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Solid oxide fuel cell tube with internal fuel processing

US7547484B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 1, 2004
Grant dateJun 16, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 2025

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

Abstract

A solid oxide fuel cell comprises a tube forming an anode, electrolyte and cathode, and a catalytic substrate is positioned within the tube. Such solid oxide fuel cells are highly compact and lightweight, and can be used in portable applications.

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