"Next-generation batteries have higher power density and higher energy density and can be put into new forms with lower-cost mass production. This book focuses on technologically advanced secondary (rechargeable) batteries in both large and small format. It covers advanced techn…
Distilling complex theoretical physical concepts into an understandable technical framework, Next-Generation Batteries and Fuel Cells for Commercial, Military, and Space Applications describes primary and secondary (rechargeable) batteries for various commercial, military, space…
This book provides an in-depth look into the research being conducted on the development of more efficient batteries capable of long distance travel. The text contains an introductory section on the market for battery and hybrid electric vehicles, then thoroughly presents the la…
As energy produced from renewable sources is increasingly integrated into the electricity grid, interest in energy storage technologies for grid stabilisation is growing. This book reviews advances in battery technologies and applications for medium and large-scale energy storag…
« The electrochemical storage of energy has become essential in assisting the development of electrical transport and use of renewable energies. French researchers have played a key role in this domain but Asia is currently the market leader. Not wanting to see history repeat it…
'Linden's Handbook of Batteries' provides authoritative data on the characteristics, properties, and performance of every major battery type. This fourth edition is entirely rewritten and reorganized to reflect the huge advances in cell efficiency.
"Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries give us an alternative to the more prevalent lithium-ion (Li-ion) versions, and are known for their observed high energy densities. Systems using Li-S batteries are in early stages of development and commercialization however could potentially pr…
Introduction to rechargeable Li-S batteries -- Sulfur cathode -- The use of lithum poly (sulfide) species in Li-S batteries -- Lithium-sulfur battery electrolytes -- The lithium electrode revisited through the prism of Li-S batteries -- Analytical techniques for Li-S batteries -…
"Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries give us an alternative to the more prevalent lithium-ion (Li-ion) versions, and are known for their observed high energy densities. Systems using Li-S batteries are in early stages of development and commercialization however could potentially pr…
Smart and flexible energy devices
"This book covers materials, basic working principles, and state-of-the-art progress on flexible devices such as fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors with an emphasis on future demand and challenges"