Drone Battery Safety

Drones use different types of batteries. One popular type is lithium ion batteries which present unique safety concerns in the shipping/transporting, charging, operation, and storage of the batteries. People who do not head the dangers of lithium ion batteries stand to lose alot. There are numerous videos online of houses and cars burning down due to battery fires.

Here are some helpful resources:

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology has some material. https://ehs.mit.edu/lab-research-program/lithium-ion-battery-safety/ 
• International Journal of Electrical Electronics and Data Communication –  Battery Management System for Drones    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/366658959_Battery_Management_System_for_Drones

Jonathan Rupprecht

Aviation Attorney. FAA Certificated Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII). Contributor at Forbes.com for Aerospace and Defense.