Title :
Evaluation of nickel-hydrogen battery cells for space-based radar
Author :
Maskell, Craig A. ; Metcalfe, John R.
Author_Institution :
Defence Res. Establ. Ottawa, Ont., Canada
Abstract :
A study conducted in 1991 on nickel-hydrogen (NiH/sub 2/) battery cells, to assess their use for space-based radar satellites, is discussed. Current NiH/sub 2/ and related programs were investigated. Cell performance data were assessed, focusing on pulsed-load operation, cell design factors, and life expectancy. A need for pulsed-load testing of candidate cells, especially to characterize their effective series resistance, dynamic impedance, and possible degradations, was identified. A NiH/sub 2/ cell test program was planned, and test preparations started in mid-1992.<>
Keywords :
hydrogen; nickel; radar systems; secondary cells; space vehicle power plants; NiH/sub 2/; degradations; dynamic impedance; effective series resistance; pulsed-load operation; pulsed-load testing; space-based radar; Batteries; Energy storage; Feeds; Multichip modules; Orbits; Pulse power systems; Radar antennas; Satellites; Spaceborne radar; Testing;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
