Document Type
Patent
Publication Date
June 2010
Patent Number
7736791
Abstract
The invention describes a current generating cell device, which uses concentration gradients to create the electric flux. The cell is preferably defined by the use of a porous separator or bi-polar membrane to effect ion separation. In addition, an ion-exchange resin or other conductivity enhancement method may be present in one or both compartments to enhance the ion flow characteristics. In addition, the use of the ion-exchange resin or other conductivity enhancement method may also be used in combination with conventional two-membrane systems.
Application Number
10/904,658
Recommended Citation
Merz, Clifford R., "Dialytic power generator using diffusion gradients" (2010). USF Patents. 495.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/usf_patents/495
Assignees
University of South Florida
Filing Date
11/22/2004
Primary/U.S. Class
429/51
