17937162. Fuel Cell simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
Contents
Fuel Cell
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Tae Geun Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Min Woo Lee of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Fuel Cell - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17937162 titled 'Fuel Cell
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a fuel cell design that includes a cell stack, end plates, an enclosure, and gaskets. One of the gaskets has a protruding portion while the other has a depressed portion to fit together.
- Fuel cell design with a cell stack and end plates
- Enclosure surrounding the cell stack divided into segments
- Plate gasket and enclosure gasket used for sealing
- One gasket has a protruding portion while the other has a depressed portion
- The protruding portion fits into the depressed portion for a secure fit
Potential Applications
- Fuel cell technology for various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and power generation
- Can be used in portable devices and backup power systems
Problems Solved
- Provides a secure and efficient sealing mechanism for fuel cells
- Helps prevent leaks and maintain proper functioning of the fuel cell system
Benefits
- Simplified design for easier assembly and maintenance
- Improved sealing performance for enhanced fuel cell efficiency
- Reduces the risk of leaks and potential damage to the fuel cell system
Original Abstract Submitted
In an embodiment a fuel cell includes a cell stack having a plurality of unit cells stacked in a first direction, an end plate disposed on at least one of both side ends of the cell stack, an enclosure coupled to the end plate to surround a side portion of the cell stack, the enclosure being divided into a plurality of segments, a plate gasket disposed on the end plate and an enclosure gasket disposed between the plurality of segments, wherein one of the plate gasket and the enclosure gasket comprises a protruding portion protruding in the first direction, and a remaining one of the plate gasket and the enclosure gasket comprises a depressed portion depressed in the first direction to receive the protruding portion fitted thereinto.
