Nickel-Cadmium Cell Performance Recovery and Reconditioning.
Abstract
Recovery of the capacity and voltage characteristics of sealed NiCd cells by reconditioning after accelerated eclipse season simulation has been measured. Performance recovery was measured as a function of reconditioning rate for both shallow- and deep-discharge conditions, as well as for multiple reconditioning cycles. Low-rate reconditioning was most effective for recovery of capacity losses, providing up to 15% capacity improvement. Deep-discharge reconditioning was most effective for recovering both capacity and voltage losses, particularly at higher rates. Multiple reconditionings increased capacity somewhat, but were most effective for recovering voltage losses. The relative merits of a range of reconditioning procedures are presented in terms of their usefulness for voltage, capacity, and power improvements. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADA120021
Entities
People
- Albert H. Zimmerman
- Peter K. Effa
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation