Patents Examined by Skapars, Anthony S.
  • Buoyant metal/air battery
    Patent number: 4184009
    Abstract: The invention disclosed is a floating metal/air battery wherein the anode is immersed in an electrolyte, and the cathode is exposed to the atmosphere. An electro-conductive path between the anode and cathode is achieved by a wick means in contact with the electrolyte. Embodiments are described for use in sea-water and in fresh water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 1978
    Date of Patent: January 15, 1980
    Assignee: Her Majesty the Queen in right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence
    Inventor: William A. Armstrong