Methods of charging lithium sulfur cells

Details Methods of charging lithium sulfur cells Methods of charging lithium sulfur cells

2006-03-28

2006-03-28

Tibbits, Pia (Department: 2838)

Electricity: battery or capacitor charging or discharging

Battery or cell charging

With peak detection of current or voltage

Reexamination Certificate

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07019494

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is a method of charging a lithium-sulfur electrochemical cell wherein the lithium-sulfur cell comprises a cathode comprising an electroactive sulfur-containing material, an anode comprising lithium, and a nonaqueous electrolyte.

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