NOVELTY - The device has a friction device (3) utilized for driving a revolving device (4) of a bicycle generating device (5) via friction, where the friction device is provided on a bicycle. The revolving device of the bicycle generating device is provided on the bicycle, and utilized for revolving under effect of the friction device. The bicycle generating device is utilized for generating power under effect of the revolving device. A power supply wire (6) is utilized for supplying power to the device via the bicycle generating device.    USE - Image information display device for a bicycle (claimed).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an image information display device.    Display screen device (2)    Friction device (3)    Revolving device (4)    Bicycle generating device (5)    Power supply wire (6)
NOVELTY - The device has an electricity transmitting device for transmitting solar electricity on a bicycle wheel provided on an axle. A lead is connected on the axle for transmitting the solar electricity, and an external device is provided on the axle for receiving the lead. The axle is formed with a through hole, and a solar board is installed at two sides of the bicycle wheel.    USE - Solar board device for use on a spoke of a bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The device uses the bicycle to develop the solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar board device.
NOVELTY - The model has a fuel cell cart supplied with power from a proton exchange film fuel cell and provided with a proton exchange film that is connected with a hydrogen and oxygen storage device. The hydrogen and oxygen storage device is installed on the fuel cell cart and supplied with hydrogen and oxygen from a solar energy hydrogen preparation device. The hydrogen and oxygen storage device comprises a water tank, and a hydrogen storing tank and an oxygen storing tank are installed in the water tank. The solar energy hydrogen preparation device comprises a solar cell panel.    USE - Car model for a light-hydrogen-electricity fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The model avoids environmental pollution and exhaust, and saves energy. The model has high fuel utilization rate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a rear view of a car model.
NOVELTY - A carbon monoxide (CO) integral catalyst comprises ruthenium (Ru) (0.1-2 wt.%) as active component, auxiliary agent including alkali metal oxide and/or alkali earth metal oxide, and alumina gel coated cordierite carrier, where content of alumina gel is 2-10 wt.% of the catalyst. The mol ratio of Ru and alkali metal oxide and/or metal element in alkali metal oxide is 1-20:1.    USE - Carbon monoxide integral catalyst for selective oxidation hydrogen-rich reformed gas (claimed) used as fuel in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has high activity, high selectivity, low noble metal content, low ignition temperature, wide temperature range, and convenient application in fuel cell system; and can deeply eliminate CO in reformed gas, thus providing clean fuel to fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves collecting and converting the wind resistance of motor vehicle into kinetic energy, and designing and installing a guide device at a proper place of the motor vehicle. The wind resistance is centralized and guided into an air inlet, where the guided wind resistance is utilized for driving various kinds of energy-converting devices such as blowers and worm wheels.    USE - Method for collecting and converting wind resistance of motor vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle, into kinetic energy to drive an energy-converting device such as blowers and worm wheels (all claimed) for generating electricity to an electric power system.    ADVANTAGE - The method designs a proper bodywork capable of guiding and centralizing wind resistance, and designs and installs the guide device at proper place of motor vehicle to reduce energy consumption and improve performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows side, top and back views of a motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a rounded left flywheel comprising rail plates, a metal ball and a flywheel baffle. The metal ball is located in a rail, and formed between the rail plates. A right flywheel i.e. gear flywheel, has a gear, a movable blade and a weighting metal bar, where the weighting metal bar is rotationally fixed to the right flywheel with the movable blade. An inlet opening of a venting channel (1) is fixed at a front end of the vehicle. An outlet opening is matched with a burning-free engine (2). A generator (7) is mounted on an engine (3).    USE - Environment-friendly energy-saving vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle can utilize the wind energy and the solar energy, so as to reduce the discharge of the fuel and the waste gas and to save the energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side perspective view of an environment-friendly energy-saving vehicle.    Venting channel (1)    Burning-free engine (2)    Engine (3)    Generator (7)    Direct-current motor (8)    Drive converter (9)
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a moving wheel formed by stacking multiple groups of thin silicon steel plates. Multiple venting and radiating holes are annularly formed on the conductive coil. A core of a moving wheel rotation speed detection part is provided with a photoelectric absolute value encoder. A code disk of the photoelectric absolute value encoder is equipped with twelve code channels. A photoelectric tube is provided with one of the code channels. The code disk and the moving wheel are coaxially bonded with each other.    USE - Human body power bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The tested body can implement constant power train, constant resistance train and constant speed train, and can implement the constant heart rate train.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a human body power bicycle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a door plate (6) equipped with a car body frame (3) supporting a bottom surface of a battery (1), and a side fixing plate (5) equipped in an adjusting unit (10). The side fixing plate forms a gateway on one side for receiving the battery, and supports a side part of the battery. The adjusting unit is provided in a battery accepting room, and combined in the gateway. An adjusting bolt is screwed through a fixed block with a bottom part of the door plate.    USE - Battery fixing device for an electric powered lift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The device prevents generation of gap in a side intervening space between the battery accepting room and the battery. The device prevents shaking of the battery, and accurately settles the battery in the battery accepting room. The device improves driving stability of the electric powered lift truck.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a battery fixing device for an electric powered lift truck.    Battery (1)    Car body frame (3)    Support roller (4)    Side fixing plate (5)    Door plate (6)    Adjusting unit (10)
NOVELTY - Inorganic proton conducting electrolyte (I) comprises a mesoporous crystalline metal oxide matrix and a heteropolyacid bound within the mesoporous matrix.    USE - (I) is useful in fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) is stable at temperatures of up to 650 degrees C, preferably 600 degrees C. (I) improves: durability of the direct alcohol fuel cells; and electrochemical reaction kinetics and proton conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a fuel cell comprising (I); and    (2) a method of manufacturing (I) comprising: either providing a sol comprising a heteropolyacid, at least one organometallic precursor and a surfactant, aging the sol to obtain a gel, and calcining the mixture; or providing a mesoporous crystalline metal oxide matrix, and impregnating the mesoporous crystalline metal oxide matrix with a heteropolyacid.
NOVELTY - A polymeric electrolyte membrane comprises sulfonated polysulfoneketone copolymer comprising aromatic sulfone repeating unit, aromatic ketone repeating unit and aromatic compound repeating unit which connects repeating units with ether linkage and polymers each comprising monomer chosen from group containing vinylidene fluoride, hexafluoropropylene, trifluoroethylene and tetrafluoroethylene. The aromatic sulfone repeating unit, aromatic ketone repeating unit or both has sulfonic acid or sulfonate substituent.    USE - Polymeric electrolyte membrane is used for fuel cell used as power supply for electronic device such as mobile phone, notebook computer, personal digital assistant, digital cameras and camcorder.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell comprising polymeric electrolyte membrane has excellent membrane/electrode interfacial stability and dimensional stability.
NOVELTY - The humidifier has a pipeline whose one end is connected with an atomizing member (22). A liquid level signal processing unit of a water supply container receives an electric signal. A liquid level measuring device of a water supply container sends the electric signal to the liquid level signal processing unit of the water supply container when liquid level measured by the liquid level measuring device is smaller than or equal to lower limit of a pre-stored liquid level range. A water feeding device controls feeding of water to a water supply container.    USE - Fuel cell humidifier.    ADVANTAGE - The humidifier adjusts the water inflow of the atomizing nozzle according to the detected humidity, so that the humidity of the gas can be controlled in real time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a fuel cell humidifier.    Gas containers (1, 5)    Gas inlet (11)    Gas outlet (12)    Water control valve (17)    Atomizing member (22)    Water mist outlet (23)
NOVELTY - An electric energy power system for a transportation vehicle is disclosed. The transportation vehicle comprises at least one first axle connected to a wheel; a first deceleration ratio gear device connected to the first axle to reduce the speed outputted from the first axle to a relatively lower speed for output; a first power generator for receiving the output speed of the first deceleration ratio gear device to generate electric power; an electric power storage system disposed on the transportation vehicle for receiving and storing the electric power generated by the first power generator; an electrically driving device for receiving the electric power from the electric power storage system to output a driving force; and a transmission shaft connected to the first axle, and for receiving the driving force of the electrically driving device to drive the rotation of the first axle, thereby obtaining the power source for propelling the vehicle. The problems in environmental protection and energy source shortage can be overcome.
NOVELTY - A sunroof motor structure mainly comprises a gear box base, a motor disposed on the gear box base, a printed circuit board, and a transmission gear disposed on the gear box base, and a gear box cover and gear lid on the gear box base for sealing. Two carbon brush bases assembled on the printed circuit board integrally can be received in the carbon brush tank on the gear box base, wherein the carbon brush bases and the printed circuit board are assembled integrally, so that the assembly convenience can be increased, and poor contact can be avoided to increase the quality stability. In addition, a quadrupolar magnetic ring is disposed on the motor rotor assembly, and the magnetic ring is capable of rotating with the mandrel of the motor rotor assembly simultaneously. Dual Hall sensor is configured on the printed circuit board to have contactless sensing with the magnetic ring to ensure the motor in positive and reverse rotation, so that it can protect the motor and provide double resolution capability to obtain the precise sunroof positioning.
NOVELTY - Shock absorbers are widely used and well designed in mechanism field, especially in vehicles like cars and bikes. A shock absorber consists of a sprig to take the vertical shock forces, and a damping system to consume energy and slow down the vertical motion. This invention is to use the energy consumed by the damping system as power supply through the relative moving of the shock absorber's parts. Basically a pulley is pulled and rotated by a steel wire as the relative motion between the piston lever and the sleeve of the shock absorber. The pulley rotates a one-way gear to save the work for the bike-rider when the shock absorber is vibrated. A damping spring system and a clutch system are incorporated into this invention also.
NOVELTY - The present invention provides a mounting structure of emergency wire for scooter. Mainly, an electrically conductive emergency wire is connected to the positive electrode of the battery inside the scooter equipped with a chip lock controller. Another end of the emergency wire is connected with a metal terminal, which is fastened on an insulation component of the body of scooter. When the battery of the ignition system of the scooter is exhausted, the metal terminal can be used to connect to an external battery so that the chip lock controller can be applied with an electric current. As a result, the user can activate a main switch lock controlled by the chip lock controller and turn the main switch lock to open the seat pad, thereby replacing the battery located inside the scooter.
NOVELTY - The energy storage arrangement has energy storage (1), particularly a high voltage energy storage located in housing. Two pole bushes (10,11) are arranged in the housing, which electrically contact the energy storage. Contact pins (30,31) are fitted for every pole bush. Two mechanical seal elements (12,13) are provided, which close one of the two pole bushes in a reversible manner.    USE - Energy storage arrangement, particularly for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The two mechanical seal elements are provided, which close one of the two pole bushes in a reversible manner, and hence enables to insert the contact pins in the appropriate pole bushes for creating an electrical contact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an energy storage arrangement. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Energy storage (1)    Pole bushes (10,11)    Mechanical seal elements (12,13)    Holding arrangement (21)    Contact pins (30,31)
NOVELTY - A sol-gel solution containing zirconium compound is prepared. A stainless steel is subjected to dip-coating in the sol-gel solution, and heated, to manufacture a fuel cell separator.    USE - Manufacture of separator for fuel cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell separator with improved corrosion resistance is manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell separator.
NOVELTY - An expanded graphite oxide has a layered structure between which a dye is inserted.    USE - Expanded graphite oxide is used for capacitor and separator of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The expanded graphite oxide has favorable heat resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of expanded graphite oxide, which involves performing oxidation of raw material graphite with an oxidizer and contacting the oxidized graphite and dye.
NOVELTY - A nickel catalyst comprises alumina-zirconia complex oxide carrier in which zirconia is highly dispersed by grafting chelated zirconium precursor in alumina and nickel which is dipped in the alumina-zirconia complex oxide carrier.    USE - Nickel catalyst is used for steam reforming of liquefied natural gas for manufacturing hydrogen gas. Uses include but are not limited to polymer electrolyte fuel cell e.g. proton exchange membrane fuel cell, vehicles and home power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The nickel catalyst has improved steam absorption capacity, deactivation property and high activity, and is efficiently manufactured within short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of nickel catalyst.
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying an oxidizing agent e.g. oxygen, of a cathode of a fuel cell unit via a cathode supply channel, and supplying fuel e.g. hydrogen, of an anode of the fuel cell unit via an anode supply channel. Concentration of the fuel in the anode supply channel is determined by a concentration determination unit. Difference between pressure of the fuel in the anode supply channel and pressure of the oxidizing agent in the cathode supply channel is adjusted by a pressure adjusting unit depending on the concentration of the fuel in the anode supply channel.    USE - Method for operating a fuel cell system (claimed) of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method avoids emptying of anode space and/or exhaust gas channel to carry out inert gas calculation. The method avoids removal of unconsumed fuel, thus enabling the fuel cell system to achieve high efficiency, and hence avoiding hydrogen-emissions during shutdown or in underground parkings. The method avoids requirement of a draining device to remove inert gas from the anode region, thus reducing number of components and cost of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a method for operating a fuel cell system of a motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has controllers, an energy supply system, an electrical energy storage i.e. battery, supplying electrical energy to the controllers, an auxiliary starting point i.e. auxiliary starting pole (1), and a pole protection switching unit provided at the point. The storage is coupled with the energy supply system in a pole-protected manner. The pole protection switching unit is assigned to a device for detecting polarity of voltage lying close to the auxiliary starting point. The switching unit is closable by the device for detecting polarity during correct polarity.    USE - Motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical energy storage is coupled with the energy supply system in a pole-protected manner, so that the polarized coupling of the energy storage with the vehicle electrical system is prevented by the mechanical or geometrical measures, thus realizing effective pole protection without increasing the energy dissipation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic view of a pole protection circuit.    Auxiliary starting pole (1)    Electrical system (2)    Switching elements (3, 6)    Diode (9)    Pole protection circuit (10)
NOVELTY - The storage cell has wound electrodes and two poles on a front side of the storage cell. An electrically non conductive arc-shaped spring elastic spacer is arranged between two electrical conductors in an interior of the storage cell between a cell cover and a electrode sleeve. The spacer has two recesses, where the electrical conductors are guided from the electrode sleeve to the poles spatially separated from each other.    USE - Cylindrical energy storage cell for storing energy i.e. electricity, in a motor vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrically non conductive spacer is arranged between electrical conductors in the interior of the cell between the cell covers and the electrode sleeve, thus preventing movement of the electrode sleeve of the storage cell, and hence increasing the vibration stability of the cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of a cylindrical cell with wound electrodes.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The double arm pantograph (3) is arranged on the top or upper ceiling side of the electric bus (1). The duplex type conducting wires (4) are arranged in the upper side of the bus stand (5). The pantographs are extended from the driving direction of the bus, towards the conducting wires so as to charge the storage battery and/or capacitor used as power source, after entering the marking area of bus stand.    USE - Rechargeable electric bus system.    ADVANTAGE - The battery of the electric bus can be charged easily using simple structure, after entering the marking area of bus stand. Beautiful appearance of the bus stand is not affected as the duplex type conducting wires are arranged in the upper side of the bus stand.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view explaining the charging state of battery of electric bus in the bus stand.    Electric bus (1)    Double arm pantograph (3)    Duplex type conducting wire (4)    Bus stand (5)
NOVELTY - The wind-powered automobile device has a wind turbine generator that is fitted on ceiling of device main portion. The front end of device main portion is used as inlet of wind turbine generator. The rear end of device main portion is used as air outlet of wind turbine generator. The on-vehicle storage battery cell is provided for driving automobile for long period of time. A motor transmission mechanical portion of device main portion is provided with the functions of common electric car.    USE - Wind-powered automobile device.    ADVANTAGE - By using the wind turbine generator, environmental pollution caused by various motor vehicles can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the side views of wind-powered automobile device.
NOVELTY - The power supply system has a double-pole double-throw relay that is set between adjacent batteries accommodated in battery pack. The anode and cathode of battery are separately connected with the closed contact and open contact of double-pole double-throw relay. The double-pole double-throw relay is controlled by the controller according to the demands of motor so that the battery pack supplies power through series connection, parallel connection or series-parallel connection.    USE - Power supply system of electric vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - Since the double-pole double-throw relay is controlled by the controller according to the demands of motor, the instantaneous peak current of power supply system can be decreased dramatically so that the operation of power supply system is at rated efficiency so as to improve the capacity and service life of battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the power supply system.
NOVELTY - The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has a current collector terminal (7) having an upper surface board (11) on which a penetration terminal (15) is positioned. The positive/negative electrode terminal is connected to the penetration terminal of the current collector. An elongate joining board (12) of the current collection terminal is connected to the electrode assembly of the battery.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric tram.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electrode terminal is connected to the electrode assembly through the current collector, the connection reliability of the electrode terminal to the electrode assembly can be improved. The electric power supply from the battery can be performed in reliable manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a disassembled view of the terminal component of the positive electrode of the battery.    Current collector terminal (7)    Upper surface board (11)    Elongate joining board (12)    Penetration terminal (15)    Through-hole (16)
NOVELTY - The battery module has terminals (5,6) provided at the side of positive and negative electrodes respectively, which are connected with a connection bar (31). The terminal portions (23a,23b,29a,29b) of positive and negative electrodes are provided perpendicular with respect to each other on the terminals respectively. The connection portions (35a,35b,37a,37b) are joined to the terminal portions so that the terminals provided between the adjoining batteries (1) are fixed with the connection bar.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery module for hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and electric train.    ADVANTAGE - Several battery cells in the battery module can be connected easily by simple operation without producing mistake in connection between polarity of positive and negative electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the battery module at connection state. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    Terminals (5,6)    Terminal portions of positive electrode (23a,23b)    Terminal portions of negative electrode (29a,29b)    Connection bar (31)    Connection portions (35a,35b,37a,37b)
NOVELTY - The battery holder (15) holds the battery cells (33). A battery cell surface (21a) along the opposing side of the battery cells forms a coolant channel (120) that circulates a coolant between the battery cells. Two sealing portions (201,202) protrude from the battery cell surface and bend and press the battery cell to seal the coolant channel on either ends. The sealing portions are integrally molded with the element in the battery cell surface.    USE - Holder for lithium ion battery and nickel-hydrogen battery used in fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV) and electric vehicle (EV).    ADVANTAGE - Since the coolant channel is sealed on either ends by the sealing portions that protrude from the battery cell surface and bend and press battery cells, the leakage of coolant between the battery holder and the battery cells is avoided. Hence better cooling efficiency is provided. Since the sealing portion is bent and made to press the battery cells, change in dimension of the battery can be detected. Since the sealing portion is integrally molded with the element provided within the battery cell surface, the manufacturing cost is low.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery cell along with the battery holder.    Battery holder (15)    Battery cell surface (21a)    Battery cells (33)    Coolant channel (120)    Sealing portions (201,202)
NOVELTY - The instrument has electric wires are provided in the space provided between inner pipe (7) and outer pipe (6). The LEDs (13,14) provided in a case (12) are connected to the electric wire. The electrodes (8-10) connected to the tip of electric wires are extended outside through the holes provided in the lower surface of the outer pipe. A movable ring (4) is provided in upper end of the outer pipe.    USE - Instrument for replenishing liquid such as distilled water in battery used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the ends of electric wires are connected to LED and to electrodes, respectively, the LED is lighted when the liquid level touches the electrode. The level of the liquid in the battery can be notified easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an elevational view of the liquid replenishing instrument.    Outer pipe (6)    Inner pipe (7)    Electrodes (8-10)    Case (12)    LEDs (13,14)
NOVELTY - The system stores the electric power generated by the generators in a capacitor or secondary battery, and supplies suitable electric power according to the load.    USE - Independent dispersion type electrical energy stockpile supply system for supplying electric power to domestic electrical appliance and industrial electric product (both claimed) used in residence and office.    ADVANTAGE - The loss of electricity can be reduced and the demand for crude oil can be reduced while reducing the power consumption and reducing the cost required for electric power generation.
NOVELTY - The aircraft has a fuselage having a front and a rear and defining a longitudinal axis of the aircraft. A wing assembly is coupled to a fuselage that includes wing flight control surfaces. An electric motor powers the aircraft, and a tail assembly is rotatably coupled to the fuselage at a rear of the fuselage. Solar cells are mounted on an upper surface of the tail fins for powering the motor. A rear solar drive motor rotates the tail assembly about the longitudinal axis, during flight based on a position of a sun relative to the aircraft, to increase exposure of the solar cells to sunlight.    USE - Solar-powered aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The rear solar drive motor rotates the tail assembly about the longitudinal axis, during flight based on the position of the sun relative to the aircraft, to increase exposure of the solar cells to the sunlight, thus maintaining or increasing solar energy collection.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for powering an aircraft.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of a method for operating a solar-powered aircraft.
NOVELTY - The product i.e. electrode assembly stack (300), has a porous separator (320) arranged between the active films (310, 330) of electrode material such as films made from e.g. carbon. A current collector (305) is attached to the outer surface of the active film (310), and a current collector (335) is attached to the outer surface of the active film (330). The separator is attached to the inner surfaces of the films before the current collectors are attached to the films. The stack is pressure laminated in a nip.    USE - Double layer capacitor product i.e. electrode assembly stack, for use in fabrication of an electrical energy storage device. Uses include but are not limited to non-rechargeable battery cells, secondary battery cells and fuel cells, double layer capacitors such as electrochemical capacitors, super capacitors and ultracapacitors.    ADVANTAGE - The porous substrate acts as a backing to support each film, and as a heatsink to conduct heat away from the film, thus eliminating damage to the films while spraying the stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of an electrode assembly stack during application of current collectors to the active electrode material films of the stack.    Electrode assembly stack (300)    Current collectors (305, 335)    Active films (310, 330)    Porous separator (320)
NOVELTY - The battery module has a rectangular-shaped secondary battery using a laminate film as a battery container. One surface (5) of the secondary battery is bonded with a heat sink using the adhesive material (14) of specific width and thermal conductivity of 0.8W/mK or more.    USE - Battery module for hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat sink is maintained efficiently by using the adhesive material of specific width and specific thermal conductivity. The heat dissipation is improved, and the vibration proof of the battery module is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the adhesive material coated on the lamination cell of the battery module.    Positive electrode terminal (2)    Surface of secondary battery (5)    Lamination cell (12)    Adhesive material (14)    Clearance gap (20)
NOVELTY - Secondary-battery current collector foil (X) comprises an electrically conductive metal foil element (1), metal intermediate layer (2) formed on metal foil element, and carbon thin film layer (3) deposited on metal intermediate layer, with metal intermediate layer formed between metal foil element and carbon thin film layer to adhere metal intermediate layer closely to both metal foil element and carbon thin film layer.    USE - Secondary-battery current collector foil used as electrode current collector of secondary battery for a vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The secondary-battery current collector foil provides high durable lithium ion batteries and other secondary batteries, and maintains desirable battery performance for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of manufacturing secondary-battery current collector foil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the laminated structure of secondary-battery current collector foil.    Electrically conductive metal foil element (1)    Metal intermediate layer (2)    Carbon thin film layer (3)    Secondary-battery current collector foil (X)
NOVELTY - The battery cell (900) has main case (92) that accommodates power generation element, and external electrode terminals (94,96) provided closer to hole on main case. One end of internal terminal is electrically connected to battery element (91) in main case. Another end of internal terminal projects through the hole of main case, and is crimped and fixed to external electrode terminals. Another end of internal terminal includes region which is thinner along the direction parallel to center axis direction of hole than at position in contact with edge of hole.    USE - Battery cell used for hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - One end of the internal terminal projected through hole of main case is crimped and fixed to external electrode terminals provided closer to hole of main case. Hence the connection strength of internal terminal and external electrode terminals, and the welding property of battery cell, can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating external appearance of battery cell.    Battery element (91)    Main case (92)    Cover (93)    External electrode terminals (94,96)    Battery cell (900)
NOVELTY - The resolver (1) has a resolver stator (2) for detecting the rotational position of rotor plate (41). A resolver cover (30) fixed to stator core (11), protects coil board (20) comprising several holes for stator pins, of the stator core. The nails are provided at front-end of each stator pins.    USE - Resolver for rotating machine such as electric motor and generator of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The resolver cover protects coil board comprising several holes for stator pins, of stator core. Hence the expansion and contraction of coil board of stator core due to temperature change can be prevented. The structure of the resolver can be simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the resolver.    Resolver (1)    Resolver stator (2)    Stator core (11)    Coil board (20)    Resolver cover (30)    Rotor plate (41)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a dilution device (21) for causing fuel off-gas discharged from a fuel cell to be diluted by oxide off-gas discharged from the fuel cell. A fuel off-gas flow path interconnects the fuel cell and the dilution device. An exhaust valve (37) provided in the fuel off-gas flow path is opened, such that the fuel off-gas flowing in the fuel off-gas flow path is discharged to the outside. The discharge device is integrally mounted with the dilution device.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The freezing of the exhaust valve at low temperature can be eliminated by the fuel cell system, while suppressing the enlargement of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the dilution device.    Dilution device (21)    Exhaust valve (37)    Discharge guide structure (50)    Exhaust gas path (51)    Heat conductor (53)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has pressure regulation valve (44) that adjusts the pressure of the fuel gas such as hydrogen gas supplied to the ejector (45). The fuel-off gas such as hydrogen-off gas is supplied to the fuel gas supply path (41) through the ejector. The pressure of fuel-off gas flowing in the flow path is increased so that the gas pressure value is more than zero. A control unit (5) is used to control the pressure of the fuel gas supplied to the ejector provided in the downstream of fuel feeding pump, and fuel-off gas by the fuel feeding pump.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in fuel cell system for robot, vessel and aircraft, and fuel cell system for residence, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure of fuel-off gas is increased efficiently using simple structure. Performance of the fuel cell system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Control unit (5)    Fuel gas supply path (41)    Regulation valve (44)    Ejector (45)
NOVELTY - A lead storage battery has positive electrode plate, negative electrode plate and electrolyte solution containing sodium ion, potassium ion, magnesium ion, aluminum ion, phosphoric acid and boric acid. Negative electrode plate has negative electrode collector (1) comprising edge portion (2) provided consecutively to edge of grating portion (3) and current collection portion (4) protruded from edge portion. A surface layer containing lead-tin alloy, lead-antimony alloy, lead-tin-antimony alloy or tin is provided on surface of edge portion and current collection portion.    USE - Lead storage battery is used as power supply for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The lead storage battery has improved cycle characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of lead storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of negative electrode collector.    Negative electrode collector (1)    Edge (2)    Grating portion (3)    Current collection portion (4)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode active material comprises lithium-iron-cobalt-phosphate.    USE - Positive electrode active material e.g. polyanion-based positive electrode active material is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed). Can also be used for mobile telephone, notebook personal computer and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode active material has excellent high-temperature storage stability, charge-discharge cycle characteristics. The lithium secondary battery formed using positive electrode active material has high capacity, output and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A positive electrode active material comprises lithium-iron-cobalt-phosphate (LiyFe(1-x)CoxPO4), where x is more than 0-0.019 and y is 0-1.2. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which contains positive electrode containing positive electrode active material, negative electrode and non-aqueous electrolyte.
NOVELTY - The system (20) has a coolant circuit, where the system uses waste heat for heating a cleaning liquid e.g. windscreen wiper water. The cleaning liquid is provided for heating a windscreen wiper (40). A temperature control device (14) obtains the cleaning liquid from a precursor liquid using a filtering process or by using condensation of an environment air or air obtained from a passenger compartment (16) and a cargo compartment (18). A container (24) is provided in the control device for storing the cleaning liquid. A heat exchanger (22) heats the cleaning liquid.    USE - Fuel cell system for supplying energy to operate a temperature control device e.g. auxiliary heating system and air conditioner, of a vehicle (all claimed) i.e. truck (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The system is provided to use the waste heat for heating the cleaning liquid e.g. windscreen wiper water such that the indirect consumption of the primary energy for heating the cleaning fluid is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for providing a heated fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of a vehicle with a fuel cell system.    Temperature control device (14)    Passenger compartment (16)    Cargo compartment (18)    Fuel cell system (20)    Heat exchanger (22)    Container (24)    Windscreen wiper (40)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has spacer (13) that includes spacer main portion (130), and several projection regions (131-135) that are formed such that coolant is passed along the outer surface of battery casing (41). The projection region (133) includes heat resistant portion whose melting point is higher than the melting point of the spacer main portion.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus such as nickel hydrogen battery, lithium ion battery, etc., for vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Deformation of spacer arranged between the electrical storage elements can be prevented. Variation in the pressure applied to the heat resistant portion and non-heat resistant portion is suppressed so that performance of the electric power generation element is maintained. As the four corner portions of the battery casing are in contact state, utilization amount of heat resisting material is reduced so that cost reduction is enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded perspective view of the electrical storage module.    Battery cell (11)    Spacer (13)    Battery casing (41)    Spacer main portion (130)    Projection regions (131-135)
NOVELTY - The collector exposure portion (12a) of a positive electrode plate (11) and the collector exposure portion (16a) of a negative electrode plate (15) are made to contact a current collection terminal board having specific gravity equal to copper in an electrode structure (10). The melting portion at the side of he electrode plates is drawn out to connect the electrode plates and the current collection terminal board when melting the contact portion of the collector exposure portions and the terminal board.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrode structure for secondary battery such as lithium ion secondary battery and nickel hydride storage battery (all claimed) of mobile telephone. Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode plates and the current collection terminal board are connected steadily and efficiently by simple process such that the secondary battery suitable for heavy-current charging and discharging is manufactured efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top views of the positive and negative electrode plates and perspective view of the electrode structure.    Electrode structure (10)    Positive electrode plate (11)    Collector exposure portions (12a,16a)    Negative electrode plate (15)    Collector (16)
NOVELTY - The membrane electrode assembly (1A) has a catalyst layer (3) on both sides of an electrolytic membrane (2). The gas diffusion layers (41,42) are laminated on the surface of the catalyst layer. The gas diffusion layers are provided with electroconductive fibers (42a,42b) having different fiber diameters and fiber lengths.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly for solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The performance of the gas diffusion layer can be improved without changing the material and the electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell can be improved reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional views of the membrane electrode assembly and sectional view of the fiber. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Membrane electrode assembly (1A)    Electrolytic membrane (2)    Catalyst layer (3)    Gas diffusion layers (41,42)    Electroconductive fibers (42a,42b)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell (11) that supplies electric power to a drive motor (16) such that a secondary battery (13) is connected in parallel to fuel cell and motor. A voltage rise converter (12) connected to output terminal of fuel cell, to supply voltage to the motor after increasing the voltage outputted from fuel cell. The voltage increasing operation of converter is stopped such that the output voltage of the battery is switched to another specific voltage when the voltage outputted from the fuel cell exceeds the required voltage of the motor.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The motive power performance of the drive motor is improved efficiently and the power loss at the time of performing fuel cell output voltage increasing operation is reduced reliably. Thus, the fuel consumption efficiency of the fuel cell system is improved efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (11)    Voltage rise converter (12)    Secondary battery (13)    Drive motor (16)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor oxide film (2) contains semiconducting oxide which absorbs light and produces an electron and a hole. The semiconducting oxide is tungsten containing ferric oxide. The atomic ratio of iron with respect to tungsten is 0.02-0.08.    USE - Semiconductor oxide film is used as photocatalyst film for hydrogen-producing apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor oxide film has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor oxide film, which involves forming a film by sputtering ( alpha )-ferric oxide and tungsten oxide as a target material and heat-processing the film at 550-600 degrees C; and    (2) hydrogen-producing apparatus (1), which has semiconductor oxide film, a transparent conductive film (3), a transparent substrate (4) and a solar cell provided from the light-receiving surface side, and an electroconductive component which electrically connects transparent conductive film and solar cell, and penetrates to the transparent substrate along the thickness direction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the hydrogen-producing apparatus.    Hydrogen-producing apparatus (1)    Semiconductor oxide film (2)    Transparent conductive film (3)    Transparent substrate (4)    Electrolytic aqueous solution (8)
NOVELTY - The power module (1) has power elements (13,14) soldered to electrode on one surface of a ceramic substrate (8). The power elements are sealed by resin (2). A conductor film (11) is formed in the other surface of the ceramic substrate, such that the resin is made to cover the peripheral portion of the conductor film.    USE - Power module such as insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) and metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistor modules of inverter (claimed) for motor. Uses include but are not limited to electric vehicle, machine tool, conveying apparatus, air conditioner, household appliance etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the peripheral portion of conductor film is covered by resin, the reliability of the power module is increased. Also, the number of solder joints for connecting the electrode terminal with external terminal can be reduced and so manufacturing process can be simplified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for inverter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the perspective view and sectional view of the power module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power module (1)    Resin (2)    Ceramic substrate (8)    Conductor film (11)    Power elements (13,14)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell stack (10) has hydrogen flow path (12) through which the hydrogen is supplied, for generating the electric power in the fuel cell stack. A pressure sensor (28) detects the pressure of hydrogen flowing through the hydrogen discharge piping (26b) of fuel cell stack. A control unit controls the hydrogen pressure by adjusting the open/close state of a purge valve (27) positioned in the discharge piping. The fuel cell stack generates the required amount of electric power corresponding to the pressure control of hydrogen flowing through the discharge piping.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in two-wheeled motor vehicle. Can also be used in domestic application and business application.    ADVANTAGE - The increase of hydrogen pressure in the discharge piping of the fuel cell stack can be controlled effectively, so that the electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell stack can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Hydrogen flow path (12)    Discharge piping (26b)    Purge valve (27)    Pressure sensor (28)
NOVELTY - A combustion apparatus comprises pre-mixing part (90) which pre-mixes combustible gas and oxidizing agent gas for combustion, first distribution path which has first inlet where combustible gas is introduced and first outlet which leads out pre-mixing gas, and second distribution path connected in middle of first distribution path which introduces oxidizing agent gas for combustion into side of first distribution path.    USE - A combustion apparatus for reformer used for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The combustion apparatus improves property of pre-mixing gas and ignition quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) reformer; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the pre-mixing part. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Pre-mixing part (90)    Mixing part (91)    Main body (91a)    Third distribution pipe (92)    Flexible pipe (93)
NOVELTY - A lithium manganese system complex oxide comprises crystal phase of monoclinic crystal lithium manganese oxide (Li2MnO3) type layered rock salt type structure which has transition metal content layer containing hexagonal mesh ordered structure. The transition metal occupation rate of hexagonal mesh lattice structure position is larger than transition metal occupation rate of hexagonal mesh center position.    USE - A lithium manganese system complex oxide for positive electrode material used for lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) for small noncommercial use and vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium manganese system complex oxide is excellent in initial stage discharge capacity, and has outstanding charging/discharging cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lithium manganese system complex oxide of formula Li1+x(Mn1-m-nFemTin)1-xO2 comprises crystal phase of monoclinic crystal lithium manganese oxide (Li2MnO3) type layered rock salt type structure which has transition metal content layer containing hexagonal mesh ordered structure. The transition metal occupation rate of hexagonal mesh lattice structure position is larger than transition metal occupation rate of hexagonal mesh center position.    x=0-1/3;    m=0-0.60; and    n,m+n=0-0.80.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) method of manufacturing lithium manganese system complex oxide;    (2) lithium ion secondary battery positive electrode material; and    (3) lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the crystal phase of monoclinic crystal layered rock salt type structure containing lithium manganese system complex oxide. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The battery pack has cases (4A,4B) mutually connected to a surrounding wall (34). The protruding line (61) and connection groove are located in both sides of battery holder. The connection groove is inserted and connected to protruding line of case (4A). The specific region of surrounding wall opening edge is made as impact absorbing region (63) and protruding line is made as high convex line portion (61B). The low convex line portion (61A) of impact absorbing region is positioned in position where surrounding wall opening edge is opposed.    USE - Battery pack for use in bicycle and motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the protruding line and connection groove are located in both sides of battery holder, the damage produced by impact can be prevented effectively and the connection intensity of surrounding wall can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the case. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cases (4A,4B)    Surrounding wall (34)    Protruding line (61)    Low convex line portion (61A)    High convex line portion (61B)    Impact absorbing region (63)
NOVELTY - The system has electronic control unit that computes volumetric flow rate of air in compressor based on mass flow rate of air, detected by flow sensor. A lag time is computed until air reaches polymer electrolyte fuel cell from flow sensor based on volumetric flow rate. An electric power generation electric current is computed based on volumetric flow rate of air in fuel cell. An actual electric power generation electric current of fuel cell is restricted so that computed electric power generation electric current becomes actual electric power generation electric current.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train, vessel, hot water supply system and for domestic and commercial applications.    ADVANTAGE - Since the actual electric power generation electric current of actual fuel cell is restricted and the computed electric current becomes actual electric current, the insufficient air is prevented when a fuel cell produces electric power so that the deterioration of fuel cell is prevented without reducing electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell. The lag time is fluctuated corresponding to volumetric flow rate so that appropriate current limiting is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a laminated structure (100) which is formed by laminating several cell modules (20) in which each cell module is fastened in lamination direction by coupling a tension plate (31) with each end plate (30) with a bolt (32). A bus-bar arranged in a cooling medium discharge manifold along the lamination direction of the laminated structure is accommodated in a waterproof fuel cell case (CS) which is covered on the laminated structure.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the bus-bar is arranged in the cooling medium discharge manifold, the bus-bar can be protected from damage by collision etc. Hence, the manufacturing cost and installation cost of fuel cell can be suppressed while improving the freedom degree of installation place of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cell module (20)    End plate (30)    Tension plate (31)    Bolt (32)    Laminated structure (100)    Waterproof fuel cell case (CS)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle has a hydrogen sensor (20) that is attached to the ceiling surface of an upper panel (2) of a hydrogen tank module for detecting leakage of a hydrogen from a fuel cell system. A gas introduction piping (30A) is extended with respect to the hydrogen sensor for spraying gas for check to the detection portions (21) of the hydrogen sensor. An elliptical-shaped protection portion is provided in the front end of gas introduction piping for covering detection portions of the hydrogen sensor.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle e.g. fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Detection portions of the hydrogen sensor can be covered effectively by protection portions so that adhesion of foreign materials such as dust in the detection portions of the hydrogen sensor can be avoided. Hence, the leakage of hydrogen from fuel cell system can be detected accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the gas introduction piping of the fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Upper panel (2)    Hydrogen sensor (20)    Detection portions (21)    Gas introduction piping (30A)    Interior portion of vehicle (Q1)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has primary and secondary supply manifolds (21a,22a) and primary and secondary exhaust manifolds (21b,22b) that are provided in respective edge vicinities of gas flow path layer (20) for supplying the gas to the gas flow path layer. The flow resistance with respect to the gas flow from the primary supply manifold to the primary exhaust manifold is larger than that of gas flow from the secondary supply manifold to the secondary exhaust manifold. The gas is selectively flowed into specified direction of gas flow path layer.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell for use in vehicle such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the gas is selectively flowed into the specified direction of gas flow path layer, the diffusibility of gas can be improved and the water draining can be ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view explaining the gas flow at the time of electric power generation.    Gas flow path layer (20)    Primary supply manifold (21a)    Primary exhaust manifold (21b)    Secondary supply manifold (22a)    Secondary exhaust manifold (22b)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery (10) has a negative electrode collector (39) which supports an end of a winding core (15), while bundling several current collection leads (21) derived from a negative electrode (17). A battery can (13) is provided for accommodating the winding structure (20), positive electrode collector (24), and the negative electrode collector. The winding core is set as a hollow core filled with a transparent liquid by which an electrolyte solution is made to pass through. An electrolyte solution flow path (41) is formed between the collectors.    USE - Secondary battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle, etc. Can also be used in airplane, vessel, domestic electrical appliances, etc.    ADVANTAGE - An electrolyte solution can be easily poured inside the winding core, and it can be rapidly supplied to the winding structure, while eliminating the biasing of electrolyte solution in a short time. The solution can be equally spread over the winding structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the secondary battery.    Secondary battery (10)    Battery can (13)    Winding core (15)    Negative electrode (17)    Winding structure (20)    Current collection lead (21)    Positive electrode collector (24)    Negative electrode collector (39)    Electrolyte solution flow path (41)
NOVELTY - The circuit has multiple batteries connected in series and connected in series with a switch and a load. Multiple safety switches are connected between the batteries in series. The safety switches are provided with a housing and an operating element that comprises a handle and an operating rod. The operating rod is fixed below the handle and extended into the housing. A bar-shaped contact piece is provided on a side of a bottom portion of the operating rod, and a block-shaped lock tongue is provided between the handle and a contact piece that is made of an elastic metal piece.    USE - Circuit for a vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The circuit is capable of conveniently and effectively cutting off high voltage on two ends of a battery pack. The safety switch is connected in series between the batteries. The safety switch is convenient to operate, and is adaptive for the vehicle. The high voltage loop can be cut off by cutting off the safety switch during emergency condition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a vehicle battery circuit in partial section.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a heat exchange area (3) located at a lower part of a gas-liquid exchange area (2), and a nozzle control area (5) located at an upper part of the gas-liquid exchange area that is formed with a gas inlet (1). The heat exchange area is connected to a lower part of the gas flowing part (9). An upper part of the gas flowing part is formed with a gas outlet (7). The nozzle control area is formed with a combination nozzle (6) controlled by hand or a solenoid valve.    USE - Humidification apparatus for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus adjusts humidification amount, avoids the need of a water storing tank, increases humidification speed, and reaches set humidification temperature and humidification amount in a quick manner with low energy consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a humidification apparatus of a fuel cell.    Gas inlet (1)    Gas-liquid exchange area (2)    Heat exchange area (3)    Nozzle control area (5)    Combination nozzle (6)    Gas outlet (7)    Gas flowing part (9)
NOVELTY - The system has a battery pack internally provided with electrically connected battery units. A control unit collects signal of a temperature sensor, controls working states of a refrigeration unit and an electric heating unit, and controls a valve to select a major cycle or minor cycle, where the major cycle is a cycle pipeline formed by inlet and outlet of cooling liquid of the battery pack and main heat exchanger, the minor cycle is a cycle pipeline formed by the inlet and outlet of the cooling liquid of the battery pack and the refrigeration unit serially connected in the pipelines.    USE - Heat management system for a vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables the battery to be in a suitable temperature environment, thus prolonging the service life of the battery system, guaranteeing security of the battery system and reducing usage cost of the battery system. The method guarantees the temperature of the cooling liquid in the battery pack in a suitable range at different times.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The refrigeration unit is a refrigeration unit adopting compressor or semiconductor refrigeration device. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a working method of a heat management system for a vehicle battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a heat management system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The system has battery units provided in a battery packet and comprising multiple battery single bodies that are mutually connected together. Gaps filled with cooling fluid are mutually connected together, and a temperature sensor is provided in the gaps. The packet is provided with an inlet and an outlet of the cooling fluid, and pipelines of a large cycle and a small cycle are provided with a pump for driving the fluid to flow in the cycles. A control unit collects a signal of the temperature sensor and, controls working state of an electric heating unit, a refrigeration unit and the pump.    USE - Battery i.e. solar battery, heat management system for a vehicle i.e. car (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system keeps temperature of the cooling fluid in the battery packet in a suitable range. The system utilizes the battery in a suitable environment, and prolongs the service life of the battery system. The system guarantees safety battery system, and reduces utilizing cost of the battery system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a vehicle battery heat management system working method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a battery heat management system for a vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The system has a high voltage loop circuit locking monitoring module connected with a battery controller, which is connected with a vehicle controller and a relay for controlling on-and-off of a high voltage circuit of a battery. The vehicle controller is connected with a fault indicating unit, and a protecting fusing device is in serial connection with the high voltage circuit of the battery. A fusing device receives a signal from a battery insulation monitoring module, and the relay is connected with a vehicle striking sensor and a cover switch of a vehicle.    USE - Reliable failure management system for a battery (claimed) of a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system makes different treatment according to different battery failures in combination with running state of a motor to ensure safety of a driver while driving and improve safety of a battery system and prolongs service life of the battery, so that the battery system is reliable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a reliable battery failure management method for a hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a reliable battery failure management system for hybrid vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The electrolyte has an anode electrolyte and a cathode electrolyte made of vanadium ion and sulfate ion, where sulfate ion concentration of the anode electrolyte is greater than that of the cathode electrolyte. Total vanadium ion concentration in the anode electrolyte and the cathode electrolyte is 2.0-8.0 mole/liter. An addition agent is made of lithium nitrate, sodium nitrate, potassium nitrate, lithium chloride, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, lithium sulphate, sodium sulphate and potassium sulfate. A reducing agent is made of oxalic acid, hydrogen peroxide and sulphur dioxide.    USE - Electrolyte for an all-vanadium flow battery.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte allows electrolyzing the anode electrolyte precursor and the cathode electrolyte precursor to obtain the anode electrolyte and the cathode electrolyte of the all-vanadium flow battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for preparing an electrolyte of an all-vanadium flow battery.
NOVELTY - An ionic liquid contains a fluoro sulfonyl(trifluoromethyl sulfonyl amide) (FTA) anion and a cation. The cation is chosen from tetramethyl ammonium, ethyltrimethyl ammonium, n-propyl trimethyl ammonium, diethyl dimethyl ammonium, di-n-propyldimethyl ammonium, tri-ethyl-methyl ammonium, n-butyl di ethylmethyl ammonium, N,N- diethyl N-methyl-N-(2-methoxyethyl) ammonium, tetraethylammonium, tetra n-propyl ammonium, tetra n-butylammonium, tetra n-pentyl ammonium, 5-azonia spir(4.4)nonane, dimethyl imidazole, propylmethyl imidazole and butyl methylimidazole.    USE - Ionic liquid is used for electrolyte for lithium secondary battery, dye-sensitized solar cell, fuel cell, actuator, electrical double layer capacitor, and chemical devices, and lubricating oil.    ADVANTAGE - The ionic liquid has high electro-conductivity, and low viscosity and melting point.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An ionic liquid contains a fluoro sulfonyl(trifluoromethyl sulfonyl amide) (FTA) anion and a cation. The cation is chosen from tetramethyl ammonium, ethyltrimethyl ammonium, n-propyl trimethyl ammonium, diethyl dimethyl ammonium, di-n-propyldimethyl ammonium, tri-ethyl-methyl ammonium, n-butyl di ethylmethyl ammonium, N,N- diethyl N-methyl-N-(2-methoxyethyl) ammonium, tetraethylammonium, tetra n-propyl ammonium, tetra n-butylammonium, tetra n-pentyl ammonium, 5-azonia spiro(4.4)nonane, dimethyl imidazole, propylmethyl imidazole, butyl methylimidazole, N,N-dimethyl pyrrolidinium, N-methyl-N-ethyl pyrrolidinium, N-methyl-N-butyl pyrrolidinium, N,N-dimethyl-piperidinium, N-methyl-N-ethyl-piperidinium, N-methyl-N-propyl-piperidinium, N-methyl-N-butyl- piperidinium, tetraethyl phosphonium or 5-phosphonia spiro(4.4)nonane.
NOVELTY - The cell has a membrane electrode reaction zone (203) and a cathode humidifying flow field (302) matched with each other. Cathode reaction gas (309) enters fuel cell monomer passed through the cathode humidifying flow field, enters a cathode gas reaction flow field (303) and flows out the cell after crossing a membrane electrode (200) and passing through an anode humidifying flow field (102). Water steam of tail gas (310) is transmitted to the cathode humidifying flow field permeated into a humidifying zone (202) to humidify one of the cathode reaction gas and anode reaction gas (109).    USE - Fuel cell for an uninterruptible power system and engine system of an electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The cell directly utilizes the tail gas to perform humidifying to the inlet gas. The humidifying zone and the reaction zone are provided on same one membrane electrode, so that cell has simple structure, water management of the cell can be simplified and the system power density can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fuel cell.    Anode humidifying flow field (102)    Anode reaction gas (109)    Membrane electrode (200)    Humidifying zone (202)    Membrane electrode reaction zone (203)    Cathode humidifying flow field (302)    Cathode gas reaction flow field (303)    Cathode reaction gas (309)    Tail gas (310)
NOVELTY - The coach has a wind energy generating set group (4) mounted on a top part, and air direction guide plates (5) equipped at left and right of two sides of a wind energy generating set group. A solar photovoltaic generating system (6) is mounted on a surface of an uppermost layer. An in-coach high-energy accumulator battery pack (8) comprises a staple accumulator battery (8-1) for back wheels, a staple accumulator battery (8-2) for front wheels and a spare battery (8-3). An accumulator battery pack switch control charging and generating unit (9) is mounted on a steering wheel.    USE - Electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The car solves the technical problems involved in power generation, and enables charging the car when the car is in running state, thus eliminating the need of external charging power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electric motor car.    Wind energy generating set group (4)    Air direction guide plates (5)    Solar photovoltaic generating system (6)    Staple accumulator batteries (8-1, 8-2)    Spare battery (8-3)    Accumulator battery pack switch control charging and generating unit (9)
NOVELTY - The unit (100) has an electrical connection terminal (120) inserted into a housing (130) where edge of the electrical connection terminal is separated from the housing. The electrical connection terminal is in contact with a spring (110). Multiple connection apparatuses are equipped in a cell cover combined in a lower part of a mainframe in a lower part of the unit. A cable (140) for a connector is equipped in a side of the mainframe. A fixing cover is fixed to the lower part of the mainframe. A ground part (121) prevents the secession of the electrical connection terminal.    USE - Electrical interface unit for electrically connecting a battery cell module and electronic control unit (ECU) of a vehicle i.e. electromobile.    ADVANTAGE - The spring and the cable are securely bonded in the housing by using an automated instrument without using brazing welding process, thus increasing the productivity of the interface unit. The interface unit reduces personnel cost and avoids short-circuit problem, and is inexpensive. The electrical connection terminal and connector are quickly connected by the cable. The configuration of the interface unit is simple, and can be conveniently manufactured. The interface unit prevents the moisture from flowing into the electrical connection terminal by using the fixing cover, thus eliminating condensation by the moisture and ensuring safety of the electrical connection terminal and the connector even in short-circuit by the moisture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of an electrical interface unit for electrically connecting battery cell module and electronic control unit of a vehicle.    Electrical interface unit (100)    Spring (110)    Electrical connection terminal (120)    Ground part (121)    Housing (130)    Cable (140)
NOVELTY - Source gas and water are mixed in water evaporation unit (7). A modification-catalyst layer (9) is used to supply gas mixture from water evaporation unit. Combustion exhaust gas from burner (4) is made to flow through combustion exhaust gas flow path (16) inside water evaporation unit. Water evaporation unit has round bars (8) such that pitch between round bars is changed according to amount of heat exchange in combustion exhaust gas flow path or water evaporation unit and selective-oxidation catalyst layer (11).    USE - Hydrogen-producing apparatus for use in fuel cell power generating device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The supply of droplet to the modification-catalyst layer can be prevented so that temperature of the modification-catalyst layer can be kept appropriate. The stabilization of the performance of the hydrogen-producing apparatus can be attained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell power generating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the hydrogen-producing apparatus.    Burner (4)    Water evaporation unit (7)    Round bars (8)    Modification-catalyst layer (9)    Selective-oxidation catalyst layer (11)    Combustion exhaust gas flow path (16)
NOVELTY - An adhesive agent contains chitosan derivative (I).    USE - Adhesive agent is used for positive electrode for nonaqueous electrolyte battery (both claimed) for fuel cell such as lithium cell used as power supply for portable electronic device such as digital camera and personal digital assistant.    ADVANTAGE - The agent has excellent adhesiveness, and provides nonaqueous electrolyte battery having excellent leak-proof performance and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An adhesive agent contains chitosan derivative of formula (I).    R=-CH2-CH(-OH)-CH2-OH or H;and    m,l=not defined.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) positive electrode of nonaqueous electrolyte battery which has positive electrode active material bonded with surface of positive electrode collector using the adhesive agent; and    (2) nonaqueous electrolyte battery (10) which has laminated structure as cladding material (11) including metal foil and polymer films bonded using the adhesive agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of nonaqueous electrolyte battery.    Nonaqueous electrolyte battery (10)    Cladding material (11)    Electric power generation element (12)    Tab-type terminals (13,14)    Olefin-type films (15a,15b)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery (1) consists of a positive electrode (4) containing an active material which occludes and discharges a lithium ion, a negative electrode (3) containing an active material which occludes and discharges a lithium ion, and a non-aqueous electrolyte. The positive-electrode active material contains lithium-iron phosphate, and a lithium-iron complex oxide having an olivine structure. The electrolyte contains a compound having an oxidative-degradation electric potential of 3.8-4.2 V by lithium reference.    USE - Non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery is used as power supply of electric equipment and portable electronic devices. Uses include but are not limited to personal computers, electric vehicles, power tools, video cameras, and mobile telephones.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery has excellent storage characteristics, safety, and overcharge-suppression performance characteristics. The compound contained in the electrolyte has excellent stability at the voltage at which the battery is used. Reduction of discharge capacity resulting from an oxidation decomposition product is prevented. The responsiveness of the compound is good when the battery is in overcharge state. The reaction efficiency by which lithium ion is extracted out from the positive electrode is reduced, and heat-emission of the battery is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery.    Non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery (1)    Electrode group (2)    Negative electrode (3)    Positive electrode (4)    Separator (5)
NOVELTY - An electrical double layer capacitor has a polarizing electrode having polarizing electrode layer containing carbon fiber (1-20 mass parts) and activated charcoal (100 mass parts). The carbon fiber has Brunauer Emmett Teller specific surface area of 30-1000 m2/g, lactol group content of 50-150 mmol/kg by measured neutralization titration method, and hydroxyl group content of 50-150 mmol/kg, and does not contain aggregate having diameter of 5 mu m or more.    USE - Electrical double layer capacitor is used for electrical storage source apparatus, non-contact charge system for charge system of electrical/electronic device and motor vehicle, robot, micro electro mechanical system, toy, medical device, sensor and heater (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, electric power system for mobile telephone, mobile information terminal, portable electronic computer, business machine, ships, railway and aircraft, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical double layer capacitor has high output characteristics, charging and discharging characteristics even in environment from high to low temperature, energy density and safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) carbon material, which contains carbon fiber and activated charcoal. The activated charcoal has pore diameter of 0.6-0.8 nm, pore volume of 0.08-0.11 cm3/g, total pore volume of 8-11% and Brunauer Emmett Teller specific surface area of 700-2200 m2/g measured by Haley-Knott (HK) method from argon adsorption isotherm method;    (2) polarizing electrode containing carbon material;    (3) manufacture of polarizing electrode; and    (4) manufacture of carbon material.
NOVELTY - A fuel mixing apparatus (1) comprises a container capable of accommodating a fuel (12) and containing a first inlet, second inlet, first outlet and second outlet; and a tank (11) floating on the fuel inside the container, containing a pair of openings and communicating with the second inlet and the second outlet through flexible tubes respectively.    USE - In the fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The tank of fuel mixing apparatus is capable of adjusting its location in accordance with the surface of the fuel, while the flexible tubes are still capable of keeping an unhindered passage for the gas or liquid to enter or to be exhausted from the container smoothly. The fuel cell installed in a portable electronic appliance can be used even when the portable electronic appliance is shaken while being carried or used.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell module containing an anode zone and cathode zone; and a fuel mixing apparatus coupled to the fuel cell module and coupled to the anode zone through a first inlet and a first outlet and coupled to the cathode zone through a second inlet; and a tank floating on the fuel inside the container, containing a pair of openings and communicating with the second inlet and the second outlet through flexible tubes respectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the fuel cell system.    Fuel mixing apparatus (1)    Fuel cell module (2)    Fuel cell system (4)    Tank (11)    Fuel (12)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle (1) has a pump unit (PU) with a coolant pump (WP) which is driven by a pump motor (PM), for supplying the coolant to the fuel cell (FC). A control valve (CCV) is provided in the pump unit, for controlling the flow-volume of the coolant through the coolant pump.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively prevents the occurrence of operational failure of the fuel cell by effectively controlling the coolant flow rate using the control valve. Hence the fuel cell vehicle can be operated stably in reliable manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Control valve (CCV)    Fuel cell (FC)    Pump motor (PM)    Pump unit (PU)    Coolant pump (WP)
NOVELTY - The method involves dissolving high polymer compound polyvinylidene chloride into dimethyl sulfoxide solvent. Graphite powders are utilized as conductive filler. Flaky solid compound is formed after dimethyl sulfoxide volatilizes, and put in a plastic die press processing mold. Temperature of the compound is raised to 190-250 degrees centigrade and maintained for 15-60 minutes, 11-30 Mega Pascal pressure is applied and maintained for 3-10 minutes, and the compound is stripped to obtain a conductive bipolar plate with 1.0-2.1 millimeters thickness after cooling.    USE - Method for preparing a composite material bipolar plate of a flow battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method is applied to the large-scaled low cost producing process and provides simple flow battery bipolar plate processing procedure and better conductivity and lay foundation for developing chemical power supply technique of large-scale electric energy conversion and storage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The solvent is selected from any one of material or mixture such as dimethyl formamide, dimethyl acetamide and N-methylpyrrolidone. The conductive filler is selected from any one of material or mixture such as expansion graphite, carbon black, acetylene black, long carbon fiber, short carbon fiber and carbon nano tube. The high polymer compound is selected from any one of material or mixture such as polyvinyl chloride, polysulphone, polyether sulfone and polyether ether sulfone. The graphite powder is crystalline flake graphite.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram illustrating a process involved in a composite material bipolar plate preparing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A temperature adjustment box of green energy comprises the storage box means, wind power generation means, solar power generation means, and temperature adjustment means. The storage box means comprises a storage box, a base, a rotary groove, and a battery and can be installed on various kinds of vehicles; the wind power generation means comprises a wind conduction slot, a fan, and a power generator for generating the electrical energy which can be stored in the battery when the wind power generation is driven by airstream during the movement of a vehicle, thereby providing the natural power generation complying with the environment protection trend; the solar power generation means is a solar panel installed on the lid of the storage box for generating the electrical energy by solar energy, consistent with the use of green power; the temperature adjustment means comprises a cooling chip, a thermal plane of a thermal conductive element, a cool plane of a thermal conductive element, a heat dissipation groove, and a switch, wherein the cooling chip, the thermal plane of a thermal conductive element and the cool plane of a thermal conductive element form a rectangular block which can be rotated by an user to turn upward the thermal plane of a thermal conductive element or the cool plane of a thermal conductive element. The heat of the thermal plane of a thermal conductive element and the cool plane of a thermal conductive element can be brought away by the natural airstream on the bottom of the storage box, and the temperature can be adjusted accordingly.
NOVELTY - Inorganic ion conductive membrane manufacturing involves arranging a metal and a conductive wire made of material similar to metal inside metallic conduit. Anode current is applied to the metal and cathode current is applied to the conductive wire. An electrolyte is applied to the metal and conductive wire to form an inorganic coating including multiple air holes on one part of both sides of the metal, to which anode current is applied.    USE - Method for manufacturing inorganic ion conductive membrane for use in fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inorganic ion conductive membrane manufacturing method provides inorganic ion conductive membrane, which has maximized performance at high temperature and good physical impact, prevents fuel leakage and thus ensures stability and reliability of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for manufacturing fuel cell, which involves:    (A) arranging a metal and a conductive wire made of material similar to metal inside metallic conduit;    (B) applying anode current to the metal and cathode current to the conductive wire;    (C) applying electrolyte to the metal and conductive wire to form inorganic coating; and    (D) applying catalyst solution of precious metal to inorganic coating to form catalyst layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of exterior wall structure of fuel cell.    Exterior wall structure (200)    Inorganic ion conductive membrane (210)    Catalyst layer (230)
NOVELTY - The surface of high-molecular films is treated with a strong-oxidizing compound, to obtain a pre-treated film. A thermosetting resin is coated on both sides of the pre-treated film. Several films are stacked and bound, heated, and dried. The obtained product is heated and pressurized, to obtain a net-like high-molecular film. The product is cured and carbonized, to obtain a carbon paper. A water-proof paste is uniformly coated on the surface of carbon paper, and dried to obtain a special carbon paper of thickness 0.1-1.8 mm.    USE - Manufacture of special carbon paper used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables simple, eco-friendly and easy manufacture of special carbon paper having excellent quality and high-performance characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - High-molecular films of uniform thickness are chosen as substrates, wet-impregnating oxidization is used, strong-oxidizing compound is used as impregnating liquid, and the surface of the film is treated to obtain a pre-treated film. A thermosetting resin is used as a binding agent and uniformly coated on both sides of the pre-treated film. Several high-molecular films are stacked and bound, heated, and dried. The obtained product is heated and pressurized, to obtain a net-like high-molecular film of uniform thickness. The product is cured for 5-15 minutes at 150-250 degrees C, put into a high-temperature carbonizing furnace, and carbonized at high temperature to obtain a carbon paper. A water-proof paste is uniformly coated on the surface of carbon paper, and dried to obtain a special carbon paper of thickness 0.1-1.8 mm.
NOVELTY - The battery has a housing (1) i.e. plastic-aluminum composite housing, provided with an anode film (4) and a cathode film (5), and a battery pack provided with a diaphragm. The anode film is connected with an anode tab (2). A cathode tab (3) is connected with the cathode film. The anode tab and the cathode tab are respectively fixed to outer lateral sides on two ends of the housing. The diaphragm is equipped in two square film chambers, where length and width of the square film chamber are ranged from 5 to 200 millimeters and 5 to 150 millimeters, respectively.    USE - Power-type polymer lithium-ion battery for use in an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery enhances capacity conservation rate and discharge capacity, and achieves better radiation performance. The battery avoids obvious change of battery temperature during discharging, greatly reduces short circuit and micro-short circuit circumstances, and enhances safety performance. The battery is convenient for subsequent parallel assembly of batteries, and has high manufacturing efficiency and battery pack performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side partial sectional view of a power-type polymer lithium-ion battery.    Housing (1)    Anode tab (2)    Cathode tab (3)    Anode film (4)    Cathode film (5)
NOVELTY - This invention relates to an optical water level meter, basically it is to install a light-emitting device on a location of a mixed fuel tank and install a light-receiving device on the other side of the tank. The mixed solution has a high-level height and a low-level height, and a height level. When the testing light is emitted from the emitting device, it passes through the mixed fuel tank and the position of the high-level height of the mixed solution, then goes through the mixed solution and arrives at the position of low-level height, and finally arrives at the light-receiving device. When the testing light source again passes through the mixed solution, it will exhibit different changes at the light-receiving device end due to the difference of liquid levels. The results from the experimental data can be used to analyze the level of the liquid or to determine whether there is liquid in the tank or not.
