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Electrochemical cell with calcium anode. [Ca/air or Ca/water; mechanically rechargeable]

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5881680

An electrochemical cell comprises a calcium anode and a suitable cathode in an alkaline electrolyte consisting essentially of an aqueous solution of an hydroxide and a chloride. Specifically disclosed is a mechanically rechargeable calcium/air fuel cell with an aqueous NaOH/NaCl electrolyte. 4 figures.

Assignee:
Dept. of Energy
Patent Number(s):
US 4154903
OSTI ID:
5881680
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English