18408155. FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Shinichiro Minegishi of Toyota-shi (JP)
Shuji Kawamura of Toyota-shi (JP)
Junichi Matsuo of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Junichi Oura of Okazaki-shi (JP)
Sota Kataoka of Toyota-shi (JP)
FUEL CELL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18408155 titled 'FUEL CELL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation:
The fuel cell system described in the patent application includes a sensor and a controller that determines the electric power output. The controller sets a final upper limit electric power based on different criteria, ensuring that the output does not exceed this limit.
- The controller sets a continuous rated electric power as the final upper limit when the time rated electric power is lower than the continuous rated electric power.
- If the time rated electric power is higher than the continuous rated electric power but lower than an instantaneous upper limit electric power, the controller sets the time rated electric power as the final upper limit.
- When the time rated electric power exceeds both the continuous rated electric power and the instantaneous upper limit electric power, the controller sets the instantaneous upper limit electric power as the final upper limit.
- The controller ensures that the output of the boost converter does not exceed the final upper limit electric power.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Sensor and controller system for determining electric power output in a fuel cell system.
- Setting a final upper limit electric power based on continuous rated power, time rated power, and instantaneous upper limit power.
- Control mechanism to prevent the boost converter output from exceeding the final upper limit electric power.
Potential Applications:
The technology can be applied in various fuel cell systems, including automotive, stationary power generation, and portable devices.
Problems Solved:
The system addresses the need for efficient control of electric power output in fuel cell systems to optimize performance and prevent overloading.
Benefits:
- Improved efficiency and performance of fuel cell systems.
- Prevents overloading and potential damage to components.
- Enhanced control and optimization of electric power output.
Commercial Applications:
Title: "Advanced Control System for Fuel Cell Power Output Optimization" This technology has potential commercial applications in the automotive industry for electric vehicles, backup power systems for buildings, and portable electronic devices. The market implications include increased efficiency, reliability, and performance in various applications.
Prior Art:
Readers interested in exploring prior art related to this technology can start by researching patents in the field of fuel cell systems, electric power control, and sensor technology.
Frequently Updated Research:
Researchers are continually exploring advancements in fuel cell technology, electric power control systems, and sensor integration to enhance the performance and efficiency of fuel cell systems.
Questions about Fuel Cell Power Output Optimization:
1. What are the key components of a fuel cell system that contribute to electric power output optimization? 2. How does the controller in the described technology ensure that the electric power output does not exceed the final upper limit set?
Original Abstract Submitted
A fuel cell system includes a sensor. The controller decides a continuous rated electric power. The controller sets a time rated electric power as a final upper limit electric power when the time rated electric power is higher than the continuous rated electric power and is lower than an instantaneous upper limit electric power, and sets the instantaneous upper limit electric power as the final upper limit electric power when the time rated electric power is higher than the continuous rated electric power and is higher than the instantaneous upper limit electric power. When the time rated electric power is lower than the continuous rated electric power, the continuous rated electric power is set as the final upper limit electric power. The controller controls one of the boost converter and an FC such that the output of the boost converter does not exceed the final upper limit electric power.
