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Aluminum alloy for primary alkaline fuel cells and batteries

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OSTI ID:6380898

A tin and mercury free aluminum alloy of specific composition for use as an anode in fuel cells and electrochemical couples and particularly in a silver oxide-aluminum battery comprising high purity aluminum alloyed with gallium and magnesium in specified quantities is described. The aluminum in combination with the gallium provides desired unique electrochemical properties. The magnesium, when the anode material is suitably heat treated, increases the tensile modulus of the alloy.

Assignee:
Secretary of the Navy
Patent Number(s):
US 4107406
OSTI ID:
6380898
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English