A secondary cell utilizing an intercalated lithium compound as the cathode and typically graphite as the anode. During discharge, lithium ions travel through an electrolyte from the anode to the cathode, creating an electrical current. They are the standard power source for portable electronics, electric vehicles, and grid-scale energy storage due to their high energy-to-weight ratio.
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We need to design a thermal management system that keeps the lithium ion battery module below 45 degrees Celsius under heavy load.