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Battery cell construction

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5401942
A cell for generating electric energy is provided comprising a sealed container partitioned into anode and cathode chambers, said partition comprising an electrolyte/separator in the form of a bundle of hollow glass or ceramic fibers, fusion sealed together between their interstices adjacent at least one end thereof. Preferably, the ends of the fibers which project within the anode chamber are sealed closed whereas the opposite ends are in open communication with the cathode chamber. Preferred anode and cathode materials comprise an alkali metal such as sodium or potassium and sulfur respectively.
Assignee:
Corning Glass Works
Patent Number(s):
US 4310607
OSTI ID:
5401942
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English