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World Thermal Battery MarketsPublished by: Frost & Sullivan Published: Jun. 1, 2007 - 64 Pages Table of Contents
AbstractThe Frost & Sullivan research service titled World Thermal Battery Markets provides unit shipment analysis and detailed market analysis of the global thermal battery markets. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following areas: market drivers, restraints, challenges, revenue and unit forecasts, competitive landscape, and others.High Reliability Levels Promote Thermal Battery Usage Thermal batteries, also known as "molten salt" batteries, are used in applications where there is an immediate or sudden demand for electric power. They offer a power source that is extremely reliable and can operate at a wide range of temperatures. Furthermore, they have longer shelf lives (more than 15 years), and there is no deterioration of the active materials during storage, as the battery's electrolyte is stored in a dry state, and activated only when needed by the pyrotechnic charge. This eliminates the loss of capacity, and is the main reason missiles and torpedoes rely on thermal batteries, as they require an extremely reliable power source that can be stored or used at any point in time. However, as defense spending is cyclical, demand and market growth is largely dependent on replacement levels in traditional applications in addition to the exploration of new applications for this technology. "Having said that, commercial civil applications are limited due to the expensive nature of this type of battery and its limited supplier base," notes the analyst of this research service. "In addressing this challenge, thermal battery manufacturers continue to explore upcoming application areas such as smart munitions, sonobuoys, emergency power, hybrid applications, and so on." Usage of Environment-friendly Materials Strengthens Growth Many years of thermal battery R&D has resulted in the creation of chemicals that are increasingly more environment-friendly. This is a significant market driver, as close to 100 percent of applications are military specific, and the disposal of used batteries is a key concern for military forces around the globe. These batteries have been classified by NATO as non-explosive and non-pyrotechnic equipment in terms of storage and transportation. They can be handled and destroyed by conventional means as well, making them ideally suited for military, which is paying greater attention to disposal/recycling. With regard to technology advances, during 2006, Sandia National Laboratories' Power Sources Group 2520 progressed on a new thermal battery for the W76-1 Lifetime Extension Program. The battery utilizes a new chemical material - an advanced cobalt disulfide cathode material. Combining this with a low melting point electrolyte allows the battery design to meet tightly controlled and even multiple voltage requirements over an extended period. "Going forward, manufacturers must remain technologically competitive to differentiate themselves from the competition," says the analyst. "In addition to employing lean production manufacturing operations, they must also be aware of the emerging applications for this battery chemistry, including new missiles or other product developments." Get Full Details About This Report >> |
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