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Old 17th Jan 2013, 10:11
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TURIN
 
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The batteries in question have Lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2) cathodes. Around 10 years ago - when the 787 was being designed - that was the only material available.

My B787 training notes say they are Lithium Manganese.
Could be wrong I suppose.
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