System and method for optimizing fuel cell purge cycles

Details System and method for optimizing fuel cell purge cycles System and method for optimizing fuel cell purge cycles

2005-04-27

2010-02-02

Ryan, Patrick (Department: 1795)

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

With pressure equalizing means for liquid immersion operation

C429S010000, C429S006000

Reexamination Certificate

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07655332

ABSTRACT:
A system for optimizing the purge cycle of a fuel cell stack responsive to the performance of the fuel cell. The system includes a controller that measures a process parameter indicative of the rate at which water is being produced in the fuel cell. If the measured value exceeds a threshold value, then the purge assembly is automatically actuated.

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