The ZincSulfur Battery

The book starts with a foundational overview, providing readers with insights into the evolution of battery technology and the historical backdrop that has shaped the landscape of zinc-sulfur batteries before looking into their chemistry and construction. Readers are guided through the fundamentals of battery chemistry, exploring electrochemical principles, key components, and the basic reactions that underpin zinc-sulfur batteries. The book explains design considerations, from cell components and materials to electrode configurations as well as charge and discharge processes, cycling behavior, and considerations of capacity and efficiency. It summarizes recent advances and research trends. Applications of zinc-sulfur batteries are reviewed: from electronics to electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and military and aerospace applications including real-world case studies. Supplemented by appendices containing a glossary of terms, references, abbreviations, and an index, This book is a definitive resource for researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts seeking to unravel the complexities and capitalize on the potential of this transformative energy storage technology.