A tank starter power supply is a power supply device used to start a tank engine. During the start of the tank, since the speed and torque of the engine are not optimal at the same time, a starting power supply is required to provide the power required for starting. This article will introduce the relevant knowledge of tank starting power supply in detail to help readers better understand this important military equipment.
1. The composition of the starting power supply of the tank.
The starting power supply of the tank is mainly composed of three parts: the battery, the generator and the control system. Among them, the battery is the core part of the starting power supply, which can provide high current, so as to ensure the smooth start of the engine. The generator is another important component of the starting power supply, which is capable of providing electricity to the various electronics of the tank after the engine is started. The control system is the brain of the starting power supply, which can control the working state of the power supply and ensure the safe start of the tank.
Second, the working principle of the tank starting power supply.
When the tank engine needs to start, the control system first controls the battery for recharging, and at the same time controls the generator to start working. When the generator is working, it generates an electric current, which is delivered to the engine's starter motor, which drives the engine to rotate. When the engine speed reaches a certain value, the starting motor no longer needs current, and at this time the battery has been charged, the control system controls the generator to stop working, and at the same time controls the battery to start supplying power to other electronics of the tank.
Third, the development process of tank starting power supply.
Since World War II, with the continuous development of electronic technology, the starting power supply of tanks has also been continuously upgraded. Early tank starting power supplies used lead-acid batteries and DC generators, which had the disadvantages of large size, heavy weight and short life. With the development of science and technology, new lithium-ion batteries and alternators are gradually applied to tank starting power supplies, which have the advantages of small size, light weight and long life, which can better meet the needs of modern warfare.
Fourth, the advantages and disadvantages of the tank starting power supply.
The advantages of the tank starting power supply are mainly manifested in the following aspects: first, it can ensure the smooth start of the tank engine;Secondly, it is capable of providing electricity to other electronics of the tank;Finally, it has a long service life and low maintenance costs. However, there are also some drawbacks to the tank starting power supply: first, it needs to be recharged and maintained frequently;Secondly, in the course of the operation, if the power supply fails, it can have a serious impact on the normal operation of the tank;Finally, due to its large size, it takes up space inside the tank.
5. Application prospect of tank starting power supply.
With the continuous progress of science and technology and the expansion of application fields, the tank starting power supply will be further developed and applied in the future. The demands on tanks on the battlefield of the future are increasing, so more efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly starting power supplies are needed to meet these needs. In the future, the tank starting power supply will develop in the direction of high efficiency, long life, light weight, modularity and intelligence. At the same time, with the continuous development of new energy technology, the future tank starting power supply will also use more environmentally friendly energy to replace traditional lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries.
In short, as an indispensable part of modern warfare, the development and application of tank starting power will have an important impact on future warfare. Therefore, all countries are actively developing and improving their own tank starting power supply technology to enhance their military strength and competitiveness.