Universal Battery Charger
Abstract
The Universal Battery Charger (UBC) fills the power and energy gap created by the increase in mission essential and power consuming devices, by providing a charging solution capable of recharging conformal wearable batteries and a wide variety of handheld communication devices and a suite of military batteries. The UBC is suited for the company and below formations in the most austere operating environments. The system can draw power from wall outlets, vehicle power, and solar power sources. The UBC enables dismounted Soldiers to execute their missions with fewer battery resupplies, thus reducing the logistical burden associated with moving fuel, primary (disposable) batteries, and rechargeable batteries. The UBC capability allows dismounted Soldiers to operate independently for longer missions without being tethered to a large generator, vehicle, or supply train. The UBC can be mounted on wheeled and tracked vehicles. This effort is consistent with the Operational Energy ICD (26 April 2012) and the Universal Battery Charger CPD (27 May 2015). Full Rate Production decision occurred 17 July 2017. Justification: FY20 RDTE funding increases UBC capability by increasing battery recharge performance, reducing size and also tests and evaluates the increased UBC capability.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- EY4_0604827A_5_2040_PB_2020
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