18600316. ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL simplified abstract (DENSO CORPORATION)
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ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
JUNICHI Naruse of Kariya-city (JP)
KYOHEI Usami of Kariya-city (JP)
EIICHI Hirose of Kariya-city (JP)
YUKI Fujita of Kariya-city (JP)
ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18600316 titled 'ELECTROCHEMICAL CELL
The abstract describes an electrochemical cell with a working electrode, a counter electrode, and an electrolyte. The working electrode absorbs CO in response to a first voltage and desorbs CO in response to a second voltage.
- Electrochemical cell with working electrode, counter electrode, and electrolyte
- Working electrode absorbs CO with first voltage, desorbs CO with second voltage
- Working electrode made of metal with oxide film on surface in contact with CO
Potential Applications: - Carbon capture and storage - Fuel cells - Environmental monitoring
Problems Solved: - Efficient CO absorption and desorption - Enhanced performance of electrochemical cells
Benefits: - Improved carbon capture technology - Increased efficiency in fuel cells - Reduced environmental impact
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Carbon Capture Technology for Sustainable Energy Solutions This technology can be applied in industries such as energy production, environmental monitoring, and carbon sequestration, offering a more sustainable approach to managing CO emissions.
Prior Art: Researchers can explore prior studies on electrochemical cells, CO absorption, and metal oxide films to understand the background of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in electrochemical cell technology, carbon capture methods, and sustainable energy solutions to enhance the application of this innovation.
Questions about Electrochemical Cell Technology: 1. How does the oxide film on the working electrode enhance CO absorption and desorption? The oxide film on the working electrode improves the surface properties, allowing for better interaction with CO molecules during the absorption and desorption processes.
2. What are the potential challenges in scaling up this technology for industrial applications? Scaling up this technology for industrial use may face challenges related to cost, efficiency, and compatibility with existing systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electrochemical cell includes a working electrode, a counter electrode, and an electrolyte covering the working electrode and the counter electrode. The working electrode and the counter electrode are configured so that electrons are supplied from the counter electrode to the working electrode and the working electrode absorbs COin response to a first voltage applied between the working electrode and the counter electrode, and electrons are supplied from the working electrode to the counter electrode and the COis desorbed from the working electrode in response to a second voltage applied between the working electrode and the counter electrode. The working electrode is made of a metal, and a surface of the working electrode that is to be in contact with the COcontaining gas is covered with an oxide film.