NOVELTY - The material has a carbon material coated with vapor growth carbon fiber (VOCE) and amorphous graphite. Another carbon material is made of natural graphite, artificial graphite, amorphous-coated graphite, resin-coated graphite and amorphous carbon. A conductive carbon fiber is uniformly dispersed throughout the former carbon material, where the carbon materials are mixed with each other by performing heat-treating process at a specific temperature range in non-oxidizing atmosphere.    USE - Negative electrode active material for use in a lithium secondary battery in a portable electronic instrument such as a personal digital assistant, cellular phone, notebook computer, electromobile and an electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive carbon fiber is uniformly dispersed throughout the carbon material, and the carbon materials are mixed with each other, thus achieving high electrode density and providing the negative electrode active material with better electrochemical properties such as charge/discharge efficiency and cycle characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for manufacturing a negative electrode active material    (2) a lithium secondary battery comprising a negative electrode active material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart illustrating a negative electrode active material manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The system has a cell stack (1) with cells (10), where each cell includes a cathode (2) and an anode (3) that are separated by a polymer membrane (5) e.g. NAFION (RTM: perfluorinated polymer membrane). Upstream and downstream collectors (12, 14) supply air from the cells. A water recovery system (6) transfers, by pervaporation, quantity of water vapor from the downstream collector to the upstream collector. An estimation unit (16) estimates humidity of the cells, and a downstream oxygen sensor (19) is located on the downstream collector between the stack and the recovery system.    USE - Fuel cell system i.e. proton exchange membrane fuel cell system, for producing power for a motor vehicle i.e. automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The estimation unit estimates the humidity of the cells, and the downstream oxygen sensor is located on the downstream collector between the cell stack and the water recovery system, thus permitting regulation of the system so as to act on humidity of the membrane before that the membrane is not dry or humid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for regulating a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Cell stack (1)    Cathode (2)    Anode (3)    Polymer membrane (5)    Water recovery system (6)    Cells (10)    Upstream collector (12)    Downstream collector (14)    Estimation unit (16)    Downstream oxygen sensor (19)
NOVELTY - The car has a power generator fixed to a car body, electrically connected to an auxiliary battery of an electric storage unit and driven by a driver of an engine unit to generate power. A wind power generator is fixed to a windward side of the car body, and a solar power generator is fixed to a surface of the car body. The wind power generator is provided with a rotation piece that is rotated under force of natural wind. Another generator is connected to the rotation piece, electrically connected to a master battery and driven to generate the power through the rotation piece.    USE - Environment-friendly oxyhydrogen car.    ADVANTAGE - The car supplies renewable source to the oxyhydrogen unit to generate the oxyhydrogen gas, so that the car has enough electric power for generating the oxyhydrogen gas, thus preventing increased fuel consumption due to insufficient oxyhydrogen gas supply. The car is provided with multiple electric power sources.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an environment-friendly oxyhydrogen car.
NOVELTY - The device has a fuel cell system (12), where the device is not permanently installed in a mobile vehicle (10). A part of the device is arranged at a stand or a moorage (14) of the mobile vehicle. The device manages power balance of the fuel cell system in dependent of an environment parameter e.g. water parameter and time parameter, and/or mobile room parameter e.g. motor temperature, and comprises a fuel tank and/or battery i.e. rechargeable battery (34). The device is supplied with electrical energy an/or fuel by the fuel cell system.    USE - Power management device for managing power balance in a mobile vehicle i.e. boat, and in a fixing point e.g. extension, bollard and cleat (all claimed). Can also be used for a land vehicle e.g. passenger car, bus, lorry, caravan, mobile home or trailer, and a floatable device e.g. ship, motorboat, sailboat, submarine, river boat, coasting vessel, deep-sea vessel, ferry boat, buoy and watercraft, and a rail vehicle, cable car and mobile or semi-mobile dwelling e.g. mobile home, tent, bus shelter and water closet shelter.    ADVANTAGE - The device is designed to enable gap-less operational readiness of the mobile vehicle, and avoiding unnecessary fuel consumption, and hence providing the mobile vehicle with less weight and with reduced cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a cable for connecting a mobile vehicle with a fixing point    (2) a tube coupling component for a tube coupling    (3) a method for needs-based maintenance of a mobile vehicle with a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a boat as a mobile vehicle.    Mobile room (10)    Fuel cell system (12)    Stand or moorage (14)    Mobile phone (20)    Rechargeable battery (34)
NOVELTY - The device (1) has two surfaces (3, 4) opposite to each other. Semiconductor chips are provided, where each chip comprises a front side and a back side. A heat emitting element (9) is electrically and thermally connected with the back side of each semiconductor chip. Another heat emitting element (10) is electrically and thermally connected with the front side of each semiconductor chip. A resin mold (11) seals the heat emitting elements with the semiconductor chips. The heat emitting elements are exposed to both the surfaces.    USE - Semiconductor device for use in an inverter controller in a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat emitting element is manufactured with high accuracy concerning molding tolerance, without a step for removing a resin burr of the resin mold, as the heat emitting element is exposed to both the surfaces such that the device exhibits a reciprocal heat emitting structure. The heat emitting elements are clamped over the resin mold such that clamping force is only applied on one of the heat emitting elements, without directly applying the clamping force on the semiconductor chip, thus avoiding damage to the semiconductor chip by the clamping force.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top perspective view of a semiconductor device.    Semiconductor device (1)    Connection (2)    Surfaces (3, 4)    Heat emitting elements (9, 10)    Resin mold (11)
NOVELTY - The system has a fuel cell system (20) operating a tempering system (24) for a temperature-sensitive battery (18) e.g. lithium ion batteries. An additional battery (22) is provided for starting the fuel cell system. The temperature-sensitive battery is tampered depending on an operating temperature of the temperature-sensitive battery. The additional battery is tempered by an additional tempering system (26) depending on an operating temperature of the additional battery in a starting phase of the fuel cell system.    USE - Power supply system for mobile or stationary units of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system operates the tempering system for the temperature-sensitive battery, thus driving the tempering system by an electrical energy supplied by the fuel cell system and by thermal energy of the gas cell, and hence achieving the utilization of electrical and thermal energy, without the operation of the internal combustion engine in the vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for tempering a temperature-sensitive battery of a power supply system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a power supply system.    Temperature-sensitive battery (18)    Fuel cell system (20)    Additional battery (22)    Tempering system (24)    Additional tempering system (26)
NOVELTY - A floor panel (40) has a floor portion (41) that extends from both sides of the center tunnel portion (42). A battery control apparatus (23) is accommodated at upper surface of a battery box (22) such that center tunnel portion is covered along downward direction. A connection harness (25) is connected to rear surface of the battery box.    USE - Fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The penetration of water and foreign materials into the center tunnel portion and battery control apparatus can be prevented without the usage of the shielding board and the water can be ejected to exterior surface, hence damage of the battery control apparatus and generation of noise can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery control apparatus accommodation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the vehicle.    Battery box (22)    Battery control apparatus (23)    Connection harness (25)    Floor panel (40)    Floor portion (41)    Center tunnel portion (42)
NOVELTY - The electric vehicle has a battery box (42) that accommodates battery (41) out of a compartment. A piping (51) arranged out of compartment is provided with inlet port (512). A temperature regulating apparatus (50) introduces air to the battery for controlling the temperature of battery. The electrical devices such as battery controller (61), fan controller (541), battery contactor (71) are extended from a storage case among equalization circuits (81) and are connected to piping (51) by bleeding pipe (90) through a filter consisting of porous material.    USE - Electric vehicle such as fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The internal pressure of electrical device can be adjusted reliably using bleeding piping and piping. The freedom degree of layout of an electrical device can be improved effectively. The waterproof property of storage case can be improved as air can be distributed inside the storage case for preventing infiltration of water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of battery system of electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (41)    Battery box (42)    Temperature regulating apparatus (50)    Piping (51)    Battery controller (61)    Battery contactor (71)    Equalization circuit (81)    Bleeding pipe (90)    Inlet port (512)    Fan controller (541)
NOVELTY - The cooling device (10) has main battery exhaust air circulation path (15MB) for circulating main battery cooling air (14MB) after cooling the main battery (MB), and a sub-battery cooling air circulation path (14SB) for supplying cooling air to sub-batteries (SB1,SB2). Several wind direction controlling valves (17A-17F) switch the distribution channel of the cooling air. A battery cooling apparatus (13) operates the controlling valves for controlling the distribution channel of main battery cooling air and cooling air.    USE - Cooling device of battery such as lithium ion battery, nickel cadmium battery and nickel hydrogen battery for electric vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and plug-in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The batteries can be cooled efficiently, and the energy efficiency of the battery cooling can be improved by utilizing the cooling air. The size and cost of the cooling device can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the cooling device.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cooling device (10)    Battery cooling apparatus (13)    Main battery cooling air (14MB)    Sub-battery cooling air circulation path (14SB)    Main battery exhaust air circulation path (15MB)    Wind direction controlling valves (17A-17F)    Main battery (MB)    Sub-batteries (SB1,SB2)
NOVELTY - The battery (10) has a battery can (11) for accommodating winding structures (20), positive electrode collector (25) and negative electrode collector (42). The negative electrode collector has a bottom surface (38) and a front portion (37) extended from edge of bottom surface. The outer diameter of the bottom surface of the negative electrode collector is smaller than the inner diameter of battery can, so that the front end surface of negative electrode collector is welded to bottom of battery can.    USE - Secondary battery for secondary battery module (claimed) mounted in vehicle, and mobile phone.    ADVANTAGE - The strength of the secondary battery is improved, so that the durability of the battery is improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for secondary battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the secondary battery.    Secondary battery (10)    Battery can (11)    Winding structures (20)    Positive electrode collector (25)    Front portion (37)    Bottom surface (38)    Negative electrode collector (42)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery (1) has several plate-shaped bus-bars (11-13), on whose upper surfaces a flow path is divided so as to circulate the refrigerant. An insulation portion (14) opposing the upper surface of a cube-shaped case (100) is formed, for insulating the bus-bars.    USE - Assembled battery e.g. lithium ion battery and nickel battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the flow paths are divided among the bus-bars, the device for forming the flow path separately is eliminated. Hence, the number of components can be reduced, while circulating the refrigerant uniformly while improving the heating and cooling efficiency of the assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the assembled battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Assembled battery (1)    Battery (10)    Plate-shaped bus-bars (11-13)    Insulation portion (14)    Cube-shaped case (100)
NOVELTY - A purge valve (26) and a scavenging gas exhaust valve (27) are provided in respective downstream piping (26a,27a) through which the fuel-off gas from fuel cell flows. A protection structure is formed in the piping along the vehicle width direction. An inlet (32b) for oxidizing agent gas is attached to humidifier (32) which humidifies the oxidizing agent gas with a humidification liquid.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Piping can be protected suitably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top and side views of the humidifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Purge valve (26)    Piping (26a,27a)    Scavenging gas exhaust valve (27)    Humidifier (32)    Inlet (32b)
NOVELTY - The under cover (81a) is fixed to lower surface of lower frame (130b) of radiator (Rad) with resin clip (84a) to form fixed portion (84c). The clip is deformed and damaged, when the mass of water which flows in between the front grill (81) and radiator, exceeds preset value. The fixed portion is released by the damage of clip and water flow path (82) is formed along lower frame of under cover.    USE - Structure of under cover such as splash shield for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cover structure which can prevent the damage of radiator even when mass of water flowing between front grill and radiator exceeds preset value, can be provided effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the structure of splash shield.    Front grill (81)    Under cover (81a)    Water flow path (82)    Resin clip (84a)    Fixed portion (84c)    Lower frame (130b)    Radiator (Rad)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack (10) has a cooling medium inlet manifold (50a) and outlet manifold (50b) integrally molded in the end plate (24a) which encloses the fuel cell stack. The edge portion of the cooling medium inlet manifold and the outlet manifold has a cover (58a,58b) held by respective brackets (82a,82b) which are integrally formed with the mount frame.    USE - Fuel cell stack for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The number of components is reduced and the mounting structure is simplified, as the bracket for holding the cover to the mount frame is integrally formed with the mount frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of the fuel cell stack. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    End plate (24a)    Cooling medium inlet manifold (50a)    Cooling medium outlet manifold (50b)    Covers (58a,58b)    Brackets (82a,82b)
NOVELTY - A gas supply unit (32) supplies the hydrogen gas to an anode electrode of fuel cell (10) through a hydrogen gas flow path (13), to generate electric power in the fuel cell. A purge valve (351) is arranged in the anode gas flow path, and positioned in open state at the time of supplying hydrogen gas. The electric power generation in the fuel cell is started, when the fuel cell voltage reaches predetermined value. The hydrogen gas is diluted by the dilution device (50), when moisture content is generated in inside of hydrogen gas path during electric power generation.    USE - Fuel cell system for use as power source of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Effectively reduces the time consumption for inhibiting the moisture content in the hydrogen gas flow path, by diluting the hydrogen gas using the dilution device. The electric power generation efficiency and durability of the fuel cell system can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Hydrogen gas flow path (13)    Gas supply unit (32)    Dilution device (50)    Purge valve (351)
NOVELTY - The method involves molding the electroconductive metal oxide powder in a sheet form with an organic binder so as to form a ceramic sheet (5'). The ceramic sheet is positioned between an air electrode (1) positioned on fuel electrode (3), and an air electrode side separator (4). The ceramic sheet is heated so as to remove the organic binder such that the ceramic sheet is changed to a connection layer (5).    USE - Preparation method of solid oxide fuel cell used as battery in vehicle, home-use cogeneration system and turbine electric power generation system used in power station.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical resistance between the air electrode and the separator can be reduced reliably without using the platinum plate between the electrode and separator. Thus, the preparation cost of the fuel cell is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the sectional views of slid oxide fuel cell at the time of manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Air electrode (1)    Fuel electrode (3)    Air electrode side separator (4)    Connection layer (5)    Ceramic sheet (5')
NOVELTY - The battery pack (2) accommodates battery cell in a space having grid-like partition. A press surface channel (4) is arranged in a portion contacting edge portion of battery cell when the battery cell is accommodated in inner surface.    USE - Box-type battery pack for portable electronic device such as notebook personal computer, and motor vehicle e.g. electric vehicle, hybrid car and electrically-assisted bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the press surface channel is arranged in a portion contacting the edge portion of battery cell, the tolerance with respect to the impact or vibration can be strengthened.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the battery pack.    Battery pack (2)    Press surface channel (4)    Hole for electrodes (10a)
NOVELTY - The storage battery has electrode group (1) that is formed by stacking the positive electrode plate and negative electrode plate through retainer. A spacer (4) made of glass fiber is arranged to adhere the bottom face side of electrode group. The thickness of spacer is 3-7 mm.    USE - Sealing-type lead storage battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the spacer is arranged to adhere the bottom face side of electrode group, the durability of battery can be improved with high capacity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the sealing-type lead storage battery.    Electrode group (1)    Spacer (4)
NOVELTY - The measurement apparatus has a to-be-measured variable capacitor charged by each battery cell of a battery cell unit. The voltage of the capacitor is measured, when each battery cell is disconnected. The capacitance of the capacitor is reduced. The voltage of the capacitor is measured. The capacitance correction conditions are set based on the voltages. The capacitance of the capacitor is corrected based on the capacitance correction conditions.    USE - Voltage measurement apparatus for battery cell unit mounted in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The capacitance of to-be-measured variable capacitor is corrected precisely and in short time, by using the capacitance correction conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for voltage measurement method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart illustrating the voltage measurement process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) has a potentiostat (4) which connects electroconductive elements (2) supporting laminated portion (1). A primary layer (7) is formed in one surface and secondary layer (8) is formed in other surface of electroconductive element. A catalyst metal-ion containing solution (10) is supplied to contact location of electroconductive element and laminated portion. The catalyst metal is deposited in primary or secondary layer to which catalyst metal-ion containing solution is supplied, when electrical potential difference is produced between the layers.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing electrode for fuel cell used in motor vehicle such as electric vehicle, and domestic co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the catalyst metal-ion containing solution is supplied by electrical potential difference condition, the productivity of electrode is improved so that utilization factor of catalyst metal is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the manufacturing apparatus of electrode for fuel cell.    Laminated portion (1)    Electroconductive element (2)    Potentiostat (4)    Primary layer (7)    Secondary layer (8)    Catalyst metal-ion containing solution (10)    Manufacturing apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - The method involves estimating the discharge current value of a battery, based on the detected voltage value of the battery. The relationship of the voltage value and the voltage change rate per unit time according to the discharge current value is stored beforehand. The voltage value of the battery is detected for several times. The voltage change rate per unit time of the battery is calculated, based on the detected voltage value for several times. The discharge current value is estimated by applying the detected voltage value and change rate to the stored relationship.    USE - Discharge current estimation method for battery of power supply device (claimed) for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The discharge current of the battery can be estimated without using a current sensor, so that the overdischarge of the battery can be automatically prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) discharge current estimation apparatus of battery; and    (2) power supply device for vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the operation of the power supply device for vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The electrode has a composite electrode (4) containing conductive polymer and electrically connected to current collection electrode (2). A current collection layer (3) containing non-fibrous carbon, is formed between the composite electrode and current collection electrode. The content of the non-fibrous carbon in the current collection layer is 1-20mg/cm2.    USE - Electrode for Faraday capacitor (claimed) for power supply mounted in vehicles such as hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the current collection layer containing non-fibrous carbon, is formed between composite electrode and current collection electrode, the favorable electric inter-arrangement of current collection electrode and composite electrode is obtained, without increasing the quantity of binder in composite electrode. The carbon nanotube which is excellent in electrical conductivity is obtained and the Faraday capacitor with large energy density and power density is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode for Faraday capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the electrode for Faraday capacitor.    Gold wire (1)    Current collection electrode (2)    Current collection layer (3)    Composite electrode (4)
NOVELTY - The device has a bending part of circular arc shape attached to an electrically conductive part i.e. wire harness, through a fixture. A magnetic flux detecting part i.e. sensor part (17), is positioned in an inner side of the bending part to detect magnetic flux produced by electric current that flows through an edge part vicinity of the bending part. A fixing tool fixes the conductive part to a wiring position. The conductive part includes a battery (1) whose terminal (7) is connected to a battery post (3). A mutual connection part (11) connects the battery post and the terminal.    USE - Electric current measuring device for measuring electric current flowing through an electrically conductive part i.e. wire harness, from a battery in a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic flux detecting part is positioned in the inner side of the bending part to detect magnetic flux produced by electric current flowing through the edge part vicinity of the bending part, so that the measurement precision of the electric current, which flows through the electrically conductive part is raised.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for measuring current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view representing batteries of a motor vehicle provided with an electric current measuring device.    Battery (1)    Battery post (3)    Terminal (7)    Mutual connection part (11)    Sensor part (17)
NOVELTY - The system (36) has a heater core coolant loop (54) with an inlet for operatively engaging a heater core for receiving a coolant. An outlet (66) of the loop selectively directs the coolant back into the loop, and another outlet (68) selectively directs the coolant into a power plant (24). A coolant pump (70) pumps the coolant through the loop. A coolant heater (72) upstream of the core selectively heats the coolant flowing through the heater. A coolant line (56) receives the coolant from a heater core outlet (65) of the power plant and directs the coolant into the loop.    USE - Heating system i.e. heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, for a vehicle e.g. automotive vehicle (claimed) such as plug-in hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system stops engine coolant flow to the heater core during air conditioning operating modes, thus minimizing electric compressor power consumption during cabin heating and defrost/defogging when the vehicle is in electric vehicle mode, during initial stages of engine-on operation and during hybrid engine operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The heater is an electric, positive temperature coefficient heater. The power plant is internal combustion engine or a fuel cell. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an automotive vehicle comprising an engine compartment    (2) a method for operating a heating system in a vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a vehicle with a heating system.    Power plant (24)    Heating system (36)    Heater core coolant loop (54)    Coolant line (56)    Heater core outlet (65)    Outlets (66, 68)    Coolant pump (70)    Coolant heater (72)
NOVELTY - The method involves setting an output voltage of either primary or secondary power device as a target voltage and is detected. A DC-DC converter (36) is controlled by multiplying an error between detected output voltage and target voltage with a feedback coefficient. The upper and lower arm switching devices (81,82) are alternatively turned ON respectively before and after a dead time so that output voltage is equal to the target voltage. The feedback coefficient is increased while detecting current flowing through reactor (90) changes across the zero.    USE - Method for controlling direct current (DC)-DC converter of fuel cell vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The surges can be reliably and efficiently reduced by absorbing detection error which is done by increasing the feedback coefficient when detected reactor current fall within adjustment range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of fuel cell vehicle.    Fuel cell vehicle (20)    DC-DC converter (36)    Upper arm switching device (81)    Lower arm switching device (82)    Reactor (90)
NOVELTY - The device has a fixing member (1) with an inner wall surface that forms a hole (21) for inserting a wire (21a). A wire holding section fitted to the hole of the fixing member holds the wire. A hermetic sealing section arranged in the hole seals the wire holding section to prevent water from entering into the hole of the fixing member. A vent path is provided in the fixing member and the wire holding section to communicate with a gas residual section in the hole, and discharges flammable gas e.g. hydrogen gas, leaked into the gas residual section to an outside air (W).    USE - Device for holding a component i.e. wire (claimed), for a fuel cell system that is utilized in a vehicle, electronic apparatus, stationary equipment, transportable equipment, industry, and electrical equipment. Can also be used for holding other components such as sensor e.g. temperature sensor or pressure sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The vent path discharges the flammable gas e.g. hydrogen gas, leaked into the gas residual section to the outside air, thus effectively preventing the gas from remaining in the component holding device so as to improve the safety. The holding device effectively prevents water such as rainwater, existing in the outside air from entering through a resistance member into the vent path. The holding device improves the mounting accuracy of a fluid supply valve.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a fluid supply valve assembly device in a state where a fluid supply valve is mounted on a fixing member of a tank that stores high pressure gas.    Outside air (W)    Fixing member (1)    Hole (21)    Wire (21a)    Tank chamber (30)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has an electronic control unit (ECU) (40) with a scavenging process execution unit (42) to supply scavenging gas into an anode gas system. An ignition switch (41) detects a startup request for fuel cell and the ECU detects the concentration of anode gas in the anode gas system. A purge process execution unit (43) determines whether to continue the scavenging process or to prohibit the starting of fuel cell based on the detected gas concentration, when startup request for the fuel cell is detected while performing the scavenging process.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric power generation. Can also be used in automotive vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is prohibited from starting during the scavenging process, and stable power generation of fuel cell system can be ensured after the quick start up of the fuel cell so that the marketability of the fuel cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for controlling fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    ECU (40)    Ignition switch (41)    Scavenging process execution unit (42)    Purge process execution unit (43)
NOVELTY - Producing stabilized platinum nanoparticle (20) involves removing platinum atoms (14) from edge regions (28) and corner regions (29) of a platinum nanoparticle; and replacing platinum atoms located at the edge regions and the corner regions of the nanoparticle, with second metal atoms (30).    USE - For producing stabilized platinum nanoparticle (claimed) useful as catalyst for an oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) in fuel cell, and electrochemical cells, such as batteries and electrolysis cells; and in non-catalyst applications.    ADVANTAGE - The stabilized platinum nanoparticle is a more stable catalyst. The nanoparticles use less platinum compared to the prior art, because the second metal atoms, e.g. gold atom replace platinum atoms on the nanoparticles, and replaced platinum may recycled. Gold (or another second metal) selectively replaces platinum at the corners and edges, as well as at any surface defects, based on the difference in electrode potential. Because the gold atoms only cover the corners and edges, and any surface defects, the nanoparticles maintain their catalytic activity, but are more durable during potential cycling. Also gold has an overall higher standard electrode potential than platinum.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic of stabilized platinum nanoparticle.    Platinum atoms (14)    Stabilized nanoparticle (20)    Outer surfaces (22)    Terraces (26)    Edges (28)    Corners (29)    Second metal atoms (30)
NOVELTY - The battery has ten battery units comprising anode plate set (1), cathode plate set (2) and fiber membrane (3), that are packaged into slotted sections and adhered with a battery cover. The battery units. The ends of battery units are provided with anode and cathode terminals (9,10) that are respectively connected with loads.    USE - High-energy bag-like iron-nickel battery for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The iron-nickel battery having firm structure, long service life can be achieved at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the high-energy bag-like iron-nickel battery.    Anode plate set (1)    Cathode plate set (2)    Fiber membrane (3)    Anode terminal (9)    Cathode terminal (10)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has single batteries (3) that are arranged regularly between base (1) and panel (2) that are opposite to each other. The flanges are provided at base and the panel. The recess (10) is formed at outer surface of panel corresponding to through hole (9) formed at the flanges at base. The flanges provided at panel are vertical to that of the base. The opposite panels are fixedly connected to base by inserting bolts in through holes and recess. The ends of batteries are contacted with the panels, and are blocked at the panel flanges.    USE - Power battery pack installed in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The opposite panels are fixedly connected to base by inserting bolts in through holes and recess that are respectively formed at flanges and outer surface of panel, so that the structure of power battery pack is simplified. The assembling process of the battery pack is simplified reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the power battery pack.    Base (1)    Panel (2)    Single battery (3)    Through hole (9)    Recess (10)
NOVELTY - The device has a wind wheel protective cover (3) provided at an outer side of a roof (2) of a train. A wind-driven generator (5), a shaft core (6), cables (4), a charger (9), a storage battery (10) and an inverter (11) are orderly arranged in an internal part of the roof and electrically interconnected together. The wind-driven generator is fixed with the roof of the train and a wind wheel (7) through the shaft core. A front part of the wind wheel protective cover is provided with an air inlet (1), and back part is equipped with an air outlet (8).    USE - Wind-driven power self-generating device for use on a roof of a train.    ADVANTAGE - The device concentrates strong wind power in the air inlet to drive the wind wheel of the generator to rotate at high speed to make the generator generate power when the train runs at high speed, so that the train satisfies the demand of power by itself, stores the redundant power and transmits the power to other devices in demand of power. The device is simple in structure and convenient to install, and has better usage effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a wind-driven power self-generating device for use on a roof of a train.    Air inlet (1)    Roof (2)    Wind wheel protective cover (3)    Cables (4)    Wind-driven generator (5)    Shaft core (6)    Wind wheel (7)    Air outlet (8)    Charger (9)    Storage battery (10)    Inverter (11)
NOVELTY - The car has a drive motor (13) whose power input end is connected with a drive controller (6) and an energy storing storage battery (8) through a wire (9). A back seat (15) is collocated with a solar energy battery component (11) that is connected with a solar energy charging controller (10) and the energy storing storage battery through the wire. A front end of a frame (4) is collocated with a wind power generator (2) that is connected with a wind power charging controller (3) and the energy storing storage battery through the wire.    USE - Wind-light complementation generation electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The car has energy-saving effect and environmental protection and cleaning effects. The car utilizes wind energy and solar energy for charging the energy storing storage battery. The energy storing storage battery provides power for the drive motor to make the car move forwards.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a wind-light complementation generation electric motor car.    Wind power generator (2)    Wind power charging controller (3)    Frame (4)    Drive controller (6)    Energy storing storage battery (8)    Wire (9)    Solar energy charging controller (10)    Solar energy battery component (11)    Drive motor (13)    Back seat (15)
NOVELTY - The device has a control unit for controlling a charging and discharging controller, an air conditioner, a fan and a temperature sensor. A solar cell is connected with a storage battery by the charging and discharging controller. The charging and discharging controller is connected with the control unit. The control unit is connected to the temperature sensor on a vehicle air conditioner. The charging and discharging controller is fixed in an automobile.    USE - Solar skylight temperature reducing device for an automobile i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The device utilizes the solar cell, thus reducing temperature in the automobile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a solar skylight temperature reducing device for an automobile i.e. car.
NOVELTY - A ballistic panel comprises layers of ballistic material (44); and a plastic sheet (62) comprising multiple sections (64, 66, 68, 70) partially overlapping one another. The plastic sheet is attached to at least one layer of ballistic material by stitching (76) along overlapping portions (72) and a perimeter (74) of the plastic sheet. The plastic sheet has 2-6 sections.    USE - Ballistic panel for use in ballistic apparel, particularly ballistic vest (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ballistic panel provides improved ballistic performance and reduces trauma to the wearer's body, resulting in safer, thinner and lighter armor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a ballistic package for use in ballistic apparel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a front view of a multi-piece plastic sheet attached to ballistic material contained within the ballistic package of a ballistic vest.    Ballistic material (44)    Plastic sheet (62)    Multiple sections (64, 66, 68, 70)    Overlapping portions (72)    Perimeter (74)    Stitching (76)
NOVELTY - The multilayer microporous film comprises an inner layer having a thickness of greater than or equal to 0.5 mu m, and surface layers. The total thickness of the film is 7-50 mu m. The thickness ratio of the inner layer to the total thickness is 1-50%. The microporous film has puncture strength of greater than or equal to 0.20 N/ mu m, permeability of greater than or equal to 1.5x 10-5 Darcy, and a melt fracture temperature of greater than or equal to 160 degrees C.    USE - The multilayer microporous film is useful in a lithium ion secondary battery for a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The multilayer microporous film has the low shutdown temperature based on polyethylene and the high melt fracture temperature based on polypropylene and the filler, uniform micropores, high strength/stability and excellent stiffness, permeability, thermal stability, quality stability and heat resistance, and provides high capacity/high power lithium ion secondary battery with high productivity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a schematic view of a frame for measuring a melt fracture temperature of a microporous film.
NOVELTY - The through-hole (11b) of predetermined pitch is formed at outer peripheral portion of sheet-like structure (11) along the edge. A cavity (23) is formed at the edge of sheet-like structure, and the inner surface of metal mold (2) is filled with molding material at the peripheral side of the clamping units (211,221). The recesses (211a,221a) are dented so that clamping units do not block the through-hole. The protrusions (211b,221b) are formed between the through-holes.    USE - Method of manufacturing seal structure for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since molding material flows into the through-hole from recess formed in the clamping units, the bending of sheet-like structure by the flow of molding material is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the metal mold.    Metal mold (2)    Sheet-like structure (11)    Through-hole (11b)    Cavity (23)    Clamping units (211,221)    Recesses (211a,221a)    Protrusions (211b,221b)
NOVELTY - The plug structure has a plug-carrying strip (9) that covers the apertures formed in lid of electric battery. The gas from the electric battery passes through a common channel. Several threaded portions are formed in housing of plug structure. The flexible annular flanges (8) are projected from the plug main structure to seal the inner wall (14) of housing hole with wall of plug (1).    USE - Plug structure for closing holes in electric battery used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible annular flanges are projected from the plug main structure to seal the inner wall of housing hole with wall of plug. Hence the top holes of the electric battery can be closed effectively. The leakage of the liquid within the plug structure can be prevented. The manufacturing cost of the plug structure can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the plug structure.    Plug (1)    Conical surface (5)    Annular flanges (8)    Plug-carrying strip (9)    Inner wall (14)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (100) has anode catalyst layer (3a) and cathode catalyst layer (3b) provided in electrolyte layer (2). The fuel supply portion (5a) and oxidizing agent supply portion (5b) supply fuel/oxidizing agent to anode/cathode catalyst layers. The electroconductive elements (160a,160b) forming macro spaces (165a,165b) are installed between anode catalyst layer/fuel supply portion and cathode catalyst layer/oxidizing agent supply portion so that anode catalyst layer/fuel supply portion and cathode catalyst layer/oxidizing agent supply portion are touched.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) for use as power supply for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction product like carbon dioxide gas produced within the fuel cell can be emitted rapidly from catalyst layer surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Electrolyte layer (2)    Anode catalyst layer (3a)    Cathode catalyst layer (3b)    Fuel supply portion (5a)    Oxidizing agent supply portion (5b)    Fuel cell (100)    Electroconductive elements (160a,160b)    Macro spaces (165a,165b)
NOVELTY - The cooling system has a thermostat (10) that is provided with a jiggle valve (22). An air pocket (12) is formed in a position higher than the jiggle valve at the coolant path wall so that air passes or leaves through the jiggle valve at the time of filling the coolant. An air bleeder hole (13) is formed in the top of the air pocket for discharging the air accumulated at the time of filling the coolant.    USE - Cooling system of polymer electrolyte fuel cell system for use in fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train, vessel, residence, store and office.    ADVANTAGE - As the air bleeder hole is formed in the top of air pocket, the air accumulated on the air pocket can be discharged effectively so that air remained on the coolant path in the surroundings of thermostat can be prevented. The fluctuation amount of cooling water can be reduced and the size of the cooling system can be reduced. The durability and reliability of fuel cell system can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) filling method of coolant in cooling system; and    (2) discharge method of coolant in cooling system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the thermostat.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Thermostat (10)    Air pocket (12)    Air bleeder hole (13)    Jiggle valve (22)    Air bleeder pipe (30)
NOVELTY - The strip shaped separator (4) is curved along width direction. Two sheets of separator are interposed between a pair of core (13) after overlapping the two sheets of the curved separator. A positive electrode or a negative electrode is positioned between the separators of two sheets. The other electrode is arranged at the outer side of the two sheets of separator to form laminated structure. The laminated structure is rotated by focusing on the pair of core to obtain winding and electrode group.    USE - Manufacturing method of non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery used in electronic device e.g. mobile telephone, notebook computer, portable audio-video equipment, personal computer and power supply of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The rupture and turning-over of the separator is suppressed easily and reliably by interposing separator between pair of core. The dead space inside the battery is reduced by using the thin core such that the high capacitance is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the separator and core during battery manufacturing process.    Separator (4)    Core (13)    Inclination portion (13a)
NOVELTY - The lamination type battery (100) has an exterior portion (80) overlapping the film material (81), while accommodating an electrode portion (10) of exterior portion in an accommodation space (82). The electrode portion has several current collection terminals (50) extracted from the film materials and joined to the exterior portion, while closing the peripheral portion of accommodation space by welding the film material and thermoplastic resin in periphery portion.    USE - Lamination type battery of assembled battery used as power supply for vehicle (both claimed). Can also be used in electric motor for motor vehicle, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat produced within the exterior portion is thermally radiated from current collection terminals. The short circuit between the current collection terminals is prevented. Hence, heat radiation performance of lamination type battery can be improved efficiently without deteriorating battery performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) assembled battery; and    (2) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the lamination type battery.    Electrode portion (10)    Current collection terminal (50)    Exterior portion (80)    Film material (81)    Accommodation space (82)    Lamination type battery (100)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system (100) is provided with fuel cell (20), hydrogen production unit (26) and amino acid storage unit which supplies amino compound to hydrogen production unit which radicalizes the amino compound having amino group and decomposes according to catalytic reaction and produces hydrogen which is supplied to the fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system is used for vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system is compact and economical.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of fuel-cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (20)    Ammonia feed pump (24)    Hydrogen production unit (26)    Fuel cell system (100)    Fuel-cell vehicle (1000)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a fuel cell device (112) e.g. zinc based fuel cell device, for generating direct current (DC) electrical power. Another fuel cell device (114) e.g. methanol-type fuel cell device, receives a supply of methanol fuel and consumes the methanol fuel to generate DC electrical power. The latter fuel cell device is electrically coupled with a programmable logic circuit (104a) that monitors an operation of a telecommunication facility. The latter fuel cell device provides DC power directly to the programmable logic circuit to facilitate time stamped data collection.    USE - Power system for providing redundant power delivery to a telecommunication facility.    ADVANTAGE - The system provides redundant power delivery to the telecommunications facility for reliable operation of telecommunication equipment. The system serves as a combined primary and backup source of electrical power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for supplying power redundantly to a telecommunication site.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a power system for a telecommunication facility.    Power system (100)    Programmable logic circuit (104a)    Fuel cell devices (112, 114)    Internal rectifier (130)    Control cabinet (166)
NOVELTY - The board has opposite light absorbing surfaces.    USE - Solar energy board for use on a side of a bicycle wheel strap.    ADVANTAGE - The board generates electricity by sunlight received by sides of a tire of the bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a solar energy board.
NOVELTY - A modified catalyst comprises carbon powder as carrier and platinum-modified palladium alloy as active component.    USE - Modified catalyst for low-temperature fuel battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst makes use of non-precious metals having rich sources, reduces loading of the precious metal, has reduced cost, has good stability and electrocatalysis activity, has extended service life, and works for a long time under actual operation environment of fuel battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for preparing the modified catalyst comprising:    (A) dissolving palladium chloride and metal compound in glycol at a mass ratio of 1:1.6-1:3, adding sodium citrate and ultrasonically dissolving it, using glycol solution of potassium hydroxide to adjust pH to 9-10, and heating at 140-160 degrees C to perform reaction for 8-10 hours to obtain palladium alloy sol; and    (B) adding platinic chloride solution (20-21 mg/ml) into the prepared palladium alloy sol, adjusting mass ratio of platinum to palladium to be 1:10-1:12, adding carbon powder, performing ultrasonic dispersion, mixing at 80-140 degrees C to perform reaction for 1-2 hours, cooling, placing still, washing with distilled water after filtering, and drying.
NOVELTY - The electrocatalyst has metal nanoparticles supported on a mixture of carbon and inorganic oxides at low temperature operation in the anodic oxidation of hydrogen, mixtures of hydrogen or carbon monoxide and alcohols as fuel and the cathodic reduction of oxygen or air.    USE - Electrocatalyst for use in fuel cells.
NOVELTY - Sensor comprises high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) (10) on substrate; and polymer-based solar cell (20) connected to high electron mobility transistor.    USE - For detecting carbon dioxide and oxygen concentrations in exhaled breath or blood of patients with lung and stomach diseases; also for fuel cell or environmental applications.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon dioxide sensor and oxygen sensor can be integrated with other gas sensors in a single chip. The sensor can be portable, implantable, fast response and low cost; can be used in the steady state or in excess state which provide flexibility in various applications. The device can be recycled by annealing the device again at higher temperature such as 360 degrees C, to reactivate the indium zinc oxide (IZO) film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for following:    (1) carbon dioxide sensor comprising HEMT including selective recognition layer (L1) on gate region (11) where the layer is material that reacts with carbon dioxide to result in a change in charge to selective recognition layer upon exposure to carbon dioxide;    (2) oxygen sensor comprising HEMT including selective recognition layer (L2) having high oxygen vacancy concentration; and    (3) method of detecting oxygen and carbon dioxide in exhaled breath comprising providing sensor device (preferably infrared (IR) detection system) in or near exhaled breath of a patient comprising first HEMT on substrate and layer (L1), and second HEMT on substrate comprising layer (L2) on gate region of the second HEMT; where IR detection system comprises polymer based solar cell that converts incident light into electric signals and HEMT amplifies the electrical signals.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows integrated solar cell and HEMT used for carbon dioxide and oxygen sensing    High electron mobility transistor (10)    Gate region (11)    Source (12)    Polymer-based solar cell (20)
NOVELTY - The battery (20) has a positive electrode plate (W1) and negative electrode plate (W3) coated with active material mixtures (W2,W4) containing lithium transition metal oxide respectively. The utilization factors of active material mixtures of negative and positive electrode plates are in the range of 230mAh/g-350mAh/g and 70g/m2-90g/m2 respectively.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery mounted in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The coating amount of positive electrode plate is controlled effectively with respect to that of negative electrode plate. Thus the output characteristic of the secondary battery is improved so as to ensure the useable capacitance of the battery during charging/discharging of electrode potential.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the lithium ion secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Lithium ion secondary battery (20)    Positive electrode plate (W1)    Active material mixture for positive electrode plate (W2)    Negative electrode plate (W3)    Active material mixture of negative electrode plate (W4)
NOVELTY - The method involves acquiring the positional information of electrode material used for an assembly and intended-use portion of electrode material. The quality information of intended-use portion is acquired based on the acquired positional information of electrode material. The portion used for assembly in front electrode material is determined based on the acquired quality information of electrode material.    USE - Manufacturing method of secondary battery (claimed) e.g. lithium secondary battery mounted in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The quality-of-conformance information of secondary battery is obtained effectively according to positional information of electrode material. The defect analysis of battery is performed at high speed. Thus the high quality secondary battery is obtained. The battery can be manufactured efficiently with large area of electrode material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing system of secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the manufacturing system of secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Data calculating unit (1)    Positional information reading unit (12)    Manufacturing condition control unit (13)    Quality analysis unit (16)    Database (17)
NOVELTY - The device has a main sealant (14) with ring-shaped sealing material provided between inner peripheral surface (33) of mounting hole (32) of tank (3) and outer peripheral surface (105) of fixing portion (1) of tank. An auxiliary sealant (65) is provided between inner peripheral surface of fixing portion and outer peripheral surface of fluid supply valve (4). The distance between cross-sectional centers of two sealants in extension direction of central line of recessed fitting section (17) in fixing portion is set about 2.5 times the maximum inner diameter of fitting section.    USE - Fluid supply valve attachment device for electrical equipment, fuel cell system of vehicle, electronic equipment, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of the fixing portion of tank and main sealant is prevented efficiently, even when the fluid stored in the tank chamber is at high pressure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the fluid supply valve.    Fixing portion (1)    Tank (3)    Fluid supply valve (4)    Sealants (14,65)    Mounting hole (32)    Inner peripheral surface of mounting hole (33)    Outer peripheral surface of fixing portion (105)
NOVELTY - A metal hydride-based hydrogen storage system has a storage vessel including an external vessel (110) enclosing an internal vessel (120) in concentric fashion such that a constant gap is defined between both vessels, springs (130) provided between the vessels, and heat exchange tubes (140) and a thermal medium reservoir (150) connected to the internal vessel. The internal vessel is made from an alloy, such as a superelastic alloy, which elastically changes to a greater degree compared to the yield strength of metal or metal alloy for hydrogen storage in response to applied external force.    USE - Metal hydride-based hydrogen storage system for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The internal vessel elastically deforms without cracking or straining in response to volume change of metal or metal alloy for hydrogen storage, improving durability and preventing hydrogen outflow. Upon expansion of metal or metallic alloy for hydrogen storage, internal vessel completely fills up external vessel, improving fuel storage density of reservoir connected to internal vessel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of a metal hydride-based hydrogen storage system.    External vessel (110)    Internal vessel (120)    Springs (130)    Heat exchange tubes (140)    Thermal medium reservoir (150)
NOVELTY - The method involves coupling a local converter to an energy generating device. A determination is made whether the local converter is operated at or below a maximum acceptable temperature. A determination is made whether current associated with the local converter is accepted. A maximum power point tracking (MPPT) process is enabled within the local converter when the local converter is determined to operate at or below the maximum acceptable temperature, and the current associated with the local converter is determined to be accepted.    USE - Method for providing a maximum power point tracking (MPPT) process for an energy generating device e.g. wind turbine and fuel cell, of an energy generating system such as wind turbine system and fuel cell system, that is utilized for generating energy e.g. solar energy and wind energy.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables performing energy harvesting even in dramatic mismatch conditions that normally cause the average output voltage to exceed the voltage ratings of components. The method decreases loss associated with the local converter, thus maximizing efficiency of the energy generating device. The method facilitates the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) process for the energy generating device without requiring a transformer-based converter, thus reducing the processing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system for providing maximum power point tracking (MPPT) for an energy generating devices in an energy generating array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of a method for implementing a maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in a local converter of an energy generating system.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a main power supply (100) driven by an engine to generate electric power and a subsidiary power supply (50) that is charged with electric power output from main power supply to assist power supply to specific electric load. A control portion is used to control charging of subsidiary power supply. A target charge amount setting portion is used to set target amount of charge based on decelerating state of vehicle, so that when vehicle is decelerating, the target amount of charge is larger than target amount of charge when vehicle is not decelerating.    USE - Power supply apparatus for electric power steering apparatus for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The subsidiary power supply is effectively charged according to travel state of vehicle. The lifetime of subsidiary power supply is increased while maintaining good steering assist performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of controlling power supply apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the electric power steering apparatus.    Motor drive circuit (30)    Voltage boosting circuit (40)    Subsidiary power supply (50)    Power supply control portion (62)    Main power supply (100)
NOVELTY - The electric power generating mechanism has a thermoelectric element (6) operable at 800 degrees C, that is attached to a brake pad (32) and a disc rotor (4) without interfering with disc portion (42). The thermoelectric element generates electric power using the frictional heat that is produced due to contact of the brake pad with the disk rotor, while applying the brake.    USE - Electric power generating mechanism for tire pneumatic-pressure adjustment system of vehicle (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Electric power of predetermined value can be generated, as the electric power is generated during a brake operation that is frequently performed irrespective of driving in a dark place or driving during night time. Electric power can be supplied, without applying burden to main battery with respect to the electric power apparatus in the periphery of the tire. The surplus electric power can be stored in main battery at the side of the vehicle, and can be used for vehicle-mounted electrical component which is not connected to the main battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pneumatic-pressure adjustment system of tire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the electric power generating mechanism.    Disc rotor (4)    Pneumatic-pressure adjustment system (5)    Thermoelectric element (6)    Brake pad (32)    Disc portion (42)
NOVELTY - The vehicle such as hybrid vehicle (20) has rotation speed detector for detecting the rotation speed of the cooling fan (56), and the vehicle speed detector for detecting the speed of the vehicle. The monitoring process of torque and speed of fan is not performed when detected speed of vehicle is less than the preset speed. The torque value and speed of the fan are set after completing the monitoring process. The electronic control unit (24) is used to control the fan operation based on the relation between torque value and speed of the fan.    USE - Vehicle such as parallel/series-type hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in train, parallel-type hybrid vehicle, series-type hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Operation of fan can be effectively controlled. Discomfort of user due to the noise generated by the rotation of cooling fan is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operation control method of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hybrid vehicle (20)    Engine (22)    Electronic control unit (24)    Damper (28)    Cooling fan (56)
NOVELTY - The vehicle equipment has a capacitance and voltage measurement unit which sets a power saving state when the measured capacitance and voltage is lower than a predetermined reference voltage value and reports the result using a wireless communication function. The capacitance and voltage measurement unit turns a self-state into a first power saving state over a first set period that is set to a different period based on the voltage when the voltage is higher than a predetermined reference voltage value.    USE - Vehicle equipment for managing battery state of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Manages the charging and discharging state in a remote space since the capacitance and voltage measurement unit sets a power saving state when the measured capacitance and voltage is lower than a predetermined reference voltage value and reports the result using a wireless communication function.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a table of the battery voltage value and a power saving period. (Drawing includes non-English Language text).
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a cooling fluid pump (14) that pumps a cooling fluid through a fuel cell stack (12). A temperature sensor (26) measures temperature of the fluid from the stack. A cooler (18) cools the fluid from the stack, and an electrically-heated wax thermostat by-pass valve (22) selectively by-passes a part of the fluid to the cooler. A controller (30) calculates variables and a dead-time value to set a position of the by-pass valve such that the temperature of the fluid discharged from the stack is moved to a desired temperature set point.    USE - Fuel cell system for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The controller calculates the variables and the dead-time value to set the position of the by-pass valve such that the temperature of the fluid discharged from the stack is moved to the desired temperature set point, thus controlling the temperature of the fuel cell system with high accuracy, long-term durability and reliability at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling temperature of a fuel cell stack in a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram plan view of a fuel cell system with a thermal-sub system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Cooling fluid pump (14)    Cooler (18)    Blower (20)    By-pass valve (22)    Temperature sensor (26)    Controller (30)
NOVELTY - The plate has a core element (20) with a honeycomb (21) e.g. aluminum honeycomb, comprising cells filled with a foam (22) e.g. expanded foam or closed cell foam. A plate element (10) is attached to the core element, and covers the core element. The foam is filled with a thermal insulating component e.g. carbon dioxide gas layer or aerogel sheet, and the cells are filled with an upper closed cell foam and a lower closed cell foam. The component is interposed between the upper and lower foams. The plate is applied as a sandwich structure or sandwich hybrid material.    USE - End plate for a fuel cell stack that is utilized in a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to a motor vehicle such as passenger automobile e.g. sports utility vehicle (SUV), bus, lorry and commercial vehicle, and a watercraft e.g. boat and ship, and an aircraft, a hybrid vehicle, an electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and hydrogen-powered vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The core element is provided with the honeycomb comprising the cells filled with the foam e.g. expanded foam or a closed cell foam, thus manufacturing the core element for the end plate in an ease manner. The end plate is applied as the sandwich hybrid material, thus reducing weight of the end plate, and obtaining the plate with proper flexural rigidity when combined to the fuel cell stack, and hence maintaining uniform surface pressure of the fuel cell stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing an end plate for a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical cross-sectional view of an end plate for a fuel cell stack.    Plate element (10)    Core element (20)    Honeycomb (21)    Foam (22)    Cell space (23)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has thermoelectric generators (3, 4) whose hot sides are arranged on the system and heated by exhaust gas of an internal-combustion engine (2). The thermoelectric generators have a heat exchanger arranged between the hot side and exhaust gas flow, and another heat exchanger, where the heat exchangers comprise different thermal conductivities. Two bypasses (1', 1'') are arranged one behind the other in flow direction of the exhaust gas, where the generators are arranged in the respective bypass.    USE - Exhaust gas system for an internal-combustion engine in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric generators have a heat exchanger arranged between the hot side and the exhaust gas flow, and another heat exchanger, where the heat exchangers comprise different thermal conductivities, so that the thermal recuperation at high speed is enabled without overloading the thermoelectric material and without arising any counter-pressure problem, thus increasing the current generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an exhaust gas system for an internal-combustion engine.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Exhaust gas system (1)    Bypasses (1', 1'')    Internal-combustion engine (2)    Thermoelectric generators (3, 4)    Control device (6)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has an electric motor (4) i.e. starter, temporarily supplied with electrical energy from a power source (8). The electric motor is temporarily connected with a secondary device (10) e.g. steering assistance pump, by a power transmission device (28) for driving the secondary device. An output shaft (3) of an internal combustion engine (2) is connected with a drive shaft (5) of the electric motor in a rotatory manner by a coupling device (16). The coupling device enables temporary mechanical driving of the electric motor by the internal combustion engine.    USE - Motor vehicle i.e. commercial motor vehicle (claimed) such as lorry and bus. Can also be used for a passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle enables a needs-based operation of the secondary device for longer downtimes at stopping places and a fuel saving operation of a blower of an engine cooling system, so that the internal combustion engine is energy-optimized and is efficiently operated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an arrangement for a motor vehicle.    Internal combustion engine (2)    Output shaft (3)    Electric motor (4)    Drive shaft (5)    Power source (8)    Secondary device (10)    Coupling device (16)    Power transmission device (28)
NOVELTY - The cooling has a coolant cycle (4) which is provided for heating an internal combustion engine (3) or chassis or gearbox components or a passenger cabin. A coolant pump (5) and a heat exchanger (6) are arranged in the coolant cycle. A thermoelectric generator is arranged in an exhaust gas system (2) of the internal combustion engine for power generation by exhaust gas heat energy.    USE - Cooling for a thermoelectric generator.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling has a coolant cycle which is provided for heating an internal combustion engine or chassis or gearbox components or a passenger cabin, and hence ensures better use of the exhaust gas heat energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a cooled thermoelectric generator.    Thermoelectric generator (1)    Exhaust gas system (2)    Internal combustion engine (3)    Coolant cycle (4)    Coolant pump (5)    Heat exchanger (6)
NOVELTY - The light vehicle has a fuel cell (10) for producing a voltage (U1). A transformer (12) includes a magnetizable core (11), a primary coil (Np) and two secondary coils (N1, N2), where the primary coil is connected to the voltage in a switchable manner. A secondary switch (S1) is provided for parallel switching of the secondary coil (N1) with an accumulator (C1) i.e. lithium ion accumulator, and another secondary switch (S2) is provided for parallel switching of the secondary coil (N2) with another accumulator (C2), where the secondary switches are switchable independent of each other.    USE - Electrical light vehicle with weight not exceeding 350 kg and power not more than 4 kW, such as electric bicycle (claimed). Could also be used for electric wheelchair, scooter or moped.    ADVANTAGE - The secondary switches are provided for parallel switching of the secondary coils with the accumulators, respectively where the secondary switches are switchable independent of each other, thus preventing overloading of individual accumulators, and hence reducing power consumption of the vehicle and increasing operating range of the vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The secondary switches are designed as metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistors. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating an electrical light vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit representation of an electrical drive system of a pedal-operated vehicle.    Accumulators (C1, C2)    Primary coil (Np)    Secondary coils (N1, N2)    Secondary switches (S1, S2)    Voltage (U1)    Fuel cell (10)    Magnetizable core (11)    Transformer (12)
NOVELTY - The device has a thermoelectric generator (4), and a pipe (1) e.g. exhaust pipe, through which a medium i.e. exhaust gas from internal combustion engine of motor vehicle, flows, where the medium transports waste heat. The pipe is formed as double-walled pipe in sections. The thermoelectric generator is arranged in an air gap (3) between an inner pipe wall (2) and an outer pipe wall (6). The inner pipe wall serves as a high-temperature source, and the outer pipe wall serves as a low-temperature source. The generator is connection to an electronic controller.    USE - Device for generating electrical power from waste heat of an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric generator is arranged in the air gap between the inner pipe wall and the outer pipe wall, and the inner pipe wall serves as the high-temperature source, and the outer pipe wall serves as the low-temperature source, so that the device is integrated in a motor vehicle in a cost-effective manner and is not susceptible to soiling. The device ensures optimal heat transfer by the direct contact of the thermoelectric generator with the inner pipe wall, so that the generator can be utilized for application in a high temperature region greater than 400 degree Celsius. The connection of the thermoelectric generator to the electronic controller permits easy-to-manage use of the thermoelectric generator for controlling the temperature of the exhaust-gas stream conducted through the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective sectional view of a device for generating electrical power from waste heat of an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle.    Pipe (1)    Inner pipe wall (2)    Air-gap (3)    Thermoelectric generator (4)    Absorption layer (5)    Outer pipe wall (6)
NOVELTY - The unit (10) has a drive i.e. electric drive (12), and a transmission (23) for driving a rotor i.e. compressor rotor, of a turbomachine, where the transmission is implemented as a planetary transmission and a compressor wheel shaft (32). The transmission has a hollow wheel (16) that forms the rotor of the electric drive. The electric drive has a stator (14) with windings and enclosing the hollow wheel serving as a rotor of the electric drive. The transmission has a planetary wheel with teeth or a planetary drive (24) that is designed as friction wheels.    USE - Drive unit for use in a fresh air inlet of an auxiliary equipment e.g. climatic compressor and radial compressor, of a fuel cell (all claimed) in a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The transmission has hollow wheel that forms the rotor of the electric drive, so that the electrical machine can be operated within a normal speed range during coupling and/or integration with the planetary wheel transmission without arising radial forces, thus increasing the efficiency of the drive unit and simplifying the structure of the planetary transmission integrated into the electric drive. The transmission is designed in as a planetary wheel transmission with high translation, so that the fluid-flow machine such as compressor can be operated in an optimal manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional top view of a combination of drive such as e-drive and planetary wheel transmission.    Drive unit (10)    Electric drive (12)    Stator (14)    Hollow wheel (16)    Transmission (23)    Planetary drive (24)    Compressor wheel shaft (32)
NOVELTY - The method involves predicting of free traffic condition (F), synchronized traffic condition (S), a wide moving jam traffic condition (J) to be estimated, and controlling parameters of an energy management of a vehicle depending on the prediction. Probabilities (P) for transitions from an actual traffic condition into another traffic condition are determined at an actual time point (T0). Information for energy management and the parameters to be changed, are indicated to a driver. An alternative travel route is determined under consideration of the parameters.    USE - Method for controlling an energy management in a vehicle i.e. fuel cell vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The parameters of the energy management of the vehicle are controlled depending on the prediction of the traffic conditions, thus achieving an efficient energy management in the vehicle, and hence reducing power consumption of electrical consumers such as a lighting device, air conditioning system and telematics systems. The overloading of a power supply system and a vehicle battery are thus avoided, during slow driving of the vehicle. The method thus optimizes the operation of the power supply system, during winter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of traffic conditions at an outer area.    Free traffic condition (F)    Wide moving jam traffic condition (J)    Synchronized traffic condition (S)    Probability (P)    Actual time point (T0)    Time point with higher probability (T1)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (100) has a spatially continuous chamber (30) accommodating both the anode (22) and the cathode (23) positioned at a solid electrolyte layer (10). A mixed gas supply port (110) supplies fuel gas and oxidation gas to the chamber. One or more replenishment gas supply ports (121,122,131,132) are formed in the upstream and the downstream directions in the interior of the chamber for replenishing the fuel gas or the oxidation gas. The replenishment amount of fuel gas or oxidation gas is controlled based on consumption amount of gas input for power generation.    USE - Single-chambered fuel cell of fuel cell system (claimed) of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of local insufficient reactive gas in the fuel cell can be prevented reliably, by providing replenishment gas supply ports in the interior of chamber accommodating anode and cathode mounted in electrolyte, for replenishing fuel gas or oxidation gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views of the structure of a single-chambered fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solid electrolyte layer (10)    Anode (22)    Cathode (23)    Spatially continuous chamber (30)    Single-chambered fuel cell (100)    Mixed gas supply port (110)    Replenishment gas supply ports (121,122,131,132)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has a temperature sensor (63) for detecting the temperature of a fuel cell (10). The fuel cell has an anode receiving hydrogen (H2) from a H2 tank (21) and a cathode receiving air from an air pump (31) during the gas replacement operation. An electronic control unit (ECU) (61) performs starting control using the temperature detected by the temperature sensor after the completion of gas replacement as the starting temperature.    USE - Fuel cell system for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The starting control of fuel cell is performed at an appropriate temperature by using the temperature detected after gas replacement as starting temperature. The excessive heating of the fuel cell and the superfluous starting of the vehicle system are prevented and the power consumption is reduced by eliminating superfluous operation of the auxiliary machine used for accelerating temperature rise of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for starting method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the fuel cell system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (10)    Hydrogen tank (21)    Air pump (31)    ECU (61)    Temperature sensor (63)
NOVELTY - The circuit has main diodes (D1-D4) connected to a main switching element (S2) among several main switching elements (S1-S4) in anti-parallel state. An auxiliary capacitor (C1) is provided between two terminals and connected in series at the positive electrode side. An auxiliary reactor (L1) is provided between connection points of diodes (D1,D2), and connection points of switching elements (S1,S2). Another auxiliary reactor (L2) is provided between connection points of diodes (D3,D4), and connection points of switching elements (S3,S4).    USE - Resonance type power conversion device e.g. bidirectional buck-boost power converter for vehicle such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The switching loss and switching noise of the main switching elements are reduced efficiently, as the discharge of residual electric charge of auxiliary capacitors to the main switching elements is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the bidirectional buck-boost power converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Input voltage sensor (2)    Auxiliary capacitor (C1)    Auxiliary diodes (D1-D4)    Auxiliary reactors (L1,L2)    Main switching elements (S1-S4)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a spacer (20) which is provided between adjacent cells (11) arranged in Y-direction. The spacer has projection (22) protruding from the surface of a base (21), which contacts with the cell. A retention mechanism applies pressure through projection with respect to cells region which has electric current less than another region applied with large pressure through projection.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus such as battery pack for e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle, such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The variation in the current distribution in the cell is suppressed by varying the applied pressure with respect to the regions of the cell. The variation in the temperature distribution in the cell can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the battery module.    Cell (11)    Spacer (20)    Base (21)    Projection (22)    Space (S)
NOVELTY - An electric current breaker structure (4) blocks conduction with an electrode (80) serially connected to an external terminal (30) through a lead (36), a sealing board (22) and an electrically conductive path. The convex portions (23, 25) of the lead and the sealing board respectively are joined by a welding portion (W). A shearing force generated by a shearing force generation portion e.g. coil spring (32) positioned around the convex portions is transmitted through the electrically conductive path so as to rupture the welding portion during abnormality of the battery.    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion battery with electric current breaker structure mounted in vehicle such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in metallic lithium ion secondary battery, nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel cadmium battery and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - Since shearing force generated by a shearing force generation portion positioned around the convex portions is transmitted through the electrically conductive path so as to rupture the welding portion during abnormality of the battery, a favorable current chopping at the time of abnormality is exhibited and a heavy current is discharged normally. Thus raise of internal resistance is suppressed and battery with high output efficiency is obtained. Since the welding portion is formed in the convex portions, the weld area of the lead and the sealing board is easily controllable and the electric current beaker structure is operated more accurately and the variation in operation timing is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery before operation of electric current breaker structure.    Electric current breaker structure (4)    Sealing board (22)    Convex portions (23,25)    External terminal (30)    Coil spring (32)    Lead (36)    Electrode (80)    Welding portion (W)
NOVELTY - The spacer has an opening unit that accommodates a battery cell. A connection lever is arranged with a frame. A planer unit is arranged parallel to the frame. The insulators and the electrically conductive material are integrated at the frame.    USE - Spacer for assembled battery (claimed) such as nickel-cadmium battery used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The frame is arranged in connection lever such that insulators and electrically conductive material are integrated at frame. Hence the addition of the torque and thrust on the connection lever can be prevented. The airtightness of the lid of the battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery.    Battery case (12)    Battery cover (13)    Positive electrode terminal (14)    Negative electrode terminal (15)    Safety valve (16)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) has a behavior information acquisition unit (105) that acquires the user behavior information such as vehicle driving skill of user. The decision availability of lending the vehicle to user is stored based on the acquired user behavior information. The user identification information and decision availability information are matched and stored in storage unit (101). The decision availability information corresponding to user identification information is extracted and outputted upon reception of vehicle lending request from user.    USE - Information management apparatus for freight vehicle system used for lending vehicle such as hydrogen fueled car, fuel cell electric vehicle and other electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Since the vehicle lending decision availability information is outputted corresponding to the user behavior information such as driving skill, the usage of the vehicle by the beginner can be prevented. Thus, the delay in lending the vehicle to the appropriate user can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) information management method; and    (2) computer readable medium stores information management program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of information management apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Information management apparatus (100)    Storage unit (101)    Extraction unit (103)    Output unit (104)    Behavior information acquisition unit (105)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle (1) has water level sensor (16) that detects immersion of water at lower end of pressure regulation valve (23). The operation of air compressor (22) and electric power generation of fuel cell stack (20) are stopped when predetermined immersion state of water at lower end of pressure regulation valve is not detected. The air compressor and fuel cell stack are operated when predetermined immersion state of water into lower end of pressure regulation valve is detected. The predetermined state is the height of water below the lower end of the valve.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The air compressor and fuel cell stack are operated when predetermined immersion state of water into lower end of pressure regulation valve is detected, so that the position of exhaust port for removing the water is increased. The damage of the fuel cell vehicle with respect to the immersion state of the water in pressure regulation valve is prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the fuel cell vehicle illustrating the positional relationship of fuel cell stack with respect to pressure regulation valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Water level sensor (16)    Fuel cell stack (20)    Air compressor (22)    Pressure regulation valve (23)
NOVELTY - The device has an air-intake pipeline (21) provided with a ventilation fan (23) blowing air sucked from a passenger compartment to a secondary battery (20). An exhaust pipeline (22) discharges air of the battery to the compartment. A circulation pipeline (25) is connected between intake and exhaust pipelines. Switching valves (26,27) are arranged at the junction of intake and circulation pipelines and exhaust and circulation pipelines respectively. The valves are controlled to flow air between compartment and battery without flowing through recycling pipeline.    USE - Temperature adjusting device for electrical storage apparatus like lead storage battery, nickel hydrogen battery and lithium ion battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The switching valves are positioned efficiently in the circulation pipeline. The circulation pipeline can be arranged in the left-right direction in the backside of rear seat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the temperature adjusting device for electrical storage apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (20)    Air-intake pipeline (21)    Exhaust pipeline (22)    Ventilation fan (23)    Circulation pipeline (25)    Switching valves (26,27)
NOVELTY - A sealing element (48) seals the space between the storage case (40) and switch lid (50), when the power switch (60) is turned ON. Each slide guide sections (45,46) guides the movement of switch lid so that sealing element and switch lid or storage case does not contact slidably.    USE - Electrical equipment box for accommodating high voltage battery used in fuel cell electric vehicle e.g. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - Electrical equipment box having interlock function and waterproof function can be provided by using a simple structure. Deterioration of sealing element can be prevented so that waterproof function can be maintained over a long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded perspective view of the electrical equipment box.    Storage case (40)    Slide guide sections (45,46)    Sealing element (48)    Switch lid (50)    Power switch (60)
NOVELTY - Dilution device (33) has retention chamber (33a) in which anode off gas (Ga) introduced from inlet port is retained. Cathode off gas (Gc) discharged from fuel cell is made to flow through cathode piping (33b) penetrating the retention chamber. Anode off gas retained in retention chamber is inhaled to cathode piping through communicating hole, so that cathode off gas and anode off gas are mixed and diluted within cathode piping interior. The metal plates (S1,S2) are stacked and pressed to form lamination sheet on the portion of housing forming retention chamber.    USE - Dilution device for use in fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The dilution device can suppress the leakage of hydrogen without the fall of dilution performance. The generation of noise in the dilution device can be reduced by the lamination sheets containing the metal sheets which are provided with sound-insulation portion and heat insulation portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show perspective view of the dilution device attached to the frame and sectional view of the floor of dilution device in connection with the frame.    Dilution device (33)    Retention chamber (33a)    Cathode piping (33b)    Anode off gas (Ga)    Cathode off gas (Gc)    Metal plates (S1,S2)
NOVELTY - The capacitor (1) has a positive electrode (2) with polarizing electrode layer (2b) on either side of metal collector (2a), and a negative electrode (3) with a carbon electrode layer (3b) on either side of a collector (3a). A lithium foil is arranged on the carbon electrode layer. An elastic separator (4) is expanded and interposed between the positive and negative electrodes. The force with which the separator contracts to return to tensionless state, acts between the negative electrode and the separator along direction perpendicular to center axis of capacitor.    USE - Electrochemical capacitor for regenerative brakes and electrical storage apparatus such as back-up power supply for electronic device, hybrid vehicle and fuel-cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The force with which the separator contracts to return to tensionless state, acts between the electrode and the separator along the longitudinal direction causes the lithium foil to firmly fixed on the negative electrode. The peeling of the lithium foil is prevented, ensuring proper contact area. The pre dope of the lithium layer is carried out continuously and sufficient withstand voltage is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the electrochemical capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrochemical capacitor (1)    Positive electrode (2)    Collector of positive electrode (2a)    Polarizing electrode layer (2b)    Negative electrode (3)    Collector of negative electrode (3a)    Carbon electrode layer (3b)    Separator (4)
NOVELTY - The semiconductor device has laminated structures that includes semiconductor elements, heat sinks, insulating layers and conductive layers that are formed in sequential order. A connector connects the conductive layers so that the laminated structures are insulated thermally.    USE - Semiconductor device for power conversion device and power inverter circuit of hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the semiconductor element can be cooled efficiently, the heat radiation efficiency and reliability of semiconductor device can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the semiconductor device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    Reactor (2)    Inverter (5)    Converter (6)    Diode (20)
NOVELTY - The vibration electric power generator has a first pole (13A) and a second pole (13B) are respectively attracted and brought into contact with first plate-like members (23A,25A,27A) and second plate-like members (22A,24A,28A) when the vibration caused by a bicycle is switched from first state. The second pole and the first pole are respectively attracted and brought into contact with the first plate-like members and the second plate-like members when the vibration caused by the bicycle is switched from second state.    USE - Vibration electric power generator for producing electric power using vibrations from bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Obtains electric power by effectively using vibrations caused during running of bicycle without loss of energy. Reduces resistance of magnetic circuit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The first plate-like members is sandwiched between north polarities of magnets (21-28). The second plate-like members are sandwiched between south polarities of the magnets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of a vibration electric power generator.    First pole (13A)    Second pole (13B)    Magnets (21-28)    Second plate-like members (22A,24A,26A,28A)    First plate-like members (23A,25A,27A)
NOVELTY - The battery has serially connected multiple 12 Volts rechargeable battery units, where each 12 Volts rechargeable battery unit is formed by serially connecting six 2 Volts rechargeable batteries. Each 12 Volts rechargeable battery unit is designed to six voltage educing terminals comprising two total voltage educing terminators and four single battery educing terminals.    USE - Lead-acid rechargeable battery for an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery implements the measurement of single battery voltage, and can detect the battery unit during utilization process of the battery. The controller protects the rechargeable battery group in advance through detection and control of single battery, thus reducing the over-discharge of single battery. The battery allows a charger to be charged by converting balancing mode, thus making the charging capacity of the battery group to be uniform. The configuration of the battery ensures a battery voltage to be lower than under-voltage value when the rechargeable battery discharges, and the battery voltage to higher than hydrogen evolution level when the rechargeable battery charges.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a lead-acid rechargeable battery.
