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Appendix B
Acronyms and Terminology
This appendix describes the terminology used in this document.
Table 35 – Acronyms and terminology descriptions
Acronym/Term
Meaning
ACR
Alternating Current Resistance. Usually refers to the resistance of a cell for very
short pulses of current (< 1 second)
Ah
Amp-Hour is a unit of measure of charge that can be stored or delivered to/from a
battery.
Battery
One or more cells that are electrically connected together by permanent means,
including case, terminals and markings.
BMS
Battery Management System – The Battery Management System refers to the
collection of electronics responsible for monitoring and controlling the battery
pack.
BOL
Beginning of Life
CC
Constant Current – A method to charge or discharge a battery in which the
current is held constant independent of the battery’s terminal voltage.
Cell
A single encased electrochemical unit (one positive and one negative electrode),
which exhibits a voltage differential across two terminals.
CID
Current Interrupt Device – A small device integrated into a cell designed to
interrupt the flow of current through its terminal when too much pressure or
current exists in the cell.
Competent Authority
Approval
An approval by the competent authority that is required under an international
standard.
CV
Constant Voltage – A method to charge a battery in which the terminal voltage is
held constant and the current is determined by the power path impedance or
some active current limiting.