Electrochemical Heaters Utilizing Aluminum Alloy and Magnesium Anodes
Abstract
A short-circuited electrochemical cell made with a saline electrolyte, an aluminum alloy or magnesium anode, and a manganese dioxide cathode may be used as a rather efficient short-term portable heater. The use of a magnesium anode provides somewhat higher heat content but results in the production of considerable hydrogen gas. Certain aluminum-zinc alloys are almost as energetic as magnesium and produce little hydrogen.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA097861
Entities
People
- P. Bramhall
- S. Gilman
Organizations
- United States Army Communications-Electronics Command