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Lead–acid batteries for hybrid electric vehicles and battery electric vehicles

J. Garche1; P.T. Moseley2; E. Karden3    1 FCBAT Ulm, Ulm, Germany2 ILZRO, Chilton, UK3 Ford Research & Advanced Engineering Europe, Aachen, Germany

Abstract

This chapter provides a description of the working principles of the lead–acid battery (LAB) and its characteristic performance properties such as capacity, power, efficiency, self-discharge rate, and durability. Environmental and safety aspects are discussed, and it is made clear that the battery can be employed safely and sustainably as long as appropriate precautions are observed. A central theme of the chapter is a consideration of the diverse types of battery—starting, lighting, and ignition (SLI), enhanced ...

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