Memory effect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003602",
  "term": "Memory effect",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A phenomenon observed in certain rechargeable batteries, particularly nickel-cadmium (NiCd) and some nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) types, where they lose capacity if repeatedly recharged after only being partially discharged. The battery 'remembers' its shallower discharge point, reducing its effective capacity. This effect is largely absent in lithium-ion batteries.",
  "synonyms": [
    "lazy battery effect"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial electronics",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Memory-Effekt",
    "es": "efecto memoria",
    "fr": "effet mémoire"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/memory-effect/"
}