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High energy density non-aqueous electrolyte lithium cell operational over a wide temperature range

US5114811A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 5, 1990
Grant dateMay 19, 1992
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01M2300/0025
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrochemical cell is provided having a metallic anode comprising a lithium-aluminum alloy, a solid cathode of electronically conductive material and an ionic conductive non-aqueous electrolyte solution operatively associated and in direct contact with the anode and cathode. The metallic anode comprises a lithium-aluminum alloy wherein aluminum comprises from about 0% to about 50% by weight of the alloy. The solid cathode comprises a fluorinated carbon such as poly carbon monofluoride, a metal oxide or a metal oxide bronze. The non-aqueous electrolyte solution comprises a first component consisting of a high boiling aprotic solvent or combinations thereof, and a second component consisting of at least one lithium salt. The electrochemical cell demonstrates an energy density of about 0.6WH/CC and exhibits consistent performance predictability over an operational range of from about -20.degree. C. to about 180.degree. C.

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