Kabushiki kaisha toshiba (20240093391). LAMINATED CATALYST, ELECTRODE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL, STACK, AND ELECTROLYZER simplified abstract

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LAMINATED CATALYST, ELECTRODE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL, STACK, AND ELECTROLYZER

Organization Name

kabushiki kaisha toshiba

Inventor(s)

Norihiro Yoshinaga of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)

Yoshitsune Sugano of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)

Taishi Fukazawa of Chofu Tokyo (JP)

Yasuharu Hosono of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)

LAMINATED CATALYST, ELECTRODE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL, STACK, AND ELECTROLYZER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240093391 titled 'LAMINATED CATALYST, ELECTRODE, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY, ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL, STACK, AND ELECTROLYZER

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a laminated catalyst with an oxide layer, a first catalyst layer, and a second catalyst layer. The oxide layer contains non-noble metals, while the first and second catalyst layers contain noble metals such as iridium and/or ruthenium. The first catalyst layer is denser than the second catalyst layer.

  • The laminated catalyst includes an oxide layer with non-noble metals.
  • The first and second catalyst layers contain noble metals like iridium and/or ruthenium.
  • The first catalyst layer is denser than the second catalyst layer.

Potential Applications

The technology could be used in:

  • Catalytic converters
  • Fuel cells
  • Chemical production processes

Problems Solved

  • Improved catalytic activity
  • Enhanced durability
  • Better efficiency in chemical reactions

Benefits

  • Higher performance
  • Longer lifespan
  • Reduced environmental impact

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing Catalyst Performance in:

  • Automotive industry
  • Energy production
  • Chemical manufacturing

Possible Prior Art

Prior art may include:

  • Laminated catalysts with different compositions
  • Catalyst layers with noble metals

Unanswered Questions

How does the density difference between the first and second catalyst layers affect the overall performance of the laminated catalyst?

The density difference could impact the diffusion of reactants and products within the catalyst layers, influencing the efficiency of catalytic reactions.

What specific non-noble metals are commonly used in oxide layers of laminated catalysts?

Common non-noble metals used in oxide layers include manganese, nickel, and cobalt, among others.


Original Abstract Submitted

a laminated catalyst according to an embodiment includes an oxide layer, a first catalyst layer on the oxide layer and a second catalyst layer on the first catalyst layer. the oxide layer is a layer of oxide including one or more non-noble metals as a main component. the first catalyst layer includes an oxide of noble metal including ir and/or ru as a main component. the second catalyst layer includes an oxide of noble metal including ir and/or ru as a main component. the first catalyst layer is denser than the second catalyst layer.