Publications by authors named "Robert M Privette"
Article Synopsis
- The study examined how graphene nanoplatelets and reduced graphene oxide affect the performance of valve-regulated lead-acid batteries used in electric bikes.
- Results indicated that batteries with graphene additives showed significantly better low-temperature performance, charge acceptance, and large-current discharge performance, with a cycle life improvement of more than 52%, increasing from 250 to 380 cycles.
- The addition of graphene did not notably increase water loss in the batteries, likely because graphene aids in improving charge/discharge processes and prevents lead sulfate crystal growth.
