Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to processes for the reduction of transition metals using alkali metals to produce reduced transition metals.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 13, 2022
Date of Patent:
October 1, 2024
Assignee:
Helios Project Ltd.
Inventors:
Jonathan Hausner, Jonathan Geifman, Linoam Eliad, Yossi Gofer, Baruch Hirsh, Oran Lori
Abstract: It is the object of the present invention to present a cell for extracting oxygen from lunar regolith via Molten Oxide Electrolysis, comprising (i) a cathode, (ii) an anode and (iii) a crucible, wherein the anode is characterized as at least partially liquid. The anode may be constructed from palladium, lead, silver, gold, platinum tantalum, or from a mixture.