17983020. FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract (LG Electronics Inc.)
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FUEL CELL SYSTEM
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FUEL CELL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17983020 titled 'FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a fuel cell system that includes various components such as a stack, fuel processing apparatus, water supply tank, heat recovery tank, heat exchanger, and heat supply valve. The system generates power through an electrochemical reaction and utilizes reforming gas and air.
- The fuel cell system generates power through an electrochemical reaction of reforming gas and air.
- A fuel processing apparatus is used to generate the reforming gas supplied to the stack.
- A water supply tank is included to store water.
- A heat recovery tank is used to store hot water.
- A heat exchanger is placed in the fuel processing apparatus to exchange heat between cooling water and exhaust gas discharged from the fuel processing apparatus.
- A heat supply valve is responsible for supplying the cooling water to either the water supply tank or the heat recovery tank to heat the stored water.
Potential Applications
- This fuel cell system can be used in various applications that require power generation, such as vehicles, residential buildings, or industrial settings.
- It can be particularly useful in remote areas or off-grid locations where a reliable power source is needed.
Problems Solved
- The fuel cell system solves the problem of power generation by utilizing an electrochemical reaction, which is a clean and efficient process.
- It addresses the need for a fuel processing apparatus to generate the reforming gas required for the system.
- The inclusion of a heat recovery tank and heat exchanger helps in efficient heat management and utilization.
Benefits
- The fuel cell system offers a clean and environmentally friendly power generation solution.
- It provides a reliable and efficient source of power for various applications.
- The heat recovery tank and heat exchanger contribute to energy efficiency and waste heat utilization.
Original Abstract Submitted
A fuel cell system may include: a stack for generating power through an electrochemical reaction of reforming gas and air; a fuel processing apparatus for generating the reforming gas supplied to the stack; a water supply tank for storing the water; a heat recovery tank for storing hot water; a first heat exchanger disposed in the fuel processing apparatus, and exchanging heat between cooling water and exhaust gas discharged from the fuel processing apparatus; and a heat supply valve for supplying the cooling water to the water supply tank or the heat recovery tank so as to heat the water stored in the water supply tank or the hot water stored in the heat recovery tank.
