Sealing design fabrication methods

Evolutionary improvements and modifications were made to existing TMI materials specifications, fabrication methods, and cell dimensions to accommodate this design. Minor modifications of standard TMI fabrication procedures were sufficient to produce thicker fuel + oxygen electrodes. Larger diameter, thicker seals were made using methods from internally funded programs. Fifty-percent thinner electrolytes were procured and used in some of the trials. 

Quantitative tests for formaldehyde in fabrics There are two types of test for formaldehyde content of fabric. The first type is designed to imitate dry skin contact with the fabric and especially for the release of formaldehyde during storage and transportation in closed containers. During the test the fabric sample is held above water in a sealed jar. Free and easily released formaldehyde dissolves in the water dnring the test and can be determined by specific analytical methods. 

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