The Impact of Rechargeable Batteries: Quantifying the Cost and Weight for a Marine Infantry Battalion

Abstract

Since the implementation of distributed operations with a higher density of tactical field radios, optics and electrical tactical equipment, the demand for batteries has increased significantly. While advances in technology have increased the lethality of Department of Defense (DoD) forces, sustainment and increased resupply convoys have increased the risk of logistical support and costs. This thesis examines the viability, cost savings, and operational weight associated with the use of rechargeable batteries.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2011
Accession Number
ADA556380

Entities

People

  • Darrell H. Brown

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Afghanistan Conflict
  • Battery Chargers
  • Costs
  • Department Of Defense
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Energy
  • Governments
  • Iraqi-War
  • Life Cycle Costs
  • Life Cycles
  • Logistics
  • Primary Batteries
  • Radio Equipment
  • Storage
  • Storage Batteries
  • Supply Depots
  • Test And Evaluation

Readers

  • Battery Technology and Engineering
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Military Science