Research on the material composition and performance of Li-Si/FeS2 thermal batteries

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Authors

  • Vu Tri Thien (Corresponding Author) Institute of Chemistry and Materials, Academy of Military Science and Technology
  • Nguyen Tran Hung Institute of Chemistry and Materials, Academy of Military Science and Technology
  • Pham Trung Kien Institute of Chemistry and Materials, Academy of Military Science and Technology
  • Le Huu Thanh Institute of Chemistry and Materials, Academy of Military Science and Technology
  • Ly Quoc Vuong Institute of Chemistry and Materials, Academy of Military Science and Technology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54939/1859-1043.j.mst.94.2024.86-93

Keywords:

Thermal battery; Li-Si alloys; Fe-KClO4 heat powder.

Abstract

Thermal batteries are disposable storage batteries that use electrolytes that are molten inorganic salts in the temperature range of 400 ÷ 550 oC. Along with the development of science and technology, thermal batteries are constantly being researched to improve technical features, such as reducing activation time and mass, while increasing capacity, energy density, working duration, storage time, and ability to withstand harsh working conditions. In this article, we present the results of a study on the chemical composition of Li-Si/FeS2 thermal batteries and the performance of a single cell as well as a full battery. The analysis shows that the thermal battery utilizes pellet pressing technique. The anode is made of FeS2, the cathode is made of Li-Si alloy, the electrolyte is a mixture of LiCl and KCl, and the pyrolysis agent is Fe:KClO4. A single cell's voltage is 1,8 V, and a full thermal battery's voltage is 22 V at a 1,5 A discharge current.

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Published

22-04-2024

How to Cite

Vu, T. T., Nguyễn Trần Hùng, Phạm Trung Kiên, Lê Hữu Thành, and Lý Quốc Vương. “Research on the Material Composition and Performance of Li-Si/FeS2 Thermal Batteries”. Journal of Military Science and Technology, vol. 94, no. 94, Apr. 2024, pp. 86-93, doi:10.54939/1859-1043.j.mst.94.2024.86-93.

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Chemistry, Biology & Environment