18635077. COMPRESSION APPARATUS simplified abstract (Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.)

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COMPRESSION APPARATUS

Organization Name

Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

OSAMU Sakai of Osaka (JP)

TAKASHI Kakuwa of Osaka (JP)

TAKAYUKI Nakaue of Osaka (JP)

COMPRESSION APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18635077 titled 'COMPRESSION APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation: The compression apparatus described in the patent application utilizes an electrolyte membrane, an anode, a cathode, and a voltage applicator to produce compressed hydrogen by moving protons from the anode to the cathode through the membrane.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Utilizes an electrolyte membrane, anode, cathode, and voltage applicator to compress hydrogen.
  • Protons extracted from anode fluid move to the cathode through the membrane.
  • Includes a face seal and elastic material for sealing and support.

Potential Applications: The technology could be used in hydrogen compression systems for various industries such as fuel cells, energy storage, and transportation.

Problems Solved: Addresses the need for efficient and reliable hydrogen compression methods for various applications.

Benefits:

  • Produces compressed hydrogen effectively.
  • Offers a compact and reliable compression solution.
  • Enables the use of hydrogen in different industries.

Commercial Applications: Hydrogen compression systems using this technology could be implemented in fuel cell vehicles, energy storage facilities, and industrial processes, potentially revolutionizing the hydrogen economy.

Prior Art: Readers interested in prior art related to this technology could explore patents and research papers on hydrogen compression systems, electrolyte membranes, and fuel cell technologies.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in hydrogen compression technology, fuel cell research, and electrolyte membrane developments to enhance the efficiency and applications of this technology.

Questions about Hydrogen Compression Technology: 1. What are the key components of a hydrogen compression apparatus?

  - The key components include an electrolyte membrane, anode, cathode, and voltage applicator.

2. How does the compression apparatus produce compressed hydrogen?

  - The apparatus moves protons from the anode to the cathode through the membrane, resulting in compressed hydrogen.


Original Abstract Submitted

A compression apparatus includes an electrolyte membrane, an anode disposed on a principal surface of the electrolyte membrane, a cathode disposed on another principal surface of the electrolyte membrane, and a voltage applicator that applies a voltage between the anode and the cathode. Upon the voltage applicator applying a voltage between the anode and the cathode, the compression apparatus causes protons extracted from an anode fluid fed to the anode to move to the cathode through the electrolyte membrane and produces compressed hydrogen. The compression apparatus includes a face seal disposed on an outer periphery of the anode and an elastic material interposed between the anode and the face seal.