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Metal/air cell

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6815216
A metal/air cell is described comprising a metal anode, a catalytic air depolarizing cathode and a fluid electrolyte contained within a closed cylindrical cell container of a predetermined height. The cell container is apertured in a position thereof adjacent the cathode to permit ambient air to enter the cell, characterized in that a cylindrical apertured cap is engagingly positioned on the cell container and covers the apertured portion thereof whereby the height of the cell is increased thereby to a required height and ambient air enters the cell through the cap.
Assignee:
Duracell, Inc., Bethel, CT
Patent Number(s):
US 4640874
OSTI ID:
6815216
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English