Metal-air battery with a reactant air pathway

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1997-04-18

1999-03-30

Maples, John S.

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

With pressure equalizing means for liquid immersion operation

429 34, H01M 1206, H01M 804

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058886648

ABSTRACT:
A metal-air battery pack is disclosed for external assembly to a portable electronic device with a battery compartment. The battery pack electrically connects to the electronic device through an existing connector of the device that is located in the battery compartment of the device. Another aspect of the present invention provides a palm rest as part of a battery for a portable computing device. Another aspect of the invention provides a network of barriers defining an air pathway through a cathode air plenum to efficiently direct air to the air cathodes of the cells of the battery.

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