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Al/Cl2 molten salt batteryMolten salt battery has been developed with theoretical energy density of 5.2 j/kg (650 W-h/lb). Battery, which operates at 150 C, can be used in primary mode or as rechargeable battery. Battery has aluminum anode and chlorine cathode. Electrolyte is mixture of AlCl3, NaCl, and some alkali metal halide such as KCl.
Document ID
19720000526
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Giner, J. (Tyco Labs., Inc.)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1972
Subject Category
Electronic Components And Circuits
Report/Patent Number
HQN-10696
Report Number: HQN-10696
Accession Number
72B10527
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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