As an intelligent and automatic device, mobile robot plays a vital role power system. As the energy source of mobile robots, the materials chosen by batteries are crucial to the performance, endurance and safety of robots. This article will introduce the battery materials commonly used in mobile robot power system and their characteristics.

Lithium ion battery(Li-ion)

technical features

• high energy density: it has high energy density, small volume and light weight, and is suitable for lightweight design of mobile robots.
• Long cycle life: compared with other battery types, lithium-ion batteries have a longer cycle life and can withstand multiple charge and discharge cycles.
• No memory effect: No Memory effect occurs. Users can charge at any time without affecting battery performance.

Application scenarios

• autonomous mobile robot: suitable for autonomous mobile robots that need to run for a long time, such as cleaning robots and inspection robots.
• unmanned vehicle: widely used in unmanned vehicles to provide stable energy support for vehicles.

Lead Acid

technical features

• low cost: Lead-acid battery is a traditional battery type with relatively low cost, which is suitable for cost-sensitive application scenarios.
• Reliable and stable: it has stable performance and reliability, and is suitable for mobile robots with low power requirements.
• Environmental protection: Lead-acid batteries can be recycled and have little impact on the environment.

Application scenarios

• industrial robot: Lead-acid batteries are commonly used in robots in industrial production lines to provide stable energy support.
• Educational robot: Robots in the field of education often use lead-acid batteries, which are low-cost and suitable for schools and educational institutions.

Lithium polymer battery (Li-Po)

technical features

• thin design: lithium polymer battery has a thin design, which is suitable for mobile robot design with high requirements on battery volume.
• High discharge rate: it has high discharge rate and can provide high output power, which is suitable for scenarios with high power requirements.
• Security: the internal structure of lithium polymer battery is relatively safe, reducing the risk of accidental explosion.

Application scenarios

• aerospace field: lithium polymer batteries are commonly used in the aerospace field to meet the demand for lightweight batteries and high energy density.
• Consumer robot: lithium polymer batteries are often used in consumer robots, providing long battery life and fast charging.

The selection of battery materials for mobile robots power system has an important impact on the robot's performance and experience. Different battery materials have their own characteristics and applicable scenarios. When selecting battery materials, users need to consider them comprehensively according to actual requirements and application scenarios.