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Ordered ternary fuel cell catalysts containing platinum and cobalt and method for making the catalysts

US4677092A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 1985
Grant dateJun 30, 1987
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E60/50
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A ternary alloy catalyst for the electrochemical reduction of oxygen is disclosed. Various methods of making the catalyst are developed. The catalyst has an ordered structure which improves stability and the specific activity of the catalyst.

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