Device for testing the performance of a sealant for SOFC stacks
US7849730B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M3/2869
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus is disclosed for testing the performance of a sealant for solid oxide fuel cell packs. The apparatus includes an oven including a base, a platform provided on the base and a frame connected to the platform. An elevator is used to raise and lower the oven. A pressuring and testing chamber is provided on the platform. The pressuring and testing chamber includes a first body and a second body connected to the first body. A carrier is provided between the first and second bodies. The carrier includes a first plate and a second plate so that the sealant can be provided between the first and second plates. A pusher includes an end connected to the frame and another end for pushing the second plate. A pusher-driving unit is connected to the frame for raising and lowering the pusher.
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