View source for 18461112. ELECTRODE FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, AND ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE simplified abstract (KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOSHIBA)

=ELECTRODE FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, AND ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE=


==Organization Name==

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==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Yoshitsune Sugano of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)|Yoshitsune Sugano of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)]][[Category:Yoshitsune Sugano of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)]]

[[:Category:Akihiko Ono of Kita Tokyo (JP)|Akihiko Ono of Kita Tokyo (JP)]][[Category:Akihiko Ono of Kita Tokyo (JP)]]

[[:Category:Norihiro Yoshinaga of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)|Norihiro Yoshinaga of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)]][[Category:Norihiro Yoshinaga of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)]]

==ELECTRODE FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, AND ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18461112 titled 'ELECTRODE FOR ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, AND ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTION DEVICE

==Simplified Explanation==

The electrode for an electrochemical reaction device described in the abstract includes a substrate and a catalyst lamination with multiple catalyst layers and void layers arranged between them. The catalyst layers consist of a first layer close to the substrate with a certain thickness, and a second layer further away from the substrate with a smaller thickness.

* Substrate and catalyst lamination structure:
  * The electrode includes a substrate for support.
  * A catalyst lamination is provided on the substrate.
  * The catalyst lamination consists of multiple catalyst layers and void layers.

* Catalyst layer arrangement:
  * The catalyst layers are arranged adjacent to each other.
  * A first catalyst layer is positioned close to the substrate with a certain thickness.
  * A second catalyst layer is separated from the substrate with a smaller thickness compared to the first layer.

== Potential Applications ==
The technology can be applied in:
* Fuel cells
* Electrolyzers
* Sensors

== Problems Solved ==
The electrode design helps in:
* Improving efficiency of electrochemical reactions
* Enhancing durability of the electrode
* Facilitating mass transport of reactants and products

== Benefits ==
The electrode offers:
* Increased performance in electrochemical devices
* Longer lifespan due to improved durability
* Enhanced control over reaction kinetics

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
The technology can be utilized in:
* Automotive industry for fuel cell vehicles
* Energy storage systems
* Environmental monitoring devices

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art could be the use of multi-layer catalyst structures in electrochemical devices to enhance performance and durability.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

== How does the electrode design impact the overall efficiency of the electrochemical reaction device? ==
The article does not delve into the specific efficiency gains achieved by the electrode design in practical applications.

== What are the potential challenges in scaling up the production of electrodes with such intricate catalyst layer arrangements? ==
The article does not address the scalability issues or challenges that may arise when manufacturing these electrodes on a larger scale.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

An electrode for electrochemical reaction device of an embodiment includes: a substrate; and a catalyst lamination provided on the substrate, and having a plurality of catalyst layers, and void layers respectively arranged between the plurality of catalyst layers adjacent to each other. The plurality of catalyst layers include a first catalyst layer arranged at a position close to the substrate and having a first thickness, and a second catalyst layer arranged at a position separated from the substrate and having a second thickness that is smaller than the first thickness.



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