Feasibility Demonstration of Prussian Blue Sodium-Ion Batteries in Lunar Applications.

Prussian blue sodium-ion batteries are an emerging energy storage technology with unique characteristics. This technology boasts the highest available power density in any current battery technology on the market, potentially unlocking new possibilities for power system design and diverse applications previously deemed unattainable. Prussian blue sodium-ion technology is proven on Earth, but it has not yet been rigorously tested through laboratory experimentation to demonstrate feasibility for lunar missions. This project aims to demonstrate the utility of Prussian blue sodium-ion batteries within the Moon to Mars missions with focus on lunar applications. The secondary aim is to characterize the battery materials and identify functional relationships for the battery materials that will enable design of Prussian blue sodium-ion battery packs. It is expected the outcome of this project will culminate with the delivery of a design document and design review of a battery pack suitable for delivery to the moon for lunar testing.