NOVELTY - The radiator has a gas pipeline (2) whose input end is connected to a compression gas source and output end is connected to a battery tank (5) for placing a battery. A gas storage tube (7) for supplying gas is connected to the gas pipeline. The gas pipeline is equipped with a one-way electric control electromagnetic valve (8). A main braking valve (3) is utilized for discharging the gas, and is connected to the gas pipeline. A one-way valve (4) is equipped on the gas pipeline. A main valve of an electronic control air suspension system is connected to the gas pipeline.    USE - Radiator for cooling a dynamic battery pack on an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The radiator is simple in structure, safe to use and inexpensive. The radiator reduces the temperature of the dynamic battery pack by the compression gas, and avoids the need for a fan, a water passage or a water pump motor, thus reducing the work load of the battery, increasing travel distance of the electric vehicle, avoiding the problem of water leakage, and reducing cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a radiator for cooling a dynamic battery pack on an electric vehicle.    Gas pipeline (2)    Main braking valve (3)    One-way valve (4)    Battery tank (5)    Gas storage tube (7)    One-way electric control electromagnetic valve (8)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly comprises electrolyte layer (21), and first electrode structure (22). The electrolyte layer has two surfaces (21a, 21b). The first electrode structure is on the first surface of the electrolyte layer and has a patterned microstructure (225). The first electrode structure has a diffusion layer and a reaction layer disposed between the diffusion layer and the electrolyte layer. The patterned microstructure is formed on the reaction layer. The reaction layer has a gas abundant layer (223) and a catalyst layer (224).    USE - Membrane electrode assembly for fuel cell (20) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The assembly enhances efficiency of fuel cell and lowers usage of catalyst, thus is capable of saving manufacturing costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reaction interface is between the gas abundant layer and the catalyst layer. A thickness of the catalyst layer is less than or equal to 100 mu m. The patterned microstructure is made of plural columnar microstructures. The columnar microstructures are in array distribution. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing membrane electrode assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the membrane electrode assembly.    Fuel cell (20)    Electrolyte layer (21)    Surfaces (21a, 21b)    First electrode structure (22)    Reaction layer (222)    Gas abundant layer (223)    Catalyst layer (224)    Patterned microstructure (225)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell power plant assembly (10) has fuel cell (11) having anode (12) and cathode (14) which are separated by an electrolyte (16). A liquid flow path (22) cools the cathode and the anode. A heater assembly (30) communicated with the liquid flow path, has integral heating element with several heating zones for providing multiple heating capacities that are different from each other, and for thawing frozen water at different rates.    USE - Fuel cell power plant assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The production cost of the fuel cell can be reduced, the occurrence of electrical noise during current flow through the heating element can be suppressed reliably and the reliability of the fuel cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of manufacturing fuel cell heating assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the fuel cell power plant assembly.    Fuel cell power plant assembly (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (14)    Electrolyte (16)    Liquid flow path (22)    Heater assembly (30)
NOVELTY - The plant (10) has a porous coolant plate (44) located adjacent to cathode flow field (28), to direct coolant fluid from a coolant plate inlet (48) through a coolant plate exit (50). A primary load (61) is in electrical communication through a load circuit (62) and primary load switch (64) with anode and cathode catalysts (14,16). The oxidant is delivered to the cathode inlet (32) at a pressure of about 0.58-4.4 psig, and made to pass through a fuel cell (12) at an oxidant stoichiometry of about 120-180%, when primary load receives electric current from fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell power plant used as portable power plant in transportation vehicle, and used as stationary power plant.    ADVANTAGE - By providing low oxidant stoichiometry and low flow rate of the oxidant stream passing through the cathode flow field, the minimum amount of water is removed from the flow field into the oxidant stream, for maintaining the water balance state of the fuel cell. The operating efficiency of the fuel cell power plant is improved, by preventing the requirements for oxidant stream compressors and pumps and pressure control valves, water recapture apparatus, and/or heat rejection devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for operating fuel cell power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell power plant.    Fuel cell power plant (10)    Fuel cell (12)    Anode and cathode catalysts (14,16)    Cathode flow field (28)    Cathode inlet (32)    Porous coolant plate (44)    Coolant plate inlet (48)    Coolant plate exit (50)    Primary load (61)    Load circuit (62)    Primary load switch (64)
NOVELTY - The renewable energy generation ecosystem (1) has propulsion vehicles (10) that are arranged on a guide way (2) and provided with wind turbines (20). The turbine blades (21) of the wind turbines are rotated during receiving kinetic energy from a wind and torque generated by wind turbine is transmitted to generators located in a nacelle to generate electricity. The generated electricity is converted to high voltage electricity by transformers provided in an electrical subsystem (41) and high voltage electricity is transmitted over a public grid (42).    USE - Renewable energy generation ecosystem for commercial, residential, agricultural, industrial and transportation applications.    ADVANTAGE - The turbine blades of the wind turbines can be operated effectively during receiving kinetic energy from wind so that electricity can be generated efficiently by transmitting torque generated by wind turbine to the generator. The generated electricity can be converted effectively to high voltage electricity by transformers provided in electrical subsystem and high voltage electricity can be transmitted over the public grid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the renewable energy generation ecosystem.    Renewable energy generation ecosystem (1)    Guide way (2)    Propulsion vehicles (10)    Wind turbines (20)    Turbine blades (21)    Electrical subsystem (41)    Public grid (42)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a vehicle main body, a fuel engine, a rechargeable accumulator, a charging circuit and a motor that are electrically connected with each other. A solar receiving device i.e. multi-crystal silicon solar photovoltaic cell, is mutually connected with a solar charging circuit. The solar charging circuit is installed within a vehicle. The solar receiving device is covered on two side faces, a top cover, a tail box cover and a bonnet of the vehicle body. The solar charging circuit is electrically connected with the rechargeable accumulator.    USE - Solar hybrid vehicle i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The solar energy is converted into electrical energy to replace gasoline with diesel fuel to drive the vehicle. The vehicle can be driven by the power provided by the solar energy during sunny season. The electrical energy can be stored being charged in the rechargeable accumulator during parking. The vehicle can utilize commercial power when accumulator is in dead condition during cloudy season, thus enhancing the convenience to user.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar hybrid vehicle.
NOVELTY - The controller has a bridge rectifier (D1) rectifying 220 volts power. A capacitor (C2) filters the 220 volts power, and a voltage stabilizing tube (D2) stabilizes the 220 volts power to output 5 volts direct current (DC) as power for different elements. An LED (DS1) connected to a pin of a single chip is lightened up when the power is turned on, and the controller starts to work when a button (S1) connected to another pin of the single chip is pressed down. Third pin of the single chip is controlled by a photo-control silicon, and a thyristor turns on a charger.    USE - Intelligent controller for an electric vehicle charger.    ADVANTAGE - The controller has simple circuit design, and can control the charger to charge in a safe and effective way. The controller prevents the battery from being damaged by over-charge, and greatly saves power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electric vehicle charger intelligent controller.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Capacitor (C2)    LED (DS1)    Bridge rectifier (D1)    Voltage stabilizing tube (D2)    Button (S1)
NOVELTY - The system has a hydrogen battery charger determining a hydrogen electric charging process according to information data transmitted through a wireless telecommunication from a fuel cell vehicle. An oiling door is opened for hydrogen charge. The fuel cell vehicle outputs the information data based on identity information, which is provided in basic information of a hydrogen tank. A management server transmits stolen car information to the hydrogen battery charger through a wireless network.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle i.e. car, system.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables hydrogen battery charger to confirm the stolen car by comparing the identity information with the stolen car information, and eliminates deutsch connector of the fuel cell vehicle, so as to improve manufacturing process rate, and reduce manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a control method for a fuel cell vehicle system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a fuel cell vehicle system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a voltage regulating circuit (1) whose input end is connected to an input end of a charger. Output ends of a pulse booster output circuit (3) and a current detection display circuit (4) are respectively connected with an anode and a cathode of a chargeable battery. The voltage regulating circuit is connected with a voltage regulating diode at a base electrode of a transistor. Electrolytic capacitors are respectively connected on a collector and an emitter of the transistor. A resistor is connected between the base electrode and the collector.    USE - Device for repairing a household rechargeable battery i.e. lead-acid battery, in an electric bicycle, an electric motor car and an electro-tricycle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is simple in structure and convenient to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a household rechargeable battery repairing device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Voltage regulating circuit (1)    High-frequency oscillatory circuit (2)    Pulse booster output circuit (3)    Current detection display circuit (4)    Timing/detecting circuit (5)
NOVELTY - The car has a rolling handle (1) hinged at a front end of a car frame (8). A rotating frame at a bottom end of the rolling handle is provided with a front wheel (7). A rear end of the car frame is provided with a rear wheel (10) via the rotating frame of a rear wheel spindle. The rear wheel spindle is provided with a motor (11) for driving the real wheel to rotate. The car frame is provided with a seat cushion (3). The car frame is provided with a fuel cell device for supplying power to the motor. The car frame is fixedly provided with a rear rotating frame (6).    USE - Fuel cell electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The car utilizes hydrogen as fuel for converting chemical energy into electrical energy via electrochemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen directly, so as to improve working efficiency upto 50-60 percentage. The car has high charge endurance. The fuel cell replaces the common lead acid cell, so as to optimize weight of the car. The car achieves zero emission, and effectively protects environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a fuel cell electric motor car.    Rolling handle (1)    Seat cushion (3)    Rear rotating frame (6)    Front wheel (7)    Car frame (8)    Rear wheel (10)    Motor (11)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a main fuel cell (110) producing electricity. A feeding unit (120) supplies hydrogen and air to the main fuel cell. A control unit (160) controls an operation of the main fuel cell. A recirculation water part (130) recirculates hydrogen ejected in the main fuel cell. A reproducing unit (150) is connected to a sensing unit (140). A water collecting basin (158) collects water generated in a sacrifice fuel cell (156). The reproducing unit guides flow direction of the hydrogen passing through the main fuel cell. A valve (154) selectively shields a pipe (152) for regeneration.    USE - Open type fuel system for use in a home and a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The reproducing unit removes moisture and impurity on inside when the recirculation water part recirculates the hydrogen ejected in the main fuel cell, thus improving the generation efficiency of the main fuel cell. The sacrifice fuel cell equipped in the reproducing unit is selectively replaceable. The system improves the durability of the main fuel cell, facilitates maintenance and administration of the main fuel cell, and provides high stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of an open type fuel system.    Open type fuel system (100)    Main fuel cell (110)    Feeding unit (120)    Recirculation water part (130)    Sensing unit (140)    Reproducing unit (150)    Pipe (152)    Valve (154)    Sacrifice fuel cell (156)    Water collecting basin (158)    Control unit (160)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a valve (154) that selectively shields a pipe. A reproducing unit (150) guides a flow direction of gas, and a recirculation water shift (130) allows hydrogen to pass through. A recirculation water simple fruit unit recirculates gas to a main fuel cell (110), and a water collecting basin (158) collects the water generated in a sacrifice fuel cell (156). A control unit (160) is connected to a sensing unit (140), and the main fuel cell is selectively connected with the sensing unit, where the sensing unit removes moisture and impurity from an inner side of the main fuel cell.    USE - Encapsulated type fuel system. Uses include but are not limited to liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), hydrogen and methanol.    ADVANTAGE - The system removes moisture and impurity, improves generation efficiency and durability of the main fuel cell, maximizes fuel efficiency, easily replaces the sacrifice fuel cell, and improves maintainability of the main fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an encapsulated type fuel system.    Encapsulated type fuel system (100)    Main fuel cell (110)    Recirculation water shift (130)    Sensing unit (140)    Reproducing unit (150)    Valve (154)    Sacrifice fuel cell (156)    Water collecting basin (158)    Control unit (160)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a liquefied gas driven generator set arranged at a side of a chassis, and a liquefied gas container and a supporting rod arranged at another side of the chassis. A lighting lamp is arranged on the supporting rod i.e. lifting and foldable structure, where a fixed slot plate of the supporting rod is arranged on the chassis. A lower sleeve, an intermediate sleeve and an upper sleeve are arranged on the slot plate, and a fixed plate is arranged on the upper sleeve. The lighting lamp is mounted on the fixed plate, and a fixing pin is arranged at a side of the slot plate.    USE - Lighting vehicle for a liquefied gas driven generator in a village without electricity and a storehouse during emergency lighting, road construction and gusty disaster.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle is integrally designed and convenient to use, and has high moving property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a lighting vehicle.
NOVELTY - The sleeve has a heating sleeve part, upper cover and a lower cover that are connected by adhering pieces to form a closed space for holding a battery jar. An end of the heating sleeve is provided with a charge joint for connecting an outer charger. The heating sleeve, the upper cover and the lower cover are made of acid-proof, alkali-proof, waterproof and inflaming retarding materials.    USE - Attery jar insulation heating sleeve for a vehicle in an over cold environment.    ADVANTAGE - The sleeve can generate heat to charge the battery jar by itself for achieving the insulating and heating effect. The sleeve has low consumption of the energy source, and reduces the work efficiency in the overly cold environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery jar insulation heating sleeve.
NOVELTY - The system has a stack case (14) provided to cover a total surface of a stack (11) and installed at an end plate (12) of a hydrogen supplying system (13). A protection element is installed at top of the hydrogen supplying system or lower part of the end plate. A car body is attached to protect the hydrogen supplying system. A bushing part is placed between the protection element and the car body. A humidifier is installed at a lower part of the stack case, and a cooling system is installed at the lower part of the hydrogen supplying system.    USE - Bump accident preventing safety system for a fuel cell vehicle i.e. car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system protects the hydrogen supplying system by using a frame, and reduces hydrogen outflow during bump accident of the fuel cell vehicle, thus reducing damage of the fuel cell vehicle, increasing rigidity of the stack and strengthening vibration resistance of the fuel cell vehicle. The productivity of the fuel cell vehicle is improved by simplifying the component assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a bump accident preventing safety system.    Frame (10)    Stack (11)    End plate (12)    Hydrogen supplying system (13)    Stack case (14)
NOVELTY - The separator has a metal substrate (21), and chases (23, 24), where the chases are formed on surfaces of the substrate. The chases comprise a conductive resin (22) including a conductive filler. The chases for transferring gases, supply reaction gas to an anode electrode. The filler is a carbon fiber or a conductive powder, where powder resistivity of the filler is less than or equal to 0.015 Ohm centimeter. Depths (L1, L2) of the chases for transferring gases cooling are in a range of 50-700 micro meters (mue m). The metal substrate is made of one of iron, copper and aluminum.    USE - Separator for preventing a fuel gas and an oxidant gas from blending together in a fuel cell, that is used as a power source in a mobile electric device, power and hot water supplying stationary system and automobile for transforming chemical energy into electric energy by an electrochemical reaction of a fuel such as hydrogen, with an oxidant such as air. Uses include but are not limited to polymer electrolyte type, phosphoric acid type, molten carbonate type, direct methanol type fuel cell, solid oxide type and alkaline type fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The separator reduces a contact resistance between a gas diffusion layer and the separator, reduces thickness, and provides erosion resistance and mechanical strength in an efficient manner. The separator is low in cost, and simplifies manufacturing technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a fuel cell separator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a fuel cell separator.    Depths (L1, L2)    Thicknesses (S1, S2)    Metal substrate (21)    Conductive resin (22)    Chases (23, 24)
NOVELTY - The cell holding device has an insertion cavity (222) for the insertion of the end portion of cells (400). An engaging unit (224) is disposed in the insertion cavity so that the engaging unit is movable in the direction of insertion of the cell end portion. A guide (225) pushes the engaging unit towards an inner radius of the insertion cavity when the engaging unit moves in the insertion direction. The engaging unit is sandwiched between the guide and the side circumferential surface (403) of the cell for holding the end portion of cell when the cell end portion is inserted into the cavity.    USE - Cell holding device for assembled battery (claimed) in vehicle (claimed) e.g. hybrid car. Can also be used in electric car and fuel cell car.    ADVANTAGE - The rattling of the cell is prevented even when vibrations are applied to the cell by holding the cell end portion with the engaging unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the insertion of the cell end portion into the insertion cavity of the cell holding device.    Insertion cavity (222)    Engaging unit (224)    Guide (225)    Cell (400)    Side circumferential surface (403)
NOVELTY - Energy converter or energy storage device comprises one or multiple energy converters or energy storage units (1) for example, fuel cell or battery unit. The power converter or energy storage unit is surrounded by a sheath (2), which has fluorine absorber (4), particularly hydrogen fluoride absorber selected from carbonates, hydroxides, oxides, chlorides, bromides, iodides, sulfates or phosphates of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, lanthanides, silicon or ammonia.    USE - Energy converter or energy storage device.    ADVANTAGE - The energy converter or energy storage device prevents emission of toxic and fluorine-containing volatile compounds on burning or overheating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the energy converter or energy storage device.    Energy converters or energy storage unit (1)    Sheath (2)    Fluorine absorber (4)    Inner surface (5)
NOVELTY - The device has separators (6a, 6b) for electrical separation of electrical lines of an automotive battery (2) i.e. lithium ion battery, where each electrical line is in connection of the battery with an electrical distribution (8) within an electric vehicle. A detection mechanism i.e. humidity sensor such as rain sensor (4a) and water sensor (4b), determines humidity and activates the separators with the detected humidity so as to electrically separate the electrical lines. The detection mechanism is arranged at the automotive battery.    USE - Device for electrically safeguarding an electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The automotive battery is separated from the electrical distribution if the humidity sensor determines humidity within the area of the automotive battery, thus preventing damage to vehicle and persons from electrical short-circuits, which is caused by the humidity within the area of the automotive battery, in a simple manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for electrically safeguarding an electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a safeguarding device in an inactive condition.    Automotive battery (2)    Rain sensor (4a)    Water sensor (4b)    Separators (6a, 6b)    Electrical distribution (8)
NOVELTY - A carbon monoxide removal apparatus (2) removes carbon monoxide from hydrogen rich reformed gas (B) produced from source gas (A) by using carbon monoxide adsorption agent such as activated alumina and silica gel so as to obtain hydrogen gas (C) to be supplied to fuel cell (3). The removal apparatus has several carbon monoxide adsorption columns (2a,2b) filled with adsorption agents so that adsorption removal operation is performed in one column and stack off gas (D) of fuel cell is circulated under reduced pressure in other columns to reproduce adsorption agent.    USE - Fuel cell system for domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - The need of using heating and cooling operation for carbon monoxide adsorption columns is prevented while switching the operation of carbon monoxide removal apparatus between carbon monoxide adsorption and carbon monoxide adsorption agent reproduction. Hence the adsorption and reproduction operations can be performed within short cycle time without increasing size of the carbon monoxide removal apparatus and the installation area of the fuel cell system can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the fuel cell system.    Carbon monoxide removal apparatus (2)    Carbon monoxide adsorption columns (2a,2b)    Fuel cell (3)    Source gas (A)    Hydrogen rich reformed gas (B)    Hydrogen gas (C)    Stack off gas (D)
NOVELTY - The capacitor has current collection boards (2,3) that are joined to anode (1a) and cathode (1b) of element (1) respectively. A metal casing is joined to current collection board (3), and terminal board (4) arranged in metal casing is joined to current collection board (2). A sealing gum (7) is arranged between the terminal board and metal casing. The outer diameter of current collection boards is set lesser than outer diameter of element.    USE - Capacitor for various electronic devices used in motor vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of unnecessary resistance can be prevented since the high joint strength between current collection boards and element can be ensured. The reliability of capacitor can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Element (1)    Anode (1a)    Cathode (1b)    Current collection boards (2,3)    Terminal board (4)    Sealing gum (7)
NOVELTY - The capacitor has a pressure control valve (3) that is crimp-bonded in a recessed portion of a terminal board (2) positioned in a metal casing (11). The pressure control valve has a metal cap (4) with a rubber-made valve structure (5). A ring-shaped washer (7) is press-fit to the metal cap so that a porous PTFE film is joined to a valve unit of the valve structure and is positioned in lower portion of valve unit.    USE - Capacitor for use in electronic device and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By press-fitting a washer to the metal cap of pressure control valve, the assembling accuracy can be improved and operation variation of pressure control valve can be avoided. Thus, stable performance can be exhibited by the pressure control valve. Since the pressure control valve is buried in recessed portion of terminal board, the response of the valve to high pressure can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the partial sectional view of the capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Terminal board (2)    Pressure control valve (3)    Metal cap (4)    Valve structure (5)    Washer (7)    Metal casing (11)
NOVELTY - The power conversion device (1) has a semiconductor element (2) that is arranged in semiconductor module (20) of a main circuit unit (13). A signal terminal (23) protruding from semiconductor module is inserted in connecting terminal (80) of a control circuit board (8) so that semiconductor module and control circuit board are connected. An insulating element (6) is arranged between main circuit unit and control circuit board. A terminal through-hole (60) having enlarged diameter portion is formed in insulating element to receive the signal terminal.    USE - Power conversion device such as direct current-direct converter and inverter for alternating current motor mounted in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The signal terminal can be easily inserted in the terminal through-hole so that semiconductor module and the control circuit can be connected and position shift of the signal terminal can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of power conversion device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the power conversion device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power conversion device (1)    Semiconductor element (2)    Insulating element (6)    Control circuit board (8)    Main circuit unit (13)    Semiconductor module (20)    Signal terminal (23)    Terminal through-hole (60)    Connecting terminal (80)
NOVELTY - The electrode has carbon nanotube sheets (2) obtained by molding of carbon nanotube having specific surface area of 600-2600 m2/g with base material consisting of porous metal portion, foaming nickel and aluminum. The carbon nanotube sheets are integrated with the etching foil (1) comprising a collector, via the corrugated grooves (1a) formed on the surface of etching foil.    USE - Electrode for electrical double layer capacitor for e.g. fuel cell electric vehicle, and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the carbon nanotube sheets are integrated with etching foil via corrugated grooves, the requirement of resin, binder and electrically conductive auxiliary material is eliminated and the electrical resistance is reduced and the capacitance characteristics of the electrical double layer capacitor is improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode for electrical double layer capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating manufacturing method of electrode for electrical double layer capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Etching foil (1)    Corrugated groove (1a)    Carbon nanotube sheets (2)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains phenanthrene compound (1).    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to household electronic appliance, mobile telephone, laptop-type personal computer, camera, portable video recorder, portable compact disk player, portable mini-disk player, power tool, electric vehicle, and power supply of home electric power storage system.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous electrolyte improves durability of lithium secondary battery by suppressing oxidative degradation of electrolyte in electrode surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains phenanthrene compound of formula (1).    A=organic group optionally containing -H, -OH, -OM or 1-12C hetero element;    M=metal ion;and    R1,R2=H or hydrocarbyl optionally substituted by 1-12C hetero element.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which comprises non-aqueous electrolyte, anode and cathode. The anode includes lithium ion, anion or positive electrode active material capable of performing reversible electrochemical reaction. The cathode includes lithium ion and negative electrode active material capable of performing reversible electrochemical reaction.
NOVELTY - A single acid liquid stream battery comprises an electrolyte storing tank, a cathode current collector for depositing cadmium ions or indium ions, and a lead dioxide anode. An acid solution of soluble cadmium salt or indium salt is used as electrolyte. When the battery is in charged state, the cadmium ions or indium ions are deposited to the cathode current collector from the electrolyte. When the battery is in discharged state, cadmium or indium is dissolved in the electrolyte from the cathode current collector.    USE - Single acid liquid stream battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery has simple structure, high energy converting rate and long cycle life, and is safe, convenient to operate, and environment-friendly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the single acid liquid stream battery.
NOVELTY - The battery has an electrode body (30), a battery case (40) where the electrode body is accommodated, and an insulating exterior body (20) between the electrode body and the battery case. An electrode insert (10) is arranged inside the exterior body. In the electrode insert, thickness in the both ends of the horizontal direction is gradually reduced towards the bottom part (44) from the upper end part (42) of the battery case.    USE - Square-shaped battery, e.g. lithium ion battery, for vehicles, such as a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures favorable insulation between the electrode body and battery case, and favorable battery performance. Avoids malfunction of the electrode body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the electrode insert accommodated in the exterior body accommodated in the battery case.    Electrode insert (10)    Insulating exterior body (20)    Electrode body (30)    Battery case (40)    Upper end part (42)    Bottom part (44)
NOVELTY - The cap has a rotating unit (200b) adhered to a vehicle wheel (100), where the cap is connected to the vehicle wheel. The rotating unit is rotated with a vehicle i.e. car, and an advertising page (210) is provided in an outer side center of a fixing plate (230). A solar battery (220) is mounted outside the advertising page, and a weight plumb (231) is provided in a bottom part of the fixing plate. A lamp (260) is connected to a storage battery (250) for lighting the advertising page, and a remote control receiver (270) receives a remote control signal.    USE - Tire-wheel cap for a wheel of a vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The cap is simple in structure. The lamp of the cap can be automatically switched off when the advertising page does not need the illumination.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a tire-wheel cap equipped with a solar battery.    Vehicle wheel (100)    Rotating unit (200b)    Advertising page (210)    Solar battery (220)    Fixing plate (230)    Weight plumb (231)    Storage battery (250)    Lamp (260)    Remote control receiver (270)
NOVELTY - The method involves controlling transmission of a counter electro-motive force by a gear. A battery is provided to the fuel cell vehicle, which is separated from the vehicle wheel after charging. A motor is provided for reducing and controlling the speed of the counter electro-motive force.    USE - Method for protecting units of fuel cell vehicle in regenerative braking.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves controlling transmission of a counter electro-motive force by a gear and providing a battery to the fuel cell vehicle, and hence ensures to increase the maximum speed of the vehicle by the moderating ratio change.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a fuel cell vehicle unit protecting method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A reforming system comprises a combustion and reforming reaction unit, a water-gas shift reaction unit and a ceramic board. Each reaction unit includes two plates, a respective channel plate arranged between two plates and the ceramic board. A catalyst layer is formed on the surface of ceramic board. The reformed gas is generated in the combustion and reforming reaction unit using reforming raw material. The generated reformate gas reacts water and carbon monoxide is produced in water-gas shift reaction. A selective oxidation unit is also provided.    USE - Reforming system.    ADVANTAGE - The reforming system improves stability of catalyst by preparing ceramic of small thermal expansion, improves conversion ratio of catalyst and remarkably reduces weight whole system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a configuration diagram of the reforming system.
NOVELTY - A water-gas shift reactor comprises a channel plate arranged between two plates, a ceramic board and a fluid inflow port or fluid exhaust port. A catalyst layer is formed on the surface of ceramic board. The high temperature water and reformate gas react in the channel plate.    USE - Water-gas shift reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The water-gas shift reactor improves stability of catalyst by preparing ceramic of small thermal expansion, improves conversion ratio of catalyst and remarkably reduces weight of whole reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the water gas shift reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A preferential oxidation reactor comprises a channel plate, two plates and a ceramic board. The channel plate is arranged between two plates. A catalyst layer is formed on the surface of the ceramic board. A fluid inflow port and a fluid exhaust port are also provided.    USE - Preferential oxidation reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The preferential oxidation reactor improves stability of catalyst by preparing ceramic of small thermal expansion, improves conversion ratio of catalyst and remarkably reduces weight of whole reactor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the preferential oxidation reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The car has a solar energy battery device provided with two battery units (1), where one of the battery units is located on a top part of the car by a bracket (12) and another battery unit is attached to two sides of a car body (13). The battery units are connected with a spreading oil cylinder (10) under the bracket, and a lifting oil cylinder. The spreading oil cylinder is connected with a spreading oil pump (8) located within the car body. A vanadium storage battery (3) is connected with a charging controller (2).    USE - Dual drive electricity generating car.    ADVANTAGE - The car expands the solar energy battery units on the two sides of the car, so as to enlarge the power generating size. The entire unit can be raised on lowered at the optimal inclining angle, so as to receive solar energy for generating power. The car can generate power without fuel when the car arrives at the working site. The car can be driven to various places in a safe manner when confronted with poor weather such as hailstone and sand storm and in normal weather conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a dual drive electricity generating car.    Battery units (1)    Charging controller (2)    Vanadium storage battery (3)    Spreading oil pump (8)    Spreading oil cylinder (10)    Bracket (12)    Car body (13)
NOVELTY - The driving force transmission mechanism (7) has timing gear (6) provided with metal or resin made driven gears (64) which are directly meshed with drive gear (63) provided in the driving shaft (61) with which the rotation of rotor (42) is performed, in non-lubricated state. The driving and driven shafts (61,62) are provided in root type hydrogen pump.    USE - Driving force transmission mechanism of root type hydrogen pump apparatus (claimed) used in fuel cell system mounted in vehicle, vessel, airplane, robot, fixed type power supply, etc. Can also be used in compressor apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - A driving force transmission mechanism with improved lifetime which can be operated in high temperature and high-speed range can be easily obtained at low cost, while improving sealing performance and frictional resistance, by reducing temperature of the tooth surface of the timing gear provided with metal or resin made driven gears which are directly meshed with drive gear provided in the driving shaft with which the rotation of rotor is performed, in non-lubricated state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of principal portion of root type hydrogen pump apparatus provided with driving force transmission mechanism.    Timing gear (6)    Driving force transmission mechanism (7)    Rotors (42,43)    Driving shaft (61)    Driven shaft (62)    Drive gear (63)    Driven gear (64)
NOVELTY - A lithium iron phosphate lithium-ion power cell comprises positive pole, negative pole, and diaphragm. An electrolyte of the lithium iron phosphate lithium-ion power cell is liquid electrolyte. The diaphragm between the positive and negative poles is polyethylene-polypropylene-polyethylene 3-layer compound membrane. A single cell is flexibly packaged by using plastic-aluminum.    USE - Lithium iron phosphate lithium-ion power cell used as power supply for electric bicycle and in communication industry.
NOVELTY - The system has a direction-changing power steering system (2) and a vacuum power steering system (4) connected with an electrical source by a power system (1). A completely controlling and energy-managing unit (6) is connected to the power system, direction-changing power steering system, a charging system (3), vacuum power steering system and an electric assist system (5) by signal transmission circuits. The power system is provided with a main motor driver (8), and a main drive electrical motor (7) is connected to a high-voltage distribution box (9).    USE - Complete electric system for electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The completely controlling and energy-managing unit controls each component of the electric system, thus improving the controlling reliability. The components of the system coordinate with each other in a better manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a complete electric system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Power system (1)    Direction-changing power steering system (2)    Charging system (3)    Vacuum power steering system (4)    Electric assist system (5)    Completely controlling and energy-managing unit (6)    Main drive electrical motor (7)    Main motor driver (8)    High-voltage distribution box (9)
NOVELTY - The porous aluminum sintered compact is regulated by 0.05 percent (%) or less carbon and 0.3 % or less oxygen by mass percentage. The porous aluminum sintered compact has frame and the aluminum powder is sintered around the hole. The molded object is set by mixing aluminum powder and polyvinyl alcohol.    USE - Porous aluminum sintered compact used for component of e.g. fuel cell, capacitor and secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - Surface area is made large, and freedom degree in design of the quantity of a hole or a diameter of the porous aluminum sintered compact is high.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacturing method of the porous aluminum sintered compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the scanning electron micrograph of the neck part of the porous aluminum sintered compact.
NOVELTY - A soak state detection unit detects the soak state by detecting the soak time and temperature in the soak of a fuel cell (11). A correction unit corrects the predetermined threshold voltage used for detecting completion of substitution the nitrogen gas by hydrogen gas, based on the detected soak state. The threshold voltage is not corrected, when a scavenging gas in a fuel gas flow route (21) is supplied between the soak states.    USE - Fuel cell system e.g. solid polymer electrolyte membrane type fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Even if the voltage of the fuel cell changes with the soak time, the fuel gas concentration of the fuel gas flow route can be detected correctly. Hence the starting time of the fuel cell system can be set appropriately. The fuel cell can be started in a short time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for starting method of the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (11)    Fuel gas flow route (21)    Oxidizing agent gas flow path (22)    Voltmeter (40)    Temperature sensor (41)
NOVELTY - Provided is a pedal power generator for bicycle, wherein a pedal power generator is installed between a bicycle pedal and a bicycle supporting frame. The pedal power generator comprises a rotor and a stator, which causes the rotating bicycle shaft to generate electricity when the bicycle pedal is being stepped on. In addition, since the aforementioned bicycle can be fixed on the ground using a movable tripod or a stationary tripod, the bicycle also has the functions of stationary charging and exercise fitness.
NOVELTY - The roof of vehicle is provided with a single crystal silicon solar panel capable of absorbing transformed electric energy, that is connected to a solar controller by a switch (K1). One end of solar controller is connected to circuits of screen wiper motor, washing motor, lamp, speaker, air heater and cooler. Other end of controller is connected to battery by a switch (K2). A speed adjuster is used to control the motor speed through the operation of a switch (K3). A chain is installed between the motor shaft and speed adjuster linked with shafts of rear wheels.    USE - Solar disability-assistant vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the solar disability-assistant vehicle.    Switches (K1-K3)
NOVELTY - Used catalyst which contains alumina as support material and gold or platinum group element, is cut, immersed in an oxalic acid solution and stirred at predetermined temperature, to obtain suspension liquid in which the particles which contain un-dissolved gold or platinum group element in the oxalic acid solution are mixed. The suspension liquid is filtered, and particles containing the un-dissolved gold or platinum group element, and filtrate are separated. Thus, the gold or platinum group element is recovered.    USE - Recovery of gold and platinum group element from used material such as used petrochemical catalyst, waste catalyst for motor vehicle exhaust gas purification, used electronic substrate and lead frame and used fuel cell electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - The gold and platinum group elements are efficiently recovered with suppressed usage of electrical energy for heating.
NOVELTY - The cell has an electrode formed with an electrolyte film, and a separator formed with multiple segments, where each segment of the separator is provided with a current measurement jack and a potential tap. The each segment of the separator is insulated with a glass fiber. A current measurement tool is provided for measuring current of each segment, and a voltage measurement tool is provided for measuring voltage of each segment. A temperature measurement tool measures temperature of each segment.    USE - Fuel cell for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cell enables performing dismantling process and re-manufacturing process in an easy manner. The segments in the separator are electrically insulated, so that the performance of each segment is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The precharger (16) has a primary switch (161) for authorizing high voltage generated in a fuel cell (10) to a super capacity fuel cell hybrid vehicle. A secondary switch (162) connected to the primary switch is operated for starting the vehicle. A main relay (163) is electrically connected to a predetermined chargeable portion (17) that is charged with high voltage energy. The high voltage supplied from a sub battery (15) is boosted through low voltage direct current-direct current converter (14).    USE - Precharger for charging fuel cell in a super capacity fuel cell hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The sub battery can be prevented from frequent usage, so that the durability of the sub battery can be increased. The efficiency of precharger can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell hybrid vehicle starting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a precharger.    Fuel cell (10)    Blower (13)    Low voltage direct current-direct current converter (14)    Sub battery (15)    Precharger (16)    Predetermined chargeable portion (17)    Primary switch (161)    Second switch (162)    Main relay (163)
NOVELTY - The cell (10) has a communicating hole formed on end plates (30, 40) that are made of a resinous material. Current collectors (20) are provided for collecting electricity generated in the cell and prepared on both sides of the cell. An end of a hollow connection pipe is inserted into the communicating hole from an inner side of the cell to an outer side of the cell. A connection pipe (100) is included with a cylinder part that is through a communicating hole. A flange part is supported in one of the end plates. The flange part of the connection pipe is formed on a groove portion.    USE - Fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The connection pipe is inserted into the communicating hole of the end plate in the inner side of the cell to the outer side of the cell, so as to prevent the end plate from directly contacting fluid including fuel and cooling water. The connection pipe has sufficient rigidity. The cell has high durability. The cell eliminates welding and threads machining process, so as to reduce man-hour during bonding the connection pipe and the end plate, thus improving productivity of the cell. The cell facilitates easy replacement of damaged connection pipe.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell.    Fuel cell (10)    Separator (13)    Current collectors (20)    End plates (30, 40)    Connection pipe (100)
NOVELTY - The power supply device (10) has a detection unit (20) that detects the temperature and voltage of a capacitor (2) connected in parallel with a secondary battery (1) e.g. lead storage battery. A switching element (11) limits the charging current and discharge current with respect to capacitor based on the detection result of detection unit.    USE - Power supply device for vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the capacitor can be suppressed effectively so that the degradation of capacitor can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (1)    Capacitor (2)    Power supply device (10)    Switching element (11)    Detection unit (20)
NOVELTY - The electrode has an active material, and a Ketjen Black used as a conductive material. The materials are dry-mixed to form a dry-mixed active material mixture. A binder comprises a polymer emulsion dispersed in water and a water-soluble polymer mixture. A surfactant i.e. fluorosurfactant, enhances fluidity of a slurry, and formed of the Ketjen Black, where the fluorosurfactant comprises perfluorobutanyl group. The binder is selected from one of a water-soluble cellulose binder, water-soluble vinylene binder with Polyvinyl acetate (PVA), PTFE dispersion and rubber emulsion.    USE - Electrode for use in an electric double layer capacitor (claimed) that is used for an auxiliary power supply of mobile information communication appliance such as handheld terminal, notebook computer and personal digital assistant (PDA), as a main power or an auxiliary power for a hybrid automobile and a signal lamp for a nighttime road, and for an uninterruptible power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of the active material in the electrode is increased, so that electrical capacitance is increased, amount of conductive material in the electric double layer capacitor is reduced and electrical resistance is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for manufacturing an electrode for an electric double layer capacitor    (2) an electric double layer capacitor comprising two electrodes including a cathode and an anode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electric double layer cell after winding.
NOVELTY - The trailer has an axle and a wheel for receiving a semi trailer, which has an electrical machine with an energy storage that is integrated in the trailer as drive unit. The electrical machine is operated as generator, where the energy storage is charged by kinetic energy of the trailer or brake energy. An internal combustion engine is provided in addition to the electrical machine, which forms a series or parallel hybrid system with the electrical machine.    USE - Trailer.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical machine is operated as generator, where the energy storage is charged by kinetic energy of the trailer or brake energy, and hence ensures easy shunting of the trailer and provides comfort for the user.
NOVELTY - The part has a battery cover (2) and a functional component for forming a pre-mounted component (1), where the functional component is designed as an electronic component (3). A container is fixed at the battery cover for receiving the functional component, where the container is designed in a type of a housing (4). The housing includes a housing lower part (41) and a housing upper part (40) connected with the housing lower part, where the housing is designed in a waterproof manner. An electrical plug-coupling-connection (5) is connected with the electronic component.    USE - Battery casing upper part for a motor vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The battery casing upper part is designed such that the part reduces complexity within area of a final assembly of motor vehicle batteries. The functional component is accommodated in the container, and the housing is designed in a waterproof manner, so that the functional component is protected against humidity from environment in a reliable manner. The battery cover and the housing lower part are designed as a single piece, thus providing the battery casing upper part with a compact construction. The battery casing upper part is installed and assembled at a narrow space in a simple and cost effective manner, thus increasing efficiency and reliability of the battery casing upper part.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery cover of a battery provided in a motor vehicle and a pre-mounted component at the battery cover.    Pre-mounted component (1)    Battery cover (2)    Electronic component (3)    Housing (4)    Electrical plug-coupling-connection (5)    Housing upper part (40)    Housing lower part (41)
NOVELTY - The component has a low-temperature polymer-electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell thermally connected with a high temperature PEM fuel cell. A low-temperature PEM fuel cell stack and a high temperature PEM fuel cell stack are arranged serially or parallelly and supplied with a reactant by a common path and decontaminated by reaction products. An electrical wiring is provided over a power switch module and a controller by a common electronic control unit. The low-temperature PEM fuel cells and the high temperature PEM fuel cells are alternatively arranged in a common stack.    USE - Polymer-electrolyte membrane fuel cell component for use in a fuel cell system of a motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The low-temperature PEM fuel cell stack and the high temperature PEM fuel cell stack are arranged serially or parallelly and supplied with a reactant by a common path in such a manner that the low-temperature PEM fuel cell exhibits fast starting characteristics to provide electric energy in a short period of time in the starting case, and the cooling complexity of the low-temperature PEM fuel cell is minimized for warming and/or heating of the thermally coupled high temperature PEM fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a polymer-electrolyte membrane fuel cell component.
NOVELTY - The system has partial on-board supply systems (TBN1, TBN2) for providing of on-board power supply voltages (Ubn1, Ubn2). Energy storage devices (E1, E2) e.g. on-board power supply battery and double layer capacitor, are coupled with energy converter sources (Q1, Q2) e.g. starter generator, respectively. The partial on-board supply systems are coupled with one another via a controllable electrical coupling device (KE), where the coupling device is designed such that the on-board power supply voltage (Ubn2) for one of the on-board supply systems is adjustable.    USE - Electrical energy on-board supply system for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system is designed in such a manner that the efficiency regarding the production and supply of electrical energy is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method operating an energy on-board supply system for a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electrical energy on-board supply system.    Energy storage devices (E1, E2)    Controllable electrical coupling device (KE)    Energy converter sources (Q1, Q2)    Partial on-board supply systems (TBN1, TBN2)    On-board power supply voltages (Ubn1, Ubn2)
NOVELTY - The system (12) has a heat exchanger (16) arranged downstream to a heat exchanger (14), over which thermal residual energy is partly conducted for heating an interior of a vehicle. The exchanger (14) produces a heat-transferring contact between hot exhaust gas and a heat transfer medium for heating a cooling circuit (42) of an internal combustion engine (34). The exchanger (16) produces a warm-transferring contact between the hot exhaust gas and the air supplied to the interior. A blower (18) is attached to the exchanger (16) to control the heat transfer on the air supplied to the interior.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle i.e. lorry (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The heat exchanger produces a heat-transferring contact between hot exhaust gas and the heat transfer medium for heating a cooling circuit of the internal combustion engine, and another heat exchanger produces a warm-transferring contact between the hot exhaust gas and the air supplied to the interior of the vehicle in such a manner that the thermal energy of the system is conducted for the heating up of the combustion engine and the vehicle interior during winter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operation of a fuel cell system for a vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (12)    Heat exchangers (14, 16)    Blower (18)    Internal combustion engine (34)    Cooling circuit (42)
NOVELTY - The device (1) has a measuring unit determining voltage close to a battery (2) when a load resistance (3) is not fed by current and determining voltage close to the measuring unit when the load resistance is fed by the current. Connections (5, 6) of the load resistance are connected with voltage measuring inlets (14, 26) of the measuring unit. Control inlets (8, 30) of switching elements (4, 25) are in control connection to a control unit such that the connection of the load resistance is connected with the measuring inlet (26), if the load resistance is switched parallel to the battery.    USE - Device for determining a buffer action of a battery for supplying a voltage for an electrical system of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The control inlets of the switching elements are in control connection to the control unit, such that the connection of the load resistance is connected with the voltage measuring inlet, if the load resistance is switched parallel to the battery, thus accurately determining the buffer action of the battery with an economical structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a device for determination of the buffer action of a supporting battery of a motor vehicle.    Buffer action determining device (1)    Battery (2)    Load resistance (3)    Switching elements (4, 25)    Connections (5, 6)    Control inlets (8, 30)    Voltage measuring inlets (14, 26)
NOVELTY - The method involves carrying out the control of a recuperation moment with excess of a limiting value for the charging condition of energy storage (24) and with the availability of the braking torque requirement. An electrical machine (14) with initiation of the braking torque requirement is dynamically operated for applying a part of the requested braking torque in a phase. A regenerative torque of the electrical machine is reduced in another phase.    USE - Method for controlling a recuperation moment of a hybrid drive unit (Claimed), particularly for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves carrying out the control of a recuperation moment with excess of a limiting value for the charging condition of energy storage and with the availability of the braking torque requirement, and thus reproducible and comfortable control of the recuperation moment is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a hybrid drive unit with a drive source, particularly an internal combustion engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the structure of the hybrid drive unit.    Hybrid drive unit (10)    Internal combustion engine (12)    Electrical machine (14)    Transmission (16)    Energy storage (24)
NOVELTY - The portable electronic device (10) has a housing (11) comprising a mounting unit (13) having a recess (131) in which a battery pack is detachably accommodated. To-be mounted structure detachably mounts an apparatus attachment stand to housing.    USE - Portable electronic device e.g. navigation apparatus installed in vehicle. Can also be used in portable audio video apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since the battery is detachably accommodated, the battery is not destroyed by high temperature in vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of portable navigation apparatus as view from back side.    Portable electronic device (10)    Housing (11)    Mounting unit (13)    Recess (131)    Electronic device side terminal (132)
NOVELTY - A ferrite-type stainless steel hot rolled steel sheet has occupation rate of crystal-grain-boundary top precipitate (3) of 0.5 or less calculated by the ratio of total length of each precipitate in the crystal grain boundary (2) and total sum of crystal grain boundary length.    USE - Ferrite-type stainless steel hot rolled steel sheet is used for ferrite-type stainless steel cold rolled steel sheet (claimed), exhaust pipe of motor vehicle and two-wheeled vehicle, exhaust duct of plant, heat exchanger and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The ferrite-type stainless steel hot rolled steel sheet has excellent heat resistance and toughness.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of precipitate on crystal grain boundary. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Crystal grain (1)    Crystal grain boundary (2)    Precipitate (3)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has resistor that is provided in the notches (50,54), in the state connected to the electric power generation cell (12) while notches are provided in the planar outer peripheral portion of the cell surface. The resistor unit is connected with cell module while stacking two or more cell modules.    USE - Fuel cell stack such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell mounted on fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since resistor is provided in the notch, resistor protruding from the outer periphery of cell is prevented. Need for providing wire harness for connecting external resistor and cell stack is eliminated and thereby enabling size reduction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of the electric power generation cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric power generation cell (12)    Separators (22,24)    Fuel gas supply path (38)    Cooling medium flow path (40)    Notches (50,54)
NOVELTY - A humidifier (500) humidifies the oxygen gas and supplies the humidified oxygen gas to unit cells of fuel cell. A suction fan (400) sucks the oxidizing agent supplied to unit cells. Each unit cell has a solid polymer electrolyte membrane. Separators are arranged at both the sides of each polymer electrolyte membrane to supply oxygen gas and hydrogen gas to polymer electrolyte membrane. The separators are integrally provided with gas flow paths and gas passage paths. Several grooves are provided in gas flow paths.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell for use as power supply in motor vehicle and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The output characteristics of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell is stabilized. The separators of the fuel cell are integrally formed by press molding of metal plate, so that production cost of fuel cell is reduced reliably. The fuel cell can be cooled efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Fuel cell stack (300)    Sides of fuel cell stack (300A-300D)    Suction fan (400)    Humidifier (500)    Polymer electrolyte fuel cell (1000)
NOVELTY - The battery has positive and negative electrodes. The negative electrode has negative electrode layer (13) containing negative electrode active material and negative electrode binder formed on the negative electrode collector. The negative electrode collector has copper foil (11) on which carbon (12) is coated by thermal deposition of carbon-precursor resin.    USE - Non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery used for portable electronic device, communication apparatus, electric-power-assisted bicycle, power tool, etc.    ADVANTAGE - A favorable electric inter-engagement between negative electrode layer and negative electrode collector surface can be provided. The electrical property of the non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery can be stabilized even when charging/discharging cycle is repeated. Non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery with little capacitance deterioration by increase in internal resistance, can be provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery.    Copper foil (11)    Carbon (12)    Negative electrode layer (13)
NOVELTY - The battery has a bipolar type electrode having a positive electrode active material layer (13) formed on the surface of collector (11) and a negative electrode active material layer (15) formed on the other surface of collector. A battery element (21) is formed by stacking the bipolar type electrodes through the electrolyte layer (17). An insulating material portion (16) is formed in the edge portions of positive electrode active material layer and negative electrode active material layer.    USE - Bipolar type secondary battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of internal short circuit in the bipolar type secondary battery can be prevented by the formation of insulating material portion in edge portions of positive and negative electrode active material layers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of bipolar type secondary battery.    Collector (11)    Positive electrode active material layer (13)    Negative electrode active material layer (15)    Insulating material portion (16)    Electrolyte layer (17)    Battery element (21)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (10) has a cell voltage monitor (40) that detects the voltage of a fuel cell (11). A minimum cell voltage determination unit determines the lowest voltage as minimum cell voltage among the voltages detected in predetermined time. A signal output unit outputs a specific signal when the minimum cell voltage is less than threshold voltage that is determined based on largest maximum output electric current selected among the electric currents of fuel cell detected by ammeter (50).    USE - Solid polymer type fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The raise in the minimum cell voltage and the threshold voltage can be delayed in predetermined time and the incorrect judgment of running state of the fuel cell can be prevented reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cell voltage control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Hydrogen tank (30)    Cell voltage monitor (40)    Ammeter (50)
NOVELTY - The collector (10) has several recesses (1) with depth of 4-8 mm, which are formed on the surface of a copper layer. The articulated copper (2) extends from the surface of collector at length of 0.5-2 mm. A thin film consisting of tin is formed on the surface of collector.    USE - Collector of negative electrode structure in lithium ion secondary battery (both claimed) for mobile phone and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the surface area of the collector is increased, the strength of the negative electrode structure is improved, so that the capacity and durability of the lithium ion secondary battery are improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of collector; and    (2) manufacturing method of negative electrode structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a conceptual diagram of the collector.    Recess (1)    Articulated copper (2)    Collector (10)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has an anode side catalyst layer (321) and cathode side catalyst layer (331) that are formed on both surfaces of polymer electrolyte membrane (31). An anode side gas diffusion layer (322) and cathode side gas diffusion layer (332) are formed on the outer sides of the respective catalyst layer. An adhesion portion is formed in non-electric generation region of fuel for adhering the cathode side catalyst layer and cathode side gas diffusion layer such that the ratio of Nafion (RTM: perfluorosulfonic acid copolymer) to carbon is set high in the adhesion portion.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell for use in vehicle. Can also be used in vessel, airplane and robot.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion intensity of catalyst layer and gas diffusion layer can be raised and the damage of the catalyst layer by the freezing of water can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell.    Polymer electrolyte membrane (31)    Anode side catalyst layer (321)    Anode side gas diffusion layer (322)    Cathode side catalyst layer (331)    Cathode side gas diffusion layer (332)
NOVELTY - Positive electrode active material comprises crystal of boric acid-iron-magnesium-lithium compound which belongs to the space group C2/c.    USE - The positive electrode active material is useful for lithium secondary batteries (claimed), which is useful in portable devices such as mobile telephone and notebook personal computer, and in electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode active material comprising boric acid-iron-magnesium-lithium compound has excellent discharge characteristics, than positive electrode active material comprising boric acid-iron-lithium compound. The concentration of solute, electrolytic salt in nonaqueous electrolyte is 0.5-5, preferably 1-2.5 M/l, thus the higher concentrations of solute improve the conductivity of the electrolyte.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Positive electrode active material comprises crystal of formula: LixFe(1-y)MgyBO3 (I), which belongs to the space group C2/c.    x=0.5-1.5;and    y=0-0.5.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which comprises positive electrode containing the above-cited positive electrode active material and a negative electrode with nonaqueous electrolyte.
NOVELTY - An electrolytic membrane is formed (S1) and arranged (S2) on a base material such that the surface contact angle is 60 degrees or less. A composition containing a catalyst metal and proton conductor is coated to the surface of the electrolytic membrane, to form (S3) catalyst layer (I) and/or catalyst layer (II) on the membrane surface, to manufacture a membrane electrode structure which has catalyst layer (I) and catalyst layer (II) formed on either surface of the electrolytic membrane.    USE - Manufacture of membrane electrode structure for direct methanol type fuel cell and polymer electrolyte fuel cell for domestic co-generation system and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode structure having catalyst layer of uniform thickness is manufactured. Formation of wrinkles on the surface of the electrolytic membrane is suppressed by arranging the electrolytic membrane on the base material at preset surface contact angle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of manufacture of membrane electrode structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrolytic membrane formation process (S1)    Arrangement of membrane (S2)    Formation of catalyst layers (S3)    Joining process (S4)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery has positive electrode, negative electrode (1), separator and non-aqueous electrolyte. The negative electrode has negative electrode active material layer on surface(s) of a collector (103). The negative electrode active material layer has negative electrode active material layer (101) containing compound having element (E) capable of forming alloy with lithium or the element (E), and negative electrode active material layer (102) containing carbon material capable of being occluded and discharged and having preset thickness.    USE - Lithium secondary battery is used for electric vehicle and portable apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has the capability of suppressing generation of internal short circuit, and high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lithium secondary battery has positive electrode, negative electrode, separator and non-aqueous electrolyte. The negative electrode has negative electrode active material layer on surface(s) of a collector. The negative electrode active material layer has negative electrode active material layer (101) and containing compound having element (E) capable of forming alloy with lithium or the element (E), formed on the surface of the collector, and negative electrode active material layer (102) formed on layer (101) and containing carbon material capable of being occluded and discharged. The thickness of negative electrode active material layer (102) is 20-100 mu m.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of negative electrode of the lithium secondary battery.    Negative electrode (1)    Negative electrode active material layers (101,102)    Collector (103)
NOVELTY - The battery module (1) has container (12) and several battery cells (11) accommodated in container. The battery cell is chargeable and dischargeable by transfer of electric charge by ion transfer. The container is formed by hardening a non-hardened thermosetting resin material or thermoplastic resin material of molten state. The battery cell is pressurized by isotropic pressurizing process by immersing cell in non-hardened thermosetting resin material or thermoplastic resin material of solution state.    USE - Battery module for apparatus (claimed) mounted with battery module, mobile device, electric vehicle, hybrid type motor vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery module can exhibit stability and outstanding performance over a long period of time. The pressure from pressurization machine can be equally applied with liquid raw material during immersing process and pressurization hardening process. The variation in restricted load can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery module.    Battery module (1)    Battery cell (11)    Electrode (11A)    Container (12)    Lamination layer (111)
NOVELTY - The method involves applying the catalyst ink containing carbon particles and solvent to one surface of a base material, to form a coating film on the base material. The solvent of the coating film is removed, to form electrode catalyst layers (2,3). The contact surface of the coating film with the base material is cooled. The electrode catalyst layers formed on the base material are transferred to a polymer electrolyte membrane (1), to form a membrane electrode assembly (12).    USE - Manufacturing method of membrane electrode assembly of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (both claimed) used for cogeneration system, electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The battery performance of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell can be improved, even on conditions of low humidity, by using the membrane electrode assembly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) membrane electrode assembly; and    (2) polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the membrane electrode assembly.    Polymer electrolyte membrane (1)    Electrode catalyst layers (2,3)    Membrane electrode assembly (12)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has a pair of packings (10) formed in bottomed channel (5) such that one of the packings having a surface is formed opposite to the surface of other packing. A pair of separators (6) is arranged on both surfaces of the bottomed channel so as to contact solid polymer film in the front-ends. A convex-shaped portion of packing having trapezoidal shape is formed and compressively deformed in the bottomed channel such that a space for expansion of packing is formed between the packings.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell stack having absorbable packing structure is formed for thickness variation of component without producing damage and short circuit of the component and sufficient sealing performance can be obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the lamination structure of polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack.    Bottomed channel (5)    Separator (6)    Packing (10)    Rubber layer (12)
NOVELTY - The structure has a battery case body comprising an inner accommodating chamber, a top edge and an extension part, where the extension part extending out of the top edge is equipped with a through hole. The inner accommodating chamber accommodates a battery. An upper cover covered on the top edge and the extension part is equipped with a perforation corresponding to the through hole of the extension part. A locking member i.e. arc-shaped column carrying handle, is arranged in the through hole and the perforation in a dismountable manner.    USE - Battery case structure for an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The locking member is arranged in the through hole of the extension part and the perforation of the upper cover in a dismountable manner, so that the locking member is not arranged above the inner accommodating chamber of the battery case body, and the battery is prevented from water seepage. The handle accommodating chamber is not provided on the upper cover, so that the accommodation space of the battery case is increased. The locking member is dismountable and not fixed on the battery case, so that the battery case is prevented from being stolen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery case structure.
NOVELTY - The tool has an opening arranged within a side of a reaction container (11) utilized for accommodating a test vessel (10), and a reaction container (12) provided with another opening. The reaction container (11) and a conducting confirmation unit (30) are electrically connected to an oxygen electrode (21) and a hydrogen electrode (22), respectively. The reaction container (12) and a battery (42) are electrically connected to the electrodes. A switch (44) is electrically connected between one of the electrodes and the battery.    USE - Tool for learning principles of a fuel cell by a lower class student.    ADVANTAGE - The tool allows the student of the lower classes to easily enjoy learning of the principles of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fuel cell principles learning tool.    Test vessel (10)    Reaction containers (11, 12)    Oxygen electrode (21)    Hydrogen electrode (22)    Conducting confirmation unit (30)    Battery (42)    Switch (44)
NOVELTY - The device has an air feeding pipeline whose one end connected to an air inlet of a vehicle lithium battery. Another end of the air feeding pipeline is extended inside a carriage, and an air inlet pipeline is supplied with the air from inside of the carriage. One end of an exhaust pipeline is connected with an air outlet of the vehicle lithium battery, and another end of the exhaust pipeline is connected to a sealed hollow lithium battery bracket. The exhaust pipeline discharges the air through the lithium battery bracket that is provided with two hollow longitudinal beams.    USE - Ventilating device for a lithium battery in a vehicle i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The device ensures the clean air supply from the interior of the carriage. The exhaust port is arranged in the longitudinal beam of the relatively sealed lithium battery bracket, thus ensuring the clean degree of air for the lithium battery ventilation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a lithium battery ventilating device.
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring open current, temperature and circuit voltage (OCV) of a high voltage battery of a hybrid vehicle, and performing a battery state of charge (SOC) process. An SOC real value is reset according to battery management system (BMS) SOC.    USE - Method for resetting a state of charge of battery in a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reducing battery state of charge (SOC) error in cost effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of a battery state of charge reset method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The gear has a motor (100) that assists generating power of an engine (80), and an inverter (70) that runs the motor by utilizing voltage from a battery (40). A hydraulic control unit (HCU)/motor control unit (MCU) (60) controls an output torque of a car, and limits motor velocity according to car speed when the car advances into regenerative braking mode.    USE - Transmission protective gear for a hybrid vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The gear controls speed of the motor when back torque is applied in transmission according to the car speed, and maintains stable operation of oil pump, thus improving durability of transmission of the car.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a transmission protective gear of a hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a transmission protective gear.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery (40)    Hydraulic control unit/motor control unit (60)    Inverter (70)    Engine (80)    Clutch (90)    Motor (100)
NOVELTY - The mirror has a solar energy power supply comprising a solar energy panel (2) provided for converting light energy into electricity, and a storage battery (3) provided for storing the electricity. The solar energy panel is fixed above a wind screen glass of a car, and includes a charging device provided for charging the battery from an on-vehicle power supply.    USE - Anti-dazzling rear view mirror for a car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The mirror utilizes the solar energy power supply, thus lowering power consumption of the car. The mirror is environment friendly and avoids taking wires from interior of the car body, thus reducing complexity of wires.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an anti-dazzling rear view mirror for a car.    Color changing glass (1)    Solar energy panel (2)    Storage battery (3)    Control circuit (4)
NOVELTY - The device has a battery jar motor (4) and a solar motor (5) fixed on a rear axle (1). A gear (8) on the battery jar motor is connected to a chain wheel (2) via a chain. The chain for a chain wheel (3) is connected to a one-way gear (7) on the solar motor. The two chain wheels are fixed together by a bolt and fixed on a driving shaft (6).    USE - Device for driving a solar power-assistant electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device improves load and climbing ability of the power-assistant electric vehicle, and adds the continuation mileage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a solar power-assistant electric vehicle driving device.    Rear axle (1)    Chain wheels (2, 3)    Battery jar motor (4)    Solar motor (5)    Driving shaft (6)    One-way gear (7)    Gear (8)
NOVELTY - The device has a chemically modified graphene (CMG) sheet, battery, fuel cell, ultra-capacitor e.g. CMG based electrochemical double layer capacitor (300). A CMG sheet is arranged in at least a portion of CMG electrode (320). The chemically modified graphene sheet has a specific capacitance of at least about 100F/g or 500F/g and energy density of at least about 4 Wh/kg or 25 Wh/kg. A paper-like material includes stacked and/or overlapped chemically modified graphene platelets.    USE - Electrochemical device used for hybrid power system. Uses include but are not limited to handheld power tool, cell phone, and energy recapture applications such as loading crane, forklift and hybrid electric vehicle such as bus, train, subways, industrial truck and passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The graphene and CMG based carbon material with significantly larger surface areas is obtained. The operating voltage limit and energy storage range of electrochemical device can be determined easily. The significantly enhanced energy storage density over ultra-capacitors can be provided by the use of CMG electrode. Thus the operational performance of the electrochemical device is improved and lifetime of electrochemical device is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of manufacturing electrochemical device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the CMG based electrochemical double layer capacitor.    CMG based electrochemical double layer capacitor (300)    Current collector (310)    CMG electrode (320)    Separator (330)
NOVELTY - The catalyst has an electrically conductive support provided with two metals. One of the metals distributed within particles produces the other metal that varies by about 25 percentages across a scanning region with a dimension of about 70 percentages of the largest dimension of the particle, where electropositivity of the latter metal is greater than electropositivity of the former metal that is deposited by displacement of ions of the latter metal of a set of regions of a catalyst precursor structure.    USE - Fuel cell catalyst for use in a fuel cell battery (claimed) for converting chemical energy of fuel i.e. hydrogen/methanol, into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst converts the chemical energy of the fuel into the electrical energy by using metals with reduced cost while exhibiting suitable activity. The catalyst increases catalytic activity without increasing noble metal loading.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a process for producing electric power from a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation of energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDX) line scan analysis results.
NOVELTY - An electrolyte of all-vanadium ion redox flow battery is prepared by mixing reducing agent(s) with vanadium pentoxide and sulfuric acid; and reacting the mixture at 50-100 degrees C for 0.5-10 hours to obtain electrolyte having a concentration of 1-6 mol/l.    USE - Method of preparing an electrolyte of all-vanadium ion redox flow battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method generates only carbon dioxide and water thus making the method environment-friendly; and does not employ a reducing agent that generates pollutants.
NOVELTY - The device has an exhaust pipe shell (2) covering a vehicle exhaust pipe (1), where inner surface of the exhaust pipe shell is closely contacted with the vehicle exhaust pipe. A ribbed radiator (4) is placed on a low temperature surface of thermo-electric generation sheets (3). The thermo-electric generation sheets are placed on a left lateral face, a right lateral face and a lower bottom surface of the exhaust pipe shell, and are connected in series or in series-parallel connection mode. A gap between the ribbed radiator and the exhaust pipe shell is filled with heat-barrier material.    USE - Thermo-electric generation device for electric power of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The low temperature surface of the thermo-electric generation sheet is able to carry out thermal conduction to the environment. The thermo-electric generation sheet can generate electric energy by the temperature difference between the high and low temperature surfaces. The device has simple structure, convenient mounting, reliable running and ability to save vehicle fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thermo-electric generation device.    Vehicle exhaust pipe (1)    Exhaust pipe shell (2)    Thermo-electric generation sheet (3)    Ribbed radiator (4)
NOVELTY - A bis-sulfonyl imide group containing compound is new.    USE - Bis-sulfonyl imide group containing compound for polymer electrolyte used in a fuel cell membrane electrode assembly (claimed) for automotive applications.    ADVANTAGE - The bis-sulfonyl imide group containing compound has an increased number of strong acid groups; can develop crosslinked structures for improved mechanical properties or to minimize component leaching; and may be used for fuel cell applications such as in the manufacture of proton exchange membranes, as catalyst additives or in tie layers designed to be thermally and chemically robust while operating within a fuel cell's harsh environment at higher temperatures and to conduct protons, with higher levels of bound acidic groups, while in a low hydration state.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A bis-sulfonyl imide group containing compound of formula (R1-O-)2-P(-O)m-Ar'-SO2NH-SO2-R2 (1), compound of formula (2), or R1n-Ar'-SO2NH-SO2-R2 (3) is new.    R1=H, alkyl, alkylene or aryl groups which may contain heteroatoms and which may be substituted, polymers, metals, metal oxides, metal phosphates, metal phosphonates or inorganic particles;    m=0 or 1;    Ar'=aromatic group which may include heterocycles and polycycles and may be substituted; and    R2=alkyl, alkylene or aryl groups which may contain heteroatoms and which may be substituted, or polymers.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a polymer electrolyte comprising a highly fluorinated backbone and first pendant groups containing groups of formula -SO2-NH-SO2Ar'An;    (2) a polymer electrolyte membrane comprising the polymer electrolyte and a porous support;    (3) a fuel cell membrane electrode assembly comprising an electrode comprising the polymer electrolyte; and    (4) a method of making a bis-sulfonyl imide group containing compound.    Ar'=aromatic group of 5-25C which may include heterocycles and polycycles and may be substituted; and    A=-SO3H or -PO3H2.
NOVELTY - A device of the drainage layer on the cathode side for a free-breathing fuel cell is disclosed. The present invention is provided to arrange a drainage trench at the place between two neighboring air through-holes of a cathode channel, so as to reduce the surface tension of the liquid water adhered to the cathode channel, and decrease the time of the liquid water staying on the cathode channel thereby allowing a cathode catalyst layer to obtain the maximum flow of air supply. This invention utilizes the drainage trench to make the surface of the cathode channel have good drainage performance. Because the cathode catalyst layer produces a lot of water easily when the free-breathing fuel cell operates under high current density condition, the air through-holes of the cathode channel are obstructed and thereby fresh air cannot be provided for the cathode catalyst layer to perform electro-chemical reaction. This patent application utilizes drainage trench to effectively eliminate the phenomenon of accumulated liquid water and thereby prevent the power generation performance from degradation due to the obstruction of the air through-holes when the fuel cell is stably operating to generate power for a long time. Meanwhile, an extra power consumed by a fan when the fuel cell is operating under an active mode is reduced, and thereby a whole power generation efficiency of the fuel cell is raised.
NOVELTY - The method involves determining completion of cooling state of high-voltage component so as to shut down the fuel cell. A super cap relay is switched off after the fuel cell is shut down. A DC-DC converter is operated to charge the energy storage unit with hydrogen of internal channel of fuel stack. The DC-DC converter is shut down after storing the residual hydrogen in the energy storage unit. The fuel cell relay is switched off after the DC-DC converter is shut down.    USE - Method for utilizing residual hydrogen in shutting-down state of fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The stability can be improved by enhancing energy efficiency and lowering fuel cell voltage to stop an operation of engine. The hydrogen availability can be enhanced, and the oxygen shortage phenomenon can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the residual hydrogen utilization process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A heat recovery system (10) has a first loop (20), a second loop (22), and a heat exchanger (24) to transfer heat from the first loop to second loop. The first loop is configured to conduct heat energy between the fluid and the exhaust gas recirculation system (14) as well as between the fluid and engine exhaust (16), and is equipped with a valve (36) to control amount of fluid being heat-exchanged with the exhaust. The second loop transfers heat from the recirculation system to the fluid, and is equipped with a turbine (58) to convert heat from fluid into electrical energy.    USE - Heat recovery system, such as waste heat recovery system for engine e.g. diesel engine (claimed), including exhaust and exhaust gas recovery system.    ADVANTAGE - Maximum amount of electricity can be produced by turbine in second loop since maximum amount of heat is transferred from fluid in first loop to organic fluid in second loop through heat exchanger and temperature or organic fluid is maximized while utilizing heat from engine exhaust and exhaust gas recovery system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a method for generating power using waste heat from an engine including an exhaust system and an exhaust gas recovery system; and    (2) a system configured to produce electricity from waste heat produced by an engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of a waste heat recovery system.    Heat recovery system (10)    Exhaust gas recirculation system (14)    Engine exhaust (16)    First loop (20)    Second loop (22)    Heat exchanger (24)    Valve (36)    Turbine (58)
NOVELTY - The system (208) has two end units (204, 206) for holding a fuel cell stack (202) between the units. A spring e.g. compression spring, applies a compressive force to the stack. The spring is arranged between two spring plates. A sheet is coupled to one of the spring plates and the end unit (204). A spring strut is coupled to the other spring plate and the end unit (206). A sheet separator is arranged between a pair of sheets adjacent to the latter spring plate. An end of the spring strut is securely threaded with a bolt arranged through the end unit (206).    USE - Compression retention system for use in a fuel cell system (claimed) of an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system optimizes height of a fuel cell system by arranging springs at sides of the fuel cell system instead at the top. The system allows for minimization of spring rate by using springs having lower compression on the sides of the fuel cell stack, thus improving durability of the system. The system provides an electromagnetic interference and an environmental enclosure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell stack having several fuel cells    (2) a method for assembling a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front elevational view of a fuel cell system having the fuel cell stack assembled with a compression retention system.    Proton exchange membrane fuel cell stack (2)    Fuel cell system (200)    Fuel cell stack (202)    End units (204, 206)    Compression retention system (208)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring pressure drop across a recirculation pump (30) and temperature of anode recirculation gas. Pressure drop across an anode side of a fuel cell stack (12) is calculated. Volume flow of gas flowing through the anode side is calculated as a function of calculated pressure drop, temperature and the measured pressure drop. Density of gas flowing through recirculation loop is calculated based on the volume flow, measured pressure drop and speed of pump. Percentage of hydrogen in the gas is calculated based on the density, temperature and the measured pressure drop.    USE - Method for determining concentration of hydrogen in anode recirculation loop of a fuel cell stack in a fuel cell system (claimed) that is utilized in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables accurate determination of the hydrogen concentration in the anode recirculation loop, thus enabling the fuel cell stack to be operated under optimized conditions, and hence maximizing the performance of the fuel system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system, comprising a fresh hydrogen source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a anode recirculation in a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Hydrogen source (14)    Mixing junction (16)    Recirculation pump (30)
NOVELTY - The system has an interface (104) admitting used cooking oil from a cooking appliance (102) i.e. fry bath. A reforming reactor (120) is placed downstream of and in fluidic communication with the interface and produces a reformed fuel. A fuel cell is placed downstream of and in fluidic communication with the reforming reactor and receives the reformed fuel. A controller (106) opens and closes a pair of valves (108, 110) to control admission of the cooking oil, and to control release of the cooking oil. A sulfur remover (118) reduces amount of solids in the cooking oil.    USE - System for deriving an electrical energy from used cooking oil for preparing fried food in a food-preparation facility i.e. restaurant.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfur remover allows hydrodesulfurization to offer a relative increased utilization of the cooking-oil and/or lower generation of waste products than adsorption-based sulfur removal.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method to derive electrical energy from used cooking oil.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a used cooking oil processing system.    Cooking appliance (102)    Interface (104)    Controller (106)    Valves (108, 110)    Sulfur remover (118)    Reforming reactor (120)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring a pressure drop across a recirculation pump (30) i.e. anode recirculation pump, and measuring temperature of an anode recirculation gas flowing through a recirculation loop. Fresh hydrogen is fed into the recirculation loop. Pressure drop across an anode side of a stack (12) is calculated. Volume flow of the recirculation gas through the anode side of the stack is calculated. Calculated volume flow and an amount of fresh hydrogen to be fed into the recirculation loop are utilized to determine speed of the pump to achieve a predetermined ratio.    USE - Method for determining speed of a recirculation pump in an anode recirculation loop of a fuel cell system based on a predetermined ratio of fresh hydrogen to recirculated anode gas.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides proper ratio of fresh hydrogen to recirculated anode gas by using a mathematical model based on system parameters. The method utilizes percentage of hydrogen fraction in the recirculation gas to determine the speed of the pump, so that desired mixture of fresh hydrogen to recirculated gas is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an anode recirculation loop in a fuel cell system for controlling speed of a recirculation pump and a bleed valve.    Stack (12)    Exhaust line (28)    Recirculation pump (30)    Water trap (32)    Controller (34)
NOVELTY - The battery (100) has an electrode assembly (110) including a separator (114) interposed between an anode (112) and a cathode (113), and a case (120) including a space for housing the electrode assembly. A cap assembly (140) is connected to the case, and is electrically connected to the electrode assembly. A core (160) is positioned inside the electrode assembly, and includes a distance between an exterior and a center of the core at ends in a length direction that is greater than a distance between the exterior and the center of the core at the center in the length direction.    USE - Cylindrical or prismatic shaped rechargeable battery for driving a motor of an electric vehicle or a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The rechargeable battery easily reduces the stress that is generated at a center portion by forming supports at the ends of the core, and minimizes output deterioration of the rechargeable battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective cross-sectional view of a cylindrical or prismatic shaped rechargeable battery.    Cylindrical or prismatic shaped rechargeable battery (100)    Electrode assembly (110)    Anode (112)    Cathode (113)    Separator (114)    Case (120)    Cap assembly (140)    Core (160)
NOVELTY - The method involves operating a fuel cell system (12) in order to provide thermal energy to a cooling circuit (42) of a combustion engine (34) via a heat-exchanger (22). A conveyor device (26) of the cooling circuit is operated during operation of the fuel cell system in order to supply the thermal energy of the fuel cell system to the combustion engine via the heat-exchanger for warming the combustion engine and for maintaining combustion engine minimum temperature. The conveyor device is switched off, when the combustion engine reaches combustion engine minimum temperature and started.    USE - Method for warming a combustion engine of a vehicle i.e. motor vehicle such as lorry (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method operates the conveyor device of the cooling circuit during operation of the fuel cell system in order to supply the thermal energy of the fuel cell system to the combustion engine via the heat-exchanger for warming the combustion engine and for maintaining combustion engine minimum temperature, so that the starting of combustion engine is ensured also in extremely cold environment conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a system which is suitable for execution of method for warming a combustion engine of a vehicle.    Fuel cell system (12)    Heat-exchanger (22)    Conveyor device (26)    Combustion engine (34)    Cooling circuit (42)
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying voltage to an electronic ignition lock (2) from a main battery (3), when a battery voltage of the main battery reaches a threshold value. The voltage is supplied to the ignition lock from an auxiliary battery (4), when the battery voltage falls below the threshold value. The battery voltage with the threshold value is compared with an integrated source of reference by a voltage detector component e.g. NCP301, where the detector component comprises a firm switching voltage which is adjusted to the threshold value by a voltage divider (5).    USE - Method for supplying voltage from a main battery and an auxiliary battery to an electronic ignition lock in a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery voltage with the threshold value is compared with the integrated source of reference by the voltage detector component, so that the voltage can be supplied to the ignition lock without using an operational amplifier and an external source of reference, thus reducing the cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a voltage supply circuit comprising a voltage divider.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a circuit for supplying voltage to an electronic ignition lock in a motor vehicle from a main battery and an auxiliary battery.    Circuit (1)    Electronic ignition lock (2)    Main battery (3)    Auxiliary battery (4)    Voltage divider (5)
NOVELTY - A component, especially the bipolar plate (20) of a fuel cell, will be coated. Coating material (21) is placed over the region to be coated (22). It is bonded by adiabatic plating. Simultaneously during this plating operation, adiabatic re-shaping of the coating or of the surface (24) of the component takes place. This introduces a structure into the surface or the coating. The structure is a channel structure. The coating, which is made from gold or platinum, is bonded to the surface at a velocity exceeding 10 m/s.    USE - For coating fuel cell bipolar plates with a precious metal layer, simultaneously introducing channels.    ADVANTAGE - The new method operates adiabatically, in that little or no heat is transferred because the alteration of state is extremely rapid. An excellent bond is produced. Less precious metal is required than in earlier plating methods, saving costs. By shaping and plating in the same operation, energy is saved. The velocity required for plating exceeds that required for re-shaping hence both operations are carried out simultaneously without difficulty. Gold or platinum are preferred for plating; they form an extremely adherent bond. The plating method has diverse applications, but is found particularly suitable for making bipolar plates of fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM IS INCLUDED FOR the plated fuel cell component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of equipment used for adiabatic plating.    bipolar plate (20)    coating material (21)    region to be coated (22)    surface of component (24)    direction of movement (30)
NOVELTY - The chamber has profile rails (12) accessible from outside and fastening connecting elements. The profile rails are arranged at edges and inserted in an outer contour of the chamber. Slotted nuts are designed as the connecting elements. Each profile rail includes a groove (14) that is designed such that the slotted nuts are inserted in the grooves. The profile rails are designed in such a manner that the slotted nuts are continuously shifted along the respective grooves and form variable fastening points at a common housing.    USE - Chamber for accommodating a fuel cells-stack that is utilized in a modular fuel cells-system.    ADVANTAGE - The profile rails are accessible from outside and fasten the connecting elements, thus allowing optimal adaptation of the fuel cell system to the respective fuel cell stack or respective operating conditions. The profile rails are designed in such a manner that the slotted nuts are continuously shifted along the respective grooves and form variable fastening points at the housing, thus enabling easy insertion of the chamber in the housing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side perspective view of a chamber with profile rails that are directly screwed in recesses.    Profile rails (12)    Grooves (14)
NOVELTY - An oxidizing agent tank (2) holds oxidizing agent gas. A fuel tank (3) holds liquid fuel. A liquid fuel thruster (4) makes the liquid fuel to react for generating thrust. A fuel cell carries out reaction of the decomposed liquid fuel and the oxidizing agent gas, and generates fuel gas such as hydrogen gas for electric power generation. An electric propulsion system (6) generates a thrust by using the power generated from the fuel cell.    USE - Propulsion apparatus for spacecraft such as satellite.    ADVANTAGE - The thrust generated is used for position control of spacecraft in short time. The lifetime of the spacecraft is prolonged by the application of the electric propulsion system. The liquid fuel is used in liquid fuel thruster and fuel cell, so that simplification of the structure is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of propulsion apparatus for spacecraft.    Oxidizing agent tank (2)    Fuel tank (3)    Liquid fuel thruster (4)    Electric propulsion system (6)    Gas producer (13)
NOVELTY - The sub-frame (40) includes a joint (51a) which couples a crossmember (41) to a side member (42), forming an intersection part (55) that supports a battery. A second joint (52) couples a crossmember (49) to a side member (46) to form an intersection part (75) that supports a supplemental equipment.    USE - Sub-frame for support fuel cell of fuel-cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Improves structural strength of sub-frame, while reducing sub-frame weight. Reduces man-hour needed to join components e.g. side members, crossmembers of sub-frame. Allows inclining of side frame, thus improving layout of fuel cell or supplemental equipment mounted on sub-frame.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the isometric view of the sub-frame.    Sub-frame (40)    Crossmember (41)    Side member (42)    Side member (46)    Crossmember (49)    Joint (51a)    Second joint (52)    Intersection part (55)    Intersection part (75)
NOVELTY - The valve apparatus has supply channel (111) that is connected with the bottom wall (112) of the primary chamber section (110) of primary chamber (110a). The orifice (113) is provided below the bottom wall of chamber section. The fluid is supplied to the chamber through the channel. A valve seat (116) is provided in the bottom surface of valve.    USE - Purge valve apparatus for polymer electrolyte fuel cell system installed in fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in fuel cell system mounted in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train and vessel, fuel cell system for domestic application, fuel cell system used in stores, office, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Water droplet remained in the chamber can be discharged easily to the supply channel by the arrangement of channel and the orifice. Valve can be displaced smoothly also in low temperature environment. Stable operation of the apparatus is enabled. Fuel cell system which is excellent in durability and reliability can be provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the purge valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Primary chamber section (110)    Primary chamber (110a)    Supply channel (111)    Bottom wall of primary chamber section (112)    Orifice (113)    Valve seat (116)
NOVELTY - The heat exchanger has multiple convex parts (7) provided on the inner surface of a pipe (2) and individually having a cross-section orthogonal to the axial direction of the pipe about the mutual positional relationship in the convex parts. Each center axis of an adjacent convex part is arranged in a position which does not coincide with an axial direction projection surface.    USE - Heat exchanger for air conditioner or hot water supply apparatus. Also used for fuel cell application, heat pump system hot-water dispensing apparatus, washing-drying machine and grain storage warehouse.    ADVANTAGE - Increases heating surface area, while suppressing increase in pressure loss of fluid. Ensures efficient transfer of heat from second fluid to first fluid to improve heat exchange performance without extending tube length.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional drawing of a water pipe in the heat exchanger. (Drawing includes non-English text).    Pipe (2)    Outer pipe (3)    Inner pipe (4)    Leak detection groove (5)    Convex parts (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has heat supply unit (3) for supplying heat to plane electrodes (2a,2b). A non-contact type temperature detecting unit (4) generates image signal (S1) while measuring surface temperature distribution of plane electrode (2b). A display unit (5) displays image indicating surface temperature distribution of plane electrode (2b), on screen (5a).    USE - Apparatus for detecting defect portion between plane electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - The defect portions between the plane electrodes can be detected accurately, and the cost of the defect portion detection apparatus can be reduced reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the apparatus for detecting defect portion between plane electrodes. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Apparatus for detecting defect portion between plane electrodes (1)    Plane electrodes (2a,2b)    Heat supply unit (3)    Non-contact type temperature detecting unit (4)    Display unit (5)    Screen (5a)    Image signal (S1)
NOVELTY - An electronic control unit (41) controls shut valve (21) used for interrupting hydrogen gas, injector (23) used for adjusting the supply amount of hydrogen gas and cathode gas supply unit so that the fuel cell main portion performs electric power generation in the state in which temperature of fuel cell stack (10) is below specific temperature. The shut valve and injector are controlled so that hydrogen gas of predetermined quantity is stored in hydrogen chamber (22).    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen gas of predetermined quantity corresponding to the quantity required for increasing the temperature of the fuel cell stack for performing air-scavenging is stored in the hydrogen chamber, the air-scavenging processing can be performed in short period of time, even if the temperature of the fuel cell stack reduces.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Shut valve (21)    Hydrogen chamber (22)    Injector (23)    Electronic control unit (41)
NOVELTY - The end plate (10) is arranged at the end surface of cell laminated portion by which the membrane electrode assembly and several metal thin plates (12-18) are laminated. Each of the metal thin plate is provided with through-holes (12A-12H) which penetrate from the front surface to back surface, such that through-holes of adjacent metal thin plates mutually overlap.    USE - End plate of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The end plate is designed effectively according to the requirement of cell laminated portion and the rigidity of end plate is secured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the end plate.    End plate (10)    Metal thin plates (12-18)    Through-holes (12A-12H)
NOVELTY - The heating system (100) has a combustor (50) that burns the off gas emitted from anode of fuel cell (12) provided in moving object (10). A combustion heating apparatus introduces the heat generated in the combustor by combustion of off gas into the chamber of moving object. A control unit (70) drives the combustion heating apparatus, based on the driving state of fuel cell.    USE - Heating system of moving object e.g. vehicle, aircraft, vessel, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Rapid heating of chamber of moving object can be easily achieved by heating system immediately after start-up of moving object, as the control unit drives the combustion heating apparatus that introduces heat generated in combustor by combustion of off gas into chamber of moving object, based on the driving state of fuel cell provided in moving object, while achieving effective utilization of heat generated by fuel cell. The concentration of reactive gas contained in off gas can be easily adjusted by controlling quantity of reactive gas and circulating load of off gas supplied to fuel cell using heating system provided in moving object.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the heating system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Moving object (10)    Fuel cell (12)    Combustor (50)    Control unit (70)    Heating system (100)
NOVELTY - The flat cable connector (10) has a clamp (2) with a cable holding region (3) for holding several flat cables (5) along the thickness direction. The cable is formed with an adhering surface whose width along the longitudinal direction is set to be larger than the length of longitudinal cable portion formed perpendicular to width direction of the cable.    USE - Flat cable connector fixed to electric equipment and vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to petrol car, hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle, voltage monitoring sensor, domestic co-generation equipment, camera, communication apparatus, etc,.    ADVANTAGE - The flat cables are integrated along the adhering surfaces and the adhering surfaces are clamped inside to the clamp so that stress generation due to soldering can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view and exploded perspective view of the cable connector. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Casing (1)    Clamp (2)    Cable holding region (3)    Cable (5)    Flat cable connector (10)
NOVELTY - The storage battery has rolling sheet for expanded grids that is arranged so that the rolling sheet is located in lower side with respect to electrode height direction of slab. The surfaces of the rolling sheet are formed with coating layer consisting lead-tin-antimony alloy provided in electrode lower portion. The tin and antimony contents in the coating layer are 1-10% respectively.    USE - Lead storage battery e.g. starting, lighting and ignition (SLI) battery for use in motor vehicle e.g. luxury car.    ADVANTAGE - Since the proper quantity of tin and antimony are contained in the coating layer, the negative electrode deterioration due to sulfation can be suppressed and the life time of the battery can be improved. The discharge capacity of the battery can be improved by regulating specific gravity in 20 degrees C of electrolyte solution to 1.2710-1.320, the decrease in electrolyte solution due to gas-evolution can be suppressed, and the battery characteristic can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph representing ratio of lifetime cycle number in idling stop life test of lead storage battery, and the amount of liquid decrease at the time of 75 degrees C constant voltage overcharge life test of the lead storage battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a gas supply system for supplying anode gas and cathode gas to each of the several fuel cell units of a fuel cell stack (11) in one state, and for supplying cathode waste gas emitted from one fuel cell unit to each of other fuel cell units in another state. A control unit (30) controls the gas supply system between the two states according to the electric energy to be generated by the fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The restarting of each fuel cell unit of the fuel cell stack can be performed in short time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (11)    Valve (14)    Main anode gas flow path (21)    Cathode waste gas flow path (26)    Control unit (30)
NOVELTY - A metal material (10) has an adhesive layer (2) and an electric contact layer (3) formed on a surface of a metallic substrate (1). The metallic substrate consists of a metal such as nickel or chromium. The adhesive layer contains metal such as titanium, niobium, tantalum and/or zirconium, and has thickness of 5-100 nm. The electric contact layer contains noble metal, and has thickness of 1-20 nm.    USE - Metal material is used for metal plate used as separator for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The metal material has excellent durability, and is economical. The peeling of the electric contact layer is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of metal material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the metal material.    Metallic substrate (1)    Adhesive layer (2)    Electric contact layer (3)    Metal material (10)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has temperature sensor (67) for detecting the temperature of aluminum electrolytic capacitor (65). An electrothermal heater (66) heats the electrolytic capacitor when the temperature of the electrolytic capacitor is less than the preset value. A switching unit (68) switches ON-OFF the electrothermal heater.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in vessel, aircraft and robot.    ADVANTAGE - The traction inverter operation can be controlled effectively and the temperature characteristic of the fuel cell system can be improved reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Aluminum electrolytic capacitor (65)    Electrothermal-heater (66)    Temperature sensor (67)    Switching unit (68)
NOVELTY - The electrical storage apparatus (30) has a battery (32) surrounded by a thermal storage material (34). The thermal storage material stores the heat produced in the vicinity of the battery at the time of charging and discharging of the battery. The heat emission from the thermal storage material is controlled such that the exhaust heat from the thermal storage material is utilized for heat-use apparatus such as hot-water supply apparatus (44).    USE - Electrical storage apparatus connected to floor-heating apparatus, hot-water supply apparatus (claimed) e.g. water heater and air blower in heat-use system (both claimed) installed in residence building. Can also be used in air conditioning equipment for use in electric vehicle, commercial building, industrial building and agricultural industry.    ADVANTAGE - The heat generated at the time of charging and discharging of the battery, is utilized efficiently for the heat-use apparatus and the battery temperature is managed effectively to suppress the fall of battery lifetime.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for heat-use system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the heat-use system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrical storage apparatus (30)    Battery (32)    Thermal storage material (34)    Heat-medium circulation pipe (36)    Hot-water supply apparatus (44)
NOVELTY - The device has battery cases (2A) that accommodate storage chambers (14A-14C) for accommodating batteries (1) so as to mutually connect cooling clearance gaps (18) formed between battery surfaces while arranging each battery in normal position. The roughness of rough surface (19) relative to inner surface of the storage chamber (14B) exposed to the clearance gaps is set rough rather than that of inner surface of storage chamber (14A) exposed to cooling clearance gaps.    USE - Power supply device mounted in electric vehicle such as hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The batteries accommodated in storage chambers can be cooled efficiently at uniform temperature, and the power supply device which can equalize the temperature difference of the battery, can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of the battery case of the power supply device.    Battery (1)    Battery case (2A)    Storage chambers (14A-14C)    Cooling clearance gap (18)    Rough surface (19)
NOVELTY - The system has modifier (2) for reforming raw material to produce anode gas supplied to anode of fuel cell stack. A cathode gas channel (12) has inlet port (12i) by which cathode gas to cathode of fuel cell stack is supplied. An exhaust port (14p) of cathode off-gas channel (14) discharges cathode off gas discharged from cathode towards housing (50) after power generation. The modifier and inlet and exhaust ports with cathode gas channels are arranged in respective side spaces (50y,50w) of central line along longitudinal direction of housing's storage chamber (50x).    USE - Fuel cell system installed in workshop, building and house. Can also be used in vehicle, electric machine and portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure loss of cathode gas channel is suppressed since the length of the cathode-off gas channel is suppressed or shortened by arranging the cathode off-gas channel in the secondary side space of central line along longitudinal direction of storage chamber of housing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the housing. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Modifier (2)    Cathode gas channel (12)    Inlet port (12i)    Cathode off-gas channel (14)    Exhaust port (14p)    Housing (50)    Storage chamber (50x)    Side spaces (50w,50y)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a housing (50) which is divided into a modifier accommodation chamber (51) and a temperature-maintenance chamber (53) by a partition (55). An opening (75) is formed in the partition, for introducing external air through the temperature-maintenance chamber to the modifier accommodation chamber.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle, electric machine, electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature reduction in the modifier accommodation chamber can be attained effectively by forming air-introduction opening in the partition between modifier accommodation chamber and temperature-maintenance chamber. Hence the maintenance person can safely insert the hand into the modifier accommodation chamber at the time of repairing the modifier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Housing (50)    Modifier accommodation chamber (51)    Temperature-maintenance chamber (53)    Partition (55)    Opening (75)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an electric equipment box (68) provided in a casing (50), and a freezing generation unit (28) that is frozen, when the liquid contained in the freezing generation unit is below freezing point. A shared ventilation unit (101) ventilates the box chamber interior of electric equipment box to suppress excess temperature rising in the box during driving the fuel cell system. The ventilation unit ventilates the freezing generation unit so as to suppress the freezing in the freezing generation unit at the time of shut down of the fuel cell system.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in e.g. work shop and house. Can also be used in vehicle, electric machine and portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rising suppression operation and freezing suppression operation can be performed effectively by the shared ventilation unit so that the number of components can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the fuel cell system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Freezing generation unit (28)    Casing (50)    Storage chamber (50x)    Electric equipment box (68)    Shared ventilation unit (101)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery has an insulation holder (13) having an electrode fitting portion (20) connected to electrode terminals (11) of unit cells (10) and a coupler holder (21) for arranging a coupler (12) in the normal position. The electrode terminals of adjacent unit cells are electrically connected by the coupler in the normal position at the coupler holder. A terminal cover covers the outer side of the insulation holder.    USE - Assembled battery for supplying electric power to motor in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode terminals of the unit cells are connected easily without applying force on the electrode terminals. The flow of short circuit current into the unit cell is prevented by insulating the electrode terminal reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded perspective view of the insulation holder of the assembled battery and the joint structure of the coupler.    Unit cell (10)    Electrode terminal (11)    Coupler (12)    Insulation holder (13)    Electrode fitting portion (20)    Coupler holder (21)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has housing (70) for accommodating fuel cell (11), which is fixed to a base (81) surrounding the housing. The circumference of the housing is surrounded by the base plates so as to install the housing in an installation region. A temperature sensor (82) with a temperature sensitive element is provided in the surrounding space of the base to detect the external temperature.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature outside the fuel cell system can be detected easily by the temperature sensor that is protected by the external influences such as wind and rain so that the reliability of the fuel cell system can be improved and the operation control can be performed accurately and efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the housing. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (11)    Auxiliary machine (14)    Housing (70)    Base (81)    Temperature sensor (82)
NOVELTY - The protective tube (30) has battery case (20) for accommodating storage battery. A rupture portion (41) is formed in a curved portion of the tube, and cleaved at pressure lower than the pressure at which a battery case is ruptured.    USE - Wiring protective tube for storage battery structure e.g. lithium assembled battery structure (both claimed) mounted on electric vehicle e.g. hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The rupture portion of the tube can be cleaved and the pressure within the battery case can be released when pressure within the battery case is increased. Therefore, the damage to the battery case can be prevented and the manufacturing cost can be reduced without adding the components pf complicated structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vehicle-mounted structure of storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the rupture portion of the wiring protective tube.    Wiring (19)    Battery case (20)    Upper side case (21)    Wiring protective tube (30)    Rupture portion (41)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has an assembled battery housed inside a battery case (20), the assembled battery having several battery modules (11) fastened by several fastening rods (16). The fastening rods have their ends directly or indirectly abutting the opposing inner surfaces of the battery case.    USE - Battery pack for vehicle such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The number of bolts for fastening the assembled battery in the battery case can be reduced, as the fastening rods have their ends directly or indirectly abutting the opposing inner surfaces of the battery case. This results in reduction of weight and manufacturing cost of the battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery pack showing the support structure of the assembled battery in a battery case.    Battery modules (11)    Fastening rods (16)    Battery case (20)
NOVELTY - An assembled battery (1) has several cells (10) that are laminated and accommodated inside the housing (2). The gas inside each cell is discharged outside to the housing when the internal pressure of the battery reaches the open pressure. The seal portions are formed by welding at the edge of the metal composite films formed at battery exterior. The open pressure of the cell is set according to the welding width of the seal portions of the metal composite films.    USE - Assembled battery module e.g. lithium ion battery mounted in e.g. electric vehicle and hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The discharge timing of the gas is offset in the cell and the discharge amount of gas per unit time is regulated properly without enlarging battery module by setting open pressure based on the welding width of the seal portions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the assembled battery.    Assembled battery (1)    Housing (2)    Cell (10)    Widths of seal portion (W1-W3)
NOVELTY - The sonar detects the distance of the object existing in surrounding regions of vehicle. The CPU acquires the volume of carriage shed where vehicle is positioned based on detected distance. The CPU stops the electric power generation of fuel cell stack based on acquired volume of carriage shed.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in transporting apparatus (claimed) such as two-wheeled motor vehicle. Can also be used in electronic device such as personal computer, mobile telephone and notebook-type personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system can suppress the deterioration of fuel cell reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the operation of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The device (S) has a safety valve (20) with groove portion and linear-slot portion formed around a projection portion (23) protruded in power supply element. An insulator (30) of plate-shaped is arranged with center portion with center hole (31). The projection portion is inserted in center hole of insulator and electrically connected to conductive board (40).    USE - Safety device for non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery (claimed) for motor vehicle and construction machine. Can also be used in electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The possibility for contact of cleavage location and conductive board is eliminated and the flow of electric current in battery can be blocked when the abnormal state is generated in battery. The connection of safety valve and insulator is performed reliably and size of the safety device is reduced. The safety device can be manufactured effectively with less number of components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the safety device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Safety valve (20)    Projection portion (23)    Insulator (30)    Center hole (31)    Conductive board (40)    Safety device (S)
NOVELTY - The supply manifolds (43) for supplying gas to gas flow path (4) are formed in one side of edge vicinity of single cell. The exhaust manifolds (44) for exhausting the gas passed through gas flow path are formed in other side of edge vicinity of single cell. The through-holes (45,46) for penetration of fastening bolt into single cell at the time of stack formation of cells are formed at the supply manifold and exhaust manifold side respectively. The through-holes (46) at the side of exhaust manifold are formed in current collection sheet (41) made of metal.    USE - Fuel cell for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell can be made compact by the formation position of through-hole for penetration of fastening bolt. Electric power generation performance can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the gas flow inside the gas flow path of fuel cell.    Gas flow path (4)    Current collection sheet (41)    Supply manifolds (43)    Exhaust manifolds (44)    Through-holes (45,46)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (100) has separators (30) formed of porous portion by which electroconductive metal particle (31) is joined mutually. A shield film (20) of uneven shape is formed opposing the MEGA (10A). A clearance gap formed between shield film and MEGA becomes the gas flow path and inner side of separator becomes the flow path of cooling water. The metal particle of separator is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy, copper or copper alloy, titanium or titanium alloy, carbon or carbon alloy and the shield film is made of gold or gold alloy and silver or silver alloy.    USE - Fuel cell mounted in vehicle such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The gas diffusion property and cooling property of membrane electrode assembly are excellent and the electric power generation performance is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the fuel cell.    MEGA (10A)    Shield film (20)    Separator (30)    Metal particle (31)    Fuel cell (100)
NOVELTY - Two link plates (130) are spanned in taper shape between intermediate plate (120) and end plates (110) at upper and lower ends. The link plates are connected to end plates at upper and lower ends and to intermediate plates at respective right and left connection locations (ESR,ESL,CSR,CSL) by coupling pins (140). When external force is added from left-right direction, the intermediate plate is displaced which in turn causes rotation of link plates and swiveling of end plate at upper end. When external force is not added, bigger fastening force is applied to rotate the link plate.    USE - Fuel cell mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The malfunctioning such as offset of stacking completed fuel cell can be effectively suppressed by increasing the fastening force. Since the fastening force increase is performed by the circumference side of the fuel cell, the careless increase in contact pressure in the membrane electrode assembly located in the center of the cell can be suppressed. Since the fastening force is not increased at the time of normal operation, the fall of battery performance can be suppressed. The link plate resets to original state after the added external force disappears, hence fastening force increase can be eliminated so as to improve the battery performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory drawing illustrating the behavior of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    End plate (110)    Intermediate plate (120)    Link plate (130)    Coupling pins (140)    Connection locations (CSL,CSR,ESL,ESR)    Fixed structure (KD)
NOVELTY - An alloy type negative electrode active material is provided in negative electrode (6). A positive electrode lead (7) is connected to positive electrode collector so as to not protrude outward of flat-winding type electrode group (1) rather than the surface (1x) of thickness direction of electrode group. A negative electrode lead (8) is connected to negative electrode collector so as to not protrude outward of electrode group rather than the surface (1y) of thickness direction. The charging/discharging of battery is performed under pressurization, for the first time.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), computer, portable game apparatus, video camera, power tool, vacuum cleaner, robot, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), fuel cell electric vehicle, plug-in HEV (PHEV), etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since alloy type negative electrode active material is utilized for the lithium ion secondary battery, the swelling of battery accompanying the repetition of charging/discharging is prevented. Thus battery excellent in charging/discharging characteristic is obtained. The safety of battery can be ensured and durability of battery can be prolonged.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional and top views of the lithium ion secondary battery.    Electrode group (1)    Surfaces of thickness direction of electrode group (1x,1y)    Negative electrode (6)    Positive electrode lead (7)    Negative electrode lead (8)
NOVELTY - The lead storage battery has lid (2) which is integrated to the upper portion of battery case (1) by welding. A conductive layer (8) is provided in the circumference vicinity of integration portion (7) of battery case and lid. The conductive layer is connected to negative electrode terminal (5).    USE - Lead storage battery mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery failure due to the electrostatic discharge spark generated near the integration portion, can be prevented. Thus, the generation of cracks at the integrated peripheral portion of battery case and lid can be prevented so that a reliable lead storage battery having prolonged service life can be obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings shows perspective view of the lead storage battery, and sectional view of negative electrode terminal portion of lead storage battery.    Battery case (1)    Lid (2)    Negative electrode terminal (5)    Integration portion (7)    Conductive layer (8)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (10A) has fuel cell package (12) accommodating the fuel cell (11) on the base (13). A sliding apparatus (15A) for sliding the fuel cell, is provided inside the fuel cell package. The fuel cell is drawn out ahead of fuel cell package through the opening (12a) of fuel cell package by using sliding apparatus, at the time of performing maintenance work of fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in house.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell can be drawn out from the fuel cell package easily by using the slide apparatus, during maintenance work of fuel cell, even when the package is installed in the narrow place. Thus, the maintenance work of the fuel cell can be performed easily, even when sufficient maintenance work space is not provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical side view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10A)    Fuel cell (11)    Fuel cell package (12)    Opening of fuel cell package (12a)    Base (13)    Sliding apparatus (15A)
NOVELTY - The electrical storage apparatus has several square-shaped batteries (131) that are accommodated within battery case (12) of the battery module (11). The heat radiation layer (19) of higher heat conductivity is formed at outer surface of the battery case distantly located with respect to air inlet (123). The air inlet for reducing the temperature of the battery case is connected with cooling channel (141) formed between the batteries. The air inflow line (121) is extended in lamination direction of the batteries.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus for use in drive motor of hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in drive motor of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat radiation layer of higher heat conductivity, is formed at outer surface distantly located with respect to air inlet of battery case, so that the temperature difference between the batteries can be suppressed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the cooling structure of the electrical storage apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery module (11)    Battery case (12)    Heat radiation layer (19)    Air inflow line (121)    Air inlet (123)    Square-shaped battery (131)    Cooling channel (141)
NOVELTY - The battery cover (10) has a safety device (S) having a safety valve (30) with a plate-shaped bottom face (32) and a projection portion (33) protruded with respect to a power supply element. The safety valve is fitted to an insulator, so that the projection portion is passed through a center hole (41) of the insulator and is welded with an electrically conductive board (50). A flange face (31) of the safety valve and a flange portion (11) of the battery cover are welded through the welding assistance material.    USE - Safety device integrated battery cover for secondary battery (claimed) such as lithium ion secondary battery used for electronic device, motor vehicle, construction machine, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the battery cover and the safety valve of the safety device are welded through the welding assistance material, the resistance change of the battery at the time of electric supply can be reduced, even if vibration and impact are received at the time of battery use. The safety valve and the insulator are easily and reliably fitted, while achieving size reduction of the safety device. The manufacturing of the safety device can be easily performed by performing integration of the safety device and the cover, and the insulator and conductive board at same process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the safety device integrated battery cover. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery cover (10)    Flange portion of battery cover (11)    Safety valve (30)    Flange face of safety valve (31)    Plate-shaped bottom face (32)    Projection portion (33)    Center hole (41)    Electrically conductive board (50)    Safety device (S)
NOVELTY - The lead storage battery has cells arranged in linear form. The density of the antimony contained in an electrolyte solution (14) in the cells at both ends is higher than what is contained in the cell at an intermediate part. The electrode group (2) arranged in the cell is connected in series.    USE - Lead storage battery used for idling stop system mounted in motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents deterioration of a function of the lead storage battery and ensures lifetime characteristic of the lead storage battery. Prevents crawling of an electrolyte solution. Suppresses corrosion of a negative electrode strap by regulating the amount of antimony.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of a positive electrode end cell.    Battery case (1)    Electrode group (2)    Positive electrode plate (8)    Negative electrode plate (9)    Electrolyte solution (14)
NOVELTY - The laminated core (1) has an annular core board with several predetermined number of lamination sheets connected in an annular form along up-down direction. Several crimped portions (7) are formed in unit core (2) in wavelike form and arranged in region which is irrespective to the magnetic flux path of rotor, so that to connect with an annular core board by crimp coupling.    USE - Laminated core of rotor for permanent magnet type synchronous rotary electric machine e.g. electric motor and generator for vehicle such as hybrid type motor vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, elevator and processing machine (all claimed). Can also be used in winding machine, multi-story car park, machine tool, injection molding machine and semiconductor manufacturing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The requirement of magnetic core materials is reduced and the magnetic characteristic of the motor is secured. The productivity of the motor is improved and degradation in output performance of motor by the influence of magnetic characteristic is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) rotor for permanent magnet type synchronous rotary electric machine;    (2) vehicle;    (3) elevator; and    (4) processing machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the front views showing the contact and separation states of unit core with respect to hoop material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Laminated core (1)    Unit core (2)    Pilot holes (4)    Rotor key groove (6)    Crimped portions (7)
NOVELTY - A voltage sensor detects voltage between terminals (30a,30b) of capacitor (30) according to rated current of switch elements (51-54) and internal resistance of capacitor. A controller controls booster and driver to discharge electric power stored by capacitor until voltage between capacitor terminals reaches threshold value, when power discharge instruction is received. The controller discharges power of capacitor by turning ON switch element, when voltage between capacitor terminals is less than threshold value so that capacitor terminals are short-circuited.    USE - Capacitor discharge circuit for motor drive device of hybrid construction machine (claimed) and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Voltage between terminals of capacitor is discharged to a near-zero level for a short time to perform maintenance operation. Operation efficiency of the construction machine is improved while ensuring safety at the time of maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the circuit diagrams of the capacitor discharge circuit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Capacitor (30)    Terminals of capacitor (30a,30b)    Inverter (50A)    Switch elements (51-54)    Contactor (71)
NOVELTY - The generator has stator (2) that includes fixed yoke (6) which is provided with magnetic poles (6a,6b) wound with coils (7a,7b). A needle (4) is provided with permanent magnet (8) that is arranged opposingly through magnetic gap with respect to magnetic poles. The needle is supported and is moved through spring (3) by orthogonal direction with respect to magnetic poles. An electric power extractor is provided to extract the electric power induced by coils with reciprocating motion of needle. The spring and needle are molded integrally.    USE - Micro generator for electric power source in electronic devices such as portable information terminal, radio apparatus, LED lamp for bicycles, radio communication apparatus for motor vehicle and remote-operation terminal.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electric power is generated with respect to displacement of needle to axial direction, the electric power generation efficiency of micro generator can be improved. The spring and needle are molded integrally so that the size of micro generator can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the micro generator.    Stator (2)    Spring (3)    Needle (4)    Fixed yoke (6)    Magnetic poles (6a,6b)    Coils (7a,7b)    Permanent magnet (8)
NOVELTY - The device (11) has series circuit (16) with battery (13) and electrical storage section (15), which is connected to direct current (DC)-DC converter (17) so that charging/discharging of electrical storage section is performed. A switch (29) switches a connection between series circuit and electric power converter (36). The switch is connected to series circuit side when the motor (37) performs power running and to battery side when the motor performs regeneration running so that DC-DC converter and control circuit (39) are connected to electric power converter.    USE - Power supply device for vehicle. Can also be used in motor driving power supply apparatus for lift, crane, fuel cell vehicle such as electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the switch is connected to series circuit side/battery side when motor performs power running/regeneration running respectively, the reliability and efficiency of the power supply device are improved. The voltage drop is reduced and stable high voltage is supplied effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power supply device (11)    Battery (13)    Electrical storage section (15)    Series circuit (16)    DC-DC converter (17)    Switch (29)    Electric power converter (36)    Motor (37)    Control circuit (39)
NOVELTY - The hybrid type working machine has a motor generator for assisting drive of an engine, and a capacitor for storing regenerated electric power connected to the motor generator. A cooling device driven by electric power charged by capacitor cools the capacitor, after engine is stopped. The cooling device is driven until the temperature of capacitor is below predetermined temperature. The cooling device is driven by electric power from a secondary battery when voltage value of capacitor is lower than predetermined value.    USE - Hybrid type working machine such as hybrid type construction machine. Can also be used in hybrid type conveyance materials handling machine such as crane and forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power of the capacitor can be efficiently utilized for cooling the capacitor. Thus the performance deterioration of capacitor by high temperature can be avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side view of the hybrid type construction machine.    Undercarriage (1)    Revolving super structure (3)    Boom (4)    Bucket (6)    Boom hydraulic cylinder (7)
NOVELTY - The device has two battery placing cabins (3) placed at left and right sides of a vehicle chassis. Each battery placing cabin is equipped with a drawer battery storing box (1). Lower surfaces of the drawer battery storing box are equipped with extensible rods for guiding and supporting the drawer battery storing box. The extensible rods are equipped with hydraulic systems. The drawer battery storing box is equipped with locking devices, where the drawer battery storing box is placed with ultra-thin or flat lithium batteries and a vehicle battery.    USE - Quick battery changing device for an electric vehicle i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The device can quickly and conveniently change the batteries of the vehicle without interference of the internal vehicle space and the outline of the vehicle. The device is simple in structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a quick battery changing device for an electric vehicle.    Drawer battery storing box (1)    Battery placing cabins (3)
NOVELTY - An electric power supply mechanism has an iron core (2), primary and secondary coils (3,4) that are installed on the outer side of a hydrolyzing device main structure (1). The primary and secondary coils are wound around the iron core. The alternating current (AC) power is converted into direct current (DC) power by a rectifier (13).    USE - Apparatus for supplying electric current to electrode of hydrolyzing apparatus (claimed) for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrolyzing effect can be increased reliably and electric power generation efficiency can be improved effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hydrolyzing apparatus has a hydrogen electrode (5) made of nickel, that is provided in an oxygen retention chamber. An oxygen electrode (6) installed in an electrode apparatus, is filled with the particulate manganese.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the electric current supply apparatus.    Hydrolyzing device main structure (1)    Iron core (2)    Primary coil (3)    Secondary coil (4)    Hydrogen electrode (5)    Oxygen electrode (6)    Rectifier (13)
NOVELTY - The method involves arranging a battery pack below a bodywork floor and between front and back suspensions and between left and right stringers. Shape of the battery pack is changed acceding to the shape of a lower stringer of the floor so as to completely join with the bodywork. A signal collecting system, an automatic shutting-off system, a cooling system and a management system of a battery are arranged at a position with a small ground clearance. Protecting frames are provided below and on a periphery of the battery pack.    USE - Method for arranging an electric vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery pack's position becomes lower at specific positions and the layer of the battery pack decreases, so as to increase the ground clearance of the battery pack while guaranteeing the battery capacity, so the arrangement mode of the battery pack meets the capacity, maximum volume and minimum bodywork amendment demand. The arrangement is convenient to install and dismount.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating an electric vehicle battery arrangement method.
NOVELTY - The ultra-thin plating layer has a gold (10) of 50 nanometer or less thickness as main constituent. The content rate of iron is 0.32 atomic rate or more. Cobalt is contained in the plating solution.    USE - Ultra-thin plating layer for electrically-conductive member, such as the connector, switch and relay used for a vehicle or a noncommercial electrical wiring; and plate-shaped electrically-conductive member employed as a separator for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Reduces the quantity of used gold. Ensures the function as a plating layer by reducing number of pinholes. Improves the abrasion resistance of the ultra-thin plating layer and minimizes sliding traces by adding iron to the ultra-thin plating layer having gold as main constituent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacturing method of the ultra-thin plating layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional views of the ultra-thin plating layer. (Drawing also includes non-English language text).    Gold plating layer (10)    Base material (12)    Nickel plating layer (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a template with a set of pores, and performing a carbon forming process in an annular cavity to fill the annular cavity with carbon and to combine the carbon in the annular cavity with the tubular carbon to form a carbon substance with a thick wall. A removal process and a carbon forming process are repeatedly performed to remove the template and to form the carbon filling in inter-cavities of carbon substances with the thick wall so as to form a carbon membrane with pore regularity.    USE - Method for fabricating a carbon membrane in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables controlling the pore dimension of the carbon membrane in a simple manner during fabrication of the carbon membrane. The method enables preventing the electrode flooding phenomenon during applying the carbon membrane, and the channel surface in the carbon structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a scanning electron microscopic picture of a carbon membrane with pore regularity.
NOVELTY - The cover (100) has a front panel (120), a back panel (140) and side boards (160, 180) connected to each other. A groove (110) is provided in an inner side of the back panel and the front panel, and the cover is made of glass wool. The side boards are positioned at side of a vehicle engine. The groove is provided with groove parts (110a-110c).    USE - Battery cover for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The groove is provided in the inner side of the back panel and the front panel, thus enabling the cover to prevent hot air from being ejected through an upper side of an opening structure, and hence improving hot air shielding effect of the vehicle engine. The cover is thick, thus improving lifetime of the battery of the vehicles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery cover.    Battery cover (100)    Groove parts (110a-110c)    Front panel (120)    Back panel (140)    Side boards (160, 180)
NOVELTY - The idle stop and go generating system has a super capacitor (17) for storing the energy generated by an alternator (11). A regulator (18) has an input power source for supplying the power to a battery (15). A battery sensor (14) measures the voltage of the battery, where an integrated starter generator control device (12) controls the charging or discharging of the battery through the voltage control of the regulator.    USE - Idle stop and go generating system for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The idle stop and go generating system has a super capacitor for storing the energy generated by an alternator, where an integrated starter generator control device controls the charging or discharging of the battery through the voltage control of the regulator, and hence ensures to maximize the regenerative brake energy of the battery by saving the battery endurance and re-boot performance, as well as ensures to increase the charged capacity of battery by reducing the battery charged capacity predicted errors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a battery charged capacity initialization method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an idle stop and go generating system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Alternator (11)    Integrated starter generator control device (12)    Battery sensor (14)    Battery (15)    Super capacitor (17)    Regulator (18)
NOVELTY - The system has a hydrogen recirculation blower (117) provided with a recycle line shutoff valve (116) and a hydride fuzzy valve (118). An air inhalation line (115a) is branched from a shear of the recirculation blower and a hydrogen recycle line (115). The air inhalation line is connected to an air inlet valve (119). External air inhaled by the recirculation blower in shutdown by a fuel system through the air inhalation line to purge residual hydrogen in a fuel cell anode. A controller controls the valves and the hydrogen recirculation blower.    USE - Fuel system for supplying power to hand-held device in industry, home and vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system rapidly removes residual hydrogen from an anode side by using the hydrogen recirculation blower and the air inlet valve during shutdown of the fuel system, thus preventing deterioration of the fuel cell. The external air is inhaled during shutdown of the fuel system so that hydrogen remaining in the anode side is rapidly discharged by the inhaled air to outside so as to distribute air in the anode side without hydrogen. The system rapidly removes impurity of the fuel cell anode and forms open circuit voltage of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for protecting deterioration of a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Hydrogen recycle line (115)    Air inhalation line (115a)    Recycle line shutoff valve (116)    Hydrogen recirculation blower (117)    Hydride fuzzy valve (118)    Air inlet valve (119)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a humidifier (14) comprising a tube side entrance and air backward preventing apparatuses (100, 200), where the side entrance is connected to an air electrode entrance (26) of a fuel cell stack (10). One of the air backward preventing apparatus is established in a tube side exit part. The other air backward preventing apparatus is installed at the side entrance and blocks that the air flows reversely to an outlet side of an air electrode in the fuel cell stack. Air flow holes (44) are formed in a supporting plate (38a).    USE - Apparatus for protecting a fuel cell of a vehicle from degradation.    ADVANTAGE - The air backward preventing apparatus is installed at the side entrance and blocks that the air flows reversely to an outlet side of the air electrode in the fuel cell stack, thus increasing performance and lifetime usage of the fuel cell, reducing fuel cell changing cost and protecting the fuel cell from degradation in an efficient manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell protecting apparatus.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell stack (10)    Humidifier (14)    Air electrode entrance (26)    Supporting plate (38a)    Air flow hole (44)    Air backward preventing apparatuses (100, 200)
NOVELTY - The method involves adding fluoride in an anodic active material, and performing thermal process in non-oxidizing atmosphere.    USE - Method for manufacturing an anodic active material for a lithium secondary battery (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to an electric bicycle, personal digital assistant (PDA), cellular phone and a notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The method ensures smooth movement of the lithium ion between the anodic active material and an electrolyte interface in a positive active material surface layer, reduces the change of the anodic active material, extends service life of a lithium secondary battery, provides high voltage characteristic and high-rate characteristic, and improves the thermal stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of an anodic active material manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The system has a condenser (10), a stack cooling radiator (20), an electrical equipment cooling radiator (30), a main motor fan (40) and a miniature motor fan (50) arranged in a sequence in a front-end module space of a fuel cell vehicle. The main motor fan is arranged adjacent to the stack cooling radiator. The electrical equipment cooling radiator is arranged in a location out of a region of the main motor fan. The miniature motor fan is arranged adjacent to the electrical equipment cooling radiator. A shroud (60) is integrally formed in an edge area of the stack cooling radiator.    USE - Cooling system for a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system maximizes the cooling efficiency of the electrical equipment cooling radiator and the stack cooling radiator in which the heat transmission load is high. The functioning noise of the main and miniature motor fans can be reduced, and the water in the stack cooling radiator can be cooled in a quick manner by controlling the operation time of the fans.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a cooling system of a fuel cell vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a cooling system of a fuel cell vehicle.    Condenser (10)    Stack cooling radiator (20)    Electrical equipment cooling radiator (30)    Main motor fan (40)    Miniature motor fan (50)    Shroud (60)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen storage material (I) comprises particles of a hydrogen storage alloy (II) dispersed in a matrix.    USE - (I) is useful: for storing or transporting hydrogen; for purifying hydrogen; and in electrode materials for the nickel-metal hydride batteries, which are useful as the power sources for a variety of portable electronic equipments and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - (I) is resistant to pulverization during hydrogen absorption-desorption processes and has a stable performance in the presence of impurity gases.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hydrogen storage material (I) comprises particles of a hydrogen storage alloy (II) dispersed in a matrix, where (II) is of formula (LNi5-xMx) (II).    L = at least one element comprising lanthanides;    M = at least one element comprising group II, group III, group VIIB or group VIIIB of the element periodic table; and    x = 0-4.5.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for preparing a hydrogen storage material comprising: preparing particles of (II); preparing a matrix forming material; mixing the alloy particles and the material; and solidifying the mixture to form a matrix with the particles dispersed in it.
NOVELTY - A micro-lens layer (20) made of low refractive index material concentrates incident light signal impinging on solar cell (C). A P-type semiconductor substrate slab layer (26) has upper surface (28) with patterns of alternating areas having semiconductor segments (40) or cell elements (42). A refractive element (50) made of high refractive index material has lower and upper surfaces (52,54) mating with upper and lower surfaces of slab layer and micro-lens layer, respectively. The reflective mirrors (58) formed on upper surface of refractive element reflect light.    USE - High-efficiency lateral multi-junction tandem solar cell for portable power and recharging applications. Uses include but are not limited to cell phone, Blackberry (RTM: smart phone developed by apple computers), ipod (RTM: portable music player), soldier helmet or backpack, car mounted battery re-charger for plug-in hybrid automobile.    ADVANTAGE - Low cost and high efficiency solar cell is produced by new compact micro-optics technology with less manufacturing complexity. 30% efficient solar array covering the cars roof provides about 1.5KW battery recharging power for between 5-10 miles of driving range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the lateral multi-junction tandem solar cell.    Micro-lens layer (20)    P-type semiconductor substrate slab layer (26)    Upper surface of slab layer (28)    Semiconductor segments (40)    Cell elements (42)    Refractive element (50)    Lower surface of refractive element (52)    Upper surface of refractive element (54)    Reflective mirrors (58)    Solar cell (C)
NOVELTY - The method involves connecting current collection board (20) having projections that vary in height, to battery case (7). The projections are arranged on board surface opposite to and projected towards inner bottom surface of case. The board is welded to battery case using welding electrode (51) which is made to contact board through hollow cylinder portion of electrode group (5) of board. Maximal diameter of welding electrode is 4mm or more. Maximal diameter of cylinder portion is 1/6-2/6 of maximal diameter of electrode group.    USE - Manufacturing method of cylindrical battery (claimed) such as alkaline storage battery, nickel hydride storage battery used in electronic device such as power tool. Can also be used in mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, electric vehicle power-assisted bicycle, lawn mower etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the projections of current collection board is projected towards inner bottom face of battery case and maximal diameter of welding electrode is enlarged, the current collection board can be easily and reliably connected to battery case. The attachment of welding electrode to current collection board can be prevented and productivity of battery can be improved. Also, the current collection property can be improved and the battery with excellent characteristics can be obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cylindrical battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view illustrating the positioning of welding electrode used for connecting current collection board to battery case.    Electrodes (2,4)    Electrode group of current collection board (5)    Battery case (7)    Current collection board (20)    Welding electrode (51)
NOVELTY - A deposit containing hydroxide, oxide and/or carbonate of nickel, magnesium and aluminum compounds is added into surface of carrier and baked, to obtain catalyst.    USE - Manufacture of catalyst used for modification of hydrocarbon such as liquefied petroleum gas, light naphtha, heavy naphtha, naphtha, gasoline, kerosene, light oil, heavy oil, alcohol, ether, biodiesel fuel and vegetable oil for manufacture of hydrogen for fuel cell (all claimed) for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for modification of hydrocarbon which involves using the catalyst.
NOVELTY - The structure has a high pressure tank i.e. hydrogen tank (9), supported in back of a vehicle body via an elastic body i.e. rubber member (24). The high pressure tank and the elastic body are connected to a dynamic damper with respect to the vibration generated in the vehicle body by the movement of a vehicle (1) in road surface. The high pressure tank is supported by a rear sub-frame (12) of the vehicle body. Gravity center of the high pressure tank is connected to an external shape part of a rear tire (15) of the vehicle. The high pressure tank is positioned in a trunk room.    USE - High pressure tank support structure for a vehicle i.e. fuel cell electric vehicle (claimed). Can also be used for hydrogen fueled engine motor vehicle, natural gas vehicle and liquid petroleum gas automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The structure effectively reduces natural vibration of the vehicle body by a dynamic damper without increasing the weight of the vehicle, avoids the need for carrying out separate installation of the dynamic damper and reliably stores the fuel. The structure achieves reduction of the manufacturing cost, prevents deterioration of fuel consumption level, constantly maintains the resonant frequency and reduces propagation of vibration to a backseat. The structure improves the riding comfort, and effectively adjusts the elasticity modulus by changing the thickness of the elastic body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional perspective view illustrating a principal part of a fuel cell vehicle.    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Hydrogen tank (9)    Rear sub-frame (12)    Rear tire (15)    Rubber member (24)
NOVELTY - An aluminum plate contains (in mass%) silicon (0.02-0.10), iron (0.30 or less, excluding 0), and reminder of aluminum and unavoidable impurity. The number of intermetallic-compound particles having round equivalent diameter of 1.5-6.5 mu m, is 1000-2400/mm2.    USE - Aluminum plate is used for cases and lids of nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel-cadmium battery and square-shaped lithium ion battery used in motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The aluminum plate has excellent moldability and laser-welding property. Therefore, generation of uneven beads and defects such as crack is prevented.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming grooves (15A,15B) at liner structures (11A,11B) provided at surfaces pressure vessel (1) along thickness direction. The grooves formed at liner structures are connected at attachment surfaces (14A,14B) inclined in different directions. The resin liner (11) is formed at attachment surfaces of liner structures. The reinforcement layer (20) is formed at outer surfaces of liner structures to fill the grooves formed at liner structures.    USE - Manufacturing method for pressure vessel (claimed) used in fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of resin liner formed at interior space of pressure vessel is prevented by forming reinforcement layer at outer surfaces of liner structures to fill grooves formed at liner structures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pressure vessel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating the structure of pressure vessel and sectional view of reinforcement layer at pressure vessel.    Pressure vessel (1)    Resin layer (11)    Liner structures (11A,11B)    Attachment surfaces (14A,14B)    Grooves (15A,15B)    Reinforcement layer (20)
NOVELTY - The drive device has a sensor that detects the rotation state of the motor. A protective circuit prohibits the electric power supply to the motor when the motor is detected to be in the overload state. A controller outputs command signal to change the rotation direction of the motor in which the rotation speed increases step by step when electric power is supplied, until the sensor detects overload condition.    USE - Drive device used for driving motor for vehicle (both claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The motor can be started with necessary minimum command signal and the excessive drive of the to-be-driven structure can be suppressed. The noise accompanying the drive of the to-be-driven structure can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for drive method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart explaining the process of drive control of motor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The reformer (1) has a mixer (2) which sucks the reformed gas with suction force of water vapor. A desulfurization unit (5) provided in supply path (4) has a hydrogenated portion (10) filled with hydrogenated catalyst and a desulfurization portion (11) filled with desulfurization catalyst. The catalytic hydroheating is performed by hydrogen contained in hydrogenated portion with respect to sulfur component and the desulfurization processing is performed in desulfurization portion with respect to sulfur component.    USE - Reformer used for performing steam reforming of source gas.    ADVANTAGE - Since the motive power source of pump for transferring reformed gas to desulfurization unit is unnecessary, the space for installation is unnecessary so that the size of reformer is reduced and power consumption of apparatus is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the reformer.    Reformer (1)    Mixer (2)    Supply path (4)    Desulfurization unit (5)    Hydrogenated portion (10)    Desulfurization portion (11)
NOVELTY - The generator has a thermoelectric converter (2) fixed on a lower surface of a mounting soleplate (1), and a collector (3) fixed between a lower surface of the thermoelectric converter and an upper surface of a heat insulation gasket (4). A flexible joint (5) is connected between the heat insulation gasket and an outlet of a collecting tube (6), and a temperature control valve (8) is fixed on an end plane of the flexible joint. An inlet of the collecting tube is connected with an exhaust pipe (9) of a vehicle, and the thermoelectric converter comprises serial thermopile elements.    USE - Residual heat generator for vehicular exhaust.    ADVANTAGE - The generator can utilize the waste heat in better manner, thus reducing the heat pollution. The generator saves energy, and is high efficient and environment-friendly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a residual heat generator.    Mounting soleplate (1)    Thermoelectric converter (2)    Collector (3)    Heat insulation gasket (4)    Flexible joint (5)    Collecting tube (6)    Temperature control valve (8)    Exhaust pipe (9)
NOVELTY - A catalyst (10) contains carbon particles (12), a layer of metal oxide (14) and noble metal particles (16). The carbon particles form the core portion (20) of the catalyst. The metal oxide layer is formed as the shell portion (30) which covers the core portion of the catalyst, and noble metal particles are supported in the shell portion.    USE - Catalyst is used for polymer electrolyte fuel cell and direct alcohol type fuel cell used as power supply for electronic devices (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to personal computer, desktop computer, mobile telephone, inkjet printer, liquid-crystal projector, electronic blackboard, digital still camera, digital versatile disk drive, industrial distributed power supply, emergency outdoor power supply, entertainment robot power supply, electric wheelchair power supply, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has improved activity with respect to oxidation reaction of alcohol fuel, without reducing electroconductivity of the fuel electrode. The catalyst is excellent in productivity and economical efficiency. The fuel cell comprising the catalyst maintains stable electric power generation for a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for direct alcohol type fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the structure of direct-alcohol-type-fuel-cell catalyst.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Catalyst (10)    Carbon particles (12)    Metal oxide (14)    Noble metal particles (16)    Core portion (20)    Shell portion (30)
NOVELTY - The plasma generator (1) has a microwave introduction unit (23) that introduces a microwave inside a discharge tube (2). A gas introduction unit (4) has an introducing portion (4a) introduces a gas towards an area at the side of axial center inside the discharge tube. Another introducing portion (4b) introduces another gas towards the area at the side of the internal peripheral surface of the discharge tube.    USE - Plasma generator of plasma processing apparatus (claimed) for processing semiconductor wafer used in LCD, fuel cell and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The wear and tear of the discharge tube of the plasma processing apparatus is suppressed and the productivity of the plasma generator is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) plasma processing apparatus; and    (2) manufacturing method of electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the plasma generator.    Plasma generator (1)    Discharge tube (2)    Gas introduction unit (4)    Introducing portions (4a)    Microwave introduction unit (23)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has fuel cell stack clamped by a pair of end plates (41), that carriers out multiple stacking of cells which produces electric power based on electrochemical reaction of fuel gas and oxidation gas. A terminal block (59) and electrically driven pump (37) for circulating hydrogen gas, are fixed to respective end plates, such that the terminal is arranged on the end plate positioned in opposition to end plate of pump.    USE - Fuel cell system of electric power generation system for vehicle such as motor vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, aircraft, electric train and walking robot, and residence, building, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The terminal block and pump are fixed to respective end plates such that block is arranged on end plate positioned in opposition to end plate of pump. Hence the terminal block can be protected from the impact of external force without using protection component. The structure of the fuel cell system can be simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the front view and side view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel supply pipe (31)    Fuel circulation pipe (32)    Electrically-driven pump (37)    End plate (41)    Terminal block (59)
NOVELTY - A resin material is mixed with raw material of positive electrode active material, and mixture is baked to obtain primary particles (10). The primary particles are aggregated to produce secondary particles (20), and positive electrode active material (100) is manufactured. Pore (30) is formed between aggregated primary particles by burning resin material.    USE - Manufacture of positive electrode active material for secondary battery used for vehicle (both claimed), personal computer and portable terminals.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode active material having excellent quality and electroconductivity is stably manufactured, and provides battery having improved output characteristics. The pore is easily formed between primary aggregated particles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structure of positive electrode active material.    Primary particles (10)    Secondary particles (20)    Pore (30)    Positive electrode active material (100)
NOVELTY - The banks (46,48) are formed in outer periphery of a thin region (42), where the height of bank (48) is higher than the bank (46) from the outer surface of thin region. The outer surface of thin region is covered with a resin film (44) which is formed by filling liquid composition such as resin component and fluid medium, onto outer surface of thin region, where composition exceeds in inner edge of flat portion (46B) of bank (46) and does not exceed in inner edge of flat portion (48B) of bank (48).    USE - Manufacturing method of internal pressure relief valve e.g. explosion-protection valve for releasing internal pressure of closed-type battery e.g. non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium ion battery for use as power supply for electric motor mounted in vehicle (all claimed) such as motor vehicle, electric vehicle, and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Protection performance of thin region can be exhibited stably since the outer surface of the thin region is covered with the resin film. Stability of operation of internal pressure relief valve can be precisely maintained for long period of time by preventing contamination and corrosion of thin region, thus durability is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) internal pressure relief mechanism;    (2) battery; and    (3) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the cover provided with the internal pressure relief mechanism.    Cover (22)    Thin region (42)    Resin film (44)    Banks (46,48)    Flat portions of banks (46B,48B)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has supply flow paths (71,81) having several openings whose width is smaller than average channel width of supply flow paths. The discharge flow paths (72,82) have several openings whose width is smaller than average channel width of discharge flow paths. The openings are arranged to face the area of peripheral side of gas diffusion layers (5,6).    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell for electric vehicle and domestic cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - Since width of the openings is smaller than average channel width of flow paths, the supply of hydrogen to the anode catalyst layer is increased. Hence performance of fuel cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of fuel cell.    Gas diffusion layers (5,6)    Separator (7)    Supply flow paths (71,81)    Discharge flow paths (72,82)    Fuel cell (100)
NOVELTY - The cogeneration system has a surplus heat utilization apparatus (43) having a coolant exit (52) that supplies coolant to a surplus heat recovery passage (35). The coolant is heated by a heat exchanger (32) and is introduced into the surplus heat utilization apparatus through a coolant inlet port (51) after passing along a fuel cell.    USE - Cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the excessive heat is utilized by surplus heat utilization apparatus, the overall efficiency of the cogeneration system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the cogeneration system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Heat exchanger (32)    Surplus heat recovery passage (35)    Surplus heat utilization apparatus (43)    Coolant inlet port (51)    Coolant exit (52)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has an exhaust heat structure (40) consisting of a heat conduction material whose heat conductivity is higher than that of the insulating resin formed surrounding the accommodation space (CS) of an electric power generation element (50) of the battery case (10) and a non-aqueous electrolyte (ES). A portion of the exhaust heat structure is formed with a heat radiation portion which is positioned at the exterior of the battery case to thermally radiate the heat conducted from a heat absorption portion (41) to the exterior of battery case.    USE - Battery e.g. wound-type lithium ion secondary battery of assembled battery mounted in vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and battery mounting apparatus (all claimed) such as hammer drill, etc. Can also be used in nickel-hydride secondary battery, alkaline dry battery, manganese dry battery, etc., portable electronic devices such as mobile phone, notebook computer, video camcorder, hybrid electric vehicle, power tool of battery drive, uninterruptible power system, office apparatus, industrial apparatus, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The heat radiation effect of the battery can be improved reliably and malfunctioning of the battery by the transmission of moisture content can be prevented. The corrosion of exhaust heat structure and generation of short circuit by the electrolyte solution can be prevented reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery.    Battery (1)    Battery case (10)    Exhaust heat structure (40)    Heat absorption portion (41)    Electric power generation element (50)    Accommodation space (CS)    Non-aqueous electrolyte (ES)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell output current target value (I-CMD) is calculated according to the requirement of fuel cell electric power system, and the fuel cell output current command value (I-REF) is defined, accordingly. The redundant water processing is performed to reduce the fuel cell output current command value according to the reduction of fuel cell output current target value. When the output current command value is determined to be larger than the output current target value, the output current command value is decreased by a predetermined percentage reduction.    USE - Electric power generation control method of fuel cell of fuel cell electric power system mounted in e.g. fuel cell electric vehicle such as fuel cell electric vehicle of hybrid type.    ADVANTAGE - The external load of the fuel cell can be reduced or regenerated reliably, without consuming residual hydrogen inside the fuel cell and carrying out an emergency shutdown, while enabling for stable supply of electric power to external load, by decreasing the fuel cell output current command value as specified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating the change of electric current value at the time of performing electric power generation control of the fuel cell.    Region of idle running state (A)    Regulation value (alpha)    Fuel cell output current target value (I-CMD)    Fuel cell output current command value (I-REF)    Fixed value in which target value is stabilized (I2)
NOVELTY - An electrochemical capacitor has a working electrode and counter electrode immersed in an electrolyte solution containing oxo-acid ion. The manganese salt of the oxo-acid ion is slightly soluble with respect to water. The working electrode contains tri-manganese tetraoxide which has manganese dioxide on the surface.    USE - Electrochemical capacitor is used as power supply for motor vehicle, portable electronic device power supply and auxiliary power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical capacitor has high capacitance, charging/discharging cycle stability for long period of time, and durability, by exhibiting suppressed elution of manganese from working electrode into the electrolyte.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of working electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the graph illustrating the change of capacitance of each cycle of the electrochemical capacitor based on sodium hydrogen phosphate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a thin film (12) of transition metal oxide e.g. cerium oxide into a film by a physical vapor growth (PVD) on surfaces (11a) of a porous sheet-like reinforcing material (11) with polymer resin. The reinforcing material which formed the thin film is made to impregnate polyelectrolyte which has sulfonic acid group along with transition metal oxide.    USE - Method of manufacturing polymer electrolyte membrane (claimed) for fuel cell of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the thin film of metal oxide is formed by using PVD which is a dry cleaning process, the polymer electrolyte membrane is made hard to shrink after film-forming and the generation of distortion by the wrinkle or unevenness is made hard to generate. The oxidation resistance of the membrane is improved and the generation of hydroxylation radical can be suppressed. Since the transition metal oxide of desired ratio can be added, the membrane can be manufactured easily with reduced cost. The deterioration of the polyelectrolyte can be suppressed by the hydroxylation radicals and decline in electric power generation efficiency can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polymer electrolyte membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of process of manufacturing polymer electrolyte membrane. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Reinforcing material (11)    Surface (11a)    Thin film (12)    Thin film layer (12a)    Polymer electrolyte membrane (30)
NOVELTY - The Fuel cell has platinum catalysts supported by carbon carriers and carbon conduction polymers. The ratio of the mass of proton conduction polymer and the mass of carbon carrier is controlled in a predetermined range. The upper and lower limits of the predetermined range are determined such that the strength of the catalyst layer and voltage value are beyond predetermined values, using relationship between physical property value of proton conduction polymer, ratio of mass of proton conduction polymer and carbon carrier, strength of catalyst layer and cell voltage.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) for supplying power to motor vehicle, electric vehicle and domestic co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The durability and performance of the fuel cell are improved. The sub-zero temperature durability of the fuel cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical view of the relationship between the equivalent weight of the proton conductor, ratio of mass of proton conductor and the carbon carrier and the peeling strength of the catalyst layer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The edge portion (45A) of wire connector of terminal metal fitting in width direction is made into curve shape located upwards as compared with intermediate portion of wire connector. The ultrasonic welding of core line (21) is performed to wire connector for several times using ultrasonic-welding machine (100) by changing the relative position of welding horn (70) and terminal metal fitting.    USE - Manufacturing method of electric wire with terminal metal fitting used for connection of electric components such as battery and inverter in motor vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The width dimension of wire connector is made small so that the core line is welded to whole area of wire connector easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric wire with terminal metal fitting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the ultrasonic-welding machine.    Core line (21)    Edge portion (45A)    Recess (61)    Welding horn (70)    Ultrasonic-welding machine (100)
NOVELTY - The preparation method involves using an ultrasound assistant pulse electrodepositing process and a Titanium dioxide nanotube erectly grown on a Titanium base as a carrier. The compound catalyst system dispersed in the nanotube is prepared with stable structure and high catalytic activity by Palladium high dispersion performance.    USE - Preparation method for noble metal nanocrystalline-titanium dioxide nanotube compound catalyst electrode utilized in the field of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies preparation process and obtains Platinum-Palladium falling type compound spherulitic crystal stable catalyst system highly dispersed in nanotube. Increases the catalytic activity and stability of catalyst electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the microscopic view of the noble metal nanocrystalline-titanium dioxide nanotube compound catalyst electrode.
NOVELTY - Ink (I) comprises a solution or suspension or mixture of silver nanoplates in a liquid, where the nanoplates have a distribution of geometric shapes within which the shape geometries are circular plate shaped, elliptical plate shaped, triangular plate shaped, hexagonal plate shaped or other flat polygonal plate shaped. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a substrate having (I) delivered or deposited on it.    USE - (I) is useful: in wires or conductive lines or tracks; in the fabrication of electrical circuits and the fabrication of photovoltaic cells for solar power or fuel cell applications; in the manufacture of an optical filter having preferential absorption at certain wavelengths; to modify the absorption of radiation, preferably solar radiation, by a photovoltaic cell; to modify the photocurrent generated by a photovoltaic cell under conditions of radiation intensity on the cell; to induce or enhance a plasmonic response, where the wavelengths of the preferential absorption of the optical filter may be altered by: means of altering the concentration of nanoplates in the ink; altering the distribution of sizes of nanoplates in the ink; or altering the distribution of shapes of nanoplates in the ink (all claimed). (I) is useful in ink jet printing processes.    ADVANTAGE - The silver nanoparticles in (I) are: stable, highly discrete, dimension and shape controlled silver nanoparticles; and high quality readily dispersible.
NOVELTY - Ion exchange polymer containing perfluorocarbon polymer having sulfur trioxide-containing group (I), organic solvent which swells ion exchange polymer, and water are mixed, and the obtained liquid mixture is stir-mixed, to manufacture a liquid composition. The raise in stirring speed of liquid mixture decreases the viscosity of liquid mixture. The maximum speed (H) and minimum speed (L) of stirring satisfies relation (1). The solid content concentration of ion exchange polymer in the liquid composition is 11-50 mass%.    USE - Manufacture of liquid composition is used for manufacturing catalyst particles-containing electrode of electrochemical cell, ion-exchange thin film, repair material, insulating particles-containing thin film, and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid composition having uniform solid content concentration is manufactured easily in short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Ion exchange polymer containing perfluorocarbon polymer having sulfur trioxide-containing group (I), organic solvent which swells ion exchange polymer, and water are mixed, and the obtained liquid mixture is stir-mixed, to manufacture a liquid composition. The raise in stirring speed of liquid mixture decreases the viscosity of liquid mixture. The maximum speed (H) and minimum speed (L) of stirring satisfies relation: 5L less than or equal to H (1). The solid content concentration of ion exchange polymer in the liquid composition is 11-50 mass%. The sulfur trioxide-containing group is of formula: -SO3M (I).    M=H, potassium or sodium atom.
NOVELTY - A battery interface assembly comprises a first end section that provides a source voltage from battery modules (12-1, 12-2, 12-M) of the battery system via a conductive bus bar (17); a second end section; and intermediate housing section(s) that receive and house respective sections of the conductive bus bar and that detachably interconnect with each other and with the two end sections so that the two end sections and the intermediate housing section(s) are contiguously aligned.    USE - Battery interface assembly for a battery system (claimed) used in vehicles for hybrid electric applications.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery system.    Interface assembly (8)    Terminal screws (9-1, 9-2)    Battery modules (12-1, 12-2, 12-M)    Bus bar (17)    Reference voltage cable (18)
NOVELTY - Fuel system component (I), comprises a polymer composition that comprises at least one polymer and graphene sheets.    USE - (I) is useful for providing fuel to a power source, where the power source is an engine or fuel cell (all claimed). (I) is useful in engine compartment of a vehicle and equipment, where the vehicle and equipment include cars, trucks, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, lawnmowers, tractors and other farm equipment, construction equipment, marine vehicles (such as power boats and personal watercraft vehicles), snowmobiles, chain saws, garden and landscaping equipment, portable and stationary power generators, aircraft (including helicopters) and fuel-powered toys.    ADVANTAGE - The polymeric material has combination of static dissipative properties, fuel permeation resistance, good impact and chemical resistance, and good retention of physical properties at elevated temperatures that can meet the requirements of many fuel system components.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of providing fuel to a power source, comprising conveying fuel from a storage tank via a path, where the fuel comes into contact with (I) comprising the polymer composition comprising the polymer and functionalized graphene sheets.
NOVELTY - The invention relates to a method to prolong the service life of an automobile battery, it mainly installs a sealed casing around the outside of a battery, there are supporting rib columns inside the casing. One side of the casing connects an air intake pipe above the casing, another side of the casing are meshed ventilation holes. Cold air is forced through the air intake pipe and into the casing while the vehicle travels along and discharged through the ventilation holes on the other side of the casing, the air flow will lower the inside temperature of the battery body and will reduce the loss of electrolyte from evaporation, as a result, prolonging battery service life and reducing the frequency of batter replacement which further reducing wastefulness and protecting the environment and avoid pollution.
NOVELTY - A portable hydrogen producer primarily comprises a body containing a hollow reaction chamber. The reaction chamber has a material inlet and an air outlet, wherein the material inlet allows reaction solution and metal material to be fed into the reaction chamber so as to perform chemical reaction therebetween. The hydrogen producer further comprises an air-pressure detecting unit for detecting the status of the chemical solution in the reaction chamber and an air dispatching unit for exporting hydrogen in the reaction chamber to an external device that consumes hydrogen for operation, such as fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A testing structure for a catalysis module of a fuel cell comprises: an actuation unit; a carrier unit corresponding to the actuation unit; a housing unit connected to the actuation unit and disposed in the carrier unit, the housing unit comprising a hollow screw, a sleeve movably connected to the screw and having a penetration part, and a contact plate disposed in the penetration part in correspondence to one end of the screw; and an analyzer unit comprising a working electrode disposed in the housing unit, an auxiliary electrode disposed in the carrier unit and corresponding to the housing unit; and a reference electrode disposed at one side of the carrier unit. As such, the test object of the film electrode set of the fuel cell can be disposed in the housing unit and, with the coordination of the actuation unit, carrier unit and analyzer unit, be analyzed with lower costs and higher efficiency to obtain its electrochemical properties.
NOVELTY - A hot-pressing device capable of controlling temperature and pressure on selected areas of a fuel cell module during hot pressing process. The hot-pressing device includes an upper assembly including a first hot plate, a first cooling plate and a first thermal insulator, and a lower assembly including a second hot plate, a second cooling plate and a second thermal insulator. The first and second cooling plates have a first and second cooling heads capable of adjusting stiffness thereof. During hot pressing, the first and second cooling heads press a low-temperature area of the fuel cell module in opposite directions.
NOVELTY - Disclosed is a cathode drainage device for an air-breathing fuel cell which employs a drainage device of a cathode runner plate to drain the fluid in an air vent such that a maximum reaction area on the cathode catalyst layer can be maintained to provide enough air flux in the electrochemical reaction. This invention maintains a drainage function at the external side of the cathode runner plate by the use of the cathode drainage device. When the air-breathing fuel cell is operated under high current density, the air vent is often blocked by the fluid produced at the cathode catalyst layer, and fresh air is prohibited from being supplied to the electrochemical reaction carried out at the cathode catalyst layer. With the installation of the cathode drainage device, fluid in the air vent can be removed to ensure long-term stable operation of the fuel cell and to avoid the continuing decay of the power generation caused by the blocked air vent. In addition, the cathode drainage device can be used to reduce the extra power consumed by a fan during the active mode of the fuel cell, increasing the overall power generation efficiency thereof.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell structure has a cell unit on a substrate. The cell unit has a reaction region with a connection port and output terminal. A supply device supplies fluid such as hydrogen or methanol to the reaction region of the cell unit through the connection port. A supply device supplies fluid such as oxygen or air to the reaction region of the cell unit. The fluids react with respect to the reaction region of the cell unit. A supply device supplies fluid such as water to the reaction region of the cell unit for humidifying the cell unit.    USE - Fuel cell structure for power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the fuel cell structure.
NOVELTY - The battery includes a positive-negative electrode plate with density change portion in which the density of active material mixture changes in constant ratio from winding start end of negative electrode plate to winding termination in surface direction. The active material mixture varies in range of divide by 15% with respect to average value.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium ion battery for notebook computer, electric vehicle, mobile telephone and video tape recorder (VTR) camera.    ADVANTAGE - The input-output characteristic of the battery can be improved reliably by increasing the energy density.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical view representing the pattern of change of mixture density with respect to position from winding start end of negative electrode plate to winding termination.(Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The energy-saving apparatus includes a compressor (6) that is operated by the output of a power transmission device (2) to produce compressed air that is stored in a storage tank (9). A power-assist turbine (4) is operated using the compressed air in the storage tank so that motive power is inputted into the power transmission device, by switching the fitted state of first and second clutches (3,5) into a detached state when the acceleration state of a vehicle (1) is detected.    USE - Energy-saving apparatus for vehicle e.g. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables the motive power of the vehicle to be backed up without requiring conversion to electrical energy. Improves fuel consumption effectively and exhibits an energy-saving effect even if the vehicle is driven in a repeated run and stop pattern. Can be easily retrofitted to existing vehicle, and ensures excellent versatility and reliability. Allows use of exhaust-heat recovery apparatus to collect waste heat of waste gas, thus improving the energy-saving effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic block diagram of energy-saving apparatus for vehicle.    Vehicle (1)    Power transmission device (2)    First and second clutches (3,5)    Power-assist turbine (4)    Compressor (6)    Storage tank (9)
NOVELTY - The method involves synthesizing anodic active material lithium iron phosphate from a precursor. Humic acid is mixed with the lithium iron phosphate. The mixture is heated at 300-400 degree Celsius for 4-6 hours and 750-850 degree Celsius for 11-13 hours for performing calcination process. The heated mixture is uniformly mixed with graphite and a binder to manufacture an anodic active electrode material. The anodic active material lithium iron phosphate of 80-90 parts by weight and the humic acid of 7-9 parts by weight and the binder of 6-8 parts by weight are utilized.    USE - Method for manufacturing an anodic active electrode material for a lithium secondary battery that is utilized in a portable electronic instrument and a vehicle. Can also be used for an electric double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The method adds humic acid with lithium iron phosphate so as to improve conductivity of the anodic active material, improve rechargeable cycle property, and improve the lifetime and high voltage characteristic property of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating the process involved in manufacturing anodic active electrode material.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The separator (100) has gas sourcing flow paths (110, 120) for supplying gas from one side end of a fuel cell to other side end of the fuel cell. A diffusion flow path (130) distributes the gas in the gas sourcing flow paths to the fuel cell for diffusion. Incline portions (115, 125) are molded in the gas sourcing flow paths. The diffusion flow path is formed in a serpentine structure.    USE - Separator for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The molding of the separator is simplified, and the need for boring is avoided, so that the cost of the separator can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a separator of a fuel cell.    Separator (100)    Gas sourcing flow paths (110, 120)    Incline portions (115, 125)    Diffusion flow path (130)
NOVELTY - Zirconium-metal organic framework (Zr-MOF) (A1) having a surface area of at least 1020 m2/g is new.    USE - As zirconium-metal organic framework (Zr-MOF) useful as electrode material in a lithium battery; in a hydrogen fuel cell having a hydrogen reservoir for retaining gas, preferably hydrogen, methane or acetylene; as physiologically tolerable Zr-MOFs for use in medicine for the manufacture of a sustained release medicament for treatment of a human or non-human animal; as catalyst or catalyst support (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The zirconium-metal organic framework material made using cornerstones based on zirconium has catalytic activity; and it exhibits excellent stability, porosity and surface area. The compound has ability to adsorb large volumes of gas, and has both high thermal and chemical stability, especially water stability. Because of the nature of Group 4 metals, the Zr metal can be in more than one oxidation state. This makes the Zr-MOFs ideal candidates for use as catalysts (e.g. in olefin polymerization), or more especially as electrodes in lithium batteries. The Zr-MOF is water and acid-stable. The Zr-MOFs have a strong and stable 3D structure and a wide range of possible oxidation states for Zr making them especially suitable for use in place of graphite as the electrode material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) new functionalized Zr-MOF compound having a surface area of at least 500 m2/g;    (2) a gas container comprising a sealable vessel containing a Zr-MOF, optionally containing a gas;    (3) a sustained release pharmaceutical composition comprising a physiologically tolerable Zr-MOF containing a drug substance, e.g. a substance with therapeutic or prophylactic effect or with utility in diagnosis; and    (4) a catalyzed process for reacting a reagent to produce a product involving using Zr-MOF as the catalyst or catalyst carrier.
NOVELTY - The lithium cell has a positive electrode (10), a negative electrode (11) and an organic electrolyte. The positive electrode contains low crystalline manganese dioxide having specific area of 8-28 m2/g as a positive electrode active material. The negative electrode contains lithium metal or lithium alloy as a negative electrode active material.    USE - Lithium cell e.g. coin-shaped lithium primary battery for portable electronic device and vehicle-mounted electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The high temperature storing characteristic and discharge characteristic can be obtained by containing low crystalline manganese dioxide and large current discharge and heavy-current pulse discharge can be obtained such that the abnormal deformation of the battery can be prevented and dischargeable state of the battery can be maintained efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the lithium cell.    Positive electrode (10)    Negative electrode (11)    Separator (12)    Positive electrode case (13)    Negative electrode case (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves coating the flux for brazing on the core portion, and performing heating and brazing of core portion. An alkali-cleaning liquid is injected in the flow path of core portion for removing the residue flux. The electric conductivity of the core portion is tested while removing the residue flux in the flow path after the alkali-cleaning process using pure water. A resin coating layer is formed in the inner surface of the core portion after the electric conductivity test.    USE - Manufacturing method of heat exchanger for fuel cells for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electric conductivity of core portion tested while removing residue flux in flow path of core portion using pure water, the electric conductivity testing period is shortened and the manufacturing cycle of heat exchanger can be shortened efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a process flow diagram illustrating manufacturing method of heat exchanger. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The structure has a middle floor cross member (38) extending in a vehicle body width direction, and a front-end part of a rear frame (30) is connected with a rear end of a front floor. A sub-rear frame (54) extends in a vehicle body front-back direction, and mutually connects rear cross members (34, 36) and the middle floor cross member. The rear cross members of a spare tire (100) are accommodated in a spare-tire accommodating part (46), and a motor vehicle containing a spare-tire opposing part (36A) faces the vehicle body front-back direction.    USE - Vehicle body rear structure for use in a fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The motor vehicle contains the spare-tire opposing part facing the vehicle body front-back direction, thus imparting the collision load at the time of rear impact to vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a vehicle body rear structure.    Rear frame (30)    Rear cross members (34, 36)    Spare-tire opposing part (36A)    Middle floor cross member (38)    Spare-tire accommodating part (46)    Sub-rear frame (54)    Spare tire (100)
NOVELTY - The structure has accommodation opening formed in vehicle chassis frame to accommodate box (23) from upper direction, and recessed section formed below opening for attaching box. The box has accommodating section (31) that accommodates battery (B). The vehicle chassis frame has overlapping section in which one portion in vehicle front-back direction of box attached to vehicle chassis frame, overlaps with downward direction of vehicle chassis frame, when box is viewed from vehicle planar direction. The accommodation opening has inclined region of size that permits movement of box.    USE - Attachment structure of battery in two-wheeled motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The number of components can be reduced. The storage capacity of the box can be improved, without increasing the accommodation space for the box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional side view of the box in integrated state.    Suspension bracket (15R)    Box (23)    Accommodating section (31)    Tool storage device (32)    Battery (B)
NOVELTY - A starter drive state detector detects the drive state of engine starter which is mounted on the vehicle. A judgment device determines the deterioration state of the battery based on the detected result of drive state of the starter, at the time of starting battery state determination apparatus.    USE - Battery state determination apparatus for determining state of battery such as lead storage battery, nickel-hydrogen battery or lithium ion battery mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the deterioration state of the battery is determined based on the drive state of the starter, the need for hardware configuration for ensuring the operation guarantee voltage of the battery state determination apparatus or a non-volatile memory for recording state information of the apparatus before its operation stop is eliminated. Thus, cost reduction is possible.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the timing diagram illustrating the battery deterioration determination operation. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The primary and secondary main structures (110,120) have respective chambers (110a,120a) which are provided with ports (111,121) by which fluid is introduced and led-out respectively. A valve structure (130) is provided to connect or disconnect chambers with respect to displacement of shaft (140). A diaphragm (160) between primary main structure and shaft is provided with a skirt portion (162) protruded towards valve structure side, for tracking shaft displacement. A projection portion (152) is equipped in recess portion at back surface side of skirt portion.    USE - Valve apparatus for anode type fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The condition of moisture content retaining in diaphragm, can be prevented easily by providing a skirt portion such that freezing of diaphragm is prevented even in low-temperature so that favorable shaft displacement and smooth valve structure closing/opening can be ensured and hence the fuel cell system can be operated reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the scavenging-gas exhaust valve.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Main structures (110,120)    Chambers (110a,120a)    Ports (111,121)    Valve structure (130)    Shaft (140)    Projection portion (152)    Diaphragm (160)    Skirt portion (162)
NOVELTY - A variable damper (6) includes motor generator (19) provided to rotationally drive the axial flow turbine (16). The axial flow turbine is arranged in the axial direction, inside the cylinder (12) which is divided into top hydraulic chamber (14) and lower hydraulic chamber (15).    USE - Variable damper used in suspension of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a damper made lightweight and compact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the damper. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Damper (6)    Cylinder (12)    Top hydraulic chamber (14)    Lower hydraulic chamber (15)    Axial flow turbine (16)    Motor generator (19)
NOVELTY - A storage tank (11) is connected to a fuel cell (12) through a water supply piping (13) and a hot water supply piping (14). The water supply piping and the hot water supply piping are connected by a bypass piping (15). A cross valve (27) is provided in the connection portion of the hot water supply piping and the bypass piping. The hot water flowing in the hot water supply piping is flowed to the water supply piping through the cross valve and the bypass piping.    USE - Hot water storage installation.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hot water flowing in the hot water supply piping is flowed to the water supply piping through the cross valve and the bypass piping, the temperature of water flowing through the water supply piping is raised and the freezing of the water in the water supply piping is prevented. The amount of hot water stored in the in the storage tank is maintained at a high level. By using the cross valve at the connection portion of the water supply piping and the bypass piping, the hot water installation is stably operated continuously with a simple and low-cost structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hot water storage method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of hot water storage installation. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Storage tank (11)    Fuel cell (12)    Water supply piping (13)    Hot water supply piping (14)    Bypass piping (15)    Cross valve (27)
NOVELTY - The heat exchanger has a dimple (30) having a mutually facing flat top portion (31) that is pierced by an outflow hole (32). Several grooves (33) are extended in radial direction from an internal circumference edge of the outflow hole for forming a clearance gap for brazing filler at the top portion of the dimple.    USE - Heat exchanger for use as heat regulation device of fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The top portions of the dimple are not made to closely contact with respect to each other by brazing filler between the top portions so that the dimples are joined reliably. The production cost of the heat exchangers can be reduced and the quality of the heat exchanger can be improved while suppressing the production of inferior heat exchangers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the heat exchanger. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Tube (21)    Dimple (30)    Flat top portion (31)    Outflow hole (32)    Grooves (33)
NOVELTY - The cell monitoring unit (2) monitors the state of each cells (C1-Cn), and detects voltage of abnormality when voltage of cell (C1) is more than predetermined overcharge determination voltage. The Zener diodes (D1-Dn) are connected to each cell in parallel. The disconnection of detection lines (L2-Ln) between cell and Zener diodes is detected by monitoring unit based on state of each cells.    USE - Abnormality detector of assembled battery mounted in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The disconnection detection of lines between cell and Zener diodes can be performed reliably. The abnormality state of assembled battery can be detected with sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the abnormality detector of assembled battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Assembled battery (1)    Cell monitoring unit (2)    Cells (C1-Cn)    Zener diodes (D1-Dn)    Detection lines (L1-Ln)    Resistors (R1-Rn)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a parallel block voltage detection unit to detect the voltage of each parallel block (1a-1d) by detecting the voltage of the cell (2) of the parallel block. An abnormality determination unit detects the presence of abnormality in the connection of the cell when the amount of change of voltage of each block, at the time of the charging and the discharging of assembled battery (1) is lower than the preset value.    USE - Abnormality-of-connection diagnostic apparatus of assembled battery used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The abnormality of connection can be determined reliably even when abnormality of connection of cell that separates from the heavy current line in the state where direct continuation of the voltage detecting line for detecting the voltage of a parallel block is carried out to the cell arises.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the abnormality-of-connection diagnostic apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Assembled battery (1)    Parallel block (1a-1d)    Cell (2)    Battery controller (3)    Vehicle controller (4)
NOVELTY - The brushless electric machine (100a) has permanent magnet (12h) and electromagnetic coil (30) that are positioned mutually with respect to each other. The permanent magnet is formed with grooves (16) in the north-pole and is magnetized along the magnetization direction.    USE - Brushless electric machine such as brushless motor and brushless generator for electronic device, fuel cell use apparatus, robot (all claimed), mobile telephone, projector and electric power assisted bicycle. Can also be used in fan, timepiece, drum type washing machine, roller coaster, digital display, fuel cell type personal computer, fuel cell type digital camera, fuel cell type video camera, magnetic storage apparatus and polygon mirror drive device.    ADVANTAGE - Since strong magnetic field can be produced by the brushless motor, the efficiency of the brushless motor can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electronic device;    (2) fuel cell use apparatus; and    (3) robot.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional views of the motor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Direct current driving magnet module (10h)    Permanent magnet (12h)    Groove (16)    Electromagnetic coil (30)    Brushless electric machine (100a)
NOVELTY - The structure has a front automobile wheels and a front automobile shaft that are placed at external sides of a front part of a cabin. An electric automobile comprises a power system and a driving control system. The cabin comprises components of the power system and the driving control system, where the cabin is provided with a steering mechanism. A drive motor controller (1) and an electrical safety box (3) of the driving control system are arranged at an upper layer. A main drive motor is arranged at a lower layer. The drive motor is connected with the automobile shaft via a speed reducer.    USE - Cabin arrangement structure for a pure electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The structure improves the driving form of the automobile and the arrangement of the power structure, and has high complementary efficiency of energy. The structure is convenient to control the running process and improves compatibility of the system, and has higher stability and durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a cabin arrangement structure for a pure electric automobile.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Drive motor controller (1)    Electrical safety box (3)    Terminal box (5)    Brake pump (6)    Radiator (7)
NOVELTY - The closed type battery has an electrode structure accommodated in a case (21). A cover (25) is fixed into an opening portion (22) formed in case by laser welding. A dust receptacle (54) made of insulating material is arranged between case-cover welding area (S) and electrode structure such that tip of dust receptacle is arranged in contact with inner wall surface of case.    USE - Closed type battery such as lithium ion secondary battery, nickel-hydrogen secondary battery, metallic lithium secondary battery, nickel-cadmium battery, electrical double layer capacitor and primary battery for vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in personal computer and other electrical products.    ADVANTAGE - The dust receptacle made of insulating material is arranged between case-cover welding area and electrode structure accommodated in case. Thus contamination of electrode structure due to dust generated from welding area can be suppressed by dust receptacle. The dust can be collected effectively, malfunctioning can be prevented and the quality of battery can be improved without increasing the components of battery. Favorable shape and freedom degree of arrangement of dust receptacle can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of closed type battery.    Case (21)    Opening portion (22)    Cover (25)    Dust receptacle (54)    Welding area (S)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery has several cells formed by accommodating an electrode and an electrolyte in a container, which is cooled by a spacer plate (140). The spacer plate is provided such that the cooling efficiency of the center region (140C) of plate is greater than cooling efficiency of plate ends (140A,140B) arranged with the positive and negative terminal edges of electrode.    USE - Assembled battery such as lithium ion battery for use in electric power system of vehicle (all claimed) such as motor vehicle. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery and capacitor and for power supply of personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling efficiency at the center region is greater than the cooling efficiency at the ends of the spacer plate so that the durability of the battery can be improved with respect to the rate of usability of the battery. The generation of temperature difference between the center region and the ends of the plate can be eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electric power system; and    (2) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the spacer plate of assembled battery.    Spacer plate (140)    Ends of spacer plate (140A,140B)    Center region of spacer plate (140C)    Convex portion (142)    Recessed portion (144)    Coolant path (146)
NOVELTY - The cooling device has a reservoir tank (4) which is connected to upper tank (6a) of a radiator (6) by an air release piping (13). The overflowed coolant (5) accommodated through the piping is released into the atmosphere through a hole (4a). One end of an atmosphere pressure setting piping (12) is connected to a suction port (3b) of a pump (3) and other end is opened into coolant accommodated in the tank.    USE - Cooling device of fuel cell stack used as electric power supply source mounted in e.g. fuel cell vehicle and home.    ADVANTAGE - Since one end of atmosphere pressure setting piping is connected to suction port of pump and other end is opened into coolant accommodated in the tank, the pressure in suction port is made equal to the atmospheric pressure and the generation of cavitation is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the cooling device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Pump (3)    Suction port (3b)    Reservoir tank (4)    Hole (4a)    Overflowed coolant (5)    Radiator (6)    Upper tank (6a)    Atmosphere pressure setting piping (12)    Air release piping (13)
NOVELTY - An aqueous lithium ion secondary battery has a positive electrode (13), negative electrode (14) and aqueous electrolyte solution (17) containing dissolved main electrolytic salt having lithium ion and sub-electrolytic salt. The positive electrode has a material capable of discharging lithium ion during charging and occluding lithium ion during discharging as positive electrode active material. The negative electrode has a material capable of occluding lithium ion during charging and discharging lithium ion during discharging as negative electrode active material.    USE - Aqueous lithium ion secondary battery is used as power supply for electric vehicle such as fuel cell electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle, and as domestic power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The aqueous lithium ion secondary battery has improved charging/discharging cycling characteristics, by containing sub-electrolytic salt in electrolyte solution and suppressing elution of transition metal in active material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An aqueous lithium ion secondary battery has a positive electrode, negative electrode and aqueous electrolyte solution containing dissolved main electrolytic salt having lithium ion and sub-electrolytic salt (excluding halide salt) different from the main electrolytic salt. The positive electrode has a material capable of discharging lithium ion during charging and occluding lithium ion during discharging as positive electrode active material. The negative electrode has a material capable of occluding lithium ion during charging and discharging lithium ion during discharging as negative electrode active material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional drawing of a coin cell.    Coil cell (10)    Positive electrode (13)    Negative electrode (14)    Separator (16)    Aqueous electrolyte solution (17)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has electrolytic membrane (13) that is covered with seal (12) at outer periphery for preventing the leakage of fluid. The electrode layers (14a,14c) are arranged to electric power generation area (11) surrounded by seal. A gas flow path element (60) is arranged at outer surface of electrode layer for supplying the reactive gas to electrode layer.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell of fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The distribution property of reactive gas to electrode layer can be improved and the electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the seal integrated membrane electrode assembly. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric power generation area (11)    Seal (12)    Electrolytic membrane (13)    Electrode layers (14a,14c)    Gas flow path element (60)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has hydrogen tank (21) that supplies the hydrogen to anode flow path (12) and pressure sensor (26) that detects the pressure of hydrogen in anode flow path. The electronic control unit (60) computes target hydrogen pressure based on electric power generation required amount when the detected pressure is below the target hydrogen pressure.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train, vessel, hot water supply system, and other domestic and business applications.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure of hydrogen in anode flow path is detected appropriately so that the lack of hydrogen can be prevented. Hence, the operation of fuel cell system can be performed reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operating method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Anode flow path (12)    Hydrogen tank (21)    Pressure sensor (26)    Electronic control unit (60)
NOVELTY - The starting signal of the fuel cell (11) is detected, and a solenoid valve (25) is opened. A purge valve (28) is opened, and the retention gas within an anode gas circulation path (40) is discharged to a gas discharge piping (37). The solenoid valve is closed according to the pressure state of anode gas within the anode gas circulation path. The purge valve is closed after predetermined time, and the solenoid valve is opened. The electric power generation is started after cell voltage is more than a predetermined value.    USE - Starting method of fuel cell system (claimed) mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The retention gas within the anode gas circulation path can be smoothly discharged to the exterior through the purge valve. The retention gas is substituted with the anode gas in short time. The electric power generation is stabilized, and the fuel consumption is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (11)    Solenoid valve (25)    Purge valve (28)    Gas discharge piping (37)    Anode gas circulation path (40)
NOVELTY - The system has minimum cell voltage detection unit (64) to detect minimum cell voltage of specific cell group when cathode degassing unit removes cathode gas exist in cathode pole, and cell voltage detection unit (65) to detect cell voltage of another cell group. A judgment unit (62) compares detected minimum cell voltage and cell voltage, and determines cross leakage occurred in the fuel cell when cell voltage is lower than minimum cell voltage. The abnormal signal is outputted based on the determination result.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cell voltage of the specific cell group and the cross leakage occurred in the fuel cell can be detected accurately, the power consumption of the fuel cell system can be reduced and the generation of damage to the solid polymer electrolyte membrane can be suppressed reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cross leak detecting method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the electronic control unit of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Judgment unit (62)    Cross leakage signal output unit (63)    Minimum cell voltage detection unit (64)    Cell voltage detection unit (65)    Average cell voltage detection unit (66)
NOVELTY - The bushing (1) has several cyclic protrusions (3) formed in an outer peripheral surface at multiple stages. A rib (5) is formed in an annular groove (4) formed in the cyclic protrusion. Several recessed portions (6) are formed in the outer peripheral surface of the cyclic protrusion.    USE - Bushing for lead storage battery for use in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing cost of bushing is reduced by the formation of recessed portion in the cyclic protrusion and the contact area of bushing and resin material of battery case lid is increased. The stress concerning the resin material of bushing and battery case lid is reduced. The permeation of electrolyte solution is suppressed and the clamp-proof torque value can be increased by piercing the resin material of battery case lid into the recessed portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the bushing.    Bushing (1)    Cyclic protrusion (3)    Annular groove (4)    Rib (5)    Recessed portion (6)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a butterfly valve (40A) provided in air supply piping connected to a fuel cell, for controlling flow volume of air. The butterfly valve has an annular valve seat (42) provided along inner wall face of a cylindrical housing (41). A valve structure (43) is provided in one end surface side of the valve seat. A valve seal surface (44) of the valve structure is provided in the fuel cell side.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the valve structure fully contacts the valve seat, the deadline property of the butterfly valve can be fully secured. Vehicle mounting property of the fuel cell system can be improved. The abrasion of the valve seat can be reduced, and the durability of the butterfly valve can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the butterfly valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Butterfly valve (40A)    Cylindrical housing (41)    Annular valve seat (42)    Valve structure (43)    Valve seal surface (44)
NOVELTY - A controller controls switching of fuel of fuel cell (11) to contingency fuel so that electric power generation output of fuel cell becomes equivalent to preset value. The electric power generation output is supplied to dummy load (13) when parallel disconnection of fuel cell from electric power system (33) is performed. The source of electric power generation output is switched between dummy loads when supply of electric power generation output to electric power feeding load (42) is started so that electric power supplied to dummy load is less than preset value.    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The load tracking property of the fuel cell during parallel disconnection of fuel cell is ensured, the overload state of the fuel cell is suppressed when the supply of electric power to electric power feeding load is started and the supply of electric power to the dummy loads can be reduced and can be interrupted rapidly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell power generation system. (Drawing include non-English language text)    Fuel cell electric power generation device (1)    Fuel cell (11)    Dummy load (13)    Electric power system (33)    Electric power feeding load (42)
NOVELTY - The water purification apparatus has a storage container (25) to store reformation water, which is connected to a tap water piping (91) through a piping (90). A tap water purification device (92) accommodates water-purification materials to purify the water supplied from the tap water piping. The drainage channels (22c,24,26) connect the condensers (9,21,22) of fuel cell system with the storage container through a condensed water purification device (96) that accommodates water-purification materials to purify condensed water supplied from the condensers.    USE - Water purification apparatus for fuel cell system (claimed). Can also be used in electronic device, vehicle and electric machine.    ADVANTAGE - The silicic acid contained in the tap water can be removed effectively so that formation of narrow flow path of the piping in fuel cell system can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the water purification apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Condensers (9,21,22)    Drainage channels (22c,24,26)    Storage container (25)    Piping (90)    Tap water piping (91)    Tap water purification device (92)    Condensed water purification device (96)
NOVELTY - An assembled battery (10) comprises secondary batteries (12), and electrical storage elements for voltage detection (14) which are connected in series. The electrical storage element has positive electrode which contains activated carbon as positive electrode material, and negative electrode containing negative electrode active material of same composition as secondary battery.    USE - An assembled battery for vehicles (claimed) such as motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The charging/discharging state of assembled battery is easily and accurately detected from voltage of electrical storage element. The performance decrement of assembled battery is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a state detection method of assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of assembled battery.    Assembled battery (10)    Secondary batteries (12)    Electrical storage elements for voltage detection (14)
NOVELTY - The flat battery has a leaf spring (74) arranged at the inner side of a battery can (10) accommodating the electrode material (6) for urging the electrode material in the state of making the electrode material face the inner surface of battery can. A protruding portion (73) is fixed inside the battery can and inserted in the electrode material in the battery can. The protruding dimension of the protruding portion is set to 1/10-2/3 of the thickness of the electrode material.    USE - Flat battery for tire pressure detection sensor in motor vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation is performed stably by reliably suppressing the movement of electrode material inside the battery can due to vibration.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the flat battery.    Positive electrode material (6)    Negative electrode material (7)    Battery can (10)    Protruding portion (73)    Leaf spring (74)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1000) has a membrane electrode assembly (MEA) (21) in a cell module (20). A pair of separator (25) is positioned on both sides of the MEA. Several cooling medium distribution paths in a cooling unit are formed inside of a separator to distribute cooling medium to the MEA. The cooling medium distribution path is formed in a downward direction along gravity direction with respect to the MEA.    USE - Fuel cell mounted in electric vehicle e.g. car (from drawing). Can also be used in floor of building.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling medium in the cooling medium is discharged to the fuel cell in short time using the gravity and the drying of the MEA is prevented by the supply of the cooling medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded view of the fuel cell and the cell module.    Cell module (20)    MEA (21)    Cathode side plate (22)    Separator (25)    Fuel cell (1000)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has main valve (40) that is provided in downstream of air discharge piping (22) to control flow volume of gas. A bypass piping (25) bypasses the upstream and downstream of main valve among air discharge piping. A sub-valve (41) controls preset flow volume which is smaller than maximum flow volume controlled by main valve.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow volume of cathode gas can be controlled at low temperature atmosphere reliably. Since the valve is made small, the vehicle mounting property can be improved and the cost of fuel cell system is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Air supply piping (21)    Air discharge piping (22)    Bypass piping (25)    Main valve (40)    Sub-valve (41)
NOVELTY - The battery includes a positive electrode using iron type material, and negative electrode using iron material, zinc-based material or hydrogen storage alloy type material, which is positioned by mutually opposing the positive electrode. The electrolyte solution containing barium hydroxide or strontium hydroxide is filled between the electrodes.    USE - Secondary battery for use as power supply for motor vehicle and domestic electric appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The electrodes are not eluted with the electrolyte solution during storage period, when load is not connected, since the electrolyte solution has weak alkali hydroxide, thus self discharge can be suppressed and capacity fall can be suppressed by preventing the elution of iron and zinc at the side of negative electrode. Chemical change does not occur at the side of negative electrode during the usage of hydrogen storage alloy type material.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has the reinforcing materials (14a) that are provided on both the surfaces of an electrolytic membrane. The anode and cathode electrodes are provided on both the surfaces of respective reinforcing materials. A reactive gas supply flow path (21) is arranged in gas diffusion portion (22) connected to anode separator (20). A horizontal portion (100a) formed in the peripheral portion of an anode gas introduction manifold (42a) is connected to the reactive gas supply flow path.    USE - Fuel cell stack mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the horizontal portion is formed in the peripheral portion of an anode gas introduction manifold, the flow of water to the upper end of the manifold can be reduced. Thus, the reactive gas can be supplied reliably to the anode electrode of fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the explanatory views explaining the assembling and disassembling states of anode separator and reinforcing material of fuel cell stack. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Reinforcing material (14a)    Anode separator (20)    Reactive gas supply flow path (21)    Gas diffusion portion (22)    Anode gas introduction manifold (42a)    Horizontal portion (100a)
NOVELTY - The method involves generating electric power in the fuel cell (1) by supplying the hydrogen and the in-air oxygen. The generated electric power is stored in the electrical-energy buffer, after which the stored electric power is applied to an external load (4). The fuel cell output current target value is determined according to the load requirement of the fuel cell. The fuel cell output current command value is defined according to the fuel cell output current target value, when the external load is small.    USE - Electric power generation control method of fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the fuel cell output current command value is defined according to the fuel cell output current target value, the stable electric power can be supplied to the external load at the time of small external load. And the electric power generation control in the fuel cell can be performed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell electric power system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (1)    Battery (3)    External load (4)    Control unit (5)    Ammeter (6)
NOVELTY - The device (10a) has pair of electrodes (13) having draw-out portion (17) that is protruded from overlap region (16), and respectively connected to corresponding terminal electrodes (18). The openings (23) are formed in position corresponding to each terminal electrodes, on sealing structure (20) having metal layer and insulating layer. The opening dimension of the metal layer is set larger that that of insulating layer. The terminal electrodes are led out from the openings when internal circumference edge of the openings are joined and sealed with terminal electrodes.    USE - Electrochemical device e.g. electrochemical capacitor, electrical double layer capacitor and redox capacitor, secondary battery such as lithium ion battery and nickel-hydrogen battery, used in electric equipment such as mobile telephone, digital still camera and notebook personal computer, and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The intensity and the airtightness effect can be improved by providing sealing structure. Therefore, the high sealing performance can be achieved. The short-circuit between electrodes can be eliminated and the reliable electrochemical device can be achieved effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top and front sectional views of the electrochemical device.    Electrochemical device (10a)    Electrodes (13)    Overlap region (16)    Draw-out portion (17)    Terminal electrode (18)    Sealing structure (20)    Opening (23)
NOVELTY - The method involves heating raw material pitch at temperature range of about 500-800 degree Celsius. The heat treated raw material pitch is grinded. The grinded raw material pitch is washed with solvent. The washed raw material pitch is separated and dried. The dibutyl-phthalate (DBP) oil absorption amount of carbon black added to raw material pitch is 100-500 ml/100g. The raw material pitch is polymerized using polycyclic hydrocarbon under coexistence of hydrogen fluoride and boron tri-fluoride.    USE - Manufacturing method of positive electrode active material for electrochemical capacitor (ECC) (both claimed) used as power supply for hybrid vehicle and uninterruptible power supply (UPS).    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode material for ECC can be manufactured safely and inexpensively based on alkali activation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) positive electrode active material for ECC; and    (2) ECC.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has control unit that drives two fuel cell stacks, and controls output of fuel cell stacks, when the required output is more than predetermined value. The driving of one fuel cell stack is stopped, and output of another fuel cell stack is controlled so that output of another cell stack becomes more than difference between required output and output of fuel cell, when required output is less than predetermined value.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel-cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The driving of one fuel cell stack is stopped and output of another fuel cell stack is controlled, when required output is less than predetermined value. Hence the operation of fuel cell system can be maintained reliably, even when load fluctuation occurs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for controlling operation of fuel cell system; and    (2) method for maintaining fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process of controlling output of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves calculating temperature of a cathode and anode of a cell laminated structure at the time of electric power generation so as to determine moving amount of water from the cathode to the anode of the cell laminated structure. The accumulation amount of water in the anode of cell laminated structure is computed based on the moving amount of water so that the pressure loss of the anode of the cell laminated structure is determined based on accumulation amount of water. The waste water of the anode is controlled based on pressure loss of anode.    USE - Control method of fuel cell for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The waste water of the anode can be controlled reliably based on calculated pressure loss of anode so that the voltage drop in the fuel cell can be prevented in advance. The necessity to increase supply of fuel gas to the anode can be eliminated so that the fuel consumption of the fuel cell can be controlled. Electric power generation process can be performed appropriately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the control method of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The battery has a square-shaped case (10) comprising long side wall (14) whose edge portions (14a,14c) contact with short side wall (16). The case has an opening (12) formed facing edge portions of long side wall, in a state contacting the short side wall, so that the thickness of the edge portions of the long side wall increases than that of center portion (14b) of long side wall.    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion battery, nickel cadmium battery and nickel hydrogen battery for use in vehicle, personal computer, portable terminal, and other electrical products.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode structure is accommodated reliably in correct position of battery, without causing inclination of electrode structure inside the case of battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the square-shaped case of battery.    Square-shaped case (10)    Opening (12)    Long side wall (14)    Edge portion of long side wall (14a,14c)    Center portion of long side wall (14b)    Short side wall (16)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (300) has an exhaust muffler (400) provided with an exhaust port (401) within casing (50) that accommodates fuel cell. A blow-off pipe (500) has an outlet (501) that blows off the waste gas emitted from the fuel cell system. The confrontation degree of polymerization of exhaust port and blower outlet is set less than or equal to 30 degrees of opening area of exhaust port.    USE - Waste gas discharging apparatus of fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The windproof property of fuel cell system can be improved effectively, thus the waste gas can be discharged efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of waste gas discharge apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Casing (50)    Waste gas discharging apparatus (300)    Exhaust muffler (400)    Exhaust port (401)    Blow-off pipe (500)    Blower outlet (501)
NOVELTY - The joint apparatus (A) has liquid-receptor (20) that receives liquid from liquid container (10), which are connected by liquid receiving porous and liquid feeding porous (12). The joint surface of liquid receiving porous or the joint surface of liquid feeding porous is equipped with pore porous (24) having hole diameter of 0.1-20 micrometers.    USE - Joint apparatus for liquid feeding in fuel cell (claimed) such as passive type fuel cell and active type fuel cell. Can also be used in feeding of inkjet liquid in ink-jet printer and medical solution in medical solution administration apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since the pore porous is formed in joint surface of liquid receiving porous and liquid feeding porous, the bubble mixed into liquid during connection of liquid receptor and liquid container can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the joint apparatus for liquid feeding in fuel cell.    Joint apparatus (A)    Liquid container (10)    Liquid feeding porous (12)    Liquid-receptor (20)    Pore porous (24)
NOVELTY - The electrode body has a current collector foil lamination part (84) where positive electrode current collector foils (34) are laminated and to which a current collection member (14) is welded. The current collector foil lamination part has a current collector foil welding part (16) welded to the current collection member. The positive electrode current collector foils mutually closely contact in a current collector foil compression part (18) surrounding the current collector foil welding part.    USE - Battery, e.g., lithium ion battery for vehicle, e.g., motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Suppresses scattering of welding spatter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a battery manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the principal part of the battery.    Current collection member (14)    Current collector foil welding part (16)    Current collection auxiliary member (17)    Positive electrode current collector foil (34)    Current collector foil lamination part (84)
NOVELTY - The positive electrode active material particles (10) and the conductive support particles (20,22) are dispersed in a solvent to prepare dispersion liquid. The dispersion liquid is sprayed in mist state into a reaction container to form droplets containing positive electrode active material particles and conductive support particles. The sprayed droplets are dried using hot air so that conductive support particles are adhered on the surfaces of positive electrode active material particles.    USE - Method for manufacturing olivine-type positive electrode active material for use in positive electrode of battery (both claimed) such as lithium ion secondary battery and nickel-hydrogen secondary battery for power supply of vehicle, personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid droplets sprayed in reaction container are dried so that conductive support particles are adhered on positive electrode active material particles and thus binding of positive electrode active material particles can be avoided. Increase in interfacial resistance due to binding of positive electrode active material particles can be suppressed, internal resistance of battery can be reduced and excellent battery performance can be achieved. The dispersion solvent contained in droplet can be removed rapidly using hot air and the positive electrode active material particles can be manufacture easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the positive electrode compound-material layer.    Positive electrode active material particles (10)    Conductive support particles (20,22)    Positive electrode compound-material layer (30)
NOVELTY - The case mold type capacitor has an element (1) whose ends (1a,1b) are connected with electrode terminals (2) that is connected to a double sided board (3). An external terminal (4) is electrically connected to the electrode terminals by connecting the double sided board to the electrode terminal. A case (5) accommodating the arrangement of element and electrode terminal, is filled with mold resin (6) so that external terminal is exposed to the exterior.    USE - Case mold type capacitor for hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electronic device, electrical equipment and industrial application.    ADVANTAGE - The inductance of the case mold type capacitor can be reduced. The size and the cost of case mold type capacitor, can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the case mold type capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Element (1)    Ends of element (1a,1b)    Electrode terminal (2)    Double sided board (3)    External terminal (4)    Case (5)    Mold resin (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves mounting circuit (7) which consists of insulated substrate (5) and semiconductor element (4) on cooler (2), and fixing housing (1) on the cooler so that the circuit is covered by the housing. The housing is sealed by sealing resin (3). The housing and cooler are fixed by thermo compression bonding in vacuum atmosphere.    USE - Manufacturing method of power module for inverter mounted in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the need for fastening bolts for fixing housing and cooler is eliminated, the size of the power module can be reduced. Since the generation of void and air path formation in connection portion of the cooler is prevented, the damage of power module due to burning can be suppressed effectively. The power module of snug rank can be manufactured inexpensively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the power module.    Housing (1)    Cooler (2)    Sealing resin (3)    Semiconductor element (4)    Insulated substrate (5)    Circuit (7)    Power module (10)
NOVELTY - The parking place comprises multiple parking spaces (1), where each parking space is allocated to a feed station (4). An excess capacity of solar power is generated by photovoltaic elements in vehicles, and is converted into alternating current by an inverter (3), to deliver solar power to an electricity supplier. The output current quantity of some parking positions is detected by a central computer (7).    USE - Parking place for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The excess capacity of solar power is generated by photovoltaic elements in vehicles and is converted into alternating current by an inverter, to deliver solar power to an electricity supplier, and the output current quantity of some parking positions is detected by a central computer, and thus enables a simple and easy charging of the battery of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar parking place for motor vehicles.    Parking space (1)    Photovoltaic plate (2)    Inverter (3)    Feed station (4)    Central computer (7)
NOVELTY - The device has a voltage evaluation unit (SA) for comparing voltage potentials (U-HV-pos, U-HV-neg, U-L1, U-L2, U-L3) lying at respective inputs. One of the inputs is connected with an output of a voltage source (V1) by voltage dividers (R7-R10), and another input is connected with circuit breaker outputs of a circuit breaker (Q2-Q7) by voltage dividers (R11- R16), where the circuit breaker is a part of a converter for an electrical drive of a vehicle. The evaluation unit detects error e.g. short circuit, of the circuit breaker.    USE - Device for diagnosing a defective circuit-breaker of a converter of a motor vehicle (all claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electrical vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is designed such that it detects error function of the circuit breaker in the converter of the motor vehicle in an efficient manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for diagnosing a defective circuit-breaker of a converter for a motor vehicle    (2) a data carrier with a program for diagnosing a defective circuit-breaker of a converter for a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a device for diagnosing a defective circuit-breaker of a converter.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Circuit breakers (Q2-Q7)    Voltage dividers (R7-R16)    Voltage evaluation unit (SA)    Voltage potentials (U-HV-pos, U-HV-neg, U-L1, U-L2, U-L3)    Voltage source (V1)
NOVELTY - The system has a set of electrically powered vehicles i.e. electrically assisted bicycle (3), including onboard rechargeable energy storage unit. A charging station shelters the vehicles and recharges the onboard energy storage unit. The charging station is powered by multiple renewable energy sources e.g. solar power. The charging station is connected to a national electricity grid and includes an energy storage unit. The charging station is fitted with extra electrical outlets e.g. alternating current (AC) line voltage.    USE - Energy efficient transportation system.    ADVANTAGE - The system reduces an amount of energy absorbed by the vehicle during transportation operations. The charging station is optionally connected to the national electricity grid, so that excess generated energy can be exported. The vehicle is small in size and less in weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an energy efficient transportation system.    Solar panels (1)    Electrically assisted bicycle (3)    Support rail (4)    Roof (5)    Lockers (6)
NOVELTY - The battery casing (3) is mounted on the backrest portion (2) of seat (1). The backrest portion is made thin to ensure the space for mounting the battery. The recessed portion is formed on the upper surface of backrest portion. The casing is fixed to the recessed portion. The battery is made to slide from the opening formed in upper surface of backrest portion, and inserted into the casing.    USE - Mounting structure used for mounting battery (claimed) such as nickel hydrogen battery, and lithium ion battery on seat of electric vehicle. Can also be used in mounting battery on vehicle door, and under vehicle trunk, and battery used in other motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Battery casing can be provided in the backrest portion of seat, so that proper height is maintained between vehicle and road surface. Since the backrest portion is made thin, space for mounting the battery can be ensured. Since the battery is made to slide from the opening and inserted into the casing, the batteries can be replaced easily without removing the seat. Need for providing several connecting cables is eliminated. Thin battery can be charged easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery for electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the mounting structure of battery for electric vehicle.    Seat (1)    Backrest portion (2)    Battery casing (3)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell coolant tank reservoir (26) has a pressure release valve (30) that is in a closed position when the pressure in the fuel cell is less than a preset pressure and in an open position when the pressure in the tank is greater than the preset pressure. A heat transfer wire (60) connected to the pressure release valve and to a portion of the cooling system, heats the pressure release valve.    USE - Fuel cell system for combustion engine system.    ADVANTAGE - Freezing of pressure release valve due to accumulation of water vapor from the coolant can be prevented by provision of heat transfer wire that heats the pressure release valve.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for cooling fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of cooling tank reservoir including a pressure release valve and a wire connected to the valve and extending into the reservoir tank.    Fuel cell coolant tank reservoir (26)    Pressure release valve (30)    Cooling fluid (52)    Head room (53)    Heat transfer wire (60)
NOVELTY - The method involves collecting output voltage of an on-vehicle super capacitor, output voltage of a traction cell and current value of frequency conversion motor drive current by an on-vehicle energy management unit. Data is acquired by a vehicle speed transducer and a stress-applying sensor, and current working state of the vehicle is determined by processing the data by an on-vehicle data processor. Current output of a variable frequency drive unit is controlled to provide rational power by a control unit.    USE - Method for controlling current output of a hybrid electric power source of an electric energy type motor vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The method improves mobility of the electric motor vehicle, and can be utilized for various motor vehicles.
