Fuel cell system with integrated thermal-to-electric generating devices
US7625647B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 9, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A set of fuel cell system heat exchangers that have been modified to incorporate thermal-to-electric devices is disclosed. These devices convert a portion of the thermal energy flowing through each heat exchanger to electric energy. Methods for operating the fuel cell system are also disclosed.
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