Uniross’s Michael Rogers explores some of the issues behind producing battery packs, and how the difference between a good one and a bad one is more than skin deep.
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On the 10th of May 2016, a massive fire broke out at the premises of Uniross Batteries in Kyalami. The blaze started in the warehouse and quickly spread through the factory and offices, destroying everything ...
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Panasonic has developed a pin-shaped lithium-ion battery with a diameter of 3,5 mm and a weight of 0,6 g suitable for powering small devices such as wearable devices. This product, on top of being the ...
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We’ve all heard the saying ‘a chain is only as strong as its weakest link’, and never has this been more relevant than when used to describe lithium ion cells connected in multi-cell battery packs. When ...
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Unfortunately, the battery is also more often than not one of the highest costs on the bill of materials, making it the first target for any manufacturer looking to cut costs. However, before deciding ...
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When it comes to designing the latest electronic device or gadget, all too often the battery is the last thing to be considered, leading to performance issues, safety concerns and, in some extreme cases, ...
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The hybrid car is not new – Ferdinand Porsche designed the series-hybrid vehicle in 1898. Called the Lohner-Porsche carriage, the hybrid function served as an electrical transmission rather than power ...
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During the mid 1970s, the maintenance-free lead-acid battery was developed that could operate in any position. The liquid electrolyte was transformed into moistened separators and the enclosure was sealed. ...
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To a large extent, the reliability and longevity of a battery hinges on the quality of the charger. In a price-competitive market, chargers are often given low priority, especially for consumer products. ...
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Until recently, applications for high current rate capabilities were reserved for nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal-hydride batteries. These applications include power tools and medical equipment. Much ...
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The word ‘memory’ was ­originally derived from ‘cyclic memory’; meaning that a ­nickel-cadmium battery could ­remember how much energy was drawn on preceding ­discharges. On a longer than scheduled discharge, ...
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A common difficulty with portable equipment is the gradual decline in battery performance after the first year of service. Although fully charged, the battery eventually regresses to a point where the ...
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