Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus – product – and – Having living matter – e.g. – microorganism – etc.
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-12
2011-07-12
Yuan, Dah-Wei D (Department: 1727)
Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and
Having living matter, e.g., microorganism, etc.
C429S400000, C429S535000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07976968
ABSTRACT:
A microbial fuel cell includes a bio-compatible body having a micro-pillar structure defining an anode compartment adapted to contain a catalyst that metabolizes glucose to generate electrons and protons. A nano-porous membrane prevents loss of the catalyst from the anode compartment, while providing fluid access for ingress of glucose fuel and egress of waste.
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Sweet Power Inc.
Yuan Dah-Wei D
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