INVENTOR Alessandro Volta invented the batteries. PATENTED YEAR
It was patented in the 19 th century.
EXPLANATION Volta that current fluids would generate a continuous flow of electrical power when used as a conductor. With him knowing this it lead to him discovering the first battery. TIMELINE EFFECT ON SOCIETY One way it effected society was it helped with on the invention of cars. Another way it effected society was you could take energy save it and then use it later on. The battery also brought electricity to remote places. The battery storage can improve the economics of electricity production.