High temperature fuel cell system and method of operating same

Details High temperature fuel cell system and method of operating same High temperature fuel cell system and method of operating same

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Hodge, Robert (Department: 1729)

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

Fuel cell, subcombination thereof, or method of making or...

Process or means for producing, recycling, or treating...

C429S420000, C429S425000, C429S434000, C429S454000, C429S495000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07901814

ABSTRACT:
A high temperature fuel cell stack system, such as a solid oxide fuel cell system, with an improved balance of plant efficiency includes a thermally integrated reformer, combustor and the fuel cell stack.

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