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Composite gas distribution structure for fuel cell

US6350539B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 25, 1999
Grant dateFeb 26, 2002
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Expiry dateOct 25, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E60/50
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

There is provided a multilayer gas distribution structure for use with a membrane electrode assembly of a PEM fuel cell. The layers of the multilayer diffusion structure have selected chemical and physical properties. Together, the layers facilitate transport of reactant gas to the electrode while improving water management.

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