Low Magnetic Signature, Rechargeable, Modular Battery Technologies for Mine Warfare

The proposed program is to design and develop a rechargeable battery with high energy density, excellent cycle life and low magnetic signature offered by our polymer Li-ion technology. Concentrated efforts will be spent to improve the cell and battery performance to the objective level required in this program. Special attention will be paid to the magnetic and mechanical design aspects of this battery to ensure a successful operation. At the conclusion of this Phase I program, we will have achieved a low magnetic cell and battery design. And during the option period of time, we will be able to deliver 6 prototype cells, 2 prototype batteries and 2 prototype chargers. These batteries will be the proof-of-concept devices with properties far exceeding the threshold requirement in this solicitation, and also serve as a cornerstone for Phase II program and efforts.