“Implementation of Lithium Ion Battery System” for FCX Clarity
2009-01-1013
04/20/2009
- Event
- Content
- A lithium ion battery system has been developed for use in Honda's FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle. This represents the first time that Honda has employed lithium ion batteries. The battery system equals the high level of power of the ultracapacitor system used in the previous FCX vehicle but achieves a higher level of energy, contributing to various improvements in performance, such as the Clarity's superior acceleration feel and improved fuel efficiency. The system displays sufficient durability and reliability at the same time as satisfying requirements from the perspective of safety. In addition, positioning the battery system under the floor of the vehicle has increased cabin space, boosting the Clarity's commercial appeal.
- Pages
- 8
- Citation
- Anekawa, A., and Yamamoto, K., "“Implementation of Lithium Ion Battery System” for FCX Clarity," SAE Technical Paper 2009-01-1013, 2009, https://doi.org/10.4271/2009-01-1013.