Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. When was the battery invented? 3. Battery chemistries; 4. The battery pack; 5. Proper charge methods; 6. Discharge methods; 7. The secrets of battery runtime; 8. The ‘smart’ battery; 9. Choosing the right battery; 10. Internal battery resistance; 11. Getting the most from your batteries; 12. Maintaining fleet batteries; 13. Battery maintenance equipment; 14. Making battery quick-test feasible; 15. Practical battery tips; 16. Index.