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Although lithium batteries are in the spotlight, NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries remain an essential solution. Renowned for their robustness and safety, they are used in everyday objects as well as in the most famous hybrid cars.<\/p>\n
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A NiMH battery is a rechargeable battery that stores energy through a chemical reaction between nickel and hydrogen. Unlike older cadmium batteries (NiCd), it is more environmentally friendly because it does not contain highly toxic heavy metals.<\/p>\n
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Where can it be found?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1444px” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”|20px||20px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”37px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”0px||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”37px” header_2_font_size_phone=”33px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#E63328″ divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”20%” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||-30px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”42px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]The working principle of a NiMH cell is based on a reversible electrochemical reaction involving the transfer of protons. To simplify this complex mechanism, the negative electrode can be compared to a molecular reservoir<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Charging phase:<\/strong> Under the effect of electric current, hydrogen is extracted from the electrolyte and stored in an electrode composed of a metal alloy (hydride). 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Unlike lithium, its aqueous electrolyte is non-flammable, making the risk of thermal runaway virtually zero. This feature ensures maximum safety in high-traffic areas, where energy storage systems must meet extremely rigorous civil protection standards without requiring complex cooling devices.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”42px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”42px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In addition, NiMH ensures unfailing continuity of service<\/strong> in the face of adverse weather conditions thanks to its remarkable resistance to cold<\/strong>. While lithium batteries see their conductivity drop and their recharge capacity freeze below 0\u00b0C, NiMH chemistry maintains excellent ionic mobility at low temperatures. This thermal resilience allows urban infrastructure to remain operational throughout the winter, ensuring the proper functioning of security lighting and connected services, even in extreme weather conditions.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1444px” custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”|20px||20px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”37px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”0px||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”37px” header_2_font_size_phone=”33px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#E63328″ divider_weight=”3px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”20%” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||-30px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”42px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n One of the major advantages of NiMH chemistry lies in its intrinsic ability to be regenerated<\/strong>. Contrary to popular belief, a battery’s loss of performance is not always due to irreversible wear and tear on its components, but often to chemical phenomena such as internal crystallization or cell imbalance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_2_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_2_font_size=”42px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”Oswald||||||||” header_4_text_color=”#E63328″ header_4_font_size=”32px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The regeneration process :<\/b> Thanks to specific electrical cycle protocols (high-frequency charging\/discharging), it is possible to dissolve crystalline formations and restore ionic conductivity. 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How does a NiMH battery work?<\/h2>\n
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Strategic applications in hybrid mobility<\/h2>\n
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Formats and architecture: Cylindrical vs. Prismatic<\/h2>\n
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Cylindrical format: robustness and performance<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Prismatic format: energy density and space optimization<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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High thermal stability and maximum safety in public environments<\/h3>\n
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Cool resistance and service continuity at low temperatures<\/h3>\n
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NiMH and regeneration: A major driver of the circular economy?<\/h2>\n
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\n1 tonne of NiMH battery regenerated = 20 tonnes of CO2 saved.<\/span><\/p>\n