Visualizing a fuel cell system

Abstract

This application provides a visualized fuel cell system, relating to the field of fuel cell power generation technology. It includes a transparent, visible enclosure, which comprises a frame with multiple visualization windows, each equipped with a transparent protective panel. The transparent enclosure houses fuel cell components arranged in functional zones. Through a visualized structural layout and integrated design, this application distributes the fuel cell components within the transparent enclosure, ensuring both the system's functional integrity and achieving complete visualization of the system's internal structure and gas / electric flow. This makes the complex principles of the fuel cell system readily apparent, meeting the needs of teaching demonstrations and popular science exhibitions.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of fuel cell power generation technology, and more specifically, to a visualized fuel cell system. Background Technology

[0002] Existing fuel cell power generation systems typically employ a highly integrated and enclosed enclosure design. While this design is beneficial for protecting internal components, it has significant drawbacks for scenarios such as teaching demonstrations, scientific research testing, and exhibitions: users cannot intuitively see the internal components and piping layout, resulting in a high learning and research threshold and failing to meet the needs for visualization and intuitiveness. Therefore, we propose an improvement: a visualized fuel cell system. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention provides a visualized fuel cell system, including a transparent visible enclosure. The transparent visible enclosure includes an enclosure frame with multiple visualization windows, and each visualization window is provided with a transparent protective plate. The transparent visible enclosure is arranged with fuel cell components according to functional zones.

[0004] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the fuel cell assembly includes an intake solenoid valve, a dust filter, a pressure sensor, a fuel cell stack, and an exhaust solenoid valve, which are connected in sequence and installed in the chassis frame.

[0005] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the exhaust solenoid valve is connected to an exhaust port through a pipeline, and the exhaust port is set on a transparent protective plate.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the intake solenoid valve is connected to a hydrogen inlet through a pipeline. The hydrogen inlet is used to connect to a hydrogen source. The hydrogen source enters the anode of the fuel cell stack through the hydrogen inlet, the intake solenoid valve, the dust filter, and the pressure sensor. The reaction tail gas is discharged from the exhaust port through the exhaust solenoid valve.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of this application, a transparent partition is installed inside the chassis frame by bolts, and a controller is installed on the transparent partition by bolts. The fuel cell stack is equipped with a fan, and the fan is communicatively connected to the controller. The fan is controlled by the controller through a PWM signal to provide the air required for the reaction of the fuel cell stack and to perform air cooling. The controller is an FDC controller, an FCU controller, or a PLC controller.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the controller is electrically connected to a DC-DC module, and the DC-DC module is electrically connected to an HMI. The HMI is mounted on a transparent protective plate and is used to display system operating parameters in real time.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the controller is connected to a lithium battery, which is installed in the chassis frame by bolts.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the lithium battery is equipped with a charging port, and the charging port is installed on a transparent protective plate.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the controller is connected to an inverter, which is mounted on a transparent partition by bolts. The inverter is used to connect to the load, and the chassis frame is provided with an operation port for the inverter panel.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this application, a lithium battery switch is also included, which is used to control the power on / off of the HMI and the controller.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: This application utilizes a visualized structural layout and integrated design to distribute fuel cell components within a transparent and visualized enclosure. This ensures the functional integrity of the system while achieving complete visualization of the internal structure and gas and electricity flow, making the complex principles of the fuel cell system readily apparent and meeting the needs of teaching demonstrations and popular science exhibitions. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This application provides a visual structural diagram of the fuel cell system. Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the visualized fuel cell system provided in this application from another perspective; Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the chassis frame provided in this application; Figure 4 A structural schematic diagram of the chassis frame provided in this application from another perspective; Figure 5 A block diagram of the visualized fuel cell system provided for this application.

[0015] The image shows: 1. Chassis frame; 101. Transparent top panel; 102. Transparent side panel; 103. Ventilation port; 104. Transparent front panel; 105. Transparent rear panel; 106. Transparent partition; 2. Lithium battery switch; 3. System switch; 4. HMI; 5. Hydrogen inlet; 6. Exhaust port; 7. Inverter; 8. Lithium battery; 9. Intake solenoid valve; 10. Exhaust solenoid valve; 11. Dust filter; 12. Fuel cell stack; 13. Controller; 14. Fan; 15. Charging port. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0017] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0018] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0019] For an example, please refer to... Figures 1-5 A visualization fuel cell system includes a transparent viewing enclosure, which includes an enclosure frame 1. The enclosure frame 1 has multiple visualization windows, and each visualization window is equipped with a transparent protective plate. The transparent viewing enclosure is arranged with fuel cell components according to functional zones. By setting multiple visualization windows, real-time visualization observation of the fuel cell components can be realized, which is convenient for intuitive understanding of the component operation status, pipeline connection status and potential anomalies during scientific research and testing.

