Bharat Heavy Electricals (BHEL) and Libcoin are in dialogue to form a world class consortium to initially build 1GWh lithium ion battery plant in India. Its capacity will be scaled up to 30GWh in due course.
About:
A lithium-ion battery or Li-ion battery (abbreviated as LIB) is a type of rechargeable battery.
Components:
Li-ion batteries use an intercalated lithium compound as one electrode material, compared to the metallic lithium used in a non-rechargeable lithium battery.
The electrolyte, which allows for ionic movement, and the two electrodes are the constituent components of a lithium-ion battery cell.
Working: In this, lithium ions move from the negative electrode to the positive electrode during discharge and back when charging.
Application: They are one of the most popular types of rechargeable batteries for portable electronics. LIBs are also growing in popularity for military, battery electric vehicle and aerospace applications.
Benefits: They have high energy density, tiny memory effect and low self-discharge.
Safety hazards: These batteries can pose unique safety hazards since they contain a flammable electrolyte and may be kept pressurized. A battery cell charged too quickly could cause a short circuit, leading to explosions and fires.
Recent development:
BHEL will be sending a team of senior officers for study of the techno-commercial issues soon. Based upon the recommendations of the team, further process towards formation of Joint Venture will be carried forward.
Significance:
With this, India has finally taken steps into its energy security and clean energy commitment to the world.
This project will bring energy independence by replacing oil imports with abundant renewable. It will also create integrated manufacturing ecosystem resulting in self-reliance and lower cost.
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