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Electrically powered trailer refrigeration unit

US6755041B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 2001
Grant dateJun 29, 2004
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/88
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An all-electric transport refrigeration system receives its compressor drive motor power and all other electrical power from at least one on-board fuel cell. The fuel cell is able to power all of the refrigeration system electrical components. In one example a single fuel cell is used. Another example includes multiple fuel cells.

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