Hyundai motor company (20240204215). FUEL CELL STACK simplified abstract
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FUEL CELL STACK
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Jeong Hee Park of Suwon-si (KR)
FUEL CELL STACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240204215 titled 'FUEL CELL STACK
The present disclosure pertains to a fuel cell stack with a membrane electrode assembly (MEA), a first separator with a reaction channel for reactant gas flow and a cooling channel for cooling gas flow, and inclined guide holes connecting the two channels.
- The fuel cell stack includes a unique design with inclined guide holes that improve performance and operational efficiency.
- The first separator has a reaction channel for reactant gas flow and a cooling channel for cooling gas flow.
- Inclined guide holes are formed through the first separator, connecting the cooling channel and the reaction channel.
- The inclined guide holes are inclined with respect to the thickness direction of the first separator.
- This design allows for better control of gas flow within the fuel cell stack.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in various fuel cell systems, including automotive, stationary power generation, and portable electronics.
Problems Solved: The design of the fuel cell stack addresses issues related to gas flow control, performance, and operational efficiency.
Benefits: Improved performance, enhanced operational efficiency, better gas flow control, and overall optimization of fuel cell stack operation.
Commercial Applications: This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry for electric vehicles, in power generation systems, and in portable electronic devices.
Questions about Fuel Cell Stack with Inclined Guide Holes: 1. How does the design of the inclined guide holes improve the performance of the fuel cell stack?
- The inclined guide holes enhance gas flow control and optimize the operation of the fuel cell stack.
2. What are the potential applications of this technology in the automotive industry?
- This technology can be used in electric vehicles to improve fuel cell performance and efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
an embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a fuel cell stack including a membrane electrode assembly (mea), a first separator stacked on the mea and including a reaction channel disposed on one surface of the first separator facing the mea and configured to allow a reactant gas to flow therethrough, and a cooling channel disposed on the other surface of the first separator and configured to allow a cooling gas to flow therethrough, and inclined guide holes formed through the first separator and inclined with respect to a thickness direction of the first separator, the inclined guide holes each having one end communicating with the cooling channel, and the other end communicating with the reaction channel, thereby obtaining an advantageous effect of improving performance and operational efficiency.
