Electrolyser Frame with Integrated Degassing Chamber
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrolyser modules are complex, large, and require numerous peripheral components and moving parts, necessitating extensive maintenance and supervision.
Innovation Solution
The integration of degassing chambers within the holding frames of the electrolyser module, allowing for a compact design with reduced moving parts and eliminating peripheral equipment, while enabling high-pressure operation without additional gas compression and spontaneous convection of electrolyte.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If degassing chambers are physically separated from the electrolyser module, then gas/liquid separation can be achieved, but the device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the degassing chamber functionality directly into the holding frame structure. The holding frame includes a first region forming the electrolyser chamber and a second region forming the degassing chamber, eliminating the need for physically separate degassing chambers and reducing overall device complexity while maintaining effective gas/liquid separation
2Adaptability or versatility
If numerous peripheral components and moving parts are used, then the electrolyser can perform various functions, but maintenance and supervision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service through spontaneous convection of electrolyte from the electrolyser chamber to the degassing chamber and back, eliminating the need for pumps and other moving parts. The system uses natural density differences and gravity to circulate electrolyte, significantly reducing maintenance requirements while maintaining full functional capability
3Stress or pressure
If additional gas compression equipment is added, then high-pressure operation can be achieved, but device complexity and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses pneumatic pressure from the generated gas itself to drive electrolyte circulation through the degassing chamber. The gas pressure naturally pushes electrolyte from the electrolyser chamber through the degassing chamber and back, achieving high-pressure operation without additional compression equipment
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This results in a more simplified, cost-effective, and low-maintenance electrolyser module that can operate at high pressures, eliminating the need for gas compression and allowing for direct storage of produced gases, along with reduced energy consumption and improved safety by allowing cooling to room temperature.
Implementation Method 1
spontaneous convection of electrolyte
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention is directed to a frame for an electrolyser module as well as to an electrolyser module and an electrolyser incorporating such frames. The frames include a variety body having at least one electrolyser chamber opening and at least one degassing chamber defined therein. The degassing chamber opening preferably has a rounded shape as does the unitary body and the electrolyser chamber opening.