Rechargeable Zn-MnO sub 2 alkaline batteries

Journal Article · Sun Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1991 · Journal of the Electrochemical Society; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1149/1.2085459· OSTI ID:5141176

Wruck, W J; Reichman, B; Bullock, K R; Kao, W H ^[1]

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1. Corporate Applied Research, Johnson Controls, Inc., Milwaukee, WI (US)

In this paper progress in the development of rechargeable alkaline zinc-manganese dioxide cells is described. The advantages and limitations of the system are evaluated. Laboratory tests run on commercial primary alkaline cells as well as model simulations of a bipolar MnO{sub 2} electrode show that the rechargeable alkaline battery may be able to compete with lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, and secondary lithium cells for low- to moderate-rate applications. However, because of this poor performance at high rates and low temperatures, the alkaline MnO{sub 2} battery is not suitable for present automotive starting applications.

• OSTI ID: 5141176
• Journal Information: Journal of the Electrochemical Society; (United States), Journal Name: Journal of the Electrochemical Society; (United States) Vol. 138:12; ISSN JESOA; ISSN 0013-4651
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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25 ENERGY STORAGE
250901* -- Energy Storage-- Batteries-- Design & Development
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DESIGN
ELECTRIC BATTERIES
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS
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EVALUATION
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METALS
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OXYGEN COMPOUNDS
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