[0020] Multiple visualization windows are distributed on the top, front, back, front, and rear of the chassis frame 1. The transparent protective panels are positioned according to the visualization window locations as follows: a transparent top panel 101 is located at the top visualization window; two transparent side panels 102 are located at the front and rear visualization windows respectively; a transparent front panel 104 is located at the front visualization window; and a transparent rear panel 105 is located at the rear visualization window. The transparent protective panels are made of acrylic, high-strength tempered glass, or flame-retardant PC transparent panels. They are connected to the chassis frame 1 by bolts or snap-fit ​​connections. The multi-faceted visualization window distribution design allows for comprehensive observation of the system's internal structure, enhancing the overall scope of observation.

[0021] The fuel cell assembly includes an intake solenoid valve 9, a dust filter 11, a pressure sensor, a fuel cell stack 12, and an exhaust solenoid valve 10 connected in sequence. All components are bolted to the housing frame 1, and are connected via pipelines. The intake solenoid valve 9, dust filter 11, pressure sensor, fuel cell stack 12, and exhaust solenoid valve 10 are integrated at the intake end and at the exhaust end, ensuring the safety and lifespan of the fuel cell stack 12. The dust filter 11 at the intake end effectively prevents impurities from entering and damaging the fuel cell stack 12. During system operation, power is applied for monitoring before any issues are confirmed, thus avoiding safety hazards caused by blindly introducing air.

[0022] The exhaust solenoid valve 10 is connected to an exhaust port 6 via a pipeline, and the exhaust port 6 is located on the transparent protective plate, specifically on the transparent front panel 104.

[0023] The intake solenoid valve 9 is connected to the hydrogen inlet 5 via a pipeline, and the hydrogen inlet 5 is located on the transparent front panel 104. The hydrogen inlet 5 is used to connect to the hydrogen source. The hydrogen source enters the anode of the fuel cell stack 12 through the hydrogen inlet 5, the intake solenoid valve 9, the dust filter 11, and the pressure sensor. The reaction exhaust gas is discharged from the exhaust port 6 through the exhaust solenoid valve 10.

[0024] A transparent partition 106 is bolted to the inside of the chassis frame 1. A controller 13 is bolted to the transparent partition 106. The fuel cell stack 12 is equipped with a fan 14, which is communicatively connected to the controller 13. The fan 14 is controlled by the controller 13 via a PWM signal to provide the fuel cell stack 12 with the air required for the reaction and to perform air cooling. An air exchange port 103 is provided on the transparent side panel 102. The controller 13 is an FDC controller, FCU controller, or PLC controller. The transparent partition 106 not only separates the internal space of the chassis frame 1 but also does not affect observation. The fan is controlled by the controller's PWM signal and can precisely adjust its speed according to the temperature and reaction requirements of the fuel cell stack 12. This ensures that the fuel cell stack 12 is provided with sufficient reaction air and can achieve air cooling on demand, avoiding excessively high or low stack temperatures that could affect power generation efficiency and service life. The air exchange port 103 allows for air circulation inside and outside the chassis frame 1, improving the air cooling effect.

[0025] The controller 13 is electrically connected to a DC-DC module, and the DC-DC module is electrically connected to an HMI4. The HMI4 is mounted on a transparent protective plate, specifically on the transparent front panel 104. The HMI4 is used to display system operating parameters in real time and serves as a human-machine interface screen. The DC-DC module enables precise voltage conversion within the system, ensuring that the output voltage of the controller 13 matches the voltage required by the HMI4, thus guaranteeing the stable operation of the HMI4. The HMI4 is mounted on the transparent front panel 104, making it convenient for operators to view system operating parameters in real time.

[0026] The controller 13 is connected to a lithium battery 8, which is bolted into the chassis frame 1; the lithium battery 8 provides power to the controller 13, HMI4 and other components.

