59 -- Joint Industry Partnership for the Commercial Development of a Rechargeable Battery for Operation at 125C-250C

Sandia National Laboratories is initiating a Joint Industry Program aimed at advancing high-temperature battery technologies specifically designed to power electronic measurement and control systems in harsh environments. The program’s primary focus is on a rechargeable sodium-sulfur battery developed by Electrochemical Systems, which is engineered to operate reliably within a temperature range of 125°C to 250°C. This initiative involves comprehensive testing protocols including leakage current assessments to evaluate storage life at elevated temperatures, vibration testing to ensure durability under mechanical stress, and charge-discharge cycle life evaluations according to the AIR5711 standard of SAE-AE7. The contract, identified as "59 -- Joint Industry Partnership for the Commercial Development of a Rechargeable Battery for Operation at 125C-250C," seeks collaboration to commercialize this technology, supporting advancements that meet stringent operational demands. Key contact for the program is Emelda T. Selph, reachable via phone or email, facilitating communication and coordination. This program represents a critical step toward developing robust power solutions for environments requiring high series reliability and temperature tolerance, positioning the battery technology as a potential standard for industrial and research applications in extreme conditions.