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Electrochemical cells having a liquid alkali metal electrode. [capillary means to draw liquid metal over one face of solid electrolyte]

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OSTI ID:7200124
In an electrochemical cell, such as a sodium--sulfur cell, having a liquid metal electrode and a solid electrolyte, capillary means are provided to draw the liquid metal over one face of the electrolyte, so enabling the whole surface of the electrolyte to be in contact with the metal despite reduction in volume of the metal in the anodic compartment. The capillary means may be constituted by a narrow space between the electrolyte and another member, e.g., a housing, or by fibrous or porous material forming a wick. 9 figures. (auth)
Assignee:
Electricity Council
Patent Number(s):
US 3922176
OSTI ID:
7200124
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English