Patent ID: 6291091
Filing Date: 2001-09-18
Classification: B01D,C25B,H01M,Y02E,Y02P

Abstract:
A continuous method for manufacturing a continuous multi-layer laminated assembly for an electrochemical cell, said laminated assembly comprising:first and second pre-formed electrode layers;an electrolyte loayer interposed between said first and second electrode layers, wherein said electrolyte layer comprises an electrolyte or an electrolyte precursor;a first catalyst layer interposed between said first electrode layer and a first major surface of said electrolyte layer; anda second catalyst layer interposed between said second electrode layer and a second major surface of said electrolyte layer;said method comprising the steps of:(a) forming at least one of said electrolyte or catalyst layers in situ; and(b) using said at least one in situ formed layer as a laminating medium to bond two adjacent pre-formed layers of said laminated assembly.