Submitted by DukeOfGeek t3_103cm7r in Futurology
bogglingsnog t1_j33bmz4 wrote
Reply to comment by 2020willyb2020 in The Army Has a New Flow Battery. It Could Change Military Power. by DukeOfGeek
Even civilian e-motorcycles can hit some crazy distances these days, I have seen a few with 100-150 miles of range. If the military wanted to they could make their own with double or triple the amount of batteries, it will just behave more like a full size motorcycle than a dirt bike.
I imagine it will be awhile before they switch to fully electric trucks. I could see a hybrid being used though it could possibly increase maintenance challenges.
Non-flammable batteries would be a HUGE leap forward for the military, they could have fully electric drivetrains with no risk of fire, would be amazing for tanks. The batteries could even form a part of the internal armor, wrap it around the ammo rack etc.
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