18249599. BIPOLAR PLATE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract (Robert Bosch GmbH)
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BIPOLAR PLATE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
Manuel Schneiter of Boeblingen (DE)
BIPOLAR PLATE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18249599 titled 'BIPOLAR PLATE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The invention is a bipolar plate for a fuel cell system. The plate has a channel structure for an oxygen-containing reactant on one side.
- The invention is a bipolar plate for a fuel cell system.
- The plate has a channel structure for an oxygen-containing reactant on one side.
- The plate is designed to improve the efficiency and performance of the fuel cell system.
- The channel structure allows for better distribution of the oxygen-containing reactant, leading to more efficient reactions.
- The bipolar plate is an important component of a fuel cell system, as it separates the anode and cathode and allows for the flow of reactants.
- The invention can be used in various types of fuel cell systems, including hydrogen fuel cells and direct methanol fuel cells.
Potential Applications
- The invention can be used in automotive applications, such as electric vehicles powered by fuel cells.
- It can also be used in stationary power generation systems, providing clean and efficient energy.
- The bipolar plate can be used in portable power devices, such as laptops and smartphones, to provide a long-lasting and environmentally friendly power source.
Problems Solved
- The invention solves the problem of inefficient reactant distribution in fuel cell systems.
- It improves the overall efficiency and performance of fuel cell systems by ensuring a more uniform distribution of the oxygen-containing reactant.
- The bipolar plate design addresses the challenges of reactant flow and separation in fuel cell systems.
Benefits
- The invention improves the efficiency and performance of fuel cell systems, leading to increased power output.
- It allows for a more compact and lightweight design of fuel cell systems, making them suitable for various applications.
- The improved reactant distribution leads to better fuel utilization and longer operating times for fuel cell systems.
- The use of a bipolar plate with a channel structure enhances the durability and reliability of fuel cell systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
The invention relates to a bipolar plate () for a fuel cell system (), having: a cathode-side plate (), which on a first side () has a first channel structure (K) for an oxygen-containing reactant (O) and