{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Faba614d6-6948-4f96-8034-55ae98582741","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Battery Chemistries and Applications: Part One","description":"The Battery Blarney Duo, along with Al Warner and Dan Lambert, are back with David in this episode. They discuss lead acid batteries, which are dependable but prone to spontaneous disassembly, and lithium batteries, which have a range of chemistries, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. The industry is looking for an alternative because of the dangers of lithium fires. They also mention the invention of the liquid metal battery and its safety and maintainability, as well as the interesting concept of zinc manganese. \n\nThey talk about the biggest challenge with introducing new technologies for experienced integrators and finding a better solution by building a battery that doesn't require as much management and won't catch fire. The discussion about selecting the best battery for a given application and how some outdated technology might be reimagined to better suit present-day requirements raises some pretty important points.\n\nListen to learn the pros and cons of various energy storage technologies and the potential for significant improvements to be made. Find out what the key is to sustainable energy storage and discover why lead acid batteries are suggested as a reliable and affordable option for utility companies when you tune in to the show.","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/d1bd10e8-635e-493b-bbdc-887e9b4a3e51/GPw8qTm992NjG4loBFRG1Ezs.jpg"}