On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 1:21 PM, Olin Lathrop w= rote: > M. Adam Davis wrote: >> Assuming I've decided I want to learn enough about common (and >> upcoming) rechargeable batteries such that I could design >> microcontroller based chargers, balancers, and other battery >> management tools, what text, book, primer, app notes, website, etc >> should I dig into? > > A bunch of battery datasheets would be a good start. Yes, and that would be the final source for specific information. I find that when I'm going to read datasheets, though, it's very helpful to understand the terminology and have at least a 50 thousand foot view of the topic so that datasheet becomes easier to understand. What manufacturers do you recommend or have used for rechargeable cells? -Adam --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .