Patent ID: 7022290
Filing Date: 2006-04-04
Classification: G01N,H01M,Y02E

Abstract:
1. A system for in situ x-ray study of electrode component performance in a rechargeable electrochemical energy storage cell comprising a combination of opposed polarity electrode members and interposed separator member with electrolyte disposed within a hermetic enclosure having an integral x-ray transmissive window member situated to allow incidence therethrough of such radiation upon an electrode member site under study characterized in that the system comprises: a) a body providing a cylinder for receiving therein components of said cell member combination; b) sealing means surrounding the proximal end of said cylinder; c) a base plate providing a radiation access opening situated adjacent said cylinder proximal end and aligned concentrically therewith and within the circumference of said sealing means; d) said window member being situated intermediate said base plate and said sealing means and extending peripherally beyond said sealing means; e) means for removably affixing said base plate to said body and compressing said sealing means against said window to form an hermetic seal therewith; f) adjustable means situated at the distal end of said cylinder for applying compressive force urging said combination of cell components within said cylinder toward contact with said window member; and g) means for hermetically sealing said cylinder distal end.