System and method for generating particles
US8419919B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25C7/00
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method may include the steps of supplying current to the electrodes of an electrochemical cell according to a first charging profile, wherein the electrochemical cell has an anode, cathode, and electrolytic solution; maintaining a generally constant current between the electrodes; exposing the cell to an external field either during or after the termination of the deposition of deuterium absorbing metal on the cathode; and supplying current to the electrodes according to a second charging profile during the exposure of the cell to the external field. The electrolytic solution may include a metallic salt including palladium, and a supporting electrolyte, each dissolved in heavy water. The cathode may comprise a second metal that does not substantially absorb deuterium, such as gold. The external field may be a magnetic field.
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