Battery degradation is the gradual loss of capacity and performance as a battery ages and undergoes repeated use.
Expanded Explanation
Degradation results from chemical changes within battery cells caused by charge cycles, temperature exposure, and operating conditions. As degradation progresses, usable capacity decreases and internal resistance increases, reducing runtime and efficiency. Degradation patterns vary depending on chemistry, usage profile, and environmental factors.
Why it matters
Understanding degradation helps predict service life and plan maintenance or replacement.
iTECH Context
iTECH accounts for degradation behavior when designing battery systems for long-term reliability.