NOVELTY - The clutch has a sliding bush (11) sleeved on a driven shaft (12) and sliding along the driven shaft. A pressure plate (7) is provided with multiple sliding rods (28) matched with multiple sliding holes (17) on a clutch cover (9). The sliding rod drives the pressure plate to slide along the sliding hole on the clutch cover. Springs (8) are fixed between the pressure plate and the clutch cover by multiple spring columns (15) on the clutch cover and multiple spring columns on the pressure plate.    USE - Friction type idle speed energy storage clutch for a vehicle i.e. automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The clutch effectively recycles the energy consumed by the idle speed condition of the vehicle, so as to improve the fuel utility ratio of the vehicle, thus reducing the environment pollution caused by the vehicle. The clutch is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of a friction type idle speed energy storage clutch.    Pressure plate (7)    Springs (8)    Clutch cover (9)    Sliding bush (11)    Driven shaft (12)    Spring columns (15)    Multiple sliding holes (17)    Multiple sliding rods (28)
NOVELTY - The device has a fluid frame provided with multiple centrosymmetric fluid tunnels, where each fluid tunnel is equipped with multiple kinks and forms multiple circuits. An inlet port is connected to an outlet hole by a periphrastic fluid tunnel. Section of the fluid tunnel is in Z shape. An outlet port is connected to an inlet hole by the periphrastic fluid tunnel.    USE - Fluid frame device for an all-vanadium ion oxidation-reduction fluid battery.    ADVANTAGE - The kinks enlarge the length of the inner fluid tunnels, thus increasing effectual resistance and lowering the speed of self-discharging of the battery. The device avoids high local voltage of the battery, and rupturing of the electrolyte fluid in the periphrastic fluid tunnel when the battery is in static state, so that the electrolyte fluid in a single cell is isolated from the electrolyte fluid in a storing device, thus avoiding self-discharging of the battery. The electrical energy is stored in the battery when the charging is completed, so that the energy transfer efficiency and service life of the battery are increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a fluid frame device.
NOVELTY - A capacitor group (1) comprising several electrolytic capacitors, is accommodated in a box (2). The capacitor group is connected to positive and negative electrodes of a storage battery (4) for engine-drive by a lead wire (5). The electrostatic capacitance of the capacitor is 1000-3,00,000 micro farads. A heat insulating material (3) is arranged in the box.    USE - Apparatus for increasing driving force of engine used in vessel and motor vehicle (both claimed) such as snowmobile, passenger car, motorbike, bus, truck, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The driving force of the engine can be increased effectively, and immobility state of the storage battery can be suppressed reliably. The emission of the exhaust gas containing carbon monoxide can be reduced efficiently. The acceleration performance of the engine can be improved reliably, and cost of the driving force increasing apparatus can be reduced by simplified structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the driving force increasing apparatus.    Capacitor group (1)    Box (2)    Heat insulating material (3)    Storage battery (4)    Lead wire (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (11) has a porous anode separator plate (44) and a non-porous cathode separator plate (38) arranged adjacent to a membrane electrode assembly (MEA) (60) opposite from one another. The anode and cathode separator plate has opposing sides with respective fuel and oxidant flow fields in communication with the MEA. The cathode separator plate has water permeability less than the water permeability of the anode separator plate.    USE - Fuel cell for evaporatively-cooled fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The anode and cathode separator plates can be constructed more efficiently and inexpensively, by using porous plates and avoiding maximization for bubble pressure and water permeability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Cathode separator plate (38)    Anode separator plate (44)    MEA (60)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell component has an electrically-conductive composite plate made of carbonaceous material or graphite. The composite plate has a main portion and an extension portion extending along an exterior surface of the plate. The extension portion has resin concentration less than the resin concentration of the main portion.    USE - Fuel cell component e.g. water transport plate or porous bi-polar plate (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The extension portion with less concentration of resin extending along the exterior surface of the plate reduces the skin effect and allows for controlling or selecting the electrical resistance and hydrophilicity of the fuel cell component.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of manufacture of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the selected portion of the fuel cell.    Cell assembly (20)    Anode bipolar plate (22)    Cathode bipolar plate (24)    Anode gas diffusion layer (26)    Cathode gas diffusion layer (30)
NOVELTY - The structure has an installing beam i.e. rectangular framework, fixed on a bottom surface of an automobile floor, and a battery tray for fixing and supporting a power battery and a sealing strip. Installing parts are fixed on a periphery of the battery tray that is fixedly connected with the installing beam via the installing parts. The installing parts are formed with sealing grooves. One of layers of one of the sealing grooves is fixed on the installing parts. A sealing strip is fixed in each layer of the sealing groove. A bolt hole is formed on the installing part of the battery tray.    USE - Sealing structure for a power battery of a vehicle    ADVANTAGE - The structure utilizes a sealing strip between the installing beam and the battery tray to form a sealed space for holding the power battery by the automobile floor, the installing beam and the battery tray, thus preventing the power battery from interfering by rains, sludge and dust, improving working environment of the power battery and improving working reliability of the power battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a sealing structure.
NOVELTY - The structure has a battery retaining disc for fixing and supporting a power battery, and a fixing beam connected with the battery retaining disc. A ground plate, the battery retaining disc and the fixing beam form a closed space for accommodating the power battery. The battery retaining disc is provided with a box structured depressed part for accommodating the power battery. A fixing part fixes the battery retaining disc to the fixing beam. An opening is formed on an upper part of the depressed part. A dummy edge is formed by extension of an opening edge of the depressed part.    USE - Power battery fixing structure for a car.    ADVANTAGE - The structure can distribute force of the power battery on the car frame uniformly. The battery occupies less space in the structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a power battery fixing structure.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a solar panel (1) equipped in a front part of a fighter base cab (2) and moved to a rear end from a front end of the vehicle in an inclined manner. A front wheel (5) is in a front part of a vehicle body, and two rear wheels (3) is provided as driving wheels in a rear part. A lower side of the vehicle body corresponding to the cab is a driving cabin (4) with an electric main shaft and a battery, which is in a charging state when the vehicle is parked, and in the state of driving the electric main shaft when the vehicle moves.    USE - Solar vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle can be driven at high speed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar vehicle.    Solar panel (1)    Fighter base cab (2)    Rear wheels (3)    Driving cabin (4)    Front wheel (5)
NOVELTY - The car has a frame (1F) fixed on a fuel motor car main body (1), and an electric motor (2), a voltage regulator (2A), a lighting system, a signal system, a battery set (2B) arranged in the frame. A right side of an upper front end of the frame is equipped with a fuel speed handle (1E), and a WZK3615A type electrical controller is fixed in a master switch below a cushion. A magnetor (1A) is installed on a middle lower end of the frame. An alternating/direct current rectifier is placed on an upper end at an inner side of the magnetor.    USE - Portable self-charging fuel and electric dual-purpose motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The car charges the battery by generating electric by magnetor, and drives the electric motor, and the voltage regulator controls conversion of double power. The car is energy-saving, economical, environment-friendly, convenient, low voltage and safe, and has long service life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a portable self-charging fuel and electric dual-purpose motor car.    Fuel motor car main body (1)    Magnetor (1A)    Fuel speed handle (1E)    Frame (1F)    Electric motor (2)    Voltage regulator (2A)    Battery set (2B)
NOVELTY - The set has a transmission mechanism connected with a vehicle deceleration device (3) and a generator (12). A transmission mechanism comprises a connecting rod (7) hinged with a hinging seat (4) on a box (1). One end of the connecting rod is connected with the vehicle deceleration device, where another end is connected with the generator through the transmission device. A reset spring (5) is supported under the connecting rod between the connecting rod hinging position and the vehicle deceleration device.    USE - Inertia potential energy generating set.    ADVANTAGE - The set can generate inertia potential energy when the vehicle passes through a deceleration slope and gravity potential energy so as to generate electricity through a connecting rod generating mechanism. The inertia potential energy during the deceleration and the gravity potential energy can be reused, thus saving power source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of an inertia potential energy generating set.    Box (1)    Vehicle deceleration device (3)    Hinging seat (4)    Reset spring (5)    Connecting rod (7)    Generator (12)
NOVELTY - The device has a thermal conducting shell filled with phase-changed materials, which release heat to a low temperature section and absorb heat at low temperature during a temperature lifting process. The shell is internally provided with multiple thermal conducting fins, where the phase-changed materials are mixed with metal powder.    USE - Thermal managing device for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The device is simple in structure and is formed by a shell wrapped on the outer surface of the fuel cell. The device can thermally manage the fuel cell by closely covering the outer surface of the fuel cell. The device is inexpensive and safe and reliable to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a thermal managing device.
NOVELTY - The device has a super-capacitor adapter power circuit that charges a super capacitor by utilizing a storage cell and discharges the storage cell by the super capacitor, where the device is provided with two resistors. A controller of a super-capacitor adapter collects variable capacitance voltage and current signals. A diode is connected with a positive electrode of the storage cell to restrict the super capacitor directly charging the storage cell without an inductor when the cell end is discharged to enable the voltage to be lower than that of the super capacitor.    USE - Electric vehicle control device.    ADVANTAGE - The device increases starting and accelerating performance of the electric vehicle, thus prolonging the travel distance. The device improves reliability. The device has low cost and wide range of application. The resistors are grounded and connected with a high level separately to prevent upper and lower bridge arms triggering signal in a forbidden state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electric vehicle control device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - An electricity storage system (10) comprises battery cells (11), each includes an angular metal battery case and battery element accommodated in metal battery case, the battery cells is electrically connected together and disposed in such a manner to form spaces between metal battery cases, where each of the metal battery cases has angular metallic housing having external surface on which irregularities are formed, and resin portion which is integrally molded on external surface of metallic housing through integral injection molding.    USE - As electricity storage system for vehicles e.g. electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electricity storage system prevents the deformation of metal battery cases due to internal pressure of battery cells, ensure passageways for a cooling medium, realize a reduction in size and weight by reducing the number of components involved and reduces the production costs and a manufacturing method of a metal battery case.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing an angular metal battery case which accommodates a battery element so as to configure a battery cell involving working step of forming an angular metallic housing by pressing a sheet metal; a surface treatment step of forming irregularities on an external surface of the metallic housing; and a molding step of integrally molding a resin portion on the external surface of the metallic housing by insert molding with the metallic housing inserted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of electricity storage system.    Electricity storage system (10)    Battery cells (11)    Positive terminal (13)    Negative terminal (14)    Lid portion (16) Gas discharge value (15)    Tight-pressing plate (30)    Binding plates (31)    Engagement holes (32)    Conductive members (33)    Cooling member passageways (34)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a pair of radiators cooled by cooling wind from an opening portion (25) formed in a front bumper (7), where one of the radiators is curved along an inner surface of bumper. Inner edge portions in vehicle width direction of another pair of radiators are coupled by a cooling water piping when a fuel cell powered vehicle (1) is viewed from an upper direction. Cooling water is supplied in a direction from an outer edge portion in width direction of one of the latter pair of radiators toward an outside portion in width direction of other radiator of the latter pair of radiators.    USE - Cooling apparatus for a fuel cell powered vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus improves radiating performance of the radiator. The front side of the cooling water piping is extended in the vehicle width direction in the vehicle front portion to be overlaid in the vehicle front/rear direction with a lower bumper member, so that the cooling water piping can be protected at the time of collision of the fuel cell powered vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front perspective view of a fuel cell vehicle.    Fuel cell powered vehicle (1)    Front bumper (7)    Opening portion (25)    Right-side air guide portion (31)    Right-side opening portion (32)
NOVELTY - The tractor has a frame structure (10) in between an engine compartment and a driving region, where a partitioning portion in the frame structure partitions between the compartment and the driving region and has an opening region in a central portion. A support frame portion extends vertically across the opening region. The frame structure forms a battery support portion, where a battery inserted in the support portion is accommodated with allowance in a space along a longitudinal direction of a vehicle body defined by a cross sectional area of the opening region.    USE - Tractor.    ADVANTAGE - The frame structure forms the battery support portion, where the battery inserted in the battery support portion is accommodated with allowance in the space along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body defined by the cross sectional area of the opening region, thus providing more comfortable space for the operator, while simplifying simultaneous operation of the steering wheel and the operation lever for the front loader.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a lateral surface view of a tractor front to which a front loader has been mounted.    Engine portion (5)    Frame structure (10)    Vehicle frame (16)    Front loader (40)    Bucket (44)
NOVELTY - The shut-off valve (10) has deformative diaphragm (74) that divides inner portion of auxiliary chamber (54) into upper auxiliary chamber (54B) at valve chest side and lower auxiliary chamber (54A) at opposite side of valve chest (52). A helical spring (90) presses the diaphragm so that force acts on the valve (60) at valve seat (22a). The valve connected with diaphragm through valve support shaft (65), is opened/closed when diaphragm deforms upward/downward respectively. A compressed gas supply port (92) in lower auxiliary chamber, receives compressed air.    USE - Shut-off valve for fuel cell e.g. solid polymer type fuel cell. Can also be used in solid oxide fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell for motor vehicle, industrial machine and aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The diaphragm is pressed by helical spring and the valve is opened/closed when diaphragm deforms upward/downward respectively, so that the structure of the fuel cell system is simplified and handling of fuel cell is made easy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the shut-off valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Shut-off valve (10)    Valve seat (22a)    Valve chest (52)    Auxiliary chamber (54)    Lower auxiliary chamber (54A)    Upper auxiliary chamber (54B)    Valve (60)    Valve support shaft (65)    Diaphragm (74)    Helical spring (90)    Compressed gas supply port (92)
NOVELTY - The polymer electrolyte fuel cell system (100) has hydrogen and air supply pipings (9,11) and discharge pipings (10,12) that supply hydrogen and air into and discharge them from a fuel cell (8), respectively. Humidity adjusting imogolites (15,16) are arranged in the supply and discharge pipings.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) system for motor vehicle like electric vehicle and domestic cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - The humidity of fuel cell is maintained in the sub-zero temperature region. Formation of ice coating on the surface of catalyst layer is prevented and gas diffusion inhibition resulting from freezing of water is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the conceptual view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (8)    Hydrogen supply piping (9)    Hydrogen discharge piping (10)    Air supply piping (11)    Air discharge piping (12)    Imogolites (15,16)    Polymer electrolyte fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The cell (10) has a solid electrolyte membrane (1) with cathode side catalyst electrode layer (2) on one side of solid electrolyte membrane and an anode side catalyst electrode layer (3) on other side. The cathode side catalyst electrode layer has several hydrogen storage materials (A) with predetermined electro-conductivity. The hydrogen storage material has hydrogen desorption temperature less than the glass transition temperature of the solid electrolyte membrane or thermal decomposition temperature and greater than the operating temperature of the fuel cell.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell of fuel cell system (claimed) for domestic co-generation system, motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen desorption temperature of the hydrogen storage material is greater than the operating temperature of the fuel cell, hydrogen can be released only by heating the hydrogen storage material after power shutdown of the cell. Since hydrogen is released from the hydrogen storage material and precipitation of the catalyst metal ion is restored, the elution of the catalyst metal in the solid electrolyte membrane is prevented. Hence, the fall of electric power generation efficiency is prevented, increasing the durability of the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) reproduction method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell.    Solid electrolyte membrane (1)    Cathode side catalyst electrode layer (2)    Anode side catalyst electrode layer (3)    Fuel cell (10)    Hydrogen storage materials (A)
NOVELTY - The battery has electrode group formed by winding active material layer. The positive electrode lead (1) and negative electrode lead (5) of strip-like metal foil provides an exposed portion in active material layer on coil shape through an isolation film in battery case, which is filled with electrolyte solution. A polypropylene (PP) tape (9) is stuck to exposed portion of electrode group and coating edge of the active material layer at an angle (Z) in range of 35 degrees with respect to minimum diameter (Y) focusing on the winding core portion of the electrode group.    USE - Cylindrical non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery for portable electronic devices such as audio-video equipment and personal computer. Can also be used in magnesium secondary battery for main power supply of non-commercial mobile tools such as mobile telephone and notebook computer, power tools such as electrically-driven driver and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode group can be approached close to a perfect circle by regulating the position of PP tape. Since the electrode group is approach a perfect circle even if it sticks the PP tape in order to prevent the inside short circuit of coating edge portion of active material layer, the volume within the battery case can be effectively used. The energy density per volume of the battery can be improved and high capacity of the cylindrical battery with co-existence of safety can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the electrode group of cylindrical battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Positive electrode lead (1)    Negative electrode lead (5)    PP tape (9)    Minimum diameter (Y)    Angle (Z)
NOVELTY - The battery has a winding electrode structure whose two ends are laminated on a positive electrode active material layer (28) and negative electrode active material layer (38) respectively. A current collection element is connected to the active material layers. A current collector foil structure (22) is connected to the active material layers. An insulating element (18) is arranged in a gap formed between the current collector foil structure and current collection element.    USE - Battery such as lithium ion battery used in vehicle, personal computer and other portable terminal. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery.    ADVANTAGE - The insulating element is arranged in the gap formed between the current collector foil structure and current collection element. Hence the occurrence of the short circuit can be prevented. The damage to the battery can be prevented. Hence the reliability of the battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the battery.    Winding electrode structure (10)    Insulating element (18)    Current collector foil structure (22)    Positive electrode active material layer (28)    Negative electrode active material layer (38)
NOVELTY - The polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack has an elastically deformable heat insulation block (5) arranged at one side of a cell laminated block (1). A cylindrical cover (6) is arranged in the state of covering the heat insulation block and resin made end plates (4) clamping both ends of the cell laminated block. The heat insulation block is compressed between the cell laminated block and the cover. The cover is urged in the direction intersecting the lamination direction of cell laminated block with the restoring force of the compressed heat insulation block.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack for co-generation system, power supply of motor vehicle and portable power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The damage of the end plate and the cover and the generation of noise are prevented by reducing backlash between the end plate and the cover in the lamination direction. The necessity for producing membrane electrode assembly (MEA) and separator with high precision for the attachment of cover is eliminated by preventing the influence of manufacturing allowance of the cell laminated block in the lamination direction on the attachment of the cover.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the fuel cell stack.    Cell laminated block (1)    End plate (4)    Heat insulation block (5)    Cover (6)    MEA (11)    Separator (13)
NOVELTY - A negative electrode active material (10) comprises carbon-type particles (12) which hold lithium ion, and surface film (14) containing lithium titanate which coats carbon-type particle.    USE - A negative electrode active material for lithium ion secondary battery used for vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The negative electrode active material is excellent in temperature characteristic, has high capacity, and prevents spontaneous solid electrolyte interface (SEI) production resulting from reductive cleavage of electrolyte solution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) method of manufacturing negative electrode active material; and    (2) lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the negative electrode active material.    Negative electrode active material (10)    Carbon-type particles (12)    Surface film (14)
NOVELTY - An inner active material layer (12) which consists of primary active material is positioned inside the area direction of a battery electrode (10). An outer active material layer (13) which consists of secondary active material is positioned on outer side of area direction of the battery electrode. The electrical resistance value of secondary active material is higher than primary active material.    USE - Battery electrode for lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) for motor used in electric vehicle e.g. car (from drawings). Can also be used in motor vehicle, hybrid motor vehicle, parallel hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the outer active material layer containing secondary active material is positioned on outer side of area direction of electrode, the operability of secondary battery is improved even in low temperature environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic and cross-sectional view of active layer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery electrode (10)    Collector (11)    Inner active material layer (12)    Outer active material layer (13)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has electrochemical units (2) and heat sinks (4) which are arranged alternately. A resin made insulation partition plates (3) are attached or welded with both sides of heat sinks, such that electrochemical units and heat sinks are electrically insulated. The radiation fins (5) are connected with upper end of heat sinks.    USE - Electrochemical device module for supplying power to electric equipment used in portable apparatus and vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The insulation property and electrical resistance gas-liquid property can be improved by attaching insulation partition plates with both sides of heat sinks. The heat from electrochemical unit can be dissipated efficiently. The structure of module can be simplified at low cost. The damage of electrochemical unit due to vibration or impact can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of electrochemical device module.    Electrochemical device module (1)    Electrochemical units (2)    Partition plates (3)    Heat sinks (4)    Radiation fins (5)
NOVELTY - A coating liquid contains carbon finer, fluorine-containing ion exchange resin, and dispersion medium. The carbon fiber has the average fiber diameter of 1-20 mu m and the mean fiber length of 100-500 mu m.    USE - Coating liquid is used for forming gas diffusion layer for polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to power supply of motor vehicles, dispersion electric power generation system, portable electric power generation system and domestic co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The gas diffusion layer formed using coating liquid has high productivity and efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation method of gas diffusion layer (14) for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Anode (10)    Catalyst layer (12,22)    Gas diffusion layer (14,24)    Polymer electrolyte membrane (30)    Separator (40)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a holding unit (30) has a boss (35) that is positioned within an opening (32) formed between an end plate (16) and a cell laminated structure (22). A load adjustable screw (41) is fixed within the boss so as to contact the projection (28) of a spring box (27). Flanges (36) are extended in the radial direction from the boss so as to contact the end plate and the cell structure.    USE - Solid polymer fuel cell for electric vehicle. Can also be used in robot, vessel, aircraft and electric power generation system used in residential building.    ADVANTAGE - The force applied on the load adjustable screw is transmitted to the end plate. The bending moment of flange is reduced and the deformation of holding unit is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the fuel cell.    End plate (16)    Cell laminated structure (22)    Spring box (27)    Projection (28)    Holding unit (30)    Opening (32)    Boss (35)    Flange (36)    Load adjustable screw (41)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (100) has a laminated structure (10) comprising several membrane electrode assemblies (11) and several separators (12) laminated by turns. An end plate (20) clamps the laminated structure in the lamination direction of the electrode assemblies and separators. A center convex region (21) is formed in one surface of the end plate by stacking several plate-shaped sheets.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The rigidity of the end plate can be improved, and deformation of the end plate can be suppressed by providing the convex region, so that fall of the contact pressure of the end plate with respect to the laminated structure can be suppressed, and the decline in the electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell by deformation of the end plate can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views of the fuel cell and the end plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Laminated structure (10)    Membrane electrode assembly (11)    Separator (12)    End plate (20)    Center convex region (21)    Fuel cell (100)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (FC) has laminated object stacked with fuel cell units (CL). A rigid element (EPIA) includes hollow portion (PPT) to clamp laminated object along lamination direction of fuel cell units. The rigid element includes several adjacent cylindrical hollow pipes (PP) positioned in parallel with respect to each other.    USE - Solid polymer type fuel cell mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The rigidity of the fuel cell can be improved without increasing the weight of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell unit (CL)    Rigid element (EPIA)    Fuel cell (FC)    Cylindrical hollow pipe (PP)    Hollow portion (PPT)
NOVELTY - A metal casing (10) comprising a mixture (13) of magnetic powder, heat-conductive conductive powder and resin, has an inner bottom surface coated with a heat-conductive sheet. A bottom portion of a coil is positioned on center portion of the casing through the insulating sheet.    USE - Reactor apparatus for hybrid vehicle, solar energy power generation system and power conditioner.    ADVANTAGE - Since the bottom portion of the coil is bonded thermally on the bottom of metal casing through the highly heat conductive insulating sheet, the copper loss of the coil is thermally radiated efficiently. Since the metal casing is coated with insulating sheet, the insulating film of coil does not separate by sliding with the casing. Thus the long term deterioration of reactor characteristic is suppressed. Since the surrounding side of the coil is flattened, the area adjoining the case is large and the cooling capability is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of reactor apparatus.    Metal casing (10)    Electrode terminal (12)    Mixture (13)    Rector apparatus (20)
NOVELTY - A carbon black (in weight parts) (2-30) is mixed with pitch (100 weight parts), is heat-processed at 500-800 degrees C, subjected to pulverization process, washed using solvent, separated and dried, to obtain electrode active material.    USE - Manufacture of electrode active material for electrical double layered capacitor for electrical storage device of hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically provides electrode active material having high electrostatic capacitance, and reduced electrode expansion by electrolysis activation and change in volume, without performing alkali activation treatment. The electrical double layered capacitor containing electrode active material has high energy density.
NOVELTY - The unit has a generator made of stainless steel and fastened to a carrier housing bottom. The unit is installed in a compact design in a complete aluminum upper carrier housing (1). A tank system is fastened to the upper carrier housing, which is attached to an electronic controller (18) at a right-hand side by a water tank (14). The unit decomposes distilled water into hydrogen and oxygen using a fuel cell according to an electrolysis method, where the distilled water is collected as oxyhydrogen-gas in the tank.    USE - Motor vehicle hydrogen supply unit.    ADVANTAGE - The unit is designed such that gasoline and/or diesel consumption is reduced between 20-70 percentages, depending on a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a motor vehicle hydrogen supply unit.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Housing (1)    Air line (2)    Oxyhydrogen gas outlet (4)    Water tank (14)    Electronic controller (18)
NOVELTY - The stopper (1) has a connection part (8) extending from a sealing surface section (6) to a contact surface of a valve body (2). The connection part exhibits a recess (13) adjacent to a valve opening region of the section, such that a radial distance of the connection part to an adjacent outer edge of the section within the region of the recess is larger than radial distance in the rest of the regions, and the connection part forms no contact for the section in the region of the recess, and the section has a circulating beaded rim (7) on its surface provided for attachment to a contact edge.    USE - Valve-stopper for sealing a container opening with a valve body attachable on the container opening and for closing of filling and control openings of batteries e.g. lead-acid batteries, for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The connection part exhibits the recess adjacent to the valve opening region of the section, such that the radial distance of the connection part to the adjacent outer edge of the section within the region of the recess is larger than the radial distance in the rest of the regions, and the connection part forms no contact for the section in the region of the recess, and the section exhibits the circulating beaded rim on its surface provided for attachment to the contact edge, thus sealing a container opening with the valve body in a reliable manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a valve stopper for screwing into a double cover of a lead battery.    Valve-stopper (1)    Valve body (2)    Integral valve element (3)    Sealing surface section (6)    Circulating beaded rim (7)    Connection part (8)    Recess (13)
NOVELTY - The concept involves utilizing water filled in a water tank as initial exclusive primary energy. A vehicle body is equipped with a photovoltaic module. The water is split into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis, where the oxygen is discharged into environment. The hydrogen obtained from the water serves as energy for operating a hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell that converts chemical energy into electrical energy. The converted electrical energy serves as an energy source for operating an electric motor.    USE - Drive-development concept of an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drive concept actively improves the air conditioning by oxygen production and actively eliminates air pollution. The oxygen is discharged into environment, so that a vehicle effectively improves the environmental air conditioning.
NOVELTY - The system has multiple fuel cells, and a fluid control device comprising a current divider and a current combiner. The fuel cells are arranged between the current divider and the current combiner in a stacked manner, where the current divider or the current combiner comprises an inlet, an outlet and a flow channel that is connected with the inlet and the outlet. A flow buffer region is formed at a position in the flow channel, where the flow buffer region is provided at a different horizontal plane with the inlet. The fuel cells are connected with outlets.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell is directly blocked in the fluid control device without connecting through the pipes, thus reducing liquid leakage. The system is convenient to assemble.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The system has an additional-branch single-way valve (404) whose air inlet is connected to a tube by an air-supply device (402) and a humid-enthalpy switch device (403). An air outlet of an electromagnetic valve (406) is connected with the tube by the humid-enthalpy switch device and a fuel-cell stack (1). An interface of an air storage device (405) i.e. air storage tank, is connected with an air outlet of a fast-assembling air pre-charge valve (408). An air inlet of the pre-charge valve is formed as a connection port for supplying pressure air on an outer part of the system.    USE - Fuel-cell engine system.    ADVANTAGE - The system prevents utilization of an extra high-voltage power supply, and has wide application range. The system is inexpensive, simple in structure, convenient to produce, convenient, safe and reliable to use and operate and occupies less space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for starting a fuel-cell engine system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel-cell engine system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel-cell stack (1)    Air-supply device (402)    Humid-enthalpy switch device (403)    Additional-branch single-way valve (404)    Air storage device (405)    Electromagnetic valve (406)    Fast-assembling air pre-charge valve (408)
NOVELTY - The preparation device has a constant-flux pump, a reactor, two platinum electrodes, an electrochemical potentiostat and a product collecting container. The constant-flux pump has an input end connected to the reacting liquid inlet and an output end connected to the input end of the reactor. The output end of the reactor is connected to the product collecting container. The two platinum electrodes are embedded into the reactor. Reacting liquid flows between the two platinum electrodes. The two platinum electrodes are respectively connected to the electrochemical potentiostat.    USE - Preparation device for carbon carried platinum nanometer catalyst (claimed) used in fuel cell and electrosynthesis field.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a preparation method of carbon carried platinum nanometer catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of the preparation device of carbon carried platinum nanometer catalyst.
NOVELTY - The device has a housing mounting plate (1) whose internal side is fixed with an electromagnetic fixing frame (6) through a bolt. An integrated guide way groove (7) and an integrated lead trough are located on the electromagnetic fixing frame. Stator permanent magnets (2) are fixed on the electromagnetic fixing frame. The stator permanent magnets are divided into two groups and four rows to form a magnetic field. A lead is connected with external leads through the lead trough and connected with a vehicle-mounted storage battery to form a closed circuit through a transforming system.    USE - Vehicle i.e. car (claimed), mounted wind power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The device is mounted on frame of the windward surface of the vehicle, so that the device generates current while driving, and stores the current in the storage battery. The device has wide range of application.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a vehicle mounted wind power generating device.    Housing mounting plate (1)    Stator permanent magnets (2)    Vane (3)    Electromagnetic fixing frame (6)    Integrated guide way groove (7)
NOVELTY - The system has a switch (K1) whose output is connected with a discharging unit (4) in parallel and electrically coupled with a power supply grid (6). A set of detection interfaces of a CPU (5) e.g. single chip machine, is electrically connected with an energy-storing capacitor (2), charging unit (3), discharging unit, voltage detection unit (7) and a current detection unit (8). A set of control interfaces of the CPU is electrically coupled with the charging unit, the discharging unit and the power supply grid.    USE - Power supply control system for an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system is simple in structure, and has rapid auxiliary power supply response and low manufacturing cost. The system is fit for different electric vehicles using the storage battery as the power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a power supply control system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Switch (K1)    Energy-storing capacitor (2)    Charging unit (3)    Discharging unit (4)    Central processing unit (5)    Power supply grid (6)    Voltage detection unit (7)    Current detection unit (8)
NOVELTY - The handle has two ring connecting ends respectively pivoted with two electric bicycle frame connecting components via a rotating shaft. An inserting bar lock is fixed on the electric bicycle frame connecting components. The inserting bar lock is inserted into the electric bicycle frame connecting components via an inserting bar, and the ring is locked with an inserting hole. The electric bicycle frame connecting components are respectively fixed at two sides of an electric bicycle frame through blocking a battery.    USE - Theft-proof rotating handle for an electric bicycle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The handle is crossed on the upper side of the battery to block the battery on the electric bicycle frame, thus avoiding the battery from being drawn out, and hence effectively preventing the battery from stealing. The handle can be changed into a rotating handle to utilize, and occupies less space. The handle is simple in structure, inexpensive and easy to manufacture, and has wide use range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric bicycle battery theft-proof rotating handle in partial section.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has an integrated type dynamo set electrically connected with a motor and a battery set, and a storage box whose inner bottom part is upwards set with multiple fixed pins. A base of the dynamo set comprises multiple fixing holes corresponding to the fixed pins, where the fixing holes are selectively sleeved on the fixed pins of the storage box to combine the dynamo set with the vehicle as electric power source, or the fixing holes are not sleeved on the fixed pins in order to separate the dynamo set from the vehicle as an ordinary movable generating device.    USE - Electric motor vehicle i.e. scooter (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The dynamo set can be attached to or removed from the vehicle in a quick manner. The dynamo set can be utilized as electric power source of the vehicle, and can be utilized as the ordinary movable generating device for lighting in a camp during emergency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The silencer has a dead air inlet pipe (2) connected with a tail pipe of an internal combustion engine (1). The dead air inlet pipe is fixed with a turbine (4), where the turbine is connected with an exhaust pipe (3). A turbine shaft (5) of the turbine drives a generator (6) to generate electricity. The turbine includes an impeller (8) mounted in a spiral case (7). The dead air inlet pipe enters the spiral case from a tangential direction. A blade of the impeller is provided with a sound absorbing coating.    USE - Power generation silencer for an internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The silencer eliminates noise when the silencer effectively uses high temperature and high pressure generated by the engine and converts the high temperature and high pressure into electric energy to be stored.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a power generation silencer for an internal combustion engine.    Internal combustion engine (1)    Dead air inlet pipe (2)    Exhaust pipe (3)    Turbine (4)    Turbine shaft (5)    Generator (6)    Spiral case (7)    Impeller (8)
NOVELTY - A microporous membrane comprises polyolefin resin, modified polyolefin and filler. The content rate of filler is more than 10 mass% and 80 mass% or less with respect to gross mass of microporous membrane.    USE - Microporous membrane is used for separator for storage battery (claimed). Can also be used for fuel cell, humidification membrane and filtration membrane.    ADVANTAGE - The microporous membrane has excellent reliability heat resistance for long period of time.
NOVELTY - Gold-chalcogen type ion obtained by adding chalcogenide to gold compound solution is contacted with a carrier and the ions are adsorbed on the carrier. The gold chalcogenide is precipitated on the carrier surface by making the solution acidic. The carrier is baked and gold nanoparticles are deposited on the carrier surface after separating the carrier.    USE - Method for dispersing and fixing gold nanoparticles on carrier used in catalyst used as oxidation catalyst and reduction catalyst (all claimed). Can also be used as hydrogenation catalyst, pigment, coloring agent, electroconductive agent, detection element, decoration material, dental material, electronic circuit material, catalyst for purifying exhaust gas and catalyst for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The gold nanoparticles are dispersed and fixed on the carrier by a simple process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view of the method for dispersing and fixing gold nanoparticles on carrier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A polymeric electrolytic composition comprises hydrocarbon type polyelectrolyte having ion exchange group and high molecular compound containing repeating unit having N-hydroxy imide structure.    USE - Polymeric electrolytic composition for polymer electrolyte membrane and catalyst layer of membrane-electrode assembly used in polymer electrolyte fuel cells (all claimed) used in electric equipment industry and automobile industry.    ADVANTAGE - The polymeric electrolytic composition provides fuel cells having excellent electric power generation performance and improved lifetime. The polymer electrolyte membrane produced using the composition has favorable radical tolerance.
NOVELTY - A composite electrode has active material layer containing complex of thiophene oligomer(s) and carbon nanotube(s). The thiophene oligomer has polymerization degree of 4-20. The carbon nanotube has specific surface area of 600-2600 m2/g.    USE - Composite electrode is used for, electric double layer capacitor, electrochemical capacitor and secondary battery (all claimed) such as lithium ion battery used as motor drive power supply of electric vehicle, gasoline-powered car and diesel car.    ADVANTAGE - The composite electrode has reduced impedance characteristics, and provides electrochemical capacitor having high capacitance, operating voltage and energy density.
NOVELTY - Preparing a fluorosulfonylimide salt compound (I) comprises reacting a fluoride compound containing element of group 11-15 and/or period 4-6 (excluding arsenic and antimony) with a chlorosulfonylimide compound (A1) to obtain (I).    USE - The method is useful for preparing (I), which is useful as a material of an ion conductor constituting electrochemical devices such as a primary battery, batteries having a charge/discharge mechanism such as a lithium (ion) secondary battery and a fuel cell, an electrolytic capacitor, an electric double layer capacitor, a solar battery and an electrochromic display device. (I) and (A2) are useful as an electrolyte for a lithium secondary battery and a capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides (I) more safely, rapidly and efficiently. (I) provides electrochemical devices that can withstand for use over a long period of time. The production of by-products in the method is suppressed without using an expensive fluorinating agent having high toxicity such as antimony or arsenic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preparing a fluorosulfonylimide salt compound of formula ((R1)(F-S(O)2-N-S(O)2-R4)m) (I) comprises reacting a fluoride compound containing element of group 11-15 and/or period 4-6 (excluding arsenic and antimony) with a chlorosulfonylimide compound formula (Cl-S(O)2-NH-S(O)2-R3) (A1) to obtain (I).    R1 = elements of group 11-15 and/or period 4-6 (excluding As and Sb);    R3 = F, Cl or 1-6C fluorinated alkyl;    R4 = F or 1-6C fluorinated alkyl; and    m = 2-3.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) the fluorosulfonylimide salt compound (I);    (2) a substituted fluorosulfonylimide salt of formula ((R2)(F-S(O)2-N-S(O)2-R4)l) (A2); and    (3) an organic salt of fluorosulfonylimide compound of formula ((R5)(F-S(O)2-N-S(O)2-R4)n) (A3).    R2 = H+ or metal ion other than R1;    R5 = onium cation;    n = 1-3 and corresponds to a valence of onium cation; and    l = 1-3.
NOVELTY - The battery pack has a battery cell (200) including electrode terminals inside an electrode assembly sealed with up with an electrolyte. A protection circuit module (PCM) including a printed circuit board (PCB) is mounted on upper side of battery cell. An insulating cap (501) is mounted on the top end of battery cell. The electrode terminal connection element of battery cell and the connection terminal of PCM are connected and welded through an opening portion of the insulating cap.    USE - Secondary battery pack e.g. angular type lithium secondary battery pack for electronic product, mobile apparatus and hybrid electric vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - The connection between the PCM and battery cell is performed easily through the insulating cap, so that assembling process of battery is simplified and the productive efficiency of the battery is improved. The battery safety is ensured and the service lifetime of the battery is prolonged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating the mounting process of insulating cap on the battery cell of secondary battery pack.    Battery cell (200)    Insulating cap (501)    Task shutting openings (550,560)    Side caps (600,620)
NOVELTY - The hybrid generator has the cylindrical units (11) that are arranged on a base structure (10) such that a generation coil (12) is wound around the cylinder units. The ends of a coupling rod (14) are connected to a piston (13) installed in cylinder unit and tire (900). An electric wire portion (17) and a slip ring (19a) are arranged on the lower surface of cylinder unit. The compressed air is generated upon oscillation of piston such that electric energy is generated in coupling rod when the rod contacts the tire at the time of driving operation.    USE - Hybrid generator for vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - Since the compressed air is generated along with the generation of the electric energy, the consumption of the fuel at the time of the driving operation is reduced so that the environment contamination due to excessive discharge of the fuel can be suppressed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of hybrid generator.    Base structure (10)    Cylindrical unit (11)    Generation coil (12)    Piston (13)    Coupling rod (14)    Electric wire portion (17)    Slip ring (19a)    Tire (900)
NOVELTY - The regulator (A) has housing (100) that is provided with a pressure chamber. Input port and output port are connected with the pressure chamber. An orifice hole is connected to the input port. An air input port is formed in the housing. A pressure control valve (400) is provided at the end of a lever (300) to open and close the orifice hole according to the variation of pressure in the air input port.    USE - Regulator for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The supply of hydrogen to the fuel cell can be performed smoothly even if the vehicle is traveling at high-speed. The damage to the fuel cell stack due to the leakage of hydrogen can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the regulator.    Housing (100)    Controlling mechanism (200)    Lever (300)    Pressure control valve (400)    Regulator (A)
NOVELTY - The support has ports rapidly exchanging small batteries that are aligned in a row under side doors and front bumper of an electric motor vehicle i.e. car, where the batteries are made of PTFE. Two switching circuit arrangements maintain access to luggage and engine compartments, and use a large potential space under a floor of the motor vehicle. Replaceable batteries are accessed through hatches that are provided behind a swinging rear bumper of the motor vehicle, where the hatches are made of steel, polymer, fiberglass, carbon and aluminum alloys.    USE - Retractable support for utilizing underfloor space for batteries in an electric motor vehicle i.e. car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The support can be manufactured at low cost. The replaceable batteries are accessed through the hatches that are provided behind the swinging rear bumper of the motor vehicle, so that a driver and passenger compartment can be accessed in safe manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for facilitating a sliding removal and insertion of batteries    (2) a waterproofing method for sealing hatches    (3) an electrical insulation comprising a central axial air-cooling duct system    (4) an extra-vehicular battery support comprising a external battery support    (5) a safety and security method for securing batteries    (6) a system for monitoring an electrical circuit routing comprising batteries    (7) a battery temperature control method for cooling batteries    (8) a machine for production of ducting and combined vehicle floor-battery housing structure    (9) an integrated solar panels, recharging modes comprising multiple battery charging housings    (10) a backup system for low solar power generation and emergencies    (11) a kit for providing extra battery space on existing electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a retractable support of a motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The battery module (100) has several cylindrical batteries (101) which are connected in series using ring-shaped concentrator sleeve. The ring-shaped concentrator sleeve has cathode cell sleeve and anode cell sleeve which are positioned on upper and lower portions of cap assembly of the battery. The cathode module sleeve and anode module sleeve with flange portions of the concentrator sleeve, are positioned corresponding to the cathode and anode cell sleeves respectively.    USE - Battery module for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV).    ADVANTAGE - The electrical resistance of the battery module and the concentrator sleeve can be reduced, and the protection against the electrical shock can be improved reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery module.    Battery module (100)    Cylindrical battery (101)    Ends of battery module (160,170)
NOVELTY - The method involves determining (S6) the temperature of battery surroundings equipped on a vehicle by a temperature sensor. The temperature of the battery fluid, filled inside the battery, is estimated with an estimation equation using detection temperature, an estimation result and an estimated fixed number. The estimation result is compared (S7) with the detection temperature using the present estimation.    USE - Method for estimating temperature of battery fluid.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves determining the temperature of battery surroundings equipped on a vehicle by a temperature sensor, where the temperature of the battery fluid, filled inside the battery, is estimated with an estimation equation using detection temperature, an estimation result and an estimated fixed number, and hence enables to estimate the temperature of the battery fluid at high density.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a battery fluid temperature estimating method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Determining temperature of battery surroundings equipped on vehicle by temperature sensor (S6)    Comparing estimation result with detection temperature using present estimation (S7)
NOVELTY - The method involves storing vehicle velocity in preset time. The vehicle velocity in preset second is stored after sampling each time during the drive state of vehicle, if the sampling frequency is selected to compute neural network weight, so as to compute set of velocity values. The parameters of drive state of vehicle are calculated based on set of velocity values, average and maximum acceleration, so as to substitute the computed result in neural network to identify the present drive state of vehicle.    USE - Method for identifying drive state of hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drive state of vehicle can be identified effectively by rationally and effectively adjusting the parameters of the vehicle. Fuel economy and emission property of the vehicle can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram for identifying drive state of hybrid electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - An electrode active material consists of poly 9,9-bis(alkoxy carbonyl)fluorene.    USE - Electrode active material is used for electrode of secondary battery, electrical double layer capacitor and electrochemical capacitor (all claimed). Can also be used as power supply for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode active material has high capacitance with respect to n-doping and p-doping. The electrode containing electrode active material has high operating voltage. The electrochemical element equipped with the electrode has high energy density and high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode which has an active material layer containing electrode active material.
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery comprises positive electrode which has layer structure with lithium containing transition metal oxide as positive electrode active material, negative electrode which contains compound with silicon (Si) and oxygen (O) in constituent element where atomic ratio (x) of O with respect to Si is 0.5-1.5 and electroconductive material, and nonaqueous electrolyte which contains siloxane derivative.    USE - A nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. coin-shaped, button shape, sheet form, laminated type, cylinder shape, flat form and square shape for electric vehicle and power supply of small and multifunctional portable apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery has high capacity and favorable charging/discharging cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery comprises positive electrode which has layer structure with lithium containing transition metal oxide as positive electrode active material, negative electrode which contains compound with silicon (Si) and oxygen (O) in constituent element where atomic ratio (x) of O with respect to Si is 0.5-1.5 and electroconductive material, and nonaqueous electrolyte which contain siloxane derivative of formula R1-Si(R2)(R3)-O-(CH2-CH2-O)n-CH3.    R1-R3=H or 1-4C alkyl which may have a halogenated group; and    n=0-10.
NOVELTY - A metallic bipolar plate has a surface layer structure containing sequential lamination of nitrogen implanted layer (11) and iron oxide surface oxidation layer (12) formed on the surface of the stainless steel base material (10). The nitrogen implanted layer is formed by plasma nitridation process, and surface oxidation layer is formed by surface oxidation and reduction processes.    USE - Metallic bipolar plate is used for fuel cell for power supply of domestic use, vehicles, and electrical and electronic portable devices. Uses include but are not limited to sports utility vehicles, buses, trucks, boats, ships, aircraft, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, plug-in-hybrid vehicles and hydrogen-powered vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The metallic bipolar plate has improved electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A metallic plate has a surface layer structure containing sequential lamination of nitrogen implanted layer and iron oxide (Fe3O4) surface oxidation layer on the surface of the stainless steel base material. The nitrogen implanted layer is formed by plasma nitridation process, and iron oxide (Fe3O4) surface oxidation layer is formed by surface oxidation and reduction processes. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of surface layer of metallic bipolar plate for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of process of forming surface layer structure of the metallic bipolar plate.    Stainless steel base material (10)    Nitrogen implantation layer (11)    Pores (11a)    Surface oxidation layer (12)
NOVELTY - A tin acetate, and monoammonium phosphate or diammonium phosphate are subjected to solid-phase reaction as acid alkali reaction, to obtain tin phosphate.    USE - Synthesis of tin phosphate. Uses include but are not limited to proton conductor, battery active material, glass material for electrodes, and coating material.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides tin phosphate with high density and improved sinterability.
NOVELTY - Process of producing and storing electrical energy using a metal molecular complex, which is derived from benzoic acid comprising benzoic hydrazide type organic ligand, is claimed.    USE - The process is useful for producing and storing electrical energy using metal complexes.    ADVANTAGE - The process is capable of simply and economically producing and storing electrical energy using metal complexes in an ecofriendly manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a device for producing and storing electrical energy using metal molecular complex comprising benzoic hydrazide type organic ligand.
NOVELTY - The lead storage battery has a synthetic resin lid (2) which covers an upper opening of battery case provided with cell chamber. An upper lid (9) is covered on upper surface of resin lid so as to close recess formed in downward direction. The lower portions (4B) of positive and negative electrode terminals (4) are embedded and the upper portions are protruded at respective positions on resin lid. The projections (6T, 7T) are formed at resin lid portions from which upper portions of terminals are protruded and near respective portions.    USE - Lead storage battery for two-wheeled motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of resin portions formed on front and back surfaces of lid and deformation of lid can be suppressed by forming projections at resin lid portions from which upper portions of terminals are protruded. Thus flow of electrolyte solution into upper surfaces of lid and bushing can be prevented, the electric pole can be smoothly inserted into bushing and the nut can be easily guided into desired location. The storage battery can be manufactured easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the terminal of lead storage battery.    Synthetic resin lid (2)    Terminals (4)    Lower portions (4B)    Projections (6T, 7T)    Upper lid (9)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has voltage detecting units (24-1-24-6) for relaying voltage information mutually and respectively connected in series through relay signal lines (Sb1-1-Sb1-6), where the units respectively display voltage between terminals of battery blocks (B1-B6) via the relay lines. A voltage information gathering unit (26) receives an input for the information when outputting a voltage request signal to the units via an output-signal line (So1). The input for the information from the detecting units connected to an output-signal line (So2) is received via an input-signal line (Si1).    USE - Apparatus for measuring voltage between terminals of a battery block of an electric vehicle (claimed) i.e. hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus permits the output-signal line with an alternative route for acquiring the voltage information of the battery blocks route even when a malfunction arises in the voltage detecting units.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electric vehicle comprising a control unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a voltage measuring apparatus with a voltage-measurement unit utilized for measuring a battery voltage of a secondary battery among functional blocks with which an interior of a battery ECU is provided.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery blocks (B1-B6)    Relay signal lines (Sb1-1-Sb1-6)    Input-signal line (Si1)    Output-signal lines (So1, So2)    Voltage detecting units (24-1-24-6)    Voltage information gathering unit (26)
NOVELTY - A catalyst is a complex oxide comprising transition metal element, oxygen element, and alkali metal or alkaline-earth metal.    USE - Catalyst is used for air electrode compound material for air cell (both claimed) e.g. lithium secondary battery used for vehicle mounting, fixed type power supply and domestic use power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The air cell using the catalyst has excellent output characteristics and cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) air electrode compound material; and    (2) air cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic view of air cell.    Negative electrode collector (2)    Negative electrode layer (3)    Air electrode layer (4)    Air electrode mesh (5)    Air electrode collector (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has an air intake duct provided in the lower surface side of a battery box (2), for sucking cool air fed from a fan duct (4) from the side facing the discharge port of battery box and feeding the air into the battery box. A centrifugal fan (7) is provided in the fan duct such that the center of blower outlet comes to the center of width direction of the fan duct, to make the flow rate distribution of cooling air uniform.    USE - Battery apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The batteries accommodated in the battery box can be cooled uniformly using the centrifugal fan.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of battery apparatus.    Battery apparatus (1)    Battery box (2)    Fan duct (4)    Battery (5)    Centrifugal fan (7)
NOVELTY - A sulfonium salt (I or II), is new.    USE - Novel sulfonium salt used in electrolyte solution for electrical storage devices such as electrical double layer capacitors (all claimed), lithium secondary batteries, lithium ion secondary batteries, fuel cells and dye-sensitized solar cells used as power supply for electronic devices, electric power storage and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfonium salt provides electrical storage devices having excellent low temperature performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sulfonium salt of formula: R1-S+(-R2)-R3 Y'- (I) or of formula (II), is new.    R1-R4=1-6C monovalent organic group;    Y'-=monovalent anion;and    n=2-5.    All of R1-R3 are not organic groups simultaneously. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrolyte solution for electrical storage devices, which contains the sulfonium salt and non-aqueous organic solvent; and    (2) electrical double layer capacitor, which contains a pair of polarizing electrode, separator interposed between the electrodes and the electrolyte solution.
