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“A battery is a device that is able to store electrical energy in the form of chemical energy, and convert that energy into electricity,” says Antoine Allanore, a postdoctoral associate at MIT’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Batteries with high energy densities are desirable for portable devices such as electric vehicles and smartphones, as they can store more energy in less space. In summary, batteries operate based on redox electrochemical reactions that convert chemical energy into electrical energy.
EVs are a growing market for batteries. Batteries are crucial for sustainable transportation, powering everything from electric cars to buses and trucks. High energy and power densities are necessary for long driving ranges, fast charging, and acceleration.
In the aerospace industry, batteries are crucial in starting aircraft engines and powering onboard electrical systems. These batteries are also used in space applications such as satellites and rovers, where they store energy generated by solar panels. In addition, they are used in defense applications to power military equipment and vehicles.
Secondary batteries can be used in two ways: The first is as energy storage devices. In this application, they are electrically connected to a main energy source, charged by it, and then supply energy when required. Examples include Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS).