Nickel-iron Accumulator (Noun)
Meaning
A storage battery having a nickel oxide cathode and an iron anode with an electrolyte of potassium hydroxide; each cell gives about 1.2 volts.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The inventor developed a nickel-iron accumulator that provided a reliable source of power for his early electric vehicles.
- The nickel-iron accumulator was widely used in the early 20th century for traction and stationary applications.
- The alkaline electrolyte in a nickel-iron accumulator ensures that the battery has a long lifespan and requires minimal maintenance.
- In the late 19th century, the nickel-iron accumulator revolutionized the field of electrical engineering by providing a more efficient and reliable alternative to lead-acid batteries.
- A nickel-iron accumulator consisted of a nickel oxide cathode and an iron anode immersed in a potassium hydroxide solution, producing a consistent 1.2 volts per cell.