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Output limiting device for fuel cell

US8603693B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2005
Grant dateDec 10, 2013
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Expiry dateOct 6, 2030

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

Abstract

An output limiting device for a fuel cell, including: an inlet coolant temperature sensor detecting an inlet coolant temperature at a coolant inlet of the fuel cell; an outlet coolant temperature sensor detecting an outlet coolant temperature at a coolant outlet of the fuel cell; and an output limiter limiting power or current extracted from the fuel cell according to the detected inlet coolant temperature and the detected outlet coolant temperature.

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