Study of Methods for Converting Latent Heat Energy Directly into Electrical Energy
Abstract
An investigation of the possible methods of converting latent heat energy directly into electrical energy has been made. A "fuel cell" deriving its energy from the heat combustion of hydrogen and oxygen was studied in some detail. Employing a newly developed electrode and operating the cell at moderate pressures and temperatures, a maintained output of about 50 milliamperes per square centimeter of electrode area has been obtained. The terminal potential of the cell under such a load approximates 0.75 volts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 24, 1936
- Accession Number
- AD1152264
Entities
People
- Ross Gunn
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory