Hydrogen Fueling Control Model for Fast Pressure-Temperature Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional hydrogen fueling processes for hydrogen fueled mobility are inefficient, slow, and lack flexibility in responding to varying conditions, with outdated communication protocols that hinder safety, compatibility, and reliability.
Innovation Solution
Implementing an optimized hydrogen fueling process using artificial neural network (ANN) and model predictive control (MPC) to enhance real-time performance and accuracy, with bidirectional communication protocols that adapt to surrounding conditions and utilize real-time measurement data for active control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If conventional hydrogen fueling protocols are used, then basic fueling functionality is maintained, but fueling speed and real-time performance are slow and inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic control of hydrogen fueling parameters including pressure ramp rate, temperature management, and flow rate adjustments based on real-time sensor data and predictive models, enabling the system to adaptively optimize fueling speed while maintaining safety constraints
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary cooling of the hydrogen storage system before fueling and uses predictive control algorithms to pre-calculate optimal fueling trajectories, preventing temperature and pressure excursions that would otherwise slow down the fueling process
2Productivity
If aggressive fueling control is applied to increase speed, then fueling efficiency improves, but temperature and pressure safety limits may be exceeded
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs real-time feedback control using temperature and pressure sensors throughout the fueling system, with closed-loop control algorithms that continuously adjust fueling parameters to maintain operation within safety margins while maximizing fueling rate
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates safety buffers and margin-based control where temperature and pressure setpoints are established with built-in safety margins, and predictive models forecast future states to prevent limit violations before they occur
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional unidirectional communication is used, then system simplicity is maintained, but real-time coordination and responsiveness to varying conditions are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a bidirectional communication protocol that serves multiple functions including real-time parameter exchange, predictive data sharing, diagnostic information transfer, and coordinated control commands between the hydrogen dispenser and vehicle system, replacing multiple separate communication channels with a unified multi-functional protocol
4Measurement precision
If real-time measurement and control systems are implemented, then fueling precision and safety are improved, but system complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical control systems with electronic sensors and software-based control algorithms, using microprocessors and communication protocols to achieve precise measurement and control functions that would otherwise require complex mechanical instrumentation and actuation systems
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AI summary
A method for hydrogen fueling to mobilities using hydrogen as fuel, of the present invention, includes the steps of: carrying out a first hydrogen fueling process controlled on basis of a first fueling protocol; obtaining fueling data obtained in the first hydrogen fueling process; and providing, on the basis of the fueling data, auxiliary control information for a second hydrogen fueling process.