Electrolysis: processes – compositions used therein – and methods – Electrolytic material treatment – Metal or metal alloy
Reexamination Certificate
2009-11-25
2011-11-01
Bell, Bruce (Department: 1759)
Electrolysis: processes, compositions used therein, and methods
Electrolytic material treatment
Metal or metal alloy
C205S735000, C205S738000, C205S739000, C205S740000, C204S196100, C204S196370, C204S196380
Reexamination Certificate
active
08048288
ABSTRACT:
Techniques are generally described herein for protecting food or beverage containers (e.g., cans) using impressed current protection. In various embodiments, containers may be received into at least one conductive bed, each bed having a complementary anode. The containers may then be electrically coupled to a first terminal (e.g., negative) of a power supply, and the anode may be electrically coupled to a second terminal (e.g., positive) of the power supply. Resultantly, protective current may be provided to the containers by the anode. Other embodiments may be disclosed and claimed.
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Bell Bruce
Empire Technology Development LLC
Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt P.C.
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