MEMS-based fuel cells with integrated catalytic fuel processor and method thereof
US7993785B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Described herein is a means to incorporate catalytic materials into the fuel flow field structures of MEMS-based fuel cells, which enable catalytic reforming of a hydrocarbon based fuel, such as methane, methanol, or butane. Methods of fabrication are also disclosed.
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