17880078. FUEL CELL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)

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FUEL CELL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Organization Name

Hyundai Motor Company

Inventor(s)

Ga Jeon Chon of Seoul (KR)

FUEL CELL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17880078 titled 'FUEL CELL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Simplified Explanation

The disclosed patent application is about a fuel cell system and a method for controlling it in a constant current operation mode. The system aims to prevent the local flooding of the fuel cell stack by controlling different units based on the target output current. Here are the key points:

  • The patent application describes a fuel cell system and a method for controlling it.
  • The system operates in a constant current mode, where the output current of the fuel cell stack remains constant.
  • The system controls various units such as the hydrogen supply unit, air supply unit, and hydrogen recirculation unit.
  • The control of these units is based on the size of the target output current.
  • The goal is to prevent the local flooding of the fuel cell stack during constant current operation.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Fuel cell systems for various applications such as transportation, stationary power generation, and portable devices.
  • Any application where a constant current operation mode is required for fuel cell systems.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Local flooding of the fuel cell stack during constant current operation can lead to reduced performance and efficiency.
  • Controlling the different units based on the target output current helps prevent this flooding issue.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved performance and efficiency of fuel cell systems during constant current operation.
  • Enhanced durability and lifespan of the fuel cell stack.
  • Better control and management of the fuel cell system based on the desired output current.


Original Abstract Submitted

Disclosed is a fuel cell system and a method for controlling the same which in a constant current operation mode in which an output current of a fuel cell stack is constant, controls a hydrogen supply unit, an air supply unit, or a hydrogen recirculation unit differently depending on the size of a target output current to prevent the local flooding of the fuel cell stack in the constant current operation mode.