18349335. SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER simplified abstract (SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd.)
Contents
- 1 SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does this technology compare to existing separator designs in terms of cost-effectiveness?
- 1.11 What are the environmental impacts of using this technology in battery systems?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yoshinori Takagi of Kyota (JP)
SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18349335 titled 'SEPARATOR AND WATER ELECTROLYZER
Simplified Explanation
The present separator is used in a stack structure where a cell and the separator are stacked alternately. The cell has a base layer with an electrolyte membrane, while the separator includes a metal plate and a ring-like seal member arranged on the surface of the metal plate. The metal plate also includes a regulator near the seal member, which contacts the base layer to prevent excessive compression of the seal member in the stacking direction.
- Metal plate with regulator
- Ring-like seal member
- Base layer with electrolyte membrane
- Stack structure with cell and separator stacked alternately
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in various battery systems, fuel cells, and other energy storage devices where separators are used to prevent short circuits and improve overall performance.
Problems Solved
1. Excessive compression of the seal member in stack structures 2. Ensuring proper contact between the regulator and the base layer
Benefits
1. Improved safety and reliability of stack structures 2. Enhanced performance and longevity of battery systems 3. Simplified manufacturing processes
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing battery systems for electric vehicles Improving energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar separator designs used in stack structures for various energy storage applications. Research into existing patents and publications in the field may reveal relevant prior art.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing separator designs in terms of cost-effectiveness?
The article does not provide information on the cost implications of implementing this technology compared to other separator designs.
What are the environmental impacts of using this technology in battery systems?
The environmental sustainability of the materials used in this technology and their disposal at the end of the battery's life cycle is not addressed in the article.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present separator is used in a stack structure in which a cell and the separator are stacked alternately. The cell has a base layer including an electrolyte membrane. The separator includes a metal plate and a ring-like seal member. The seal member is arranged on a surface of the metal plate. The metal plate includes a regulator. The regulator is provided near the seal member and contacts the base layer. As a result, it becomes possible to reduce a likelihood that the seal member will be compressed excessively in a stacking direction in the stack structure.