[0027] The lithium battery 8 is equipped with a charging port 15, which is mounted on a transparent protective plate, specifically on the transparent front panel 104, to facilitate the operator to charge the lithium battery 8.

[0028] The controller 13 is connected to the inverter 7, which is bolted to the transparent partition 106. The inverter 7 is used to connect the load, and the chassis frame 1 has an operation port exposed on the inverter 7 panel. The inverter 7 is a DC-AC inverter. The DC-AC inverter can convert the DC power generated by the fuel cell stack 12 into AC power, which can meet the usage requirements of most AC loads and expand the application range of the system.

[0029] It also includes a lithium battery switch 2 installed on the transparent front panel 104, which is used to control the power on and off of the HMI4 and the controller 13. A system switch 3 is also installed on the transparent front panel 104, which is used to control the start and stop of the intake solenoid valve 9 and the exhaust solenoid valve 10. Control Logic: The system adopts a two-step startup logic. First, after pressing the lithium battery switch 2, the HMI4 and controller 13 are powered on. The HMI4 reads and displays the data collected by the controller 13 in real time, including the voltage and SOC of the lithium battery 8, the voltage, current, and temperature of the fuel cell stack 12, the voltage and current of the load, and the hydrogen inlet pressure. Second, after pressing the system switch 3, the intake solenoid valve 9 opens, and hydrogen enters the fuel cell stack 12 to generate electricity, thereby powering the HMI4. The deep integration of the HMI4 and controller 13 allows users to grasp the core data of the system operation in real time and accurately, which is convenient for scientific research testing and status assessment.

[0030] Power output: The DC power generated by the fuel cell stack 12 is output to the inverter 7 via the controller 13, and finally converted into AC power to supply the external load. The system also includes a DC-DC module for internal voltage conversion.

[0031] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] Obviously, the embodiments described above are merely some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. The accompanying drawings show preferred embodiments of the present invention, but do not limit the patent scope of the present invention. The present invention can be implemented in many different forms; rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any equivalent structures made using the content of this specification and drawings, directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly within the patent protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A visualized fuel cell system, characterized in that, The transparent visible chassis includes a chassis frame (1), the chassis frame (1) has multiple visual windows, and each visual window is provided with a transparent protective plate. The transparent visible chassis is arranged with fuel cell components according to functional partitions.

2. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fuel cell assembly includes an intake solenoid valve (9), a dust filter (11), a pressure sensor, a fuel cell stack (12), and an exhaust solenoid valve (10), which are connected in sequence and installed in the chassis frame (1).

3. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The exhaust solenoid valve (10) is connected to an exhaust port (6) via a pipeline, and the exhaust port (6) is located on a transparent protective plate.

4. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The intake solenoid valve (9) is connected to a hydrogen inlet (5) via a pipeline. The hydrogen inlet (5) is used to connect to a hydrogen source. The hydrogen source enters the anode of the fuel cell stack (12) through the hydrogen inlet (5), intake solenoid valve (9), dust filter (11), and pressure sensor. The reaction tail gas is discharged from the exhaust port (6) through the exhaust solenoid valve (10).

5. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 1, characterized in that, A transparent partition (106) is installed inside the chassis frame (1). A controller (13) is installed on the transparent partition (106). The fuel cell stack (12) is equipped with a fan (14), and the fan (14) is connected to the controller (13) through communication. The fan (14) is controlled by the controller (13) through PWM signal to provide the air required for the reaction of the fuel cell stack (12) and to perform air cooling. The controller (13) is an FDC controller, an FCU controller, or a PLC controller.

6. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The controller (13) is electrically connected to a DC-DC module, and the DC-DC module is electrically connected to an HMI (4). The HMI (4) is mounted on a transparent protective plate and is used to display the system operating parameters in real time.

7. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The controller (13) is connected to a lithium battery (8), which is installed inside the chassis frame (1).

8. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The lithium battery (8) is equipped with a charging port (15), and the charging port (15) is mounted on a transparent protective plate.

9. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The controller (13) is connected to an inverter (7), which is mounted on a transparent partition (106). The inverter (7) is used to connect to the load, and the chassis frame (1) has an operation port for the inverter (7) panel.

10. The visualized fuel cell system according to claim 9, characterized in that, It also includes a lithium battery switch (2), which is used to control the power on / off of the HMI (4) and the controller (13).

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