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Challenge 5: Field Expedient Battery Charger
General Description of Need:
The Army has a need for battery recharging in the field. The BB2590, in particular, is used in a large number of systems and is therefore a good candidate for
a device that should have a number of recharging options, both in garrison and the field.
Project Mission Statement:
Design a recharging device, using any available technology, that can be easily deployed in a typical field scenario (like a dismounted patrol)
and can quickly recharge depleted batteries during road march breaks or meals.
Desired Performance Goals:
System should be compatible with at least the BB2590 chemistry and charging methodology but will preferably support other Army standard batteries.
Specify Desired Power and/or Other Logistical
None specified.
Specify a Possible Targeted Acquisition Program:
Army-wide potential.
Specify Any Current Systems with which This Product
Should Integrate:
Possible interaction with (or instead of) the existing paradigm; the PowerFilm Solar Charger. This device will be used as a comparator for weight, efficiency, and cost.
Specify Who the Primary User Might Be for this
Product:
Dismounted infantry, radio operators in particular.
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