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How long does a power bank heat a garment? Battery capacity, voltage and heating time of USB-powered heated clothing

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Technical note explaining how the capacity of a USB power bank (mAh, at a cell voltage of about 3.7 V) converts into usable energy at 5 V (Wh) and into heating time for heated clothing, with worked figures for the Gløde 10,000 mAh and 20,000 mAh power banks (stated 3-6 h and 6-12 h for a heated vest, implying an average draw of about 5-11 W). Also covers what shortens heating time (heat setting, cold batteries, battery age, wind) and the 100 Wh air-travel limit. Published by Gløde B.V., glode.nl.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23974186

Author: Gløde B.V.

Language: English

Topic: Battery Modeling and Management

Subfield: Automotive Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7225347351

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