Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240266568). FUEL CELL SYSTEM simplified abstract

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FUEL CELL SYSTEM

Organization Name

toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha

Inventor(s)

Atsuo Iio of Nagoya-shi (JP)

FUEL CELL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240266568 titled 'FUEL CELL SYSTEM

The abstract describes a fuel cell system with multiple fuel cell stacks, where a control unit adjusts the output of a replaced fuel cell stack to be different from an unreplaced one.

  • Simplified Explanation:

- A fuel cell system with several stacks has a control unit that changes the output of a replaced stack compared to an unreplaced one.

  • Key Features and Innovation:

- Control unit adjusts output of replaced fuel cell stack. - Ensures different outputs between replaced and unreplaced stacks.

  • Potential Applications:

- Automotive industry for electric vehicles. - Power generation for remote locations. - Backup power systems for critical infrastructure.

  • Problems Solved:

- Ensures optimal performance after replacing fuel cell stacks. - Prevents issues with mismatched outputs in the system.

  • Benefits:

- Improved efficiency in fuel cell system. - Enhanced reliability and longevity of the system.

  • Commercial Applications:

- Electric vehicle manufacturers. - Power generation companies. - Emergency response organizations.

  • Questions about Fuel Cell System:

1. How does the control unit determine the output adjustment for the replaced fuel cell stack? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with this technology?

  • Frequently Updated Research:

- Stay updated on advancements in fuel cell technology for potential improvements in the system.


Original Abstract Submitted

a fuel cell system including a plurality of fuel cell stacks includes a control unit configured to, when a part of the fuel cell stacks is replaced, set a first output of a replaced fuel cell stack to differ from a second output of another unreplaced fuel cell stack.