METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LONG-TERM, CONTINUOUS ENERGY PRODUCTION

摘要

Method and apparatus for continuous operation of an energy generating electrical cell disposed in a hermetic chamber. The method comprises an embodiment wherein a getter is used to maintain a gas atmosphere clean of oxygen and water vapor while not forming a hydride. The getter function may be provided by an anode (540) or apparatus which is separate from the anode. The getter is maintained and operated at a temperature at which oxygen and water vapor is absorbed and at which no hydrides are formed within the getter.