive methods for Li-ion batteries that offer improvements over current charging strategies.
Study: A Novel DC-AC Fast Charging Technology for Lithium-Ion Power Battery at Low-Temperatures. Image Credit: GzP_Design/Shutterstock.com
Li-ion Batteries
As society rapidly decarbonizes and electrifies, there is a pressing need for reliable energy storage devices that can meet the rigors of current technological demands and mitigate the problems caused by climate change. Li-ion batteries are used in a multitude of electronic devices. They are a central technology in electric vehicles due to their enhanced energy density, reliability, and durability.
There are, however, some drawbacks with Li-ion batteries, especially in low-temperature conditions. These devices can…