18257952. FUEL CELL STACK AND PRODUCTION METHOD simplified abstract (Robert Bosch GmbH)

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FUEL CELL STACK AND PRODUCTION METHOD

Organization Name

Robert Bosch GmbH

Inventor(s)

Andreas Ringk of Bamberg (DE)

Anton Ringel of Bamberg (DE)

FUEL CELL STACK AND PRODUCTION METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18257952 titled 'FUEL CELL STACK AND PRODUCTION METHOD

Simplified Explanation

The invention is a fuel cell stack with a coating that acts as a connecting means between the bipolar plate and gas diffusion layer, and is electrically conductive.

  • The fuel cell stack includes at least one bipolar plate, at least one gas diffusion layer, and at least one electrolyte.
  • The coating serves as a connection between the bipolar plate and gas diffusion layer.
  • The coating is electrically conductive.

Potential Applications

  • Automotive industry for electric vehicles.
  • Power generation for stationary applications.
  • Portable electronic devices.

Problems Solved

  • Improved efficiency in energy conversion.
  • Enhanced durability and reliability of fuel cell stack.
  • Simplified manufacturing process.

Benefits

  • Increased energy efficiency.
  • Extended lifespan of fuel cell stack.
  • Cost-effective production process.


Original Abstract Submitted

The invention relates to a fuel cell stack () comprising at least one bipolar plate (), at least one gas diffusion layer () and at least one electrolyte, in particular at least one membrane (), wherein a coating () is arranged as a connecting means between the at least one bipolar plate () and the at least one gas diffusion layer () and the coating () is electrically conductive. The invention further relates to a method for producing the fuel cell stack ().