18346510. FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 FUEL CELL SYSTEM
FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hiroyuki Suganuma of Aichi-gun (JP)
FUEL CELL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18346510 titled 'FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
A fuel cell system described in the patent application includes a first fuel supplier of an external valve opening type, a second fuel supplier of an inner valve opening type, and a fuel gas supply pressure sensor. The system operates the fuel cell using the first fuel supplier when the fuel gas supply pressure is excessive, and uses both the first and second fuel suppliers when the pressure is normal.
- The fuel cell system has a first fuel supplier with an external valve opening type.
- It also includes a second fuel supplier with an inner valve opening type.
- A fuel gas supply pressure sensor is part of the system.
- The system switches between the first and second fuel suppliers based on the fuel gas supply pressure.
- When the pressure is excessive, the fuel cell operates using only the first fuel supplier.
- When the pressure is normal, the fuel cell operates using both the first and second fuel suppliers in combination.
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in:
- Automotive industry for fuel cell vehicles
- Portable electronic devices powered by fuel cells
- Backup power systems for buildings
Problems Solved
The technology addresses the following issues:
- Regulating fuel gas supply pressure in fuel cell systems
- Ensuring efficient operation of fuel cells under varying pressure conditions
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved reliability of fuel cell systems
- Optimal performance under different pressure scenarios
- Enhanced efficiency in fuel cell operation
Potential Commercial Applications
- "Fuel Cell System for Automotive Applications" - Optimizing fuel cell operation in vehicles
Unanswered Questions
How does the system detect excessive fuel gas supply pressure?
The patent abstract does not provide details on the specific method used to detect excessive pressure.
Are there any limitations to the use of the first and second fuel suppliers in combination?
The abstract does not mention any potential limitations or drawbacks of using both fuel suppliers simultaneously.
Original Abstract Submitted
A fuel cell system includes, in the fuel gas system, a first fuel supplier of an external valve opening type, an inner valve opening type second fuel supplier, and a fuel gas supply pressure sensor, and when the fuel gas supply pressure is excessive, the fuel cell is operated by the first fuel supplier, and when the fuel gas supply pressure is normal, the fuel cell is operated by using the first fuel supplier and the second fuel supplier in combination.
