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Method for improving the properties of alloy powders for NiMH batteries

US7056397B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2001
Grant dateJun 6, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 5, 2021

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

Abstract

The invention concerns a method of improving the properties of a hydrogen storage alloy powder for a negative electrode of a rechargeable nickel hydride battery. The method comprises the steps of hydriding a powdered alloy starting material, oxidizing the obtained hydride alloy powder and washing the oxidized powder. The invention also concerns the obtained powder.

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