Robert bosch gmbh (20240243306). CONVEYING DEVICE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING AND/OR RECIRCULATING A GASEOUS MEDIUM, IN PARTICULAR HYDROGEN simplified abstract
CONVEYING DEVICE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING AND/OR RECIRCULATING A GASEOUS MEDIUM, IN PARTICULAR HYDROGEN
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Inventor(s)
Benedikt Leibssle of Stuttgart (DE)
Jochen Wessner of Esslingen (DE)
CONVEYING DEVICE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING AND/OR RECIRCULATING A GASEOUS MEDIUM, IN PARTICULAR HYDROGEN - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240243306 titled 'CONVEYING DEVICE FOR A FUEL CELL SYSTEM FOR CONVEYING AND/OR RECIRCULATING A GASEOUS MEDIUM, IN PARTICULAR HYDROGEN
The invention pertains to a conveying device for a fuel cell system used to convey and/or recirculate a gaseous medium, particularly hydrogen. The device includes a side channel compressor, driven at least partially by a metering valve with a propulsion jet of pressurized gaseous medium. The pressurized gaseous medium is fed to the side channel compressor indirectly through the metering valve.
- Side channel compressor driven by a metering valve with a propulsion jet of pressurized gaseous medium
- Compressor chamber with at least one circumferential side channel
- Impeller located in the housing, rotatable about the axis of rotation, and driven by the drive
- Gas inlet opening and gas outlet opening on the housing, fluidically connected via the compressor chamber
Potential Applications: - Fuel cell systems - Hydrogen storage and transportation systems - Industrial gas processing
Problems Solved: - Efficient conveying and recirculation of gaseous medium - Precise control of pressurized gaseous medium flow
Benefits: - Improved fuel cell system performance - Enhanced energy efficiency - Reduced environmental impact
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Conveying Device for Fuel Cell Systems" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and energy production for improved fuel cell system operation and efficiency.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to side channel compressors, metering valves, and fuel cell systems to gain a deeper understanding of the technological advancements in this field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest developments in fuel cell technology, hydrogen storage, and gas processing to enhance the application of this conveying device in various industries.
Questions about Fuel Cell Conveying Device: 1. How does the side channel compressor improve the efficiency of fuel cell systems? The side channel compressor enhances the performance of fuel cell systems by efficiently conveying and recirculating the gaseous medium, particularly hydrogen, which is crucial for optimal operation.
2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using this advanced conveying device in fuel cell systems? By improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions, this technology can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
Original Abstract Submitted
the invention relates to a conveying device () for a fuel cell system () for conveying and/or recirculating a gaseous medium, in particular hydrogen, comprising: a side channel compressor (), the conveying device () being driven at least partially by means of a metering valve () having a propulsion jet () of a pressurized gaseous medium, and the pressurized gaseous medium being fed to the side channel compressor () at least indirectly by means of the metering valve (); a compressor chamber () which extends around an axis of rotation () in the housing () and has at least one circumferential side channel (); an impeller () which is located in the housing (), is rotatable about the axis of rotation () and is driven by the drive (), the side channel compressor () having a housing () with a gas inlet opening () formed on the housing () and a gas outlet opening (), which are fluidically connected to one another via the compressor chamber (), in particular the at least one first side channel ().
