Panasonic intellectual property management co., ltd. (20240318668). COMPRESSOR simplified abstract
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COMPRESSOR
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panasonic intellectual property management co., ltd.
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COMPRESSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240318668 titled 'COMPRESSOR
The abstract describes a compressor that utilizes a stack of electrochemical cells to produce compressed hydrogen by moving hydrogen from a hydrogen-containing gas fed to the anode to the cathode through the application of a voltage. The compressor includes an end plate with channels for a heating medium to flow through, as well as an external channel for the heating medium connected to the stack.
- The compressor includes a stack of electrochemical cells with an anode, cathode, and electrolyte membrane.
- A voltage applicator is used to apply a voltage between the anode and cathode to produce compressed hydrogen.
- The end plate has channels for a heating medium to flow through, connected to the stack for efficient heat transfer.
- The channels in the end plate and stack are designed to optimize the compression process and ensure effective operation.
- An external channel for the heating medium is connected to the stack for additional heat management.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in hydrogen fuel cell vehicles to provide a compact and efficient compressor for hydrogen storage. - It may also find applications in industrial processes requiring compressed hydrogen for various operations.
Problems Solved: - Provides a compact and efficient solution for compressing hydrogen gas. - Ensures effective heat management within the compressor for optimal performance.
Benefits: - Compact design for easy integration into existing systems. - Efficient compression process for reliable hydrogen storage. - Effective heat management for consistent operation.
Commercial Applications: "Hydrogen Compressor for Fuel Cell Vehicles: Revolutionizing Hydrogen Storage and Compression"
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the design of the channels in the end plate and stack contribute to the efficiency of the compression process? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this compressor technology in hydrogen fuel cell applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
a compressor includes a stack of electrochemical cells each including an anode, a cathode, and an electrolyte membrane sandwiched therebetween, an end plate at an end in a stacking direction of the stack, and a voltage applicator that applies a voltage between the anode and the cathode, wherein, the compressor causes, by using the voltage applicator to apply the voltage, hydrogen in a hydrogen-containing gas fed to the anode to move to the cathode and produces compressed hydrogen, the end plate has a first channel through which a heating medium flows, the stack has a second channel extending therethrough and connected to the first channel, the first channel has a smaller cross-sectional area than the second channel and includes an annular channel and a transverse passage extending across the annular channel, and an external channel disposed outside the stack and through which the heating medium flows is connected to the transverse passage.
