17815262. Full Cell Power Control System and Method simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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Full Cell Power Control System and Method
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Byung Jun Sung of Anyang-si (KR)
Sang Pil Jang of Anyang-si (KR)
Full Cell Power Control System and Method - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17815262 titled 'Full Cell Power Control System and Method
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a fuel cell power control system that includes a fuel cell, a load unit, a DC/DC converter, a battery, and a controller. The system converts electric power between the fuel cell and the load unit, and monitors the voltage of the load unit, battery, or the high side of the DC/DC converter to control the electric power input/output.
- The fuel cell generates electric power.
- The load unit is connected to the fuel cell.
- A DC/DC converter converts electric power between the fuel cell and the load unit.
- A battery is connected in parallel to the load unit.
- A controller monitors the voltage of the load unit, battery, or the high side of the DC/DC converter.
- The controller controls the electric power input to the load unit or output from the load unit based on the monitored voltage.
Potential Applications
- Electric vehicles: The fuel cell power control system can be used in electric vehicles to efficiently manage the power flow between the fuel cell, load unit, and battery.
- Renewable energy systems: The system can be applied in renewable energy systems, such as solar or wind power, to optimize power conversion and storage.
- Backup power systems: The system can be utilized in backup power systems to ensure a stable power supply during outages or emergencies.
Problems Solved
- Efficient power conversion: The system solves the problem of efficiently converting electric power between the fuel cell and the load unit, ensuring optimal utilization of the generated power.
- Voltage control: The system addresses the need for monitoring and controlling the voltage of the load unit, battery, or the high side of the DC/DC converter to maintain stable power output.
Benefits
- Improved energy efficiency: The system enables efficient power conversion, reducing energy waste and maximizing the utilization of the fuel cell's electric power.
- Enhanced power stability: By monitoring and controlling the voltage, the system ensures a stable power output, preventing voltage fluctuations and potential damage to connected devices.
- Increased reliability: The inclusion of a battery in parallel to the load unit provides backup power and improves the reliability of the system in case of fuel cell failure or power fluctuations.
Original Abstract Submitted
Proposed is a fuel cell power control system. A fuel cell generates electric power. A load unit is electrically connected to the fuel cell. A DC/DC converter is disposed between the fuel cell and the load unit to convert the electric power between a low side of the DC/DC converter electrically connected to the fuel cell and a high side of the DC/DC converter electrically connected to the load unit. A battery is electrically connected to the high side of the DC/DC converter to be parallel to the load unit. A controller monitors a voltage of the load unit, the battery, or the high side of the DC/DC converter, and controls the electric power input to the load unit or output from the load unit in accordance with the monitored voltage.
