- Oct 01, 2008 1:07 PM EST - [num] Comments Toshiba's SCiB
(Super Charge Ion Batteries) batteries, originally developed for
laptops, were recently demonstrated. SCiB batteries were
introduced last year and were first designed for industrial
applications; they will be used in the electric Schwinn Tailwind
bicycle to be released next year. The SCiB 24V/4.2Ah battery
module for laptops by Toshiba can be charged up to 90 percent
its full capacity within just 10 minutes and can last longer
than lithium-ion batteries. They can last from 5,000 to 6,000
recharge cycles--that's equal or more than the usual
500-recharge-cycle lifespan of lithium-ion. Since SCiB batteries
use more thermally stable materials, they're less prone to
overheating and explosion compared to lithium-ion batteries. The
battery technology was installed on a Dynabook during the
presentation in CEATEC 2008 to demonstrate its rapid-charging
ability. In spite of the presentation, no date was given on when
the Toshiba SCiB battery will be commercializ