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Electrode for photobattery

US10181621B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2015
Grant dateJan 15, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/542
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrode including an electrode material of the same type as electrode materials used in Li-ion batteries and a dye is provided. The electrode may further include a semiconductor material. The electrode is used in the manufacture of a battery that is rechargeable using light. Method of manufacturing an electrode, including the following steps: (a) preparing a film including an electrode material of the same type as electrode materials used in Li-ion batteries; and (b) bringing into contact the film and a solution including a photosensitive dye.

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