Hybrid material anode current collector for alkaline batteries

An electrochemical cell comprising:

• a container,
• a ring-shaped cathode disposed within the container, wherein the ring-shaped cathode defines an open interior;
• an anode disposed within the open interior of the ring-shaped cathode;
• a separator disposed between the ring-shaped cathode and the anode;
• an electrolyte solution;
• and
• a current collector electrically connected with a portion of the container, wherein the current collector is positioned at least partially within the anode, and wherein the current collector comprises:
• a base comprising a first material and fixedly attached to the portion of the container, wherein the base defines at least a portion of an exterior surface of the current collector;
• and
• a zinc component comprising a second material, wherein the zinc component is fixedly attached to the base and is in contact with the anode.