The 21st century soldier and the systems that support the 21st century soldier are becoming ever more dependant on power sources to operate. Night vision goggles, friend or foe identification, laser targeting and satellite communications are just a few of the items that the 21st century fighting force will need to employ in order to effectively engage an opposing force. Currently the United States leads the world in high tech fighting gear. Unfortunately these systems are inherently power hungry. The ability to deliver power where and when it is needed, right down to the individual soldier, may well determine the outcome of future conflicts. This project will produce a field rechargeable battery that will significantly increase the effectiveness of our combat forces. In addition this device will have wide commercial and non-military governmental appeal. There currently exists an opportunity to develop this system that will enhance the readiness of our fighting troops, bring needed power to the underclass peoples of the world and provide a significant positive environmental impact on power generation.
Keywords: Rechargeable Thin Film Battery None
