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Shutdown system for metal-air batteries and methods of use thereof

US10532384B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 7, 2015
Grant dateJan 14, 2020
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Expiry dateOct 11, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E60/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This invention provides systems and methods for treating electrodes used in batteries and electrochemical cells upon battery/cell shutdown and prior to battery standby mode. Systems and methods of this invention are directed toward the use of aerosol to treat the electrode and to protect the electrode and/or the environment from undesired reactions.

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