17936291. Fuel Cell Vehicle simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
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Fuel Cell Vehicle
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Fuel Cell Vehicle - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17936291 titled 'Fuel Cell Vehicle
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system that includes a fuel cell, a bus bar, a terminal block, a junction box, and an insulation protection unit. The bus bar is electrically connected to the fuel cell and is made of a conductive material. The terminal block is connected to the opposite end of the bus bar. The junction box contains a chamber that stores a coolant, and a tube allows the coolant to flow from the chamber to the cover of the terminal block. The insulation protection unit surrounds a portion of the bus bar and provides electrical insulation from the fuel cell. The insulation protection unit also has a flow path for the coolant supplied from the cover to flow through.
- The system includes a fuel cell, bus bar, terminal block, junction box, and insulation protection unit.
- The bus bar is electrically connected to the fuel cell and made of a conductive material.
- The terminal block is connected to the opposite end of the bus bar.
- The junction box contains a coolant chamber and a tube for coolant flow to the terminal block cover.
- The insulation protection unit surrounds the bus bar and provides electrical insulation.
- The insulation protection unit has a flow path for coolant supplied from the terminal block cover.
Potential Applications
- This system can be used in various fuel cell applications, such as automotive, stationary power generation, and portable power devices.
- It can be applied in hybrid vehicles, where the fuel cell is used in conjunction with other power sources.
- The system can be utilized in backup power systems for buildings or remote locations.
- It can be integrated into portable power devices like laptops, smartphones, and electric tools.
Problems Solved
- The insulation protection unit solves the problem of electrical insulation between the bus bar and the fuel cell, preventing short circuits and electrical damage.
- The coolant flow path ensures efficient cooling of the system, preventing overheating and improving performance.
- The junction box and terminal block design allow for easy and secure electrical connections.
Benefits
- The system provides improved safety by insulating the bus bar from the fuel cell, reducing the risk of electrical accidents.
- Efficient cooling through the coolant flow path enhances the overall performance and longevity of the fuel cell system.
- The design allows for easy installation and maintenance, ensuring convenience for users.
- The system can be applied in various fuel cell applications, providing versatility and adaptability.
Original Abstract Submitted
In an embodiment a system includes a fuel cell, a bus bar having one end portion configured to be electrically connected to the fuel cell, the bus bar being electrically conductive, a terminal block configured to be electrically connected to an opposite end portion of the bus bar, a junction box including a chamber storing a coolant and a tube forming a path to allow the coolant to flow from the chamber to a cover of the terminal block and an insulation protection unit disposed to surround at least a portion of the bus bar to electrically insulate the bus bar from the fuel cell, the insulation protection unit having a flow path to allow the coolant supplied from the cover to flow therethrough.
