General Electric 20-ampere hour nickel-cadmium battery

Kirsch, W. W.

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General Electric 20-ampere hour nickel-cadmium battery

Kirsch, W. W.

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Abstract

The interaction, effect, and controllability of the performance parameters of the General Electric 20-ampere-hour, 24-cell nickel cadmium battery are investigated. The battery was cycled under simulated orbit conditions. The acquired data was analyzed and evaluated in terms of battery parameters and performance characteristics. Conclusions and tests results are presented along with recommendations for further study.

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Kirsch, W. W.. 1974-05-30. General Electric 20-ampere hour nickel-cadmium battery. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19750017218

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