Hyundai motor company (20240120512). FUEL CELL START CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract

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FUEL CELL START CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

Organization Name

hyundai motor company

Inventor(s)

Jae Gwang Lee of Seoul (KR)

Won Sik Jeong of Pyeongtaek-si (KR)

FUEL CELL START CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240120512 titled 'FUEL CELL START CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR

Simplified Explanation

The fuel cell start control system described in the patent application manages the start of fuel cell stacks in a power generation system. The system includes fuel cell stacks, a power storage device, a bidirectional converter, and a controller. The controller is responsible for initiating the start of a fuel cell stack based on specific conditions and requests, as well as managing the power flow between the fuel cell stacks and the power storage device.

  • Fuel cell stacks generate power by receiving air and fuel
  • Power storage device is connected to a bidirectional converter for charging and supplying power
  • Controller controls the start of fuel cell stacks based on start conditions and power generation or storage levels

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various power generation systems, including backup power systems, electric vehicles, and portable power sources.

Problems Solved

1. Efficient management of fuel cell stack starts 2. Optimal utilization of generated power and stored power

Benefits

1. Improved reliability and efficiency in power generation systems 2. Enhanced control over power distribution and utilization

Potential Commercial Applications

"Fuel Cell Start Control System: Optimizing Power Generation and Storage"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to fuel cell start control systems in the field of power generation and management. Researching existing patents and publications in this area can provide more insights into the development of similar technologies.

Unanswered Questions

How does the controller determine the start conditions for each fuel cell stack?

The patent application mentions start conditions for initiating fuel cell stacks but does not provide specific details on how these conditions are determined by the controller.

What is the impact of this technology on overall system efficiency and performance?

While the benefits of the technology are highlighted, the specific impact on system efficiency and performance metrics is not discussed in detail.


Original Abstract Submitted

the fuel cell start control system includes a plurality of fuel cell stacks configured to generate power by receiving air and fuel, a power storage device connected to a bidirectional converter and configured to be charged by generated power of a respective fuel cell stack or configured to supply power, and includes a controller configured to control a start of a fuel cell stack among the plurality of fuel cell stacks which satisfies a start condition based on a fuel cell stack starting request, the controller configured to control a start of at least one fuel cell stack based on generated power of the fuel cell stack or charged power of at least one power storage device.