BS ISO 17546:2016

1   Scope This International Standard specifies design and minimum verification requirements for lithium ion rechargeable (including lithium ion polymer) batteries for space vehicles. Lithium ion secondary electrochemical systems use intercalation compounds (intercalated lithium exists in an ionic or quasi-atomic form within the lattice of the electrode material) in the positive and in the negative electrodes. The focus of this International Standard is on “ battery assembly” and cell is described as “component cells ” to be harmonized with other industrial standards and regulations. “Performance”,” safety”, and “logistics” are the main points of view to specify. This International Standard does not address “disposal” or “recycle”; however, some recommendations regarding disposal are suggested.

   1.1   Life cycle 
   The service  life  of a  battery  starts at  cell  activation  and continues through all subsequent fabrication, acceptance testing, handling, storage,
     transportation, testing preceding launch, launch and mission operation. 
   The scope of this International Standard addresses the shelf  life , from  cell  activation  to launch, although the  life  design and evaluations of the  batter...