This study on LiPo Characteristics takes a data-driven approach to understand the characteristics of and science behind lithium polymer batteries. It also draws conclusions and practical applications for RC vehicles.

If you use LiPo batteries, I encourage you to give this study a read. We’ll discuss basic properties and performance as well as advanced topics like internal resistance and voltage sag. I’ve done my best to explain the concepts and assuming no prior knowledge, and I hope RC pilots of all backgrounds can glean some useful information from this study.

Part 1 explains some of the fundamentals, goals, and methods used to collect data. Part 2 and beyond dive in to the data and discuss implications.