Zn and Ni Based Batteries

Zn and Ni based Batteries: This course focuses on identifying active materials, chemistry and manufacturing processes as they relate to Zn as well as Ni batteries Battery selection and sizing for various applications.

• Course Introduction
• Introduction to Zn-based Batteries
• Module 1 provides the characteristics of various Zn-based batteries comprising Zn-MnO2, Alkaline MnO2 and Zn-Air batteries. The major objective in this module is to learn about the anode and cathode reactions in both the primary and secondary batteries. In addition, the objective is also to bring out the recent major developments of rechargeable Zn-based batteries such as alkaline MnO2 and Zn-Air batteries.
• Module 2: Ni-based Batteries
• Module 2 provides the characteristics of Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries. The major objective in this module is to learn about the Ni, Cd and MH electrode active materials, electrochemical characteristics reactions in both the primary and secondary batteries. In addition, the objective is also to bring out the unique design aspects for making the Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries sealed.
• Module 3: Pb-Acid Batteries
• Module 3 provides the operation characteristics of lead acid batteries along with state of charge estimation. The major objective in this module is to learn about the Pb anode and PbO2 cathode reactions as well as lead acid battery performance. In addition, the objective is also to bring out the unique design features of sealed lead acid batteries for various applications.