Electric vehicle battery system testing at TVA

Technical Report · Sat Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1983

OSTI ID:6834564

Barnett, J H; Blickwedel, T W

It was found that lead-acid batteries, because of low specific energy density and life, are marginal for eV use. However, with the established lead-acid industry, they may be more economical for limited future eV applications. The NiFe battery provides sufficient energy density and range for many eV applications and can withstand abusive treatment. With its longer life, this system is attractive for commercial eV applications. It is also anticipated that NiZn, NiCd, and ZnCl systems may also show promise for the future.

• Research Organization: Tennessee Valley Authority, Chattanooga (USA). Div. of Energy Demonstrations and Technology
• OSTI ID: 6834564
• Report Number(s): TVA/OP/EDT-84/21; ON: DE84901085
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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