Development of Na-beta alumina batteries at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory: From tubular to planar

Journal Article · Thu Jul 28 00:00:00 EDT 2016 · Energy Storage Science and Technology (Chuneng Kexue yu Jishu), 5(3):309-316

OSTI ID:1342314

Lu, Xiaochuan; Li, Guosheng; Meinhardt, Kerry D.; Sprenkle, Vincent L.

Na-beta alumina batteries are one of the most promising technologies for renewable energy storage and grid applications. Na-beta alumina batteries can be constructed in either tubular or planar designs, depending on the shape of the beta-alumina solid electrolyte. The tubular designs have been widely studied and developed since the 1960s primarily because of their ease of sealing. However, planar designs are considered superior to tubular designs in terms of power output, cell packing, ease of assembly, thermal management, and other characteristics. In this paper, we provide an overview on the basic battery electrochemistry, solid electrolyte synthesis and fabrication, battery designs, and future trends for further technology improvement.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 1342314
• Report Number(s): PNNL-SA-117915; TE1400000
• Journal Information: Energy Storage Science and Technology (Chuneng Kexue yu Jishu), 5(3):309-316, Journal Name: Energy Storage Science and Technology (Chuneng Kexue yu Jishu), 5(3):309-316
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English