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Silicon anode for a rechargeable battery

US9252426B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 9, 2008
Grant dateFeb 2, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2029

Classification

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

Abstract

An electrode and electrode assembly, for example for use as an anode in a lithium-ion rechargeable cell that uses silicon or silicon-based elements of specific dimensions and geometry as its active material, is provided, as well as methods for manufacturing the same. The active silicon or silicon-based material may include fibers, sheets, flakes, tubes or ribbons, for example.

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