A. Communications: Almost every portable computer and cellular phone carries
a battery pack as well as a charger. The miniaturization of these devices and the
introduction of enhanced cellular capabilities, have forced manufacturers to focus
on boosting product power and reducing their size. As consumers continue to make
small, portable electronic devices part of their daily lives, they are increasingly
requiring compact battery chargers to restore power quickly to miniature batteries.
Transportation: Concern with carbon emissions, especially in the U.S.,
has resulted in numerous government programs to prevent further pollution through
battery powered products such as electric vehicles. The range of applications for
electric vehicles today is extensive, including automobiles (either pure battery
electric or hybrid electric vehicles), golf carts, neighborhood electric vehicles,
airport ground support equipment, recreational vehicles, electric bicycles, scooters
and marine. Many of these offer non-polluting alternatives to incumbent technology,
but the long recharge time has often been a deterrent. By significantly shortening
the time necessary to recharge these vehicles, the AccelRate charger can increase
their attractiveness. In marine applications, more and larger on-board electric
appliances can rapidly drain the bank of batteries in RVs and yachts, resulting
in lengthy charge cycles running a noisy generator. Rapid charging will reduce generator
run-time and increase enjoyment of the vessel.
Power Tools: As cordless tools increase in power and capability, they are
more frequently used by professional trades-people. Unfortunately, heavy use can
easily discharge a battery in less time than it can be charged, necessitating multiple
expensive batteries and even multiple chargers. Using AccelRate technology, recharge
would be reduced to a few minutes, permitting the user to continue working with
faster battery changes.
Military: The military market has critical power needs, with batteries
being an important element of many portable systems such as communications sets,
night-vision devices, and sensors for training and combat. Using batteries and AccelRate’s
charger could save tremendous operation and support dollars.