Fuel processor for fuel cell systems
US8557451B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 10, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P20/52
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An elongated fuel processor assembly is coupled to a fuel cell stack for producing a reformate for consumption by the fuel cell stack. The elongated fuel processor assembly includes an annular core having a thermal conduction mass for conducting heat, an annular reformer surrounding and supported by the annular core, and a vaporizer surrounding and supported by the annular core.
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