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Outstanding charging and discharge functionality
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The ultra-capacitor retains the same high-performance activated-carbon electrode that was used previously, while the configuration of the electrode wrapped-element construction has been reexamined to increase the number of wraps per electrode without increasing size. This increase in electrode charge density delivers a significantly higher energy storage capacity, resulting in a 10% improvement in energy storage and output compared to the previous ultra-capacitor. Its charging and discharge functionality is among the best in the world.
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| Cell construction |
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| Capacitor cell |
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Capacitor charging and discharge performance (cell unit)
The Honda ultra-capacitor’s high-performance electrodes and electrolyte deliver outstanding energy density and output density that surpass those of conventional capacitors. In particular, the low resistance reduction effect of the electrodes and collectors enable a high level of output normally considered difficult to obtain in a capacitor. The ultra-capacitor boasts a further 10% improvement in charging and discharge performance over the previous model. |
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Schematic of electrical charging and discharge in electrical two-layered capacitor
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Electrical two-layered capacitor
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Chemical battery (nickel hydride two-phase battery)
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Output density
The output of the nickel hydride battery is limited to around 900W/kg due to the effect of heat loss, but the ultra-capacitor’s low resistance enables it to handle much higher output. The ultra-capacitor further improves on the performance of the previous model, achieving an output density of 1750W/kg or more. |
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| 1. Charging and Discharge Functionality |
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