DEVELOPMENT OF A LIGHTWEIGHT, WATER-ACTIVATED BATTERY FOR A SUPERHET RADIOSONIDE

Abstract

A program was set up to develop a lighweight, water-activated battery for a Superhet radiosonde. Experience obtained from the fulfillment of production contracts of similar battery packs was utilized to arrive at a battery having the required capacity, and possessing a reliable construction at a reasonable cost. The final design was a battery pack 2-1/2 in. in height, 6-7/16 in. long and 4-11/16 in. wide weighing approximately 560 g dry and 875 g activated. Average capacities are 188 min at moderate temperature, 207 min at low and high-low temperature tests. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 30, 1960
Accession Number
AD0262008

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  • Harold N. Honer

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  • Construction
  • Contracts
  • Lightweight
  • Low Temperature
  • Production
  • Radiosondes
  • Water Activated Batteries

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