NOVELTY - The plug-connection has a plug (1), which has a locating bushing as cable receiver for a cable strand (5). A press ring (9) is arranged under an overmold before an end of cable insulation (3). The press ring encloses the cable insulation and is mechanically pressed from two sides, so that it deforms the cable insulation in elastically and tightly laces permanently a shielding meshwork, a strand insulation and the cable strand.    USE - Plug-connection for high voltage wires for electric and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The press ring encloses the cable insulation and is mechanically pressed from two sides, so that it deforms the cable insulation in elastically and tightly laces permanently a shielding meshwork, a strand insulation and the cable strand, and thus ensures that plug-connection resists increased requirements with respect to compactness at the cable side of the plug.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of a plug with a press ring around end portion of a cable insulation of a high voltage cable.    Plug (1)    High voltage cable (2)    Cable insulation (3)    Cable strand (5)    Press ring (9)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a glass support made of Pyrex (RTM: glassware), Duran (RTM: glassware), and ceramic. A micro or nano system (1) is mounted on one of the glass support and is bonded by performing heating treatment to the glass support, such that the system is circumferentially supported within the confinement of the glass support. The heat treatment is carried out at a temperature in the range of 400-800 degrees C for 10 minutes to 10 hours.    USE - Method for making glass supported micro or nano system mounted on glass tube in gas permeation device, Swagelok (RTM: fluid or gas system component), fluid filtration device, safety valve, pressure sensor, drug delivery or sample extraction device, atomization device, emulsion device, fuel cell, reactor, and flow sensor (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Assures hermetic sealing even at high temperatures and pressures of operation. Standard connectors like from Swagelok can be used to easily interface the supported system to the desired equipment, with negligible load on the bond interface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for glass supported macro or nano system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the standard Swagelok connected to a glass supported system.    Micro system (1)    Glass tube (2)    Micromechanical system (3)    Ferrule grip (4)    Swagelok (5)
NOVELTY - Method for fuel cell catalyst preparation includes preparation of chloroplatinic acid solution or preparation of the mixture of chloroplatinic acid with metal salts in water-organic solvent containing nonaqueous component in amount up to 95%, its mixing with carbon powder, ultrasonic dispergation of the obtained mixture and chemical reducing of platinum compound and other alloy component.    USE - Chemistry.    ADVANTAGE - Implementation of the process in absence of the reagents enabling the negative affect to performance stability of catalysts based on platinum alloys and possibility to obtain the catalysts with prescribed values of structure characteristics. 16 cl, 1 tbl, 17 ex, 6 dwg
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (100) has membrane electrode assembly (110) to convert chemical energy into electrical energy. An end plate (120) containing coupling hole (122) is stacked on one surface of the MEA. Another end plate (130) is stacked on the other surface of MEA. The protrusion (132) is formed in the end plate (130) such that the protrusion penetrates into the coupling hole of the end plate (120) and end surface of the protrusion penetrates the surface of the end plate (120) to couple the end plates.    USE - Fuel cell for portable electronic apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The contact resistance between the elements is reduced and the leakage of the fuel is prevented. The end plates and the MEA are arranged easily such that the reproducibility and the repetition for mass production are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell (100)    MEA (110)    End plates (120,130)    Coupling hole (122)    Protrusion (132)
NOVELTY - The Solid type lithium secondary cell has electrode layers (22,24) that are formed on the both surfaces of a solid electrolyte layer (20) respectively. A tubular insulation frame (12) is provided to cover solid electrolyte layer and electrode layers. The negative and positive electrode current collecting plates (14,16) are formed on the respective electrode layers so as to fix with insulating frame.    USE - Solid type lithium secondary cell for battery. Uses include but are not limited to electric motor vehicle, hybrid motor vehicle, notebook personal computer, cellular phone.    ADVANTAGE - The current collecting plates are fixed to insulating frame without using adhesive agent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for production method of solid type lithium secondary cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the solid type lithium secondary cell.    Tubular insulation frame (12)    Negative electrode current collecting plate (14)    Positive electrode current collecting plate (16)    Solid electrolyte layer (20)    Electrode layers (22,24)
NOVELTY - The method involves operating the fuel processor (20) to generate thermal energy. The fuel is heated by the generated thermal energy. The temperature of a fuel cell stack (30) is adjusted to a normal operation temperature. The fuel is heated to a high temperature. The reforming gas is supplied to the fuel cell stack when the temperature of the stack reaches the normal operation temperature.    USE - Method for controlling fuel cell system (claimed) for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The reforming gas is supplied to the fuel cell stack when the temperature of the stack reaches the normal operation temperature. Hence the fuel cell stack can be heated quickly. The consumption of electric energy can be reduced. The cost of the fuel cell system can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel processor (20)    Fuel cell stack (30)    Cooling liquid reservoir (40)    Circulation heating circuit (71)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (110) has a fuel cell stack (114,115) with cathode inlet and anode inlet (114c) through which the oxidant and fuel flows from an oxidant source (126) and fuel source to cathode and anode outlets respectively. A bypass unit is in fluid communication with the fuel source and anode outlet. Another bypass unit is in fluid communication with the oxidant source and cathode outlet. The pressure sensors (112) are connected to bypass units to measure the pressure of the fuel and oxidant respectively.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure sensors are connected with bypass units to measure the pressure of the fuel and oxidant respectively. Hence the presence of the moisture content in the fuel and oxidant can be detected effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for operating fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (110)    Pressure sensors (112)    Fuel cell stack (114,115)    Anode inlet (114c)    Oxidant source (126)
NOVELTY - The energy generating system includes a vehicle with one axle and one wheel. An armature with one conductor is attached to each wheel and one stationary permanent magnet is located in close proximity to each wheel. The conductor cuts through the magnetic field of the magnet as the wheel rotates to generate electricity.    USE - Energy generating system for use in e.g. car, truck as an energy source for the vehicle and also to non-vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Enables vehicles entering and operating within its jurisdiction and such supply of magnetic force, the ability to be mobilized and operate in an environmentally friendly manner and each such vehicle is charged for operating within such territory. Eliminates energy loss at the point of contact to enable efficient production of electrical energy. Enables effective reduction of noise made on contact of the gears particularly spur gears in the vehicle gearbox.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of the generation of energy from spinning axle/wheels of a moving vehicle.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an acquisition unit which acquires electrical storage capacity of battery charged by solar cell. A power estimation acquisition unit acquires battery power information related to solar radiation amount of solar cell. An estimation unit estimates whether battery charge is sufficient for controlling electric equipment of vehicle, from present location to destination. A judging unit determines the charge efficiency of battery based on estimated information.    USE - Apparatus for managing charge of solar cell mounted in vehicle. Can also be used in personal computer, game machine, mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, portable LCD TV and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be charged easily by solar cell. The solar cell can be utilized efficiently and charging of battery can be stopped automatically during full charge condition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining solar cell and charging battery management process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The sensor (40) has housing (81) which is attached to upper portion of hydrogen tank. The detection element (50) and temperature-compensation element (60) are arranged in the bottom portion (84) of gas introduction chamber to detect the concentration of gas. The detection element and temperature-compensation element is covered by a filter (88) comprising a pyramidal portion (92).    USE - Gas sensor such as hydrogen sensor for hydrogen tank of fuel cell system (claimed) used in e.g. electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in airplane, vessel and robot.    ADVANTAGE - Since the housing of gas sensor is attached to upper portion of the hydrogen tank and detection and temperature compensation element are covered by the filter, the accommodation of mud on the sensor is suppressed. The detection accuracy of the sensor is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the structure of the gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Gas sensor (40)    Detection element (50)    Temperature-compensation element (60)    Housing (81)    Bottom portion (84)    Filter (88)    Pyramidal portion (92)
NOVELTY - A relay (4) operates a relay contact (4c) provided in electric circuit which supplies electric power to electric power steering apparatus (20) from a battery (1), according to an opening-closing command. A voltage detector (5) detects the voltage produced for a downstream terminal (4t), and an auxiliary power supply (6) supplies backup electric power to the steering apparatus. A control circuit (7) determines whether the output of the voltage detector has reached predetermined value, in the state in which open circuit command is provided with respect to the relay.    USE - Auxiliary power supply system of electric power steering apparatus mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The welding state of the relay contact can be checked efficiently and correctly, without sudden change in the steering assistance force, even if the steering apparatus is in use, based on the determination result of whether output of downstream terminal voltage detector has reached predetermined value, when open circuit command is provided to the relay.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the auxiliary power supply system of electric power steering apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    Relay (4)    Relay contact (4c)    Downstream terminal (4t)    Voltage detector (5)    Auxiliary power supply (6)    Control circuit (7)    Electric power steering apparatus (20)
NOVELTY - A air conditioning (13) encloses device has vertically arranged air conditioning (AC) radiator (52) that is sorter than the drive train (DT) radiator (41). A heat sinking plane (45a) of the DT radiator has a section protruding in downward direction of the heat sinking plane (55a) of the AC radiator. The up and down regions of the radiators is cooled by the air flow through the airflow guidance portion (81b).    USE - Cooling device for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of cooling device can be improved without deterioration of the fuel consumption of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of front portion of fuel cell vehicle and sectional view of the front portion of fuel cell vehicle.    Power-plant chamber (13)    DT radiator (41)    Heat sinking plane of DT radiator (45a)    AC radiator (52)    Heat sinking plane of AC radiator (55a)    Airflow guidance portion (81b)
NOVELTY - Lithium-ion battery comprises a cathode that includes an active cathode material comprising a cathode mixture comprising a lithium cobaltate and a spinel type lithium manganate, where a weight ratio of lithium cobaltate and lithium manganate is 0.95:0.05 to 0.55:0.45, and a ratio of the mean particle diameter of the lithium cobaltate to the mean particle diameter of the lithium manganate is 1:0.35 to 1:1.4.    USE - The lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are useful as electrical power for battery-powered portable electronic devices, such as cellular telephones, portable computers, camcorders, digital cameras and personal digital assistants. The lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are also useful for hybrid electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The active cathode materials can enable manufacture of large batteries, e.g. batteries larger than the conventional lithium cobalt dioxide-based batteries (e.g. 18650 cells) in volume and/or Ah/cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) forming the lithium-ion battery, comprising (a) forming the active cathode material, (b) forming a cathode electrode with the active cathode material, and (c) forming an anode electrode in electrical contact with the cathode electrode via an electrolyte; and    (2) a battery pack comprising number of cells, where each of the cells includes the active cathode material.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has the driving gears (41,42) that are accommodated in a gear chamber (40) mounted in housing (11). An electric motor (21) is positioned in housing, to drive the rotors (15) positioned in pump chamber (31). A movement partition structure (32) is positioned in housing such that partition structure contacts the rotor based on the pressure generated by gear chamber at the time of motor operation. The pressure generated from gear chamber is stopped so that partition structure is moved away from the rotor while controlling the rotation of the motor.    USE - Fuel supply apparatus e.g. hydrogen pump of fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the movement partition structure is moved away from the rotor while controlling the rotation of the motor, the water retained in the pump chamber can be discharged reliably. Thus, the adherence of the water to the surface of the rotor and the movement partition structure can be prevented so that the deterioration of the rotor of the hydrogen pump can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of internal structure of hydrogen pump. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Housing (11)    Rotor (15)    Electric motor (21)    Pump chamber (31)    Movement partition structure (32)    Gear chamber (40)    Driving gears (41,42)
NOVELTY - A laser light source (7) irradiates laser beam with respect to a sample of substrate (2) with a carbon nanotube provided with a vertical alignment carbon nanotube film (4) on another substrate (3). A photodetector (8) detects the intensity of the laser beam transmitted through the sample. A heater (6) heats the sample. A temperature sensor (9) detects the temperature of the sample. The carbon nanotube is evaluated by detecting the change of the optical absorption by the sample when temperature of the sample is gradually made high.    USE - Carbon nanotube evaluation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The evaluation of the carbon nanotube vertically aligned on the substrate can be performed easily and with high precision. The optical absorption by the carbon nanotube can be detected at high precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for carbon nanotube evaluation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the carbon nanotube evaluation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrates (2,3)    Carbon nanotube film (4)    Heater (6)    Laser light source (7)    Photodetector (8)    Temperature sensor (9)
NOVELTY - The battery has the positive and negative electrode plates (21,22) that are stacked along specific direction, to form an electrode group (25) sealed in battery case (27). The current collection terminal boards (30,31) are arranged at both the ends of electrode group. A protrusion portion (32) is protruded from a welding portion (34) of terminal board such that the welding process is performed through protrusion portion, to connect the current collection terminal board in the inner bottom surface of the battery case.    USE - Cylindrical battery e.g. alkaline storage battery used as power supply for power tool, electric power-assisted bicycle, electrically driven motorcycle, and electric vehicle. Can also be used as lithium ion primary battery, lithium ion secondary battery, nickel cadmium storage battery and nickel hydride storage battery for mobile telephone, audio-video equipment, portable communication device and notebook personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The fall of connection state of the current collection terminal board and the battery case can be prevented reliably even when the excessive vibration is added to the battery case. Thus, the current discharge characteristics of the cylindrical battery is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of cylindrical battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view for cylindrical battery.    Positive electrode plate (21)    Negative electrode plate (22)    Electrode group (25)    Battery case (27)    Current collection terminal boards (30,31)    Protrusion portion (32)    Welding portion (34)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has several battery modules (2a-2t) connected in series between the end plates (5,6) through the connection structures (7) and bolt (8). A liquid junction prevention groove (21) is provided in the vicinity of the both the end plates holding the ends of the battery module along the vertical direction.    USE - Battery pack for vehicle/industrial equipments. Uses include but are not limited to hybrid system of motor vehicle, elevator, farm machine, implement and emergency electric power supply unit.    ADVANTAGE - The formation of liquid junction between the battery modules is prevented by the suitable arrangement of liquid junction prevention groove, even during the leakage of electrolyte solution so as to ensure high safety of battery. The thermal runaway of the battery pack is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the battery pack.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery modules (2a-2t)    End plates (5,6)    Connection structure (7)    Bolt (8)    Fitting hole (10)    Liquid junction prevention groove (21)
NOVELTY - The positive electrode collector (10) comprises a foil-shaped electroconductive base material (12) that is made of aluminum or aluminum alloy. The fluorine ion implantation layers (14) are formed by implanting fluorine ions on the surfaces (16) of electroconductive base material. The depth of fluorine ion implantation layer is 10-100 nm.    USE - Positive electrode collector of positive electrode of lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (all claimed) such as motor vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery for use in personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorine ion implantation layers are formed by implanting fluorine ions on the surfaces of foil-shaped electroconductive base material. Thus corrosion of base material can be prevented by firmly adhering fluorine ion implantation layers. Peeling-off of fluorine ion implantation layers due to expansion and contraction of electrode during charge-discharge process, generation of oxidation current, disassembly of electrolyte solution and fall of battery capacity can be avoided. Favorable battery performance can be achieved with high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) lithium ion secondary battery;    (2) method for manufacturing positive electrode collector; and    (3) method for manufacturing lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the positive electrode.    Positive electrode collector (10)    Electroconductive base foil (12)    Fluorine ion implantation layers (14)    Surfaces (16)    Positive electrode (100)
NOVELTY - An inner side terminal (41) and outer side terminal (46) of electrode terminal (40) are positioned from inner and outer sides of terminal extraction hole (24) respectively. A rivet (44) is penetrated into terminal extraction hole and rivet hole (48), and is made to protrude outside. A sealing element (72) is compressed to fasten inner and outer side terminals by riveting rivet protruding on both sides of sealing element and wall surface, and pressing peripheral portion of rivet hole with press tool (84) while measuring height between to-be fastened regions.    USE - Manufacturing method of closed-type battery such as lithium-ion battery used as power supply for electric motor mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in metallic lithium secondary battery, nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel cadmium battery and electrical double layer capacitor, and for power supply of personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The riveting quality can be improved based on the height measurement result irrespective of the variation of the dimension of the to-be-fastened portion. The deformation of the battery suppressed reliably and the battery can be manufactured stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) closed-type battery; and    (2) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the closed-type battery at the time of manufacturing process.    Electrode terminal (40)    Inner side terminal (41)    Rivet (44)    Outer side terminal (46)    Rivet hole (48)    Sealing element (72)    Press tool (84)
NOVELTY - The closed type battery (10) has battery casing (20) in which an electrode structure (30) and an electrolyte are accommodated. An electrode terminal (40) is integrally formed by electro-conductive metal material and electrically connected to the electrode structure. A terminal extraction hole (24) which is provided in the casing, is penetrated through the casing. A bolt portion (48) is provided in the edge portion of the electrode terminal. The electrode terminal is fixed to the casing by crimping a crimping portion (47) of the electrode structure.    USE - Closed type battery e.g. lithium ion battery for vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode terminal is fixed to the casing by crimping the crimping portion of the electrode structure and hence the connection distance between the closed type battery and the external connection element is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the assembled battery.    Closed type battery (10)    Battery casing (20)    Terminal extraction hole (24)    Electrode structure (30)    Electrode terminal (40)    Crimping portion (47)    Bolt portion (48)
NOVELTY - The battery (100) has an electrode structure (80) that is accommodated in a battery case (50), and is provided with a positive electrode (60) and negative electrode (70). A porous sheet (20) has a retainable pore positioned in electrolyte solution between electrode structure and battery case, and wound along an outer surface (81) of the electrode structure.    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion battery (claimed) and nickel-hydrogen battery for use in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, fuel-cell electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle, and for use in personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - Since the porous sheet is wound along the outer surface of the electrode structure, the volatilization of the electrolyte solution can be suppressed within the battery case and excellent battery output characteristic can be obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery.    Porous sheet (20)    Battery case (50)    Positive electrode (60)    Negative electrode (70)    Electrode structure (80)    Outer surface (81)    Battery (100)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery unit (6) is formed by connecting the several secondary batteries (60A,60B) provided with a cylindrical housing (63) in series. A positive electrode (61) and a negative electrode (62) are provided in the edge portions of housing. A knock out pin (65) of one secondary battery (60A) has a gap in side portion of other secondary battery (60B), when the internal pressure at the side of housing is reduced. The gap is set to displacement amount of knock out pin according to raise of internal pressure of the secondary battery (60A).    USE - Electrical storage apparatus e.g. secondary battery unit for electric power system mounted in vehicle (both claimed) such as fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The increase in load applied to the secondary battery can be reduced and increase in internal pressure of secondary battery can be suppressed efficiently, while improving driving performance of vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the secondary battery unit.    Secondary battery unit (6)    Secondary batteries (60A,60B)    Positive electrode (61)    Negative electrode (62)    Knock out pin (65)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has metal separator (18) that is arranged to oppose a resin frame (36) and is arranged on both sides of membrane electrode assembly (MEA) (40). The resin frame has projection (50) that protrudes at metal separator side in outer edge and inner edge.    USE - Fuel cell used as small power supplies for mobile machines such as mobile telephone and portable personal telephone, motor vehicle and domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - Since the projection is protruded at metal separator side in outer edge and inner edge, the invasion of generated water between metal separator and resin frame can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the single cell of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Metal separator (18)    Single cell (19)    Resin frame (36)    MEA (40)    Projection (50)
NOVELTY - The method involves positioning mat separator in electrode group for accommodating electrolyte solution between positive electrode plate and negative electrode plate. The electrolyte solution is injected from the electrode group into cell (7) after performing pressure-reduction process in inside of the cell.    USE - Method of manufacturing controlling valve type lead storage battery for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The internal short circuit produced between the positive electrode plate and negative electrode plate can be suppressed effectively, and the controlling valve type lead storage battery with high reliability can be obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus of controlling valve type lead storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the manufacturing process of controlling valve type lead storage battery.    Cell (7)    Controlling valve type lead storage battery (8)    Cover (9)    Injection nozzle (10)    Positive electrode terminal (11)
NOVELTY - The lead storage battery has horizontal channel (2) and vertical channel (3) which are formed in pole-plate (1). The horizontal and vertical channels are made to intersect at specific intersection portion (4) so as to form several grooves.    USE - Lead storage battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lead storage battery assembly process can be made easy and the fall of productivity of the battery during peeling of paste paper from the pole-plate can be suppressed. The generation of defect in the pole-plate of the battery can be reduced, and the manufacturing process of the lead storage battery can be performed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of lead storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the pole-plate of the lead storage battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Pole-plate (1)    Horizontal channel (2)    Vertical channel (3)    Intersection portion (4)
NOVELTY - The battery has an electrode group (4a) consisting of positive, negative electrode boards and a separator, which is accommodated in a cell chamber (3a) of a battery case (1). The length of the electrode boards and separator is set to predetermined value, so that the contact area between the electrode group and inner wall of the battery case is increased.    USE - Controlling-valve type lead storage battery used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the contact area between the electrode group and inner wall of the battery case is increased, the temperature variation of the cell chamber can be suppressed reliably and deterioration of each cell of the battery due to the variations in the cell room temperature can be suppressed effectively. The durability of the lead storage battery can be improved reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the lead storage battery.    Battery case (1)    Partition (2)    Cell chambers (3a-3f)    Electrode groups (4a-4f)    Side surface of battery case (5)
NOVELTY - The method involves discharging alkaline storage battery for preset time. The primary voltage measurement is performed with respect to battery after the passage of preset time during which battery is discharged. The secondary voltage measurement of battery is performed after the passage of preset time from primary voltage measurement. The difference of voltages measured in primary and secondary measurement processes are computed and the computed difference is compared with reference value for quality determination of the battery.    USE - Method for testing alkaline storage battery e.g. nickel-hydrogen battery and nickel-cadmium battery for cordless vacuum cleaner, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in power tool and medical fields.    ADVANTAGE - The presence or absence of micro short circuit in alkaline storage battery can be determined precisely without receiving influence of error resulting from the variation in environmental temperature or electric current precision during charging/discharging installation of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the method for testing alkaline storage battery.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell separator has flow paths (9,16) of reactive gas or cooling medium, that is formed by providing sealing material and porous structure on the plate shaped structure. A flow path control element (19) is provided between the porous structures, and included with substance whose elastic property is same as the elastic property of sealing material. A seal reinforcement point (15) is provided in the triangular vertex portion.    USE - Separator for fuel cell of equipment used in vehicle and public facilities.    ADVANTAGE - Height of the flow paths is made uniform, and sealing performance is improved by the usage of sealing material. Performance of the fuel cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view demonstrating the structure of the fuel cell separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Anode gas inlet manifold (2)    Cathode gas outlet manifold (3)    Flow paths (9,16)    Seal reinforcement point (15)    Flow path control element (19)
NOVELTY - The structure has coolant path (13d) that is formed between the electrical storage elements (11). The coolant path (31a) is formed in the exterior side of electrical storage module and along the outer surface of region in which the terminals (11a,11b) of electrical storage elements are located in outer surfaces of the storage module.    USE - Cooling structure of electrical storage apparatus used in vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Elements and the terminals can be cooled effectively. Need for providing separate cooling unit for element and terminals can be eliminated so that size and cost reduction can be enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of the electrical storage apparatus.    Electrical storage element (11)    Terminals of electrical storage element (11a,11b)    Coolant paths (13d,31a)    Air-intake chamber (17)    Bus-bar (19)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell vehicle (1) has a fault detection sensor (4) that measures drive current value and rotational speed of a ventilation fan (5). The ECU (3) controls primary duty ratio of the fan and performs primary determination for determining failure, based on the measured values. The ECU drives the ventilation fan with a high secondary duty ratio, when there is a failure doubt during primary determination. The secondary ratio is set as maximum ratio when the fan is operating at the time of hydrogen leakage.    USE - Electronic control unit (ECU) for ventilation fan for fuel cell system of fuel cell vehicle (both claimed) e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - Since fan for ventilation is driven with a high duty ratio when there is failure doubt during primary determination, faulty operation of the fan during hydrogen leakage can be detected precisely without increasing the power consumption and noise from the fan can be suppressed, also operation check control can be implemented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell vehicle provided with ECU. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Fuel cell system (2)    ECU (3)    Fault detection sensor (4)    Ventilation fan (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has a control unit (5) that controls operation of a back-pressure regulating valve (34) provided in an air discharge flow path (33) for adjusting pressure of oxidation gas in a fuel cell (2). The control unit closes a main stop valve (43) to stop hydrogen supply to fuel cell so that the pressure of hydrogen gas in fuel cell is limited. The control unit opens an off-gas supply valve (61) provided in a connection flow path (60) and an exhaust gas drain valve (47), when the pressure of hydrogen gas in the fuel cell exceeds atmospheric pressure.    USE - Fuel cell system for use as vehicle-mounted electric power generation system of fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV). Can also be used in robot, vessel, aircraft and building.    ADVANTAGE - The off-gas supply valve and exhaust gas drain valve can be opened reliably even when pressure of hydrogen gas in fuel cell exceeds atmospheric pressure. Hence, the backward flow of the hydrogen-off gas and water content from the exhaust gas drain valve can be prevented. The time required for discharging hydrogen gas and water content can be shortened. Deterioration of electrolytic membrane of the fuel cell due to the reaction temperature of hydrogen and oxygen can be avoided. The oxygen, hydrogen gas and water content in the fuel cell can be discharged out within short period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Control unit (5)    Discharge flow path (33)    Back-pressure regulating valve (34)    Main stop valve (43)    Exhaust gas drain valve (47)    Connection flow path (60)    Off-gas supply valve (61)
NOVELTY - Active material layers (12,13) having different heat resistance are arranged between separator (11) and collector (14). Active material layer having low heat resistance is arranged near the collector along thickness direction and active material layer having high heat resistance is arranged near the separator. The active material layer consists of lithium iron phosphate and lithium manganese oxide.    USE - Battery electrode of bipolar type lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (all claimed) e.g. motor vehicle e.g. car (from drawings). Can also be used in hybrid electric vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, series hybrid motor vehicle and parallel hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - High output characteristics can be maintained stably and durability of secondary battery can be improved. Battery excellent in low temperature operability can be obtained. Prolonged reliability and security of battery can be ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic side view of the arrangement of active material layers. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Separator (11)    Active material layers (12,13)    Collector (14)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has electronic control unit (70) that controls fuel cell (11) in fuel cell stack (10) to generate electric power during electric power generation mode. The output detector (53) detects the output current of the fuel cell for every predetermined time. The control unit computes moisture content in cell stack based on output of output detector. The operation mode is transferred from electric power generating mode to moisture content discharge power generating mode normally when computed moisture content in fuel cell stack is more than predetermined value.    USE - Fuel cell system for e.g. electric vehicle such as train. Can also be used in vessel, two-wheeled motor vehicle, household applications, industrial applications and molten metal supply system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the operation mode is transferred from electric power generating mode to moisture content discharge power generating mode when moisture content in fuel cell stack is more than preset value, the energy consumption can be reduced reliably. The moisture content in the fuel cell stack is computed appropriately. The sudden fall of output voltage of fuel cell can be prevented even if large electric power generation requirement exists.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Output detector (53)    Electronic control unit (70)
NOVELTY - The controlling-valve type lead storage battery comprises an end cell (2a) and a center cell (2b) that are arranged in linear form along same direction. The active material ratio of end cell is set 0.05-0.15 times greater than the active material ratio of center cell. The active material ratio is the ratio between amount of negative electrode active materials and amount of positive electrode active materials in each cell.    USE - Controlling-valve type lead storage battery for power supply of electric vehicle such as electrically-driven cart and electric wheelchair.    ADVANTAGE - The active material ratio of end cell is set greater than that of center cell which is arranged in linear form along same direction. The lifetime characteristics of each cell in lead storage battery can be equalized. The capacitance deterioration of negative electrode active material during charging-discharging cycle can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the controlling-valve type lead storage battery.    End cell (2a)    Center cell (2b)    Positive electrode plate (3)    Negative electrode plate (4)    Separator (5)
NOVELTY - An electric power generation unit (5) has a positive electrode layer (2), solid electrolyte membrane (3) and negative electrode layer (4) that are stacked in predetermined order. A bipolar layer (6) is arranged between the electric power generation units. An electric power generation element (8) is accommodated in a battery case (9). The bipolar layer is sealed by a fluid sealing layer (10) consisting of fluid sealing agent.    USE - Solid type battery used as power source of vehicle e.g. motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone and communication apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolysis of the fluid sealing agent can be suppressed effectively and durability of the battery can be improved reliably. The abrupt change of internal pressure inside the battery due to volatilization of the fluid sealing agent can be suppressed efficiently. The contamination of the fluid sealing agent can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solid type battery.    Positive electrode layer (2)    Solid electrolyte membrane (3)    Negative electrode layer (4)    Electric power generation unit (5)    Bipolar layer (6)    Electric power generation element (8)    Battery case (9)    Fluid sealing layer (10)
NOVELTY - The system has an anode and a cathode which are provided on both surfaces of an electrolytic membrane. A fuel cell (10) receives and supplies hydrogen and oxygen to anode and cathode respectively. The oxygen from cathode is made to flow into air supply pipe and air pump (40,42). A voltmeter (50) is provided to detect cathodic potential which is electric potential of cathode. A cathode circulation mechanism (60) is controlled to reduce the oxygen partial pressure of gas that flows into cathode when detected cathodic potential is more than preset electric potential.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The output of fuel cell system and electric power generation performance can be improved rapidly since cathodic potential can be reduced by reducing the oxygen partial pressure of gas in cathode such that deterioration of fuel cell can be suppressed and responsiveness of fuel cell system is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (10)    Air supply pipe (40)    Air pump (42)    Voltmeter (50)    Cathode circulation mechanism (60)
NOVELTY - An unchemically formed paste type positive electrode plate and an unchemically formed paste type negative electrode plate are laminated through a separator, and an electrolyte solution containing phosphoric acid is injected. Graphite is added to active material of positive electrode plate, and battery case is formed to manufacture lead storage battery.    USE - Manufacture of lead storage battery for uninterruptible power system and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The lead storage battery having excellent durability and favorable lightweight property is manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining manufacture of paste-form active material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The closed type battery (10) has a safety valve (26) that is provided along horizontal direction with respect to shaft of winding electrode (12) accommodated in a container (20). The positive and negative electrode protruding portions (34,44) has an end along width direction of positive and negative electrode sheets (30,40) protruded from a negative and positive electrode sheets respectively. A cutoff region (50) of positive and negative protruding portions is formed so that the position of notch (52) is uneven with respect to radial direction of electrode.    USE - Closed type battery e.g. lithium ion battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The damage to the container due to exhaust gas can be prevented reliably as the exhaust gas contacts concentratively to a narrow range of container, thus weight reduction of battery, size reduction and cost reduction of raw material of battery can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of closed type battery.    Closed type lithium ion battery (10)    Winding electrode (12)    Container (20)    Safety valve (26)    Positive electrode sheet (30)    Negative electrode protruding portion (34)    Negative electrode sheet Negative electrode sheet (40)    Negative electrode protruding portion (44)    Cutoff region (50)    Notch (52)
NOVELTY - A copper cylinder (9) which is opened up and down embedded in an electric pole (5). The surface of cylinder is covered by lead alloy (9a) which forms as a base material of electric pole. The electrical resistance of cylinder is lower than the lead alloy in the inside of electric pole. An external terminal (8) which is formed in the front end of electric pole is welded by the lid (7).    USE - Lead storage battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electrical resistance of cylinder is lower than the lead alloy in the inside of electric pole, the input and output characteristics are improved and the fracture of electric pole is suppressed so that the weight reduction is attained and the battery performance is improved with excellent reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of electric pole of lead storage battery.    Electric pole (5)    Lid (7)    External terminal (8)    Copper cylinder (9)    Lead alloy (9a)
NOVELTY - The plate (13) integrally provided in the back surface of the battery case lid (2) extends to the downward direction. The size of the plate is same as the cell size. The lower end of the plate is located between the upper end of the separator (9) of the electrode group accommodated in each cell, and the lower end of a strap.    USE - Lead storage battery for motor vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The plate integrally provided in the back surface of the battery case lid effectively prevents internal short circuit that may occur due to deformation of the positive electrode plate or floating of the electrode by vibration, without increasing the cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial cross-sectional perspective view of the lead storage battery.    Battery case (1)    Lid (2)    Separator (9)    Partition (12)    Plate (13)
NOVELTY - The functioning layer containing positive electrode layer, negative electrode layer and solid electrolyte layer are formed at the temperature higher than the room temperature. The low environmental impact type slurry containing functional fine particle and binder is prepared to form the functional layer. The low environmental impact type slurry is coated on the base material to form the functional layer. A solid lithium secondary battery element is formed using the functional layer obtained using the low environmental impact type slurry.    USE - Manufacturing method of solid lithium secondary battery used in e.g. mobile telephone, personal computer, video camera and communication apparatus. Can also be used in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The functioning layer is formed using the low environmental impact type slurry containing binder and fine particle such that need for using solvent is eliminated and the impact of the release of the solvent to the atmosphere is reduced. The cost of the battery is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining manufacturing process of the solid lithium secondary battery.(Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The system has an ejector having a variable flow-rate drive unit for driving certain volume of the reaction off gas and reactive gas supplied to fuel cell. A purge valve discharges the reaction off gas to exterior of the circulatory system, when purge valve is opened. A control unit controls the flow-rate drive unit, to arise a pressure fluctuation in the circulatory system, when purge valve is opened.    USE - Fuel cell system. Uses include but are not limited to Two-wheeled motor vehicle, four-wheeled motor vehicle, aircraft, electric train, vessel and self-propelled robot.    ADVANTAGE - The impurity in the fuel cell system can be discharged efficiently when the purge valve is opened.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a timing diagram showing control of time during purge processing. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The cooling device has a cooling block (5) cooled by the circulation of the coolant. A heat pipe (4) thermally connects the cooling block with a heat receiving board (3) adhered to the heat generating structure, by the heat transfer of coolant different from the coolant used for cooling the cooling block.    USE - Cooling device for heat generating structure e.g. battery module mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat generating structure can be cooled indirectly, and the uniform cooling of the heat generating structure can be achieved. The waterproof and dustproof properties of the cooling block are improved by indirectly cooling the heat generating structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the casing of cooling device.    Heat receiving board (3)    Heat pipe (4)    Cooling block (5)    Cover (17)    Base (18)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery has bus-bars (11-13) welded to the front end of a positive electrode terminal (101) and a negative electrode terminal (102) of batteries (10) for connecting several batteries in series. The cooling fins (14-16) are provided on the lower surfaces of bus-bars and thermally connected with the bus-bars.    USE - Assembled battery for driving motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The attachability of the bus-bars is improved without reducing thermal conduction ability by eliminating the need for partially deleting the cooling fin for ensuring sufficient work space at the upper surface side of the bus-bars.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the assembled battery.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (10)    Bus-bars (11-13)    Cooling fins (14-16)    Positive electrode terminal (101)    Negative electrode terminal (102)
NOVELTY - The efficiency of an ejector discharging circulation gas to a fuel cell is computed corresponding to the supply gas flow rate. The circulation flow quantity of circulation gas is estimated from the computed ejector efficiency and the detected pressure value of supply gas or supply gas pressure estimation value estimated from the detection value. The calculation of ejector efficiency and the estimation of circulation gas flow quantity are performed at the time of separately driving the fuel cell system.    USE - Circulation gas flow quantity estimation method for fuel cell system (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to two-wheeled motor vehicle, four-wheeled motor vehicle, electric train/tram, aircraft, vessel, self-propelled robot, moving body and co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The circulation flow quantity of circulation gas is estimated with sufficient precision from the computed ejector efficiency corresponding to supply gas flow rate and the detected supply gas pressure value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) operation method of fuel cell system; and    (2) fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the graphical illustration of the map showing the relationship between the supply gas flow rate and the ejector efficiency.(Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The temperature adjusting device has an internal air supply path (21) for supplying air in the vehicle interior side towards the battery packs (1a,1b). A fan (30) is operated for supplying indoor air of the vehicle to the internal air supply path. An external air supply path (22) is provided for supplying air from the vehicle exterior side to the battery packs. The air is supplied to battery packs using internal and external air supply paths.    USE - Temperature adjusting device for controlling temperature of power supply device e.g. secondary battery in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drive sound of fan and the power consumption accompanying the driving of the fan are reduced by using external air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view of the state of supply of indoor air and external air to the battery packs through the air supply paths. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery packs (1a,1b)    Internal air supply path (21)    External air supply path (22)    Fan (30)    Exhaust duct (50)
NOVELTY - A gas supply unit supplies fuel gas to the fuel cell, and a pressure sensor detects the pressure of fuel gas. A nozzle injects the fuel gas from the fuel gas supply unit, and an ejector mixes the fuel gas from the fuel gas supply unit and discharges it from a circular flow path. When the difference of the target pressure of fuel gas and the pressure detected by the pressure sensor is more than predetermined value, the cross-sectional area of the injection tip of the nozzle is adjusted to a larger value.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train, vessel, household and business use non-portable fuel cell system, fuel cell system integrated in hot water supply system, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The flow volume of fuel gas supplied to the fuel cell increases, and raise in pressure of fuel gas and the electric power generation time can be reduced, while preventing lack and overdue of fuel gas at the time of acceleration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the operations of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The solid-state lithium secondary battery is press-molded and formed by providing electrode layer containing active material and sulfide type solid electrolyte material within an electrically insulating frame having compacting pressure of about 3.0-5.0 t/cm2. The compacting pressure at the time of forming and press molding the lithium secondary battery is fluctuated. The compacting pressure is set such that the protrusion shape is not formed in the electrode layer surface by confirming the electrode layer surface after press molding.    USE - Manufacturing method of solid state lithium secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone, communication apparatus, motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and car.    ADVANTAGE - The resistance between active material and sulfide type solid electrolyte material is reduced, when the lithium ion is moved between active material and sulfide type solid electrolyte material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram illustrating the process for manufacturing solid-state lithium secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The system has water heat recovery equipment (101) that supplies hot water stored in the hot water storage tank (113). The equipment includes indicator for showing the utilization period of fuel cell (100). The driving state of fuel cell is enabled until reaching the final utilization period of fuel cell. The operation of fuel cell is restricted when utilization period indicated by the indicator is same as the final utilization period of fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for domestic electric appliance. Can also be used in fuel cell system for appliance used in office, factory, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power can be generated easily when dangerous state is not detected and when utilization period indicated by the indicator is same as the final utilization period of fuel cell. Fuel cell is operated safely while ensuring user's safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for driving program of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (100)    Water heat recovery equipment (101)    Cooling water pump (103)    Heat exchanger (105)    Hot water storage tank (113)
NOVELTY - The system has air conditioner (32) that blows off the air conditioned wind from a blower outlet towards interior of the vehicle. An air intake duct (86) is connected with a casing (82) where a storage battery (14) is accommodated. A ventilation fan (88) sucks air from inlet port of air intake duct. A temperature sensor detects the temperature of battery. A heat regulation controller controls the operation of the ventilation fan to feed the air conditioned wind for thermally regulating the battery based on detected temperature of the battery.    USE - Temperature control system for storage battery of hybrid vehicle e.g. car. Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat regulation of the storage battery is achieved by feeding the air conditioned wind to the battery based on detected temperature of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Storage battery (14)    Air conditioner (32)    Casing (82)    Air intake duct (86)    Ventilation fan (88)
NOVELTY - The system has pipings (16a-16d) at the end plate (16) of a fuel cell stack (10) and the pipings (41a-41d) in an auxiliary machine (40). The piping of fuel cell stack and auxiliary machine are connected with resin made intermediate joint (50A) through O-ring (52). The tubular elements are fitted to the pipings (16a,41a) to reinforce the intermediate joint.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle. Can also be used in drive power supply of vessel, aircraft use, household use of stationary type and business use power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing performance of the intermediate joint is ensured by the tubular elements such that the fuel leak is prevented and the reliability of the fuel cell system is improved by the simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the connection structure of fuel cell stack and auxiliary machine. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    End plate (16)    Pipings (16a-16d,41a-41d)    Auxiliary machine (40)    Intermediate joint (50A)    O-ring (52)
NOVELTY - An electric current detection unit detects electric current which flows into lower conductive unit (201) that is formed in region corresponding to region of cell (10a). A voltage detection unit detects electric potential difference of lower conductive unit and upper conductive unit (301). A sine wave application unit applies sine wave signal to output signal of electric current and voltage detection unit while changing frequency. A signal processing circuit (51) calculates impedance from output signal of electric current and voltage detection unit.    USE - Apparatus for measuring impedance of fuel cell for fuel cell system used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the impedance is calculated from output signal of electric current detection unit and voltage detection unit to which sine wave signal is provided, the local impedance of cell is measured so that the local internal moisture content of cell is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of impedance measuring apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cell (10a)    Signal processing circuit (51)    Lower plate-shaped unit (200)    Lower conductive unite (201)    Upper conductive unit (301)
NOVELTY - The casing (20) has key mold (210) that is provided in the upper portion of base (200), and key mold (310) that is provided in the lower portion of upper housing (300). The key molds are disengaged when upper housing is deformed. The distance between the edge of housing and the key mold (210) is set longer than the length of key molds.    USE - Casing for fuel cell for moving object (claimed) such as vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell can be detached easily from the casing when key molds are disengaged. Leakage of reactive gas is suppressed when path is disconnected.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for moving object.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the casing for fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Casing (20)    Base (200)    Key molds (210,310)    Upper housing (300)    Fuel gas holder (400)
NOVELTY - The device (700) has a connection interface with a groove (22) that selectively cooperates with a bayonet of a pressurized gas distributor e.g. regulator integrated valve, and a gas admission axle (44) defining a gas circulation channel (442). The channel includes a downstream end (447) connected to the gas distributor. The admission axle is selectively movable with respect to the groove of the interface between a reference downstream stable position and an upstream direction advance stable position.    USE - Device for receiving a pressurized gas from a pressurized gas reservoir of a pressurized gas supplying system for a gas consumer e.g. heat engine and fuel cell (all claimed), of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the device permits sealed connection of the pressurized gas reservoir and the device to facilitate receiving of the pressurized gas from the pressurized gas reservoir for the gas consumer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of a pressurized gas receiver device connected to a pressurized gas reservoir of a pressurized gas supplying system in a simple opening position.    Groove (22)    Gas admission axle (44)    Gas circulation channel (442)    Downstream end (447)    Pressurized gas receiver device (700)
NOVELTY - The system has electric power supply unit which generates electric power generated by fuel cell (11) to one of the load circuits and electrical storage apparatus through voltage transducer. The discharge unit discharges electric charge stored in smooth capacitor to the load circuit through voltage transducers while blocking the electrical storage apparatus side connection control apparatus.    USE - Electric power supply system of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric charge of capacitor or energy level of inductive reactance element can be reduced to predetermined-level easily and safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the electric power supply system.    Fuel cell (11)    Battery (13)    Inverter (15)    Motor (16)    Diodes (D1-D5)
NOVELTY - The system has rubber made tire main portion (21) which is attached to foil (22). An artificial electrostatic type element (3) e.g. artificial piezoelectric element is integrated inside or provided in internal peripheral surface of the tire main portion. The electrostatic type element is provided with polymer film attached between polymer electrodes and expanded or contracted according to deformation of tire main portion.    USE - Electric power generation system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Energy can be efficiently revived and system performance can be improved by providing electrostatic element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of electric power generation system.    Electrostatic type element (3)    Electrical storage portion (4)    Tire main portion (21)    Tread portion (21a)    Foil (22)
NOVELTY - The switching device has freewheel diode (FWD) that is connected in parallel with an insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT). A control circuit (10) switches connection of IGBT with respect to the diode using pulse width modulation signal. Several detectors (31, 32) detect temperature of the IGBT and the diode. The control circuit sets the duty cycle of the drive signal for switching connection of IGBT based on the output of the detectors.    USE - Switching device for motor control system for vehicle such as hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in robot.    ADVANTAGE - Since the duty cycle of the drive signal is set based on the output of the detectors, the heat generated by the IGBT and the diode can be balanced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a motor control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Control circuit (10)    Temperature detectors (31,32)    Sense diode (Ds,Df)    Freewheel diode (FWD)    Insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has freewheel diode (FD) that is connected to the collector and emitter terminals of a switching element (Sw). A detection diode (70) is connected in parallel with the freewheel diode, which detects electric current flowing into freewheel diode based on the voltage drop of shunt resistor (72) connected between the switching element and the detection diode.    USE - Electric current detection apparatus for power inverter circuit for rotary machine such as motor and generator mounted in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the electric current flowing into freewheel diode is determined based on the voltage drop of shunt resistor, precision in detecting the electric current flowing into freewheel diode is improved. By varying the power supply voltage according to the temperature, electric current flowing into freewheel diode can be determined easily and the electric current flowing into the detection diode is prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the electric detection apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Diode for detection (70)    Shunt resistor (72)    Power supply (74)    Freewheel diode (FD)    Switching element (Sw)
NOVELTY - An electric energy detection unit (4) detects the electric energy consumption of vehicle-mounted electrical components (10). An order determination unit (5) determines the priority of control of electrical components. An electric power generation control unit (3) controls charging of a battery (11) by an alternating current generator (12) based on the residual charge amount. An electric energy control unit (6) controls the supply of electric energy from battery to electrical components based on electric energy consumption and priority of control.    USE - Power controller for vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electric energy supplied from battery is reduced. Hence the power consumption of battery is decreased and the fuel consumption is improved. By controlling charging of battery by alternating current generator based on the residual charge amount, the load applied on engine is reduced and the driver discomfort is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the power controller. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric power generation control unit (3)    Electric energy detection unit (4)    Order determination unit (5)    Electric energy control unit (6)    Vehicle-mounted electrical component (10)    Battery (11)    Alternating current generator (12)
NOVELTY - A metallized film (19) is formed on a base material (21) such as resin sheet after coating and drying of film solution the base material. A strip-shaped insulation film of the metallized film is peeled from the base material. A core (13) is made from the base material used at the time of formation of the insulation film.    USE - Film capacitor for use as smoothing capacitor of inverter circuit in air conditioner and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Manufacturing cost of the film capacitor can be reliably reduced, as the base material used at the time of formation of insulating film is recycled and used for the core formation. Management at the time of recycling a used base material is easy and productivity can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of film capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the film capacitor.    Film capacitor (11)    Core (13)    Metallized film (19)    Insulation cover (20)    Base material (21)
NOVELTY - The method involves applying electrode material on surface of a collector having surface arithmetic mean deviation of 1 mu m or more. The collector and the electrode material are pressurized using a pair of roll. The electrode layer is formed at a molding rate of 10m/minute or more. The thickness of the obtained electrode is 300 mu m or less.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrochemical electrode used in lithium ion secondary battery of mobile telephone or notebook computer, and electrical double layer capacitor for power supply used in personal computer and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Film thinning of electrode layer with low resistance is achieved by using collector with specified surface arithmetic mean deviation. Hence the electrode can be manufactured efficiently and stably in large quantities at low cost.
NOVELTY - A judging unit (51) determines whether detected value of secondary battery module voltage is higher than preset module voltage lower limit or lower than minimum monitor value. An estimation unit (61) estimates the preset time when discharge is permitted based on difference of discharge characteristic of the secondary battery and detected value of discharge current of secondary battery module when detected value of module voltage is lower than minimum monitor value. The discharge of battery module is restricted after preset time.    USE - Control apparatus of secondary battery module comprising lithium ion battery, nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel cadmium battery and lead battery, for use in hybrid electric vehicle (HEV).    ADVANTAGE - The overcharge and over-discharge of the secondary battery cell can be prevented. The performance degradation of the secondary battery module can be suppressed. The need for the battery cell voltage detecting apparatus is eliminated hence the size of the control apparatus of the secondary battery module is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the control apparatus of the secondary battery module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Control apparatus of the secondary battery module (21)    Temperature detection apparatus (36)    Control unit (41)    Judging unit (51)    Estimation unit (61)
NOVELTY - The car has guide rail (15) which support a solar panel (16) in horizontal state. A drive motor (18) is mounted inside a structure (2). The solar panel is displaced from the accommodation portion to protrude from window of side plate (10) of structure for preset amount by the driving force of the motor.    USE - Solar car.    ADVANTAGE - The solar panel is displaced from accommodation portion to protrude from window of side plate of structure for preset amount so that solar panel can be easily taken out from the loading platform in useable state and can be accommodated in loading platform in the unused state. The damage to the solar panel while parking the car can be avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the structure of the solar car.    Structure (2)    Side plate (10)    Guide rail (15)    Solar panel (16)    Drive motor (18)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a fuel cell (18) arranged to generate electric power using a fuel i.e. alcohol or ether, and air containing an oxidizer. A change information obtaining device obtains kind of change information from temperature change information of the air utilized in power generation of the fuel cell, humidity change information of the air and output change information of the fuel cell. A control device i.e. CPU, is arranged to stop the power generation in the fuel cell based on the change information obtained by the change information obtaining device.    USE - Fuel cell system i.e. methanol fuel cell system, for supplying power to a transportation equipment (claimed) i.e. motorcycle. Can also be used for supplying power to an automobile, a sea-going vessel and an electronic equipment such as personal computer and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The control device i.e. CPU, is arranged to stop the power generation in the fuel cell based on the change information obtained by the change information obtaining device, so that the deterioration of the fuel cell is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view showing a primary configuration of a fuel cell system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell system (10)    Cell stack (12)    Fuel tank (14)    Water solution tank (16)    Fuel cell (18)
NOVELTY - A dispersion liquid containing two or more types of primary particles and secondary particles which are dispersed in the liquid is dried by carrying out spray-drying process, to obtain fine particles including primary and secondary particles. Thus, manufacture of catalyst material is carried out.    USE - Manufacture of catalyst material used for catalyst component (claimed) for purifying harmful gas, fuel cell and environmental clean-ups.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides catalyst material which prevents the movement of catalyst component and coupling of catalyst component by sintering.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for catalyst component, which is obtained by coating the catalyst material on the surface layer of honeycomb-form support or the pore.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show a schematic view of catalyst material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Catalyst particles (1)    Metal oxide particles (2)    Noble metal (3)    Co-catalyst component (4)
NOVELTY - The machine (1) has a rotor (4) extending along an axis (A), and a stator (5) provided with a stator pack (25) having slots (27). Bars are housed in the slots and connected to one another in a position corresponding to heads (28, 29). An electrical winding (26) comprises connection plates that are welded to the bars in a position corresponding to the heads. Thickness of the connection plates decrease according to an axial position from maximum value starting from the stator pack to a minimum value in a position corresponding to a free end of the heads.    USE - Multiphase synchronous electrical machine i.e. three-phase synchronous electrical machine, for converting kinetic energy into electrical energy and vice-versa in a transport vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The machine converts the kinetic energy into electrical energy and vice-versa in the transport vehicle with high power/weight ratio and power/volume ratios. The connection plates have large dimensions that guarantee high levels of performance, thus reducing encumbrance of the machine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for assembling a multiphase synchronous electrical machine    (2) a transport vehicle comprising an internal-combustion engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of an electrical machine.    Axis (A)    Multiphase synchronous electrical machine (1)    Rotor (4)    Stator (5)    Stator pack (25)    Electrical winding (26)    Slots (27)    Heads (28, 29)
NOVELTY - The module has the multi-directional extensions (30) that are extended from a peripheral cage (28) along the specific direction, to support the energy generating device (16) transportable on rails when the peripheral cage is swayed in varied directions during the transportation of the module. The energy generating device is configured to generate an energy output using fuel from a fuel chamber at the time of transportation process. An energy-transfer receptacle is configured to transfer the generated energy to an energy consuming or transferring device.    USE - Energy generating module comprises energy generating device such as turbine engine, reciprocating engine, electric/gasoline engine, combine head and power engine, hydrogen fuel cell engine, solar-powered engine or wind-driven engine supported on railcar such as enclosure-type railcar and peripheral type railcar for supplying energy to energy consuming or transferring device such as battery, power grid, marine vessel, or aircraft. Can also be used for industrial, construction, mining, oil and gas exploration, and commercial applications.    ADVANTAGE - The module can be transported reliably and the swaying of the module at the time of transportation process can be reduced reliably. Thus, the energy generation of the energy generating module at the time of the transportation process is improved efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of modular cage of energy generating module.    Energy generating device (16)    Modular cage (20)    Peripheral cage (28)    Multi-directional extensions (30)    Movement dampening mechanism (32)
NOVELTY - The device has a gear-shifting control relay module controlled by a gear-shifting control panel through a corresponding gear-shifting circuit. The control panel is provided with a forward gear, reverse gear, hill gear and a driving gear. A forward gear relay is connected with a hill gear relay or a driving gear relay through a wire. A reverse gear relay is connected with the hill gear relay through the wire. The hill gear relay and the driving gear relay are interlocked to adjust revolutions and the rotating directions of a gearbox by controlling a corresponding electromagnetic valve.    USE - Gear-shifting device for an absolute electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The device manually controls the operation of the circuits and adjusts the different gears according to the requirements, and has stable service performance. The device is convenient to maintain.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a gear-shifting device for an absolute electric car.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a containing barrel transversely provided with an opening on an outer surface. A buckling rod is fixed at one side of the containing barrel. A buckling hole is formed on a top end of a buckling seat. The buckling rod resists against an outer surface of the containing barrel. A joint groove is concavely provided on the top end of the buckling seat, and the containing barrel is provided with a hollow barrel body.    USE - Film-type solar energy device for a bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The device enables a solar energy panel to be in an unfolded state between the containing barrel and the buckling seat, thus absorbing sunlight and converting sunlight into electrical energy, and hence providing auxiliary power to a bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a film-type solar energy device for a bicycle.
NOVELTY - The system has a buoyancy pipe (2) filled with water, and a water tank (7) connected to a connection pipe with two opening and closing switches (4). A gravity tube (1) is connected with a structure apparatus.    USE - Gravity buoyancy generator system for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system obtains a clean fixed power in an accurate manner without pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional side view of a gravity buoyancy generator system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Gravity tube (1)    Buoyancy pipe (2)    Opening and closing switch (4)    Water tank (7)    Mesh pipe (8)
NOVELTY - The method involves activating a fuel cell stack in an activating device. Activation of the fuel cell stack is terminated for activating a real car driving condition according to an activation completion level. The fuel cell stack is activated according to an end-of-life (EOL) level irregularity and back-off-level (BOL).    USE - Method for accelerating activation of a fuel cell in a membrane-electrode assembly of a vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The activation of the fuel cell stack is terminated for activating the real car driving condition according to the activation completion level, so that the method shortens the activation time of the fuel cell stack. The activation time for production line of the fuel cell stack is shortened, and the production number of the fuel cell stack is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph diagram illustrating a method for accelerating activation of a fuel cell in a membrane-electrode assembly of a vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a hydride fuzzy flow path (46) in which hydrogen is exhausted through a hydrogen purge valve (26). Air is ejected through an air discharge path (45). The hydride fuzzy flow path is formed at an inner side of a common distributor unit (40). A purge line (25) of the hydrogen purge valve is connected to an entrance of the hydride fuzzy flow path. The purge line of the hydrogen purge valve is connected to an outlet (27) that is connected to an inlet part of the hydride fuzzy flow path.    USE - Common fuel distribution device for a hydrogen purge system of a fuel cell system (all claimed) in a car.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the device is improved, and the manufacturing cost and time of the device are reduced. The complexity of the purge line is shortened, and the degradation of the purge effect according to the pressure loss is prevented. The moisture inside the device is reduced. The noise generated at the substantial portion is reduced. The material required for molding the common distributor can be reduced. The device is light in weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a hydrogen purge system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a common fuel distribution device for a hydride fuzzy apparatus of a fuel cell system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Purge line (25)    Hydrogen purge valve (26)    Outlet (27)    Common distributor unit (40)    Air discharge path (45)    Hydride fuzzy flow path (46)
NOVELTY - The device has a round pipe made of aluminum alloy, and a pad plate fixed to a square pipe on a supporting pole. A roof of a rectangular block type rigid frame box is bound to an aluminum panel of a thin plate. A perpendicular aero-generator is provided with a wing that is horizontally rotated in a flame part. The pad plate is connected with a vehicle roof. The aero-generator is adhered to a rechargeable storage battery. The wing is screwed in the rigid frame box. The rigid frame box is mounted in the vehicle roof.    USE - Transportable wind power device for use in a roof of a vehicle (claimed) i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The device is environment-friendly, and utilizes wind as resource. The wing is rotated using the wind for generating electric power continuously. The device obtains the electricity regardless of stop time of the vehicle. The device generates the electricity that is utilized as charge power for an electric home appliance such as TV and refrigerator, in an inner side of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a transportable wind power device.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a solar cell module (1) connected with a solar charging apparatus (3) via an electrical wire (2). The solar charging apparatus is arranged with a storage battery (6), which stores 12 Volts direct current supply for small-sized passenger car and medium vehicle, and 24 Volts direct current supply for luxury car, bus and truck.    USE - Solar electric vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to luxury car, small-sized passenger car, bus, truck and medium vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle saves cost of fuel including benzene, whale-oil, liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas, so that air pollution and damage due to the global warming are eliminated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar electric vehicle.    Solar cell module (1)    Electric wire (2)    Solar charging apparatus (3)    Storage battery (6)
NOVELTY - The actuator has an energy-storage and change device provided with an inertia energy storage disk and unidirectional overrunning coupler. The unidirectional overrunning coupler is fixedly mounted on one end of a motor main shaft. The inertia energy storage disk is fixedly installed in a periphery of the unidirectional overrunning coupler. A driving gear is provided on a transducer. A decelerator is installed at a side of the transducer. The decelerator is engaged with the driving gear through a reduction gear, and power output shaft is provided on an output shaft of the decelerator.    USE - Electric actuator for a vehicle i.e. electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The actuator can store energy and release kinetic energy, so that the zero locked-rotor instantaneous peak current of the electric motor during working is low. The actuator starts the electric motor in low voltage and low current with equal torque. The actuator has low working temperature and elevated temperature of less than 100 degrees centigrade.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of an electric actuator for a vehicle.
NOVELTY - A multi-alkoxy substituted aromatic compound is manufactured by making alkyl agent and multi-hydroxy substituted aromatic compound of react in presence of inorganic base and reaction solvent, and adding phase transfer catalysis in reaction system.    USE - Manufacture of multi-alkoxy substituted aromatic compound used as charge transport material for discotic liquid crystal material, organic electro luminescence, secondary battery, or fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method obtains multialkoxy substituted aromatic compound with high purity, high yield, and inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A multi-alkoxy substituted aromatic compound of formula Ar-(OR)n (I) is manufactured by making alkyl agent of formula Ar-(OH)n (II) and multi-hydroxy substituted aromatic compound of formula R-X (III) react in presence of inorganic base and reaction solvent, and adding phase transfer catalysis of formula (IV) in reaction system.    Ar=n valent aromatic compound residue;    R=3-26C hydrocarbon group;    n= greater than or equal to 2;    x=halo or organic sulfonyloxy group;    Y=N or P;    R1-R4=phenyl, benzyl, or 1-18C alkyl; and    Z-=anion.
NOVELTY - The assembly has a set of charge storage devices e.g. battery cells (20-1-20-N), provided within a housing assembly (102), and a tray with a side including a set of semi-conductive areas that transfer current to a current detector from electrolyte leaked along a surface of one of the charge storage devices. Another side of the tray insulates the housing from the electrolyte. The housing assembly comprises conductive L-bands (112-1, 112-2) that communicate with the semi-conductive areas and the current detector.    USE - Battery assembly for providing power to transportation application e.g. hybrid electric vehicle (REV), electric vehicle (EV), heavy duty vehicle (RDV), and a vehicle with 42-volt electrical system, and stationary application e.g. backup power for telecommunications system, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and distributed power generation application.    ADVANTAGE - The trays include a insulative material that has sufficient dielectric strength, so that arcing is reduced or eliminated between battery sub-packs and battery cells, thus reducing the effects of electrolyte leakage and providing a controlled discharge for the battery sub-packs of the assembly, and hence avoiding short circuits in the assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery assembly.    Battery sub-pack (12)    Battery cells (20-1-20-N)    Housing assembly (102)    Straps (104-1-104-3)    Endplates (108, 110)    Conductive L-bands (112-1, 112-2)
NOVELTY - A battery electrode foil (32) comprises aluminum electrode foil (33), and corrosion resistant layers (34A, 34B). The corrosion resistant layer is 5-100 thick. The corrosion-resistant layer is made of alloy containing iron and chrome and is made on the surface (33a, 33b) of aluminum electrode foil. The corrosion-resistant layer is in direct contact with the aluminum electrode foil. The corrosion resistant layer is 10-50 nm thick.    USE - Battery electrode foil for positive electrode plate used for power generation unit of a battery useful in vehicle and battery-equipped appliance (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The battery electrode foil is inexpensive but has good corrosion resistance and electroconductivity, prevents the progress of corrosion into the interior, has low contact resistance, and does not easily corrode even if the battery electrode foil is brought into contact with alkaline aqueous solution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) manufacturing battery electrode foil (32) comprising exposure step and corrosion resistant layer (34A, 34B) forming step; and    (2) manufacturing positive electrode plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged end view of positive electrode plate.    Battery electrode foil (32)    Aluminum electrode foil (33)    Surface (33a, 33b)    Corrosion resistant layer (34A, 34B)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has an electrical double layer capacitor module (3) comprising at least one electrical double layer capacitor (2). A battery module (4) connected to electrical double layer capacitor unit includes at least one secondary battery (5) e.g. nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel-cadmium battery and formula lead-acid cell. The ratio of internal resistance of capacitor module with respect to internal resistance of battery module is determined according to the parameter regarding an input electric current.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus for motor vehicle. Can also be used in railway vehicle and construction machine.    ADVANTAGE - The charging efficiency of the electrical storage apparatus is improved when the value of input electric current is changed with the arrangement of electrical double layer capacitor module and battery module, and the need for equalization circuit for equalizing the voltage of electrical double layer capacitor is avoided. Thus the manufacturing cost of electrical storage apparatus is reduced and size of the electrical storage apparatus is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the electrical storage apparatus.    Electrical storage apparatus (1)    Electrical double layer capacitor (2)    Electrical double layer capacitor module (3)    Battery module (4)    Secondary battery (5)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen absorption and release sheet comprises fine hydrogen absorption and release particle with an average particle diameter of 0.001 to 1 millimeter, synthetic-macromolecule fiber which is easy to fibrillate, and inorganic fiber. The hydrogen absorption and release particles are supported in 70 to 95 weight percent of the range.    USE - Hydrogen absorption and release sheet for use in secondary battery or fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents omission of hydrogen storage alloy for content of hydrogen absorption and release material by fibrillating a synthetic-macromolecule fiber and improving the support performance to provide stable performance. Enables form retentivity to be highly maintanable, since heat conductivity can be made high and can perform absorption and release operation of hydrogen in a short time and low energy. Improves heat resistance of sheet to perform stably the absorption and release operation of hydrogen and release material for a long period of time. Suppresses omission of hydrogen storage alloy from a fiber structure, thus maintaining high content rate of hydrogen storage alloy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the manufacturing method of hydrogen absorption and release sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the electron micrograph of the hydrogen absorption and release sheet.
NOVELTY - A silencer (1) has sound absorption layers (8,9) superposed and formed from sheet-like member of different intrinsic frequency accommodated in the upper part of cylindrical body (3) and exhaust flow path (6) in which exhaust gas circulates of a container (2).    USE - Silencer for use in exhaust system of vehicle carrying fuel cell or internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - Enables reduction of the exhaust noise of more extensive frequency since exhaust noise of the frequency that changes with sheet-like members from which intrinsic frequency differs in that case is muffled by the sound absorption layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross sectional view and sectional view of a silencer.    Silencer (1)    Container (2)    Cylindrical body (3)    Exhaust flow path (6)    Sound absorption layers (8,9)
NOVELTY - The high pressure tank has a communicating hole (70) formed for connecting interior and exterior of the tank. A carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) layer (21) is formed in the outer periphery of a resin liner (20) adjoining a nozzle (11) such that the communicating hole is positioned between the nozzle and the CFRP layer.    USE - High pressure tank for storage of hydrogen gas and compressed natural gas in fuel cell system of fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The retention of gas between the liner and the CFRP layer is prevented since gas accumulated between the liner and CFRP layer is discharged through the communicating hole. Hence, deformation and damage of the liner by retention of gas between the liner and the CFRP layer is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of high pressure tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the high pressure tank showing the CFRP layer formed by extracting core material from a microtube after hardening the resin. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Nozzle (11)    Resin liner (20)    CFRP layer (21)    Communicating hole (70)    Microtube (71)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has several strain gauges (3) arranged at predefined interval, which detects distortion of liner made of resin material in hydrogen tank (2), to judge whether the compressive stress is acting on the liner. A shut-off valve (15) which opens and closes the gas emission channel is controlled according to the detected distortion. The shut-off valve is closed when the act of compressive stress on the liner is determined.    USE - Gas emission amount control apparatus for use in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of resin liner to inside of hydrogen tank can be prevented. Thus the discharge of gas is stopped and the fall of internal pressure of tank is also prevented. The difference of pressure between the tank and the liner is also suppressed. The fatigue crack of liner is prevented. The motive power performance with respect to vehicle is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for retention gas emission apparatus which has relief valve which opens or closes a leak channel connecting between liner and fiber reinforced resin structure at one end, and outside at other end. The relief valve is controlled according to distortion detection of liner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of gas emission control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas emission amount control apparatus (1)    Hydrogen tank (2)    Strain gauge (3)    Electronic controller (4)    Shut-off valve (15)
NOVELTY - The device module (101) has the electrical storage devices (102) such as lead storage battery that are arranged in module along the lamination direction. The positive and the negative electrodes are arranged in the battery such that the electrodes are connected to the upper cover that is connected to a bottom cover by the insulating resin. The electroconductive structures (103) are provided between the batteries so as to connect the batteries. An external structure (104) is provided in the outer surface of the module.    USE - Electrical storage device module for distribution type electrical storage system used in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, home, and photovoltaic power generation system. Can also be used in portable apparatus such as mobile telephone, notebook computer, digital camcorder, and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - Since the batteries arranged in the electrical storage device module are connected through the electroconductive structures without using additional terminals, the connection reliability is improved and the manufacturing cost of electrical storage device module is reduced. The heat generated in the electrical storage device module is reliably radiated by the electroconductive structure so that the durability of the electrical storage device generation module is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of electrical storage device module.    Electrical storage device module (101)    Electrical storage device (102)    Electroconductive structures (103)    External structure (104)
NOVELTY - A lithium ion secondary battery (10) is provided with ionic-conduction medium which interposes between positive electrode (20) and negative electrode (16), and conducts a lithium ion. The negative electrode has negative electrode active material. The positive electrode has positive electrode active material containing lithium manganese complex oxide and lithium iron phosphate compound. The positive electrode active material and negative electrode active material occlude and discharge lithium ion.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery is used as power supply for electric vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in personal computer and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium ion secondary battery has excellent capacity. The positive electrode active material is manufactured economically and stably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show a sectional view of the lithium ion secondary battery.    Lithium ion secondary battery (10)    Negative electrode (16)    Separator (18)    Positive electrode (20)
NOVELTY - The equipment has a supply device for supplying a fuel cell unit i.e. fuel cell stack, with fuel e.g. hydrogen, and oxidizing agent e.g. oxygen, and a measuring-, control- and operating devices and a device for cooling the fuel cell unit, where the fuel cell unit includes a polymer electrolyte membrane-fuel cell. The components of the equipment are accommodated in a closed unit spatially separated from the fuel cell unit. Connectors for flow-technical connections are provided for evacuation and delivery of cooling agent to the fuel cell unit.    USE - Periphery equipment for use as a mobile test station or diagnosis device for a fuel cell unit i.e. fuel cell stack, of a fuel cell system (all claimed) of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The components of the periphery equipment are accommodated in the closed unit spatially separated from the fuel cell unit, so that the equipment is installed in a space saving manner. The compact equipment is merged easily into an existing application environment, so that different application possibilities of the fuel cell units are examined. The compact structure and the easy handling of the equipment eases installation of a fuel cell system into a prototype of a potential application, so that the step from laboratory- to the prototype stage is eased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for evaluating a fuel cell unit    (2) a method for evaluating a prototype of a fuel cell unit.
