摘要 |
An electric storage battery is provided wherein the electrolyte is transferred under pressure of an inert gas to a reservoir for containment during periods of non-use of the battery. The inert gas also serves to blanket the battery electrodes during such non-use periods, preventing oxidation while not exposed to electrolyte. Thus, there is no discharge of the battery during even prolonged periods of non-use and on return of the electrolyte to the battery cells the battery is in ready condition for use at relatively full charge.
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