Honeycomb hydrogen storage structure
US6709497B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 9, 2002 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S420/90
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Heat transfer management/compartmentalization system for a metal hydride hydrogen storage containment unit. The hydrogen storage alloy is preferably divided into compartments having a honeycomb configuration. Heat exchanger tubing is placed through the compartments to promote heat transfer between the hydrogen storage alloy and the exterior environment.
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