18218236. SEPARATOR FOR FUEL CELL simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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SEPARATOR FOR FUEL CELL
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Inventor(s)
Jae Hyeon Choi of Incheon (KR)
Kyeong Min Kim of Namyangju-si (KR)
SEPARATOR FOR FUEL CELL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18218236 titled 'SEPARATOR FOR FUEL CELL
The abstract describes a separator for a fuel cell that includes a reaction region, manifold regions for introducing or discharging reactive gas, and diffusion regions to diffuse the gas flow.
- The separator has diffusion ribs that diffuse the gas from the manifolds to the reaction region.
- Thicknesses and gaps of the diffusion ribs vary at ends adjacent to the manifold regions, while they are equal at ends adjacent to the reaction region.
Potential Applications: - Fuel cell technology - Energy storage systems - Automotive industry
Problems Solved: - Efficient diffusion of reactive gas in fuel cells - Improved performance and longevity of fuel cell systems
Benefits: - Enhanced fuel cell efficiency - Increased durability and reliability - Optimal gas flow distribution
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Fuel Cell Separator Technology for Enhanced Energy Storage This technology can be used in various fuel cell applications, including automotive, stationary power generation, and portable electronics. It can improve the overall performance and reliability of fuel cell systems, making them more attractive for commercial use.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to fuel cell separators, gas diffusion technologies, and fuel cell components to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly working on improving fuel cell efficiency, durability, and performance. Stay updated on the latest advancements in fuel cell technology to leverage the benefits of this innovative separator design.
Questions about Fuel Cell Separator Technology: 1. How does the design of diffusion ribs impact the efficiency of gas diffusion in fuel cells? 2. What are the key factors to consider when optimizing the performance of fuel cell separators?
Original Abstract Submitted
A separator for a fuel cell includes a reaction region, manifold regions at opposite sides of the reaction region, each manifold region including manifolds configured to allow introduction or discharge of a reactive gas therethrough, and a diffusion region between the reactive region and each manifold region, to diffuse a flow of the reactive gas. A plurality of diffusion ribs is disposed in the diffusion region, to be spaced apart from one another. The plurality of diffusion ribs diffuses a flow of the reactive gas from the manifolds to the reaction region. At ends of the plurality of diffusion ribs adjacent to each manifold region, thicknesses of the plurality of diffusion ribs and gaps between adjacent ones of the plurality of diffusion ribs are different. At ends of the plurality of diffusion ribs adjacent to the reaction region, thicknesses of the plurality of diffusion ribs and gaps between adjacent ones of the plurality of diffusion ribs are equal.
