What is the Energy Density of an Automotive Battery?
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The energy density of an automotive battery refers to the amount of electrical energy released per unit volume or mass of the battery. Below is more information about energy density: 1. Introduction: Energy density refers to the amount of energy contained per unit volume, measured in joules per cubic meter. It is used to evaluate batteries and is most suitable for comparing the amount of electricity stored per unit volume. 2. Calculation Method: Battery energy density = battery capacity × discharge platform / battery thickness / battery width / battery length. Generally, under the same volume, the energy density of lithium-ion batteries is 2.5 times that of nickel-cadmium batteries and 1.8 times that of nickel-metal hydride batteries. Therefore, with equal battery capacity, lithium-ion batteries are smaller in volume and lighter in weight compared to nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries.