18177365. ION FILTER simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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ION FILTER
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kyeong Jun Baek of Seongnam-si (KR)
Sun Ae Park of Seongnam-si (KR)
Hun Woo Park of Namyangju-si (KR)
Hyung Geun Cho of Haeundae-gu (KR)
Young Sang Cho of Yongin-si (KR)
Sang Pil Byun of Hwaseong-si (KR)
ION FILTER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18177365 titled 'ION FILTER
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an ion filter for circulating coolant in a fuel cell stack of a fuel cell vehicle, which includes a housing, a filter element, a valve assembly, and a gate member.
- The housing has an inlet for introducing fluid and an outlet for discharging fluid.
- The filter element is inside the housing to filter the fluid.
- The valve assembly on the inlet controls the flow of fluid into the housing.
- The gate member in the housing adjusts the operation of the valve assembly.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in fuel cell vehicles to improve the efficiency and performance of the fuel cell stack by filtering ions from the circulating coolant.
Problems Solved
1. Contaminants in the coolant can negatively impact the fuel cell stack's performance. 2. Unfiltered ions can cause corrosion and damage to the fuel cell components.
Benefits
1. Enhanced efficiency and longevity of the fuel cell stack. 2. Improved reliability and reduced maintenance costs. 3. Better overall performance of the fuel cell vehicle.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Fuel Cell Stack Performance with Ion Filter Technology"
Possible Prior Art
There may be existing patents or technologies related to filtering systems in fuel cell vehicles, but specific prior art is not provided in this abstract.
What is the expected lifespan of the filter element in this technology?
The expected lifespan of the filter element will depend on various factors such as the quality of the filter material, the level of contaminants in the coolant, and the operating conditions of the fuel cell stack. Regular maintenance and replacement of the filter element may be necessary to ensure optimal performance.
How does the valve assembly adjust the flow of fluid in response to different operating conditions?
The valve assembly is designed to respond to changes in pressure, temperature, or other parameters within the coolant system of the fuel cell stack. It may be electronically controlled or operate based on mechanical principles to regulate the flow of fluid accordingly.
Original Abstract Submitted
An ion filter for circulating coolant in a fuel cell stack of a fuel cell vehicle includes a housing including an inlet configured so that a fluid is introduced and an outlet configured so that the fluid is discharged, a filter element accommodated in the housing to filter the fluid, a valve assembly provided on the inlet and configured to operate the flow of the fluid introduced into the housing through the inlet to be allowed or blocked, and a gate member provided in the housing and configured to adjust an operation of the valve assembly.