NOVELTY - A catalyst for carbon monoxide conversion contains copper oxide component, zinc oxide component, aluminum oxide component, and 0.01-0.5 mmol of component D which is group 1, group 2, group 8, group 10 and/or group 13 element of periodic table. The total mass of copper oxide component, zinc oxide component and aluminum oxide component is 1 g.    USE - A catalyst for carbon monoxide conversion used for removal of carbon monoxide from hydrogen containing gas for fuel cell system (claimed), and used as catalyst for aquatic gas shift reactions.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst is excellent in catalyst activity and durability, can be used for a long period of time, and has few active falls.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a manufacturing method of catalyst for carbon monoxide conversion;    (2) a carbon monoxide removal method from hydrogen containing gas; and    (3) a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - Magnesium hydroxide produced by hydrolysis of magnesium hydride is recovered from fuel cell system capable of producing electric power by generating hydrogen gas. Magnesium hydroxide is heated and thermally decomposed into magnesium oxide and water. Carbon dioxide is contacted with magnesium oxide, and magnesium carbonate is produced. Thus, magnesium hydroxide is recycled.    USE - Recycling of magnesium hydroxide.    ADVANTAGE - Magnesium hydroxide is stably recycled by a simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for magnesium hydroxide recycle apparatus, which has a thermal decomposition unit and magnesium carbonate production unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart explaining recycling process of magnesium hydroxide. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The lorry has a battery box body fixed at a bottom part of a chassis, where the battery box body adopts a drawer-type structure. The battery box body is fixed with a pull handle and connected with a plug, a fuse and a vent hole. The bottom part of the chassis is equipped with a guide rail fixed with the battery box body. A flange is fixed with a sliding groove on the guide rail. The bottom part of the chassis is equipped with a baffle of the battery box body for locating and fixing the battery box body. A charge box is fixed with a pull button.    USE - Electric platform lorry.    ADVANTAGE - The lorry is convenient for carrying, replacing and repairing a battery in use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric platform lorry.
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a crystal silicon solar battery plate arranged on a front of a handle bar and front and back mudguards. The crystal silicon solar battery plate is connected with a lithium battery, where the lithium battery is connected with a direct current (DC) brushless electric motor through conducting wires. The DC brushless electric motor is connected with a wheel for supplying propulsion to the wheel. A commercial power/solar charging socket is arranged on a transverse beam of the bicycle.    USE - Solar foldable electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The bicycle is light weight, and is convenient to carry. The bicycle has small volume and labor-saving. The bicycle has is new-style transportation facility. The crystal silicon solar battery plate promotes the power of the bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar foldable electric bicycle.
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery contains electrolyte including vinylene carbonate derivative (I) having electron attracting group. The vinylene carbonate derivative excludes bis(trifluoromethyl)vinylene carbonate.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery such as lithium secondary battery is used as power supply for portable electronic device and mobile communication device. Can also be used for domestic electric power storage apparatus, two-wheeled motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has excellent storage stability even at high temperature. The reduction disassembly of solvent having high dielectric constant is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery contains electrolyte including vinylene carbonate derivative of formula (I) having electron attracting group. The vinylene carbonate derivative excludes bis(trifluoromethyl)vinylene carbonate.    At least one of R1 and R2=halo or functional group chosen from CnHmX(2n-m+1) or CnHmX(2n-m+1)SO2, and remaining is H;and    X=halo.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrolyte solution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of cylindrical cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery case (1)    Sealing board (2)    Insulation baking (3)    Electrodes (4)    Positive electrode plate (5)
NOVELTY - An energy storage device has a positive electrode, a negative electrode, electrolyte solution, an active material, and/or a separator placed in one sealed casing. The oxidation and reduction are possible in the active material. The portion(s) of the active material is dissolved by the electrolytic solution having concentration of 0.2-0.5 mol/l.    USE - Energy storage device e.g. lithium ion secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to hybrid vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, note-book personal computers and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage device has high capacitance, without impairing charging and discharging efficiency, output characteristics, and cycle-life characteristics.
NOVELTY - The steam generator has exhaust pipe (14) that is connected with upper portion of the process chamber (11). The water droplet is sprayed within process chamber through water supply pipe (20) connected with the process chamber. The fuel gas is supplied to the process chamber through fuel gas supply pipe (30). The water droplet is discharged towards upper heater (40) through injection pipe (22) and the lower heater (60) is arranged corresponding to the injection pipe within the process chamber.    USE - Steam generator.    ADVANTAGE - The heaters are arranged at upper and lower sides of the process chamber so that the water droplet discharged towards upper heater through injection pipe is evaporated effectively and the evaporation efficiency of the steam generator is increased reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating the structure of the steam generator.    Process chamber (11)    Exhaust pipe (14)    Water supply pipe (20)    Injection pipe (22)    Gas supply pipe (30)    Upper heater (40)    Lower heater (60)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a secondary battery (10) having several battery blocks (B1-B6) that are divided into a pair of groups based on the temperature characteristic and characteristic of surface temperature of the groups. A voltage-measurement unit (22) has several serially connected voltage detectors (24-1-24-6) to detect voltage of battery blocks. A voltage information gathering unit (26) collects the voltage information showing the detected voltages through a closed circuit of relay signal wires of each group.    USE - Voltage measurement apparatus for use in electric vehicle (claimed) such as pure electric vehicle (PEV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV).    ADVANTAGE - The voltage information of the preset battery block can be acquired even if corresponding voltage detector is malfunctioning.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the voltage measurement apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (10)    Voltage-measurement unit (22)    Voltage detectors (24-1-24-6)    Voltage information gathering unit (26)    Battery blocks (B1-B6)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) has gas diffusion layers (2) at anode and cathode sides, and a membrane electrode assembly (1) clamped between the gas diffusion layers. The gas diffusion layers are made of carbon cloth and clamped between the separators (3). Several channels (31) used as gas flow path are formed in the ribs (32) of the separator at predetermined interval. The elasticity modulus of the region (2B) of the gas diffusion layer opposing the channel is higher than the elasticity modulus of the region (2A) of gas diffusion layer opposing the rib.    USE - Fuel cell for electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of gap used as water pool between the gas diffusion layer and the electrode catalyst layer is prevented, and the generation of flatting resulting from the water pool is prevented. The electric power generation performance of the fuel cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the single cell comprising the fuel cell stack.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Gas diffusion layer (2)    Regions of gas diffusion layer (2A,2B)    Separator (3)    Fuel cell (10)    Channel (31)    Rib (32)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) has a membrane electrode assembly (1) clamped between the gas diffusion layers (2A,2A') at anode and cathode sides. The gas flow paths (4) clamp the gas diffusion layers, and the separators (5) clamp the gas flow paths. The electroconductive gas diffusion layers (2B,2B') are provided between the gas flow path layers and the separators.    USE - Fuel cell for electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The predetermined deformation of the cell by the thrust at the time of stacking is ensured by providing the electroconductive gas diffusion layers. The stack of fixed size is manufactured. The diffusibility of favorable gas to the membrane electrode assembly is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the single cell comprising the fuel cell stack.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Gas diffusion layers (2A,2A')    Electroconductive gas diffusion layers (2B,2B')    Gas flow path (4)    Separator (5)    Fuel cell (10)
NOVELTY - The stator (1) has stator core (4) having yoke portion (2) and teeth portion (3) alternately. The toroidal coil (5) is wound on the outer peripheral surface of the yoke portion of stator core. The split-cores (6) consisting of pressed-powder magnetic structures are formed on the stator core. The powder-molding structure (7) formed between the split cores, is configured to join adjacent split-cores. The powder-molding structure consists of powder in which insulation film is formed on the surface of soft magnetic powder.    USE - Stator used for rotary machine for hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, electric vehicle, industrial machines.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the rotary machine can be reduced and the efficiency of the rotary machine can be improved. The toroidal winding can perform sine wave excitation easily. The fall of motor output due to the decline in the magnetic permeability can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of stator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the stator of motor.    Stator (1)    Yoke portion (2)    Teeth portion (3)    Stator core (4)    Toroidal coil (5)    Split-cores (6)    Powder-molding structure (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves crushing the workpiece for forming a pipe (4) along the lamination direction of inner side of both the plates (2,3). The crushed pipe is inserted into the channel of the plates. The outer peripheral portion of pipe is made to contact the channel by increasing the internal pressure of the pipe placed in the channel of plates.    USE - Manufacturing method of cold plate used for cooling device of battery e.g. nickel cadmium battery, nickel-hydrogen battery and lithium ion battery mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesiveness of the channel on the plate and the pipe is improved favorably by increasing the internal pressure of pipe arranged in the channel of plates. The cooling and heat radiation performance is improved without increasing the manufacturing cost of cold plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the cold plate.    Cold plate (1)    Plates (2,3)    Pipe (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring a temperature of a supercapacitor, and limiting an effective current supplied or stored by the super-capacitor by totally or partially inhibiting one of functions e.g. engine start up and acceleration functions, in a vehicle when the temperature exceeds a preset threshold. Charging of the supercapacitor by a reversible alternator of the vehicle is partially inhibited when the temperature of the supercapacitor attains a preset temperature threshold.    USE - Method for utilizing a supercapacitor to perform different functions e.g. start up of engine i.e. heat engine, of a vehicle such as motor vehicle i.e. hybrid vehicle, acceleration of vehicle, and recuperation of energy such as kinetic energy, to decelerate the vehicle for recharging or charging the supercapacitor (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The effective current supplied or stored by the supercapacitor is limited by totally or partially inhibiting one of the functions in the vehicle, when the temperature of the super-capacitor exceeds the preset threshold, thus increasing the life duration of the supercapacitor by avoiding aging of the supercapacitor.
NOVELTY - The holder (16) has engaging element (60) that is movably mounted to a bracket, for retaining a battery to the bracket. A cam lever (44) is movably mounted to the bracket and operatively coupled to the engaging element, to move the engaging element with respect to the bracket, when the lever is moved between opened and closed positions. The engaging element is moved in the transverse direction, in response to the movement of the battery to retaining location.    USE - Battery holder of bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery holder can be installed and removed easily to/from the bicycle by using a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the bicycle battery holder.    Battery holder (16)    Cam lever (44)    Pin (52)    Hook (58)    Engaging element (60)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery structure (20) has cooling air discharge port (5) that is provided in the upper side of cell (2) such as lithium ion cell while cooling air inlet (3) is provided in the lower side of cell. The amount of cells arranged in the upper stage is less than the amount of cells arranged in the lower stage. The cooling air is guided to the discharge port through the path between block frame and top insulation board.    USE - Assembled battery structure for hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Temperature variation between the cells can be suppressed, and utilization period of battery is extended.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the flow of cooling air inside the assembled battery structure.    Cell (2)    Cooling air inlet (3)    Cooling air discharge port (5)    Fin (6)    Assembled battery structure (20)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming conductive layer (152) including wettable pad on a temporary carrier and stud bump (130) including stacked bump on the pad. An encapsulant (138) is deposited on a semiconductor die (124) which is mounted on the carrier. An interconnect structure (140) consisting of an integrated passive device (IPD) connected to the bumps, is provided on one surface of the encapsulant. The carrier is then removed and an interconnect structure (150) consisting of IPD is formed on the opposite surface of the encapsulant.    USE - Manufacturing method of semiconductor device (claimed) for fan-out wafer level chip scale package (FO-WSCSP). Uses include but are not limited to microcontroller, microprocessor, charge coupled device (CCD), solar cell and digital micro-mirror device (DMD) used in computer, consumer product, industrial controller, office equipment and for entertainment, communication, power conversion, network, military, aviation and automotive applications.    ADVANTAGE - By providing interconnect structures on opposing surfaces of the encapsulant, a vertical interconnection structure can be formed efficiently, manufacturing yield can be improved and a small sized semiconductor device can be manufactured at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the semiconductor device.    Semiconductor die (124)    Stud bump (130)    Encapsulant (138)    Interconnect structures (140,150)    Conductive layer (152)
NOVELTY - The method involves halting fuel flow to a set of fuel cells, where fuel cells have anodes and cathodes. An inert gas e.g. nitrogen, is flowed over the anodes and an oxidizer gas is flowed over the cathodes. A load is engaged across the fuel cells. The load is engaged when an operational parameter e.g. voltage, of the fuel cells meets a criteria. The load is repeatedly engaged and disengaged across the fuel cells until another operational parameter of the fuel cells meets another criteria. Shutdown of a fuel cell system is detected when the latter operational parameter is detected.    USE - Method for shutdown of a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables shutdown of the fuel cell system without generating mixtures of gases, so that damage of the cell system is avoided during subsequent start-up operations of the cell system. The method enables maintaining monitored fuel cell voltages above zero to minimize carbon corrosion of electrodes of the fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a program storage device comprising instructions for causing a programmable control device to perform a method for shutdown of a fuel cell system    (2) a fuel cell system comprising a set of fuel cells electrically coupled to form a fuel cell body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a shutdown process of a fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The method involves monitoring temperature of an electrolyzer cell i.e. solar cell, and operating the cell in an endothermic mode by decreasing voltage of the cell below thermal neutral voltage when the temperature reaches a predetermined upper temperature threshold. The cell is operated in an exothermic mode by increasing the voltage of the cell above the thermal neutral voltage when the temperature drops to a predetermined lower temperature threshold. Reactant flow to the cell is controlled based on the voltage applied to the electrolyzer.    USE - Method for controlling an electrolysis process of an electrolyzer cell i.e. solar cell, of a fuel cell electrolyzer system in an exothermic mode and an endothermic mode to produce electricity in an airborne vehicle i.e. aircraft. Can also be used for a ground distributed regenerative power system and a solar powered vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables controlling the electrolysis process of the electrolyzer cell to improve efficiency and reliability of the fuel cell electrolyzer system and to reduce the power consumption and weight of the fuel cell electrolyzer system. The method avoids the occurrence of high temperature and subsequent failure of the fuel cell electrolyzer stack in an effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a thermal control system for managing heat within an electrolyzer, comprising a temperature sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram illustrating a method for controlling temperature of a high-temperature fuel cell electrolyzer.
NOVELTY - The method involves sealing an anode region, and halting oxidizer flow to a cathode region. A load (215) is engaged across a fuel cell stack, and the flow to the anode region is halted. A fluid communication between the anode region and the cathode region is opened. The load is disengaged, and the fluid communication between the anode region and the cathode region is closed when a fuel cell operational characteristic meets a threshold. The threshold includes a specified voltage that is greater than, or equal to, zero.    USE - Method for shutting down of a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method prevents the formation of hydrogen/oxygen mixtures in the fuel cell system, thus preventing damage of the fuel cell system during subsequent start-up operations of the cell system. The method enables maintaining of the fuel cell voltages above zero, thus minimizing carbon corrosion of electrodes of the fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a program storage device readable by a programmable control device comprising instructions for causing the programmable control device to perform a fuel cell system shutdown method    (2) a fuel cell system comprising a fuel supply and an oxidizer supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (200)    Fuel cell stack (205)    Plant balance (210)    Load (215)    Switch (220)    Cross-over valve (225)
NOVELTY - The subgasket has a barrier layer (28) comprising an elongate primary seal (30) i.e. elongate bead, formed on the barrier layer, where the seal has an inwardly extending baffle (32) to militate against a reactant bypass flow in a fuel cell. The baffle extends laterally inwardly from the primary seal, where the baffle is integrally formed with the primary seal. The barrier layer or the baffle is canted in relation to the primary seal, where the baffle has a leg (34) to cant the baffle to a desired angle.    USE - Subgasket for fuel cells of a fuel cell stack (all claimed) providing electric power to an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The subgasket militates against wasteful reactant bypass flow in a fuel cell stack. The subgasket causes a higher percentage of the reactant to flow to the active regions of the fuel cell stack, and optimizes a durability, reliability, and performance of the fuel cell stack under a low stoichiometric ratio of the reactants.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell comprising a pair of fuel cell plates defining an active region and a feed region of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side elevational cross-sectional view of a fuel cell with a subgasket seal having a canted baffle.    Gas diffusion media (20)    Barrier layer (28)    Elongate primary seal (30)    Inwardly extending baffle (32)    Leg (34)
NOVELTY - The method involves obtaining an anode material with a semiconductor particle (30) e.g. silicon. A portion of the anode material is contacted with metal ion solution and displacement solution. A part of the semiconductor particle is dissolved from the portion of anode material. Metal ions are reduced to metal such as noble metal, base metal and nickel, by electrons provided by dissolution of the semiconductor particle. The metal is deposited on the portion of the anode material. The portion of the anode material and the deposited metal is annealed to form a metal-semiconductor alloy layer.    USE - Method for forming an anode material for a nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery (all claimed) e.g. lithium-ion battery, sodium-ion battery and potassium-ion battery, for use in portable electronics device and in automotive, military, and aerospace applications.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms a uniform metal-semiconductor alloy layer of the anode material, improves cycle charge/discharge efficiency and achieves a durable anode material, longer cycle life, uniform charge/discharge, higher rate capability and higher specific energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for forming an anode with a metal-semiconductor alloy layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a semiconductor particle coated by a metal-semiconductor alloy layer.    Semiconductor particle (30)    Metal-semiconductor alloy layer (31)
NOVELTY - The structure (21) has a wall including a set of openings connecting a supply chamber (24) to a reaction chamber (20), and another wall (40) including a set of elevations (41) provided with end sections (42), and another set of openings (34) that is arranged in a set of linear rows, which extend in parallel to a longitudinal direction. The former set of openings is arranged in another set of linear rows. One of elevations and end sections is designed such that one of the openings of the former set is arranged within one of the rows between two adjacent openings (34).    USE - Wall structure for defining a reaction chamber of a burner i.e. residual gas burner, of a fuel cell system in a vehicle (all claimed) i.e. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure already allows improved homogenization of a gas mixture formed in the reaction chamber when gases such as hydrogen gas and oxygen gas, are flowing into the reaction chamber, and avoids concentration of the gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a motor vehicle burner system comprising a burner with a wall structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a burner.    Reaction chamber (20)    Wall structure (21)    Supply chamber (24)    Openings (34)    Linear rows (38)    Wall (40)    Elevations (41)    End sections (42)
NOVELTY - The method involves separating a volume of water into hydrogen and oxygen components using electrolyzer (3). An engine (27) is powered with the hydrogen and oxygen components. A mobile vehicle is mobilized with the power generated from the engine. The motion of the mobile vehicle is converted into electrical energy. The electrical energy is transmitted to an energy control system (4). A portion of the electrical energy of the energy control system is transmitted to electrolyzer.    USE - Method for powering mobile vehicle e.g. truck, hybrid electric vehicle and fuel-celled vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The available forms of energy including the energy that is lost while the vehicle is in motion can be recovered. The cumulative energy that is recovered is converted into electrical energy to power the on-board electrolyzer to produce more hydrogen and oxygen, while the system is in operation and stationary. The passive source of energy such as solar, wind, hydro, etc. can be used to power the non-mobile system incorporating internal or external combustion engine in the place of fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) system for powering automobile;    (2) device for generating electrical power from motion of wheel; and    (3) stationary power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the retrofit system.    Electrolyzer (3)    Energy control system (4)    Engine (27)    Energy buffer (34)    Clutch (44)    Drive shaft (45)    Transmission (46)
NOVELTY - The battery has a housing provided with a rechargeable battery body and wiring terminals that comprise an anode wiring terminal and a cathode wiring terminal. An anode and a cathode of the battery body are respectively connected with an anode wiring end and the cathode wiring terminal. A central processing control panel, a sensor and a direct current (DC) electric switch are connected between the battery body and the anode wiring terminal via a set of circuits. The control panel is connected with a radio receiver and a two-way current switch via another set of circuits.    USE - Rechargeable anti-theft battery for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery has better practicability and provides high anti-theft effect. The battery has charging prompts function, which is able to remotely set the central processing control panel using a remote controller, thus controlling ON/OFF of a vehicle lock. The lock is automatically locked when electric quantity in the battery is reduced to a limit current, thus stopping power output of the vehicle and prompting a user to charge in time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an anti-theft battery of a vehicle.
NOVELTY - The battery pack has several battery modules (40) that are parallely arranged in a battery stack (30). Several couplers (60,61) are mounted on specific portion of battery module. Several projected pawls are arranged in one side of the coupler. Several catching recesses are arranged in other side of the coupler to hold the projected pawls.    USE - Battery pack for use in motor vehicle (claimed) such as car. Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The couplers are mounted on specific portion of battery module such that catching recesses are arranged in one side of coupler to hold projected pawls arranged in other side of coupler. Hence the need of large number of components for coupling the battery modules can be eliminated. The installation cost of the battery pack can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for producing battery pack; and    (2) motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery pack.    Battery stack (30)    Battery modules (40)    Output terminal (41)    Rectangular case (42)    Couplers (60,61)
NOVELTY - The battery (100) has an electrode structure (80) having a positive electrode and a negative electrode (84). A current collecting plate (20) connects a bottomed battery case (10) with the positive electrode or the negative electrode. A portion of the current collecting plate and bottom section (16) of the battery case are fixed to each other by welding. The welding portion is surrounded by a shield structure (40).    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle such as car (from drawings). Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel-cadmium battery and electrical double layer capacitor used in hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, personal computer and other portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The penetration of the foreign material such as welding sputter into the battery case, at the time of welding can be prevented, so that high quality welding can be performed stably and internal resistance of the battery can be reduced. The battery having outstanding performance and high reliability can be manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the battery.    Bottomed battery case (10)    Bottom section (16)    Current collecting plate (20)    Shield structure (40)    Electrode structure (80)    Negative electrode (84)    Battery (100)
NOVELTY - The battery has a sealing cap (210) that is formed with a thin plate which covers opening (201) of housing (200). The peripheral portion of sealing cap is joined to the housing. The center (212) of sealing cap is bent from peripheral edge (211), and is raised upwards towards the outer side of housing. The chamfer (213) is performed to the bent corner of sealing cap. The angle of chamfering is in the range of 30-60 degrees on the basis of bottom face of peripheral edge of sealing cap.    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery for vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery and nickel cadmium battery.    ADVANTAGE - The rigidity of bent corner is low by performing the chamfering so that bent corner can be extended and sealing cap can swell along outer side even when the pressure acts on sealing cap from inner side of housing such that stress acting on junction of sealing cap is relieved and joining defect is reduced and hence the malfunction of battery is decreased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the attachment structure of sealing cap.    Housing (200)    Opening (201)    Sealing cap (210)    Peripheral edge (211)    Center (212)    Chamfer (213)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery has electric current breaker structure which is operated by increase in internal pressure, and positive electrode. The positive electrode has anode mix layer including active material comprising lithium ion transition metal oxide as main component, electrically conductive material and lithium carbonate. The lithium carbonate is provided on surface of electrically conductive material.    USE - Lithium secondary battery is used as power supply for motor vehicle (claimed), personal computer and portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has excellent charging-and-discharging characteristics and blocking property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of lithium secondary battery.    Lithium ion battery (10)    Cylindrical shaped case (20)    Winding electrode component (30)    Positive electrode sheet (32)    Separator sheet (36)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor (1) has a cylindrical portion (25) with upper and lower end openings (25a,25b) respectively occluded with base (35) and covered with lid (27), which is formed along thickness direction of case (21). The state sensor (36) and gas detection elements (31,32) are arranged respectively at center and periphery of base for detecting temperature or humidity in gas detection chamber (26). The to-be-examined gas is introduced into chamber through a port (28) penetrating through lid along axial direction, without overlapping state sensor and detection elements.    USE - Gas sensor for use in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The detection accuracy and detection reliability of temperature or humidity of gas detection chamber can be improved by arranging the state sensor at the center of base.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas sensor (1)    Case (21)    Cylindrical portion (25)    Upper end opening (25a)    Lower end opening (25b)    Gas detection chamber (26)    Lid (27)    Gas introduction port (28)    Gas detection elements (31,32)    Base (35)    State sensor (36)
NOVELTY - A charger (150) has wind fan rotated by resistance force of wind flowing through the air inlet (170). The charger has storage battery connected to driving motor (120). A sensor (160) detects the rotational speed and torque of driving wheel (110). A controller (180) controls air inlet of charger according to the comparison result of detected wheel torque and motor torque.    USE - Electric motorcar for use as cart of golf link, and at leisure area.    ADVANTAGE - Power consumption due to unnecessary operation of charger can be reduced. Hence, delay in power consumption time of storage battery and long distance traveling can be achieved so that efficient driving operation can be performed. Lifespan of storage battery can be extended by providing additional storage battery charged by the charger.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method of controlling electric motorcar.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the electric motorcar having wind power generation system.    Driving wheel (110)    Driving motor (120)    Charger (150)    Sensor (160)    Air inlet (170)    Controller (180)
NOVELTY - The generator (300) has a driving gear (220) generating torque while rotating with liquid ejected from a hydraulic hose (130). A check valve is connected in a wheel (20). A driving shaft (230) delivers torque of the driving gear to the generator, and is extended to a center part of the driving gear. Multiple slave gears (240) are connected to the driving gear, and a rotor generates electricity while rotating to an opposite direction of a tire with the driving shaft. An electricity withdrawal unit is provided for drawing out electricity generated in the generator.    USE - Power generator for applying load to a tire of a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to car, hybrid vehicle, container truck, fork lift truck, excavator, bulldozer, tractor, golf car and electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The generator effectively produces the power without additional loss of the energy used in the vehicle traveling, and enhances energy efficiency of the vehicle. The tire of the vehicle drives according to the power generation, thus providing agreeable ride comfort for an operator and preventing damage of the tire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of a power generator.    Wheel (20)    Hydraulic hose (130)    Driving gear (220)    Driving shaft (230)    Slave gear (240)    Power generator (300)
NOVELTY - A coolant supply mechanism provides a non-reactant coolant (108) such as ram air, to a fuel cell (102). A heat exchanger within the fuel cell receives the non-reactant coolant from coolant supply mechanism and route it through a portion of fuel cell to absorb heat from fuel cell to create heated coolant (110). The heat exchanger discharges the heated coolant from fuel cell. A heat disposal mechanism with turbine (112) receives the heated coolant discharged from exchanger and directs the heated coolant away from fuel cell for driving generator (114).    USE - Fuel cell cooling system for cooling fuel cell e.g. solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) used in aircraft and aircraft subsystem. Can also be used in ships and submarines.    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat disposal mechanism with turbine directs heated coolant away from fuel cell for driving generator, additional electricity is created and the efficiency of fuel cell is increased. Since the heated coolant is recirculated into the incoming non-reactant coolant, the thermal shock is prevented from damaging the fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for thermally managing fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of fuel cell cooling system.    Fuel cell (102)    Non-reactant coolant (108)    Heated coolant (110)    Turbine (112)    Generator (114)
NOVELTY - The structure has a mounting bracket installed between a rear floor (15) of a trunk and left and right supporting plates (13, 14) of a rear seat backrest above the rear floor, where the mounting bracket is fixed with a battery set. The mounting bracket comprises left and right mounting brackets (31, 32), where the left mounting bracket is welded on the rear floor of the trunk and the left supporting plate of the rear seat backrest. The right mounting bracket is welded on the rear floor of the trunk and right supporting plate of the rear seat backrest.    USE - Structure for mounting a battery set such as lithium ion battery and nickel hydride battery (all claimed), for an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The structure saves the space of a trunk without changing the structure of a vehicle, and does not influence placement of spare tire and jack in the trunk.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery set mounting structure.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Left and right supporting plates (13, 14)    Rear floor (15)    Left and right mounting brackets (31, 32)
NOVELTY - The box has an inner space (2) formed at a center of a chamber, and a protector support (3) provided at a front upper part of the inner space. A front lower part of the inner space is provided with a cable clip (6) for fixing a cable, and a rear upper part of the inner space is provided with a starting relay support (8) for mounting a starting relay. A flashing relay support is fixed on a left side of a frame (5) and at a bottom part of the inner space. An oil pump relay support is fixed on an outer wall of the inner space along a front part of the frame for mounting an oil pump relay.    USE - Electric apparatus box i.e. polygonal electric apparatus box (claimed), for a motorcycle storage battery.    ADVANTAGE - The box has rational design, and is simple in structure and convenient to repair. The box saves space. The manufacturing cost of the box is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric apparatus box.    Inner space (2)    Protector support (3)    Frame (5)    Cable clip (6)    Starting relay support (8)
NOVELTY - The combustion apparatus (25) has feed route (L) that supplies pre-mixing gas comprising fuel gas and oxidizing agent gas provided from fuel feed pump and combustion-air pump, to combustion space at the time of premixed combustion. A backfire detector (25f) for detecting backfire in the combustion space and temperature of feed route, is provided in outer wall surface of wall layer (95) forming feed route.    USE - Combustion apparatus of reformer (claimed) used in fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The backfire detector for detecting backfire in the combustion space and temperature of feed route, is provided in outer wall surface of wall layer forming feed route. Hence the need of sensor for detecting flame inside the feed route can be eliminated, and lamination of wire derived out from the sensor can be prevented. The cost of combustion apparatus can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the combustion apparatus.    Combustion apparatus (25)    Backfire detector (25f)    Off-gas supply pipe (72)    Wall layer (95)    Feed route (L)
NOVELTY - A calculation unit acquires reference inlet port pressure at which clogging is not produced, from differential pressure of a primary filter with reference to reference information stored in a primary storage unit, to compute difference of reference inlet port pressure and inlet port pressure. An acquisition unit acquires differential pressure of a secondary filter from the obtained pressure difference, with reference to reference information stored in a secondary storage unit. A determination apparatus determines clogging of filters using differential pressure of filters.    USE - Filter clogging determination system e.g. fuel cell system installed in working vehicle such as bulldozer, hydraulic shovel, and wheel loader.    ADVANTAGE - Differential pressure of secondary filter can be estimated with sufficient precision based on differential pressure and inlet port pressure of primary filter. Increase of required number of objects of sensor can be suppressed while determining the clogging of two filters.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the filter clogging determination process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A carbon material has an average particle diameter of 10-50 mu m and a 30 times tap density of 0.5 g/cc or more. The product of specific surface area and 30 times tap density is 30000-6000/cm. The carbon material comprises graphite crystal having an interlayer distance of 3.4 Angstrom or less as measured by X-ray diffraction measurement with respect to (002) surface.    USE - Carbon material for use in cathode mix used in lithium ion secondary batteries (both claimed) of portable equipment, electric vehicles, and electric storage devices.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon material provides lithium ion secondary batteries having excellent capacitance, charging-and-discharging property, and cycle characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) cathode mix containing the carbon material and an organic-type binder, and having a density of 1.5-1.9 g/cc; and    (2) lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the lithium ion secondary battery.    Positive electrode (1)    Negative electrode (2)    Separator (3)    Battery can (7)    Gasket (8)
NOVELTY - The device has an electric deionization unit (31) which de-ionizes the condensed water recovered from waste gas emitted from a fuel cell main case (1) or reformer (3). A carbon-dioxide recovering unit is provided in a flow path (L26) of the concentrated water that is emitted from the electric deionization device.    USE - Water treatment apparatus with fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon-dioxide recovering unit is provided in the flow path of the concentrated water that is emitted from the electric deionization device and hence the highly purified carbon-dioxide can be utilized effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell main case (1)    Reformer (3)    Water tank (4)    Electric deionization unit (31)    Concentrated water flow path (L26)
NOVELTY - The method involves processing the electrolytic membrane (1) into film form. The electrolytic membrane is heated at superheated steam atmosphere.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrolytic membrane for polyelectrolyte-type fuel cell. Uses include but are not limited to mobile phone, personal computer (PC), digital audio player, camcorder, vacuum cleaner, passenger car, bus, truck, vessel, electric wheelchair and robot.    ADVANTAGE - The durability and dimensional stability of the electrolytic membrane are improved. Mass production of high-quality electrolytic membrane is achieved. The occurrence of shrinkage and curl in the electrolytic membrane during manufacture can be prevented. The electric power generation rate of the fuel cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged view of the presser bar support plate.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Presser bar support plate (2)    Presser bar (3)    Electrolytic membrane path (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves designing a frame in which a conductor line is mounted, where the conductor line is arranged on a direct-bonded-copper ceramic substrate (4). The conductor line is mechanically and electrically connected with the ceramic substrate by a metal vane. A semiconductor element is provided on the ceramic substrate.    USE - Method for manufacturing a power module, particularly a power module for use in hybrid and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The conductor line is mechanically and electrically connected with the ceramic substrate by a metal vane, where a semiconductor element is provided on the ceramic substrate, and hence stable and less-inductive fabrication of the power module, as well as ensures reduced bonded wire and installation space.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a power module structure, particularly for use in hybrid and electric vehicles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a base plate arranged with ceramic substrate and semiconductor elements.    Bonded wire (3)    Direct-bonded-copper ceramic substrate (4)    Contact area (6)    Base plate (8)    Temperature sensor (11)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has an afterburner (20) for completely oxidizing fuel i.e. diesel, present in an exhaust gas of multiple fuel cells (18) i.e. solid oxide fuel cell, in normal operation. The afterburner partly oxidizes additional fuel to occasionally preheat an internal combustion engine (32) of a vehicle and/or to permanently supply heat energy to the combustion engine to start the combustion engine. The afterburner comprises a fuel supply device (22) for supplying additional fuel. The afterburner obtains a thermal output between 5 kilowatt and 15 kilowatt.    USE - Fuel cell system i.e. solid oxide fuel cell system, for use in an internal combustion engine i.e. diesel engine, of a vehicle i.e. lorry (claimed). Can also be used for TV, cell phone transmitter, electrical sliding door, ice machine and/or beverage cooler.    ADVANTAGE - The afterburner is designed such that the afterburner provides the thermal output, even at extremely low temperatures, which is sufficient to maintain temperature of a cooling system of the internal combustion engine at 0 degree Celsius, thus avoiding utilization of freezing components required for operation of the internal combustion engine, and reducing fuel consumption of the vehicle such that pollutant emissions are reduced and unnecessary noise pollution is avoided by the running combustion engine. The afterburner is supplied with additional fuel from a separate fuel supply device in a constructionally simple manner for obtaining appropriate thermal output.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cells (18)    Afterburner (20)    Fuel supply device (22)    Internal combustion engine (32)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (202) has a fluid inlet connector (206), a fluid outlet connector (212), a radiator (220), two fans (222, 222') which are speed-regulated and aligned with the radiator, and a temperature-controlled two-way valve (232) i.e. three-two-way valve. A path (248) is guided through the radiator and a path (254) is guided past at the radiator. The two-way valve sets a mass flow division of fluid to the paths. The two-way valve is regulated based on temperature measured value of a temperature sensor (264).    USE - Fluid cooling apparatus for a fuel cell device in a fuel cell system (claimed) in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature-controlled two-way valve i.e. three-two-way valve, sets a mass flow division of fluid to the paths, so that the operating temperature levels of the fuel cell device can be adjusted in a simple manner. The fluid cooling apparatus is formed as an independent unit, thus enabling universal application of fluid cooling apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system comprising an input terminal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a fluid cooling apparatus.    Fluid cooling apparatus (202)    Fluid inlet connector (206)    Fluid outlet connector (212)    Radiator (220)    Fans (222, 222')    Temperature-controlled two-way valve (232)    Paths (248, 254)    Temperature sensor (264)
NOVELTY - The arrangement (10) has a condenser (18) for liquefying partial volume of a coolant in cooling circuit (16), and an evaporator (14) arranged downstream to the condenser. The evaporator is subjected with the partial volume of the liquefied coolant by a pump device (22) i.e. submerged pump. The pump device pumps the partial volume through the condenser to the evaporator for dissipating heat from an electrical assembly (12). The pump device is arranged in a collection device (20) arranged downstream to the condenser. The device (20) collects the coolant.    USE - Cooling arrangement for cooling a temperature-sensitive device e.g. electrical assembly (claimed) such as lithium ion battery and fuel cell, of a motor vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The evaporator is subjected with the partial volume of the liquefied coolant by the pump device, such that efficient cooling of the temperature-sensitive device of a motor vehicle is achieved with small energy expenditure while enabling comfortable cooling of a passenger compartment of the motor vehicle. The cooling arrangement eliminates the need for a separate cooling agent cycle, so that the arrangement is formed compactly at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for cooling a temperature-sensitive device of a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a cooling arrangement for cooling an electrical assembly of a motor vehicle, where a pump device pumps partial volume of a liquefied coolant through a condenser to an evaporator for dissipating heat from the electrical assembly.    Cooling arrangement (10)    Electrical assembly (12)    Evaporator (14)    Cooling circuit (16)    Condenser (18)    Collection device (20)    Pump device (22)
NOVELTY - The battery has a housing (1), and a high voltage socket with two electrical poles arranged on the housing, where high voltage socket is connected with a high voltage plug (2). A service connector assembly (3) is provided for connecting and disconnecting low voltage circuit, where service connector assembly interacts with high voltage plug such that high voltage plug is pulled from high voltage socket, after service connector assembly is disconnected from battery. The service connector assembly is formed in such a manner that it blocks the locking of the battery at the high voltage plug.    USE - Battery for hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The service connector assembly is provided for connecting and disconnecting the low voltage circuit, where the service connector assembly interacts with the high voltage plug such that the high voltage plug is pulled from the high voltage socket, after the service connector assembly is disconnected from the battery, and service connector assembly is formed in such a manner that it blocks the locking of the battery at the high voltage plug, and hence ensures an improved battery, with which high voltage circuit is safely switched.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective sectional view of a battery.    Housing (1)    High voltage plug (2)    Service connector assembly (3)
NOVELTY - The device has a standardized receiving device, which is fitted for receiving quickly replaceable units with batteries. The device performs at the area of the units with batteries and produces current in the vehicle. A storage is provided for containing the fuel, where the storage contains hydrogen.    USE - Device for power supply of vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The device has a standardized receiving device, which is fitted for receiving quickly replaceable units with batteries, where the device performs at the area of the units with batteries and produces current in the vehicle, and thus avoids the explosion risks, and also ensures that the same vehicle is operated with batteries and with other sources of energy.
NOVELTY - The design has a generator (20) consuming a constant amount of fuel on a per hour basis, and producing alternating current (AC) electrical power to run an electric mower (24) and 110 volt motor. A battery stores excess power generated by the generator, where the excess power is supplied to the mower as supplement power when a vehicle is accelerating or when additional power is required. The generator provides constant power during all driving conditions such that the vehicle's fuel consumption is directly proportional to a product of miles per hour and number of hours.    USE - Energy efficient vehicle propulsion design for a power driven vehicle i.e. hybrid automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The generator provides the constant power during all the driving conditions such that the vehicle's fuel consumption is directly proportional to the product of miles per hour and number of hours, thus producing 110 volts and 220 volts to power the vehicle and the other electrical components of the vehicle without using gasoline powered engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a generator, electric motor and transmission linkup.    Vehicle engine system (10)    Chassis (12)    Frame (14)    Wheels (16)    Transmission (18)    Generator (20)    Electric mower (24)    Variable resistor (32)
NOVELTY - The method involves performing a thermal decomposition process to thermally decompose a waste material (a) e.g. municipal solid waste, and to generate pyrolysis gas (b) and residue (c). A gas reforming process is performed for reforming altitude-advantage hydrocarbon by adding and heating an oxidizing agent. A heat recovery process is performed to collect heat energies from a reformed gas (f) that is produced during the reforming process. Carbonized materials (g) are supplied to an entrance side whose temperature is maintained at specific degrees.    USE - Refuse-disposal method for carrying out reforming of pyrolysis gas from waste material such as industrial waste containing general wastes and flammables, and municipal solid waste, where the pyrolysis gas is recycled into a fuel gas such as gas-engine fuel and fuel cell fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively supplies carbonized materials to the entrance side, thus resulting in adhesion of tar to the carbonized material, reliably collecting the carbonized material and soot by a dust removal bag filter, achieving improvement in energy-recovery efficiency, and preventing trouble of the gas cleanup process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a garbage disposal equipment.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Waste material (a)    Pyrolysis gas (b)    Residue (c)    Reformed gas (f)    Carbonized material (g)
NOVELTY - The jig has a dynamo main body (20) equipped with a grip bar (38), and a movable block (34) provided with a guide rail (31). The guide rail is fixed on top of a base plate (10). The guide rail is provided with a horizontal movable block (32) that is equipped with a set of fixtures (33). The fixtures are mounted in a combined joint (35). A motor support part (36) holds a motor (M), and a guide rod (37) is inserted into the combined joint at an upper side of the motor. A height designation guide (40) adjusts height of the movable block.    USE - Motor securing jig for a measuring apparatus for a vehicle i.e. car, such as hybrid vehicle and fossil fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The jig provides high speed rotations and high-capacity torque of the vehicle, increases the productivity and reduces the cost of the product when the specification of the motor is changed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a motor securing jig.    Motor (M)    Base plate (10)    Dynamo main body (20)    Guide rail (31)    Horizontal movable block (32)    Fixtures (33)    Movable block (34)    Combined joint (35)    Motor support part (36)    Guide rod (37)    Grip bar (38)    Height designation guide (40)
NOVELTY - The system has a venturi tube (2) formed in a front part of a radiator grill. A windmill (3) is formed inside the venturi tube, and an inlet (21) is formed in an outer side of the venturi tube, where wind flows in the inlet. A wind power installation unit (1) provides wind force, where the wind force is ejected to a back plane by operating the windmill. The wind power installation is formed with a vent, and a generator (5) is connected to the wind power installation unit. Wind energy is developed according to the rotation of the windmill that is rotated by wind pressure.    USE - Self-power supply system for a vehicle i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The wind power installation unit effectively collects wind force generated in a front side of a vehicle, thus maximizing the energy generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a self-power supply system.    Wind power installation unit (1)    Venturi tube (2)    Windmill (3)    Shaft (4)    Generator (5)    Inlet (21)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a purge line (29) for ejecting mixing gas through a purge valve (25) that is installed at a hydrogen recycle line (23) in a fuel system. Steam is passed through another purge line (26) to a water trap (50) from a fuel cell stack (10). The mixing gas is ejected in the water trap, and purge lines (28, 29) are connected to a humidifier (32). The mixing gas is passed out from the humidifier, and air is produced from an air electrode of the fuel cell stack when the stack is diluted by the air.    USE - Hydride fuzzy apparatus for a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus increases the purge effect by using the dual fuzzy formula. The mixing gas is ejected by using the purge valve of the water trap in high load condition, and the flooding phenomenon is reduced. The degradation of the cell performance can be prevented, and the stability of the fuel cell can be improved. The amount of the condensed water can be reduced, and volume of the water trap is reduced. The road freezing phenomenon can be decreased in the water trap, thus reducing amount of the water directly ejected in the road.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hydride fuzzy apparatus.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell stack (10)    Hydrogen supply system (20)    Hydrogen recycle line (23)    Hydrogen recirculation blower (24)    Purge valve (25)    Purge lines (26, 28, 29)    Fuel supply apparatus (30)    Air blower (31)    Humidifier (32)    Water trap (50)
NOVELTY - The battery has an electrode stack in which a recurring unit is laminated, where the recurring unit includes an electrode and a separation film (210). Multiple conductive sheet layers (240) are electrically connected to an electrode lead. A material of each conductive sheet layer is selected from a group consisting of aluminum, copper, nickel, iron, zinc, lead and titanium. Each conductive sheet layer is in contact with an anode electrode (220) and a cathode electrode (230). Each conductive sheet layer is electrically connected to an opposite side of the electrode lead.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery for use as a power source of an electronic product and vehicle e.g. hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), electric vehicle (EV) and low emission vehicle (LEV), in an info-communication industry. Uses include but are not limited to a nickel-cadmium battery, a nickel-hydrogen electric cell, a nickel-zinc cell, a cylindrical battery, a prismatic-type battery and a pouched-type battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery efficiently prevents the danger of firing due to an electrical surge or explosion, and improves stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of an electrode stack.    Separation film (210)    Anode electrode (220)    Cathode electrode (230)    Conductive sheet layer (240)
NOVELTY - The assembly (100) has an internal space in which hydrogen fuel is charged. An air supply part (130) is covered on top of a fuel supply part (110). Multiple cell parts (120) are perpendicularly arranged in the fuel supply part. Electricity is generated by an electric chemical reaction of the hydrogen fuel supplied from the fuel supply part. The hydrogen fuel is stored in an internal space, and is ejected through multiple hydrogen holes. A hydrogen exhaust pipe (112) is installed in the assembly for ejecting the hydrogen fuel of predetermined amount.    USE - Fuel cell assembly for a vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly facilitates the measurement of the unit cell. The repairing and replacement of the assembly is facilitated, and the maintenance of the fuel cell is facilitated. The assembly is lightweight, and achieves smooth exhaustion of the water generated during fuel reaction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell assembly.    Fuel cell assembly (100)    Fuel supply part (110)    Hydrogen exhaust pipe (112)    Cell part (120)    Air supply part (130)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a solenoid valve (15) installed in a flow path (16), and an ejector (5) connected to the flow path. A hydrogen recirculation apparatus (11) re-circulates reactionless hydrogen passing through a fuel cell stack (3). A hydrogen tank (2) is connected to the fuel cell stack. Another solenoid valve (13) is installed between the ejector and the hydrogen tank. A flow rate/pressure control valve (18) is installed between the solenoid valve (13) and the ejector, which is connected to the fuel cell stack. A blower (10) is installed in the system for supplying the hydrogen gas.    USE - Hybrid type hydrogen supply system for a fuel cell vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The system increases the power of blower by additionally forming the flow path. The system excessively operates the blower by increasing the supply flux of the high-pressure hydrogen gas when the recirculation flow increases. The load of the blower is reduced. The blower uses the motor of low capacity, so that the fuel cell stack output is minimally used. The cost of blower can be reduced, and the durability of blower is improved. The system is miniaturized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a hydraulic circuit diagram of a hybrid type hydrogen supply system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Hybrid type hydrogen supply system (1)    Hydrogen tank (2)    Fuel cell stack (3)    Ejector (5)    Blower (10)    Hydrogen recirculation apparatus (11)    Solenoid valves (13, 15)    Flow path (16)    Flow rate/pressure control valve (18)
NOVELTY - The engine has a jet system inputting high pressure gas into an impeller chamber, and an exhaust outlet formed inside the impeller chamber, where the impeller chamber includes a jet hole and an air inlet. High pressure gas from the jet hole is utilized for generation of driving force. Outer resistance air current from the air inlet is utilized for generating auxiliary power. The air inlet includes a large outer opening and a small inner opening. The impeller chamber is divided into a left impeller chamber and a right impeller chamber.    USE - Wind and gas engine for use in a motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The engine utilizes high pressure gas generated as power, thus avoiding fuel consumption, generation of waste gases and hot gas emission. The impeller is driven through outer resistance air current so as to realize generation of auxiliary power, so that outer resistance air current is utilized for low energy consumption and making a motor vehicle to run at a high speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a motor vehicle comprising a brake turbocharging system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of a wind and gas engine of a motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The engine has an impeller room and impellers that are provided inside the impeller room, and a wind inlet and a wind outlet provided in the impeller room. The wind inlet is installed in a front end of a motor vehicle for collecting external wind resistance gas flow in the front end of the motor vehicle. Power generated by the impeller is outputted to be directly used for providing assistant power for the motor vehicle. The impeller room is provided with a left impeller room and a right impeller room.    USE - Wind and gas engine for use in a motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The engine avoids fuel consumption, waste gas and hot gas emission, and is utilized for converting the wind resistance gas flow to mechanism power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of a wind and gas engine.
NOVELTY - The plate has a graphite layer and a carbon layer, where thickness of the graphite layer is 0.1-500 millimeter and thickness of the carbon layer is 0.1-5 millimeter. The graphite layer is provided to cover the carbon layer, and the graphite layer and the carbon layer are connected together without boundary by mesophase carbon micro beads in a self-sintering mode. A bipolar plate blank of a proton converting film fuel cell is obtained with an integrated flow channel. Room temperature is cooled for preparing the bipolar plate blank.    USE - Composite structure proton converting film fuel cell bipolar plate.    ADVANTAGE - The plate saves high temperature graphitization process for obtaining high conductive thermal conductivity and is useful for mass production. The plate reduces the production cost and saves the energy. The plate provides high performance with low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a composite structure proton converting film fuel cell bipolar plate preparation method.
NOVELTY - The method involves dipping stone coal containing vanadium in acid to obtain leachate containing tetravalent vanadium, where the leachate is mixture of sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid and sodium hypochlorite. The leachate is extracted by two sections after removing impurity. The reducing agent i.e. sodium thiosulfate, is utilized in a impurity removing step during extraction, where the dosage of the sodium thiosulfate is 1.5 to 2.0 times of mass of iron in solution and the leaching time is 2 to 3 hours.    USE - Method for preparing electrolyte of all-vanadium ion redox flow battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces the preparation cost of the electrolyte of the all-vanadium ion redox flow battery, and recycles the extracting agent. The leachate is extracted by the sections after the impurity is removed, thus obtaining the high-purity vanadyl sulfate solution.
NOVELTY - The system has a battery unit (1) formed by serially connecting multiple battery modules through normally closed contacts (k1) that are controlled by a battery management module. Two ends of a serially connected circuit are electrically connected with an electric source control end of the battery management module. The battery management module is in communication connection with an electric motor management module. An anode and a cathode of each battery module are electrically connected with normally closed contacts (k2) controlled by the battery management module.    USE - Battery redundancy system for an electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The electric automobile has certain driving capacity even when few battery modules are damaged, so that the system can drive for a long distance to reach the maintenance place. The system guarantees the safety of the battery unit. The system improves the driving reliability of the vehicle. The system is suitable for use at places with less electric automobile maintenance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a battery redundancy system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Normally closed contacts (k1, k2)    Electric automobile drive motor (M)    Battery unit (1)
NOVELTY - The car has trolleys mounted at two sides of door leaves and fixedly mounted on a crossbar, and an inhaul cable for winding on the trolleys. An end of the inhaul cable and bottom of a fan leaf are connected with each other, and an end of the crossbar is provided with a driving motor. An upper sensor assembly is mounted at a corner position of a folded guide way, and a lower sensor assembly is mounted at a lower portion position of a back end of the folded guide way. A rolling door starting button is provided in a cab.    USE - Cabinet type electric mail car for transporting mails to home in non-city places, small street and narrow-area.    ADVANTAGE - The car satisfies the requirement of mail service and short-distance mail delivery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a cabinet type electric mail car in partial section.
NOVELTY - The device has wind boxes whose ends are allocated with wind outlets opposite to the wind inlets. Ventilation hole ducts are formed by a wind guide inclined surface parts close to wind inlets located between wind inlets and wind outlets. Inner edges of the ventilation hole ducts are provided with fan pieces, and rotating shafts of the fan pieces are linked with a generator. The rotating fan pieces drive the generator to generate electricity, and the electricity generated by the generator is charged in a battery jar of a vehicle.    USE - Electric motor car electricity supplementing device.    ADVANTAGE - The electricity generated by the generator is charged in the battery jar of the vehicle, so that the vehicle obtains the electricity compensation anytime during traveling to prolong the travel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electric motor car electricity supplementing device.
NOVELTY - The structure has an object containing box provided with a maintenance opening, and a battery cover sealing the opening. The battery cover is provided with multiple outer combined edges, and a leak-proof groove is formed between inner and outer retaining walls. The leak-proof groove matches a leak-proof flange, where the battery cover is inserted in the maintenance opening to enable the inner retaining wall to be butted against a butting shoulder part. The outer retaining wall covers an outer side of the leak-proof flange so that the battery cover is combined at the opening.    USE - Battery cover combined structure for a motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The outer retaining wall covers the outer side of the leak-proof flange, so that the battery cover can be stably combined at the maintenance opening.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery cover combined structure.
NOVELTY - The bus has a solar panel group fixed on top and four sides of a bus body. A battery group and a power management system are fixed at a rear part at a lower layer of the bus body. A deceleration system and a driving motor are fixed on a chassis of the body. The power management system is connected to a vehicle accelerator, a battery group, a driving motor and an instrument module, respectively. The power management system controls two-circuit power to charge a battery.    USE - Double layer solar tourism sightseeing bus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a double layer solar tourism sightseeing bus.
NOVELTY - The automobile has a permanent magnet brushless direct current motor installed in a motor system with a little-groove and little-pole structure. A mounting structure of the permanent magnet brushless direct current motor is equipped with an outer rotor or an inner rotor. A motor structure is equipped with nine grooves and eight rotors. Stator straight grooves are distributed uniformly with equal shape. Rotor magnetic steel is embedded into the rotor to be arranged in radial and cutting directions.    USE - Electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The automobile is simple in structure and process. The automobile can realize low speed and high torsion work, thus improving the stability of the automobile. The automobile dose not need to output and reduce the speed by the gear box. The manufacturing cost of the automobile is effectively reduced. The automobile enhances the demands of the consumer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric automobile.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a hydraulic device (13) mounted on a chassis (6). A telescopic rod (9) is provided with the hydraulic device. A solar battery (3) is mounted on the telescopic rod, and a lower part of a driver seat (7) is provided with a seat jack (11). A front part of the chassis is provided with a pull rod (2), where the pull rod has left and right parts connected with each other by a lock (1). An operation rod (4) is placed on the chassis in a foldable manner, where the seat is retracted on the chassis by the seat jack.    USE - Folding double-power power-assisted vehicle i.e. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle sufficiently makes use of the solar energy, runs with safety, and performs in parking anti-theft property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a folding double-power power-assisted vehicle.    Lock (1)    Pull rod (2)    Driver seat (3)    Operation rod (4)    Chassis (6)    Driver seat (7)    Telescopic rod (9)    Seat jack (11)    Hydraulic device (13)
NOVELTY - The cover has a skeleton whose one end is hinged with a fork and another end is extended out, and a battery box cover body connected on the skeleton. The battery box cover body is adapted to an extending part of the skeleton in a concave seat mounting position. A seat mounting hole is formed in the battery box cover body, where the skeleton is fixed in the seat mounting position. A gas spring mounting base is connected on the skeleton, and the cover body is made of glass steel.    USE - Skeleton-type battery box cover for a battery fork lift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The skeleton is fixed in the battery box cover body, and the driver seat and the gas spring mounting base are connected on the skeleton, which is served as the main stressed part for bearing the gravity of the driver, thus improving the strength of the battery box cover body, while the groove is fixed on one side the battery box cover body in the seat mounting position and used for holding goods such as tea device and files, so that the cover is convenient for the driver. The design of the cover is humanized, and the lug is hinged with the whole fork to make the battery box cover body detachably connected on the skeleton around the lug. The opening angle of the cover can reach 90 degrees, so that the battery is changed smoothly and safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a skeleton-type battery box cover for a battery fork lift truck.    Extended lug (1)    Concave groove (2)
NOVELTY - The electric motor bicycle has a battery (10) and a rotatable bearing (21), which is fixed and selectively delivers power of a motor (4) to an axis middle portion of two drive sprockets (9,14). The motor is provided for generating power to the latter driver sprocket through a chain (13). An accelerator lever (11) is installed at a handle part. A steering wheel (2) is fixed in a back-end of a plate (5) and the former drive sprocket.    USE - Electric motor bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The motor is provided for generating power to the latter driver sprocket through a chain, and an accelerator lever is installed at a handle part, and thus ensures convenient operation of electric motor bicycle without discomfort.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric motor bicycle.    Steering wheel (2)    Motor (4)    Plate (5)    Drive sprockets (9,14)    Battery (10)    Accelerator lever (11)    Chain (13)    Bearing (21)
NOVELTY - The cell consists of an electrically conductive board (12) which is hermetically sealed with solid electrolyte film (6) covering the outer surface (9a) of internal electrode (9) by sealing material (13). A porous bonding material (17A) is provided between internal electrode and electrically conductive board. A connection material (14) consisting of electroconductive material or electroconductive filler is provided in the porous bonding material so as to contact the internal electrode and conductive board.    USE - Electrochemical cell e.g. solid oxide fuel cell. Can also be used in high temperature steam electrolysis cell, oxygen pump, decomposition cell for decomposition of nitrogen oxide and sulfur oxide (SOx) in exhaust gas of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electrical connection is maintained in the direction of connection material even when a gap is produced between conductive board and bonding material by heat-shrink of bonding material, the increase in resistance value between internal electrode and conductive board can be suppressed, Thus the generation of conduction defect can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional views of the electrochemical cell.    Solid electrolyte film (6)    Internal electrode (9)    Outer surface of electrode (9a)    Electrically conductive board (12)    Sealing material (13)    Connection material (14)    Porous bonding material (17A)
NOVELTY - An electrode active material contains fluorene-phenylene alternating copolymer(s). The fluorene ring of the alternating copolymer is bonded with phenylene ring by 2-position and 7-position. The bonding position of phenylene ring with respect to fluorene ring is same.    USE - Electrode active material is used for electrode for electrical double layer capacitor, electrochemical capacitor and secondary battery (all claimed) such as lithium secondary battery used as power supply for electric vehicle, diesel car, hybrid vehicle and gasoline-powered car.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery comprising the electrode active material has high operating voltage, capacitance, energy density, output characteristics and cycle characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode which has active material layer containing electrode active material.
NOVELTY - A composite electrode has active material layer containing composite of fluorene-phenylene alternating copolymer(s) and carbon nanotube(s). The fluorene ring of the alternating copolymer is bonded with phenylene ring by 2-position and 7-position. The bonding position of phenylene ring with respect to fluorene ring is same. The carbon nanotube has specific surface area 600-2600 m2/g.    USE - Composite electrode is used for electrical double layer capacitor, electrochemical capacitor and secondary battery (all claimed) such as lithium secondary battery used as power supply for electric vehicle, diesel car, hybrid vehicle and gasoline-powered car.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery comprising the composite electrode has high operating voltage, capacitance, energy density, output characteristics and cycle characteristics.
NOVELTY - The membrane electrode assembly (100) has an anode catalyst layer (120a) and a cathode catalyst layer (120c) containing electrode catalyst layer and polyeletrolyte which is arranged facing both surfaces of solid polymer electrolyte membranes (110). A void is formed in electrode catalyst layer by mercury intrusion technique and having a diameter of 0.045-0.060 mu . A vacant structure is formed in electrode catalyst layer and the ratio of half value width of vacant structure with respect to peak height of diameter of void is below 0.045 mu /cm3g-1.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly for polymer electrolyte fuel cell mounted in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The outstanding performance of electric power generation can be obtained even in high humidification conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operating method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the membrane electrode assembly.    Membrane electrode assembly (100)    Solid polymer electrolyte membrane (110)    Anode catalyst layer (120a)    Cathode catalyst layer (120c)    Anode side gas diffusion layer (140a)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack (10) has an end plate (24a) with a hole (30b) for discharge of fluid, cooling medium or reactive gas along lamination direction of laminated structure of electrodes and electrolytic membrane. The cooling medium inlet manifold (50a) and cooling medium outlet manifold (50b) which are made of resin are connected to the end plate through hole. The upper side bracket (62a) and lower side bracket (62b) are arranged to protect the manifolds.    USE - Fuel cell stack mounted in vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The wall portion is arranged in contact with brackets when the wall portion in housing of vehicle deforms into the side of resin-made manifolds. Thus the deformation damage to the resin-made manifolds by the deformation of wall portion in housing of vehicle is prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell stack (10)    End plate (24a)    Hole (30b)    Cooling medium inlet manifold (50a)    Cooling medium outlet manifold (50b)    Upper side bracket (62a)    Lower side bracket (62b)
NOVELTY - The separator has a concave groove (24) for supplying the coolant to cool the surface of metal substrate (21). The concave groove (23) which supplies reactive gas to electrode is formed on surface of metal substrate. The concave groove (23) is formed with micro porous-like shaped porous structure consisting of gas-liquid. The metal substrate is made of enameling iron, iron alloy, pure copper, copper alloy, aluminum and aluminum alloy.    USE - Separator for fuel cell mounted in portable electric equipment and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the concave groove is formed with micro porous-like shaped porous structure consisting of gas-liquid, the thickness and weight of the separator can be reduced, contact resistance of the separator can be reduced and the electric power generation efficiency of the separator can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the separator for fuel cells.    Metal substrate (21)    Conductive resin (22)    Concave grooves (23,24)    Electrically conductive resin ink layer (25)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has positive electrode containing electrode active material particles comprising inorganic compound having different composition in the surface. The inorganic compound is not oxidized or reduced during charging/discharging process, and does not undergo exothermic reaction or produce a lithium salt at 80 degrees C or less. The inorganic compound undergoes exothermic reaction and produces a lithium salt at 80 degrees C or more, and shows exothermic peak at temperature lower than the exothermic peak temperature of the electrode active material.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery such as lithium ion battery and polymer battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, notebook personal computers, personal digital assistant, electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Since the lithium salt can be decomposed by the temperature rise in the battery, the rapid oxidation of the positive electrode active material and lithium salt is inhibited, and a reliable non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery with high output characteristics is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has positive electrode containing positive electrode active material particles, negative electrode containing negative electrode active material particles, and non-aqueous electrolyte containing lithium salt. The surface of the positive electrode material particles contains inorganic compound having different composition. The inorganic compound is not oxidized or reduced during charging/discharging process, and does not undergo exothermic reaction or produce a lithium salt at 80 degrees C or less. The inorganic compound undergoes exothermic reaction and produces a lithium salt at 80 degrees C or more, and shows exothermic peak at temperature lower than the exothermic peak temperature of the positive electrode active material.
NOVELTY - An estimation unit estimates the dryness of a solid polymer electrode membrane. A cooling control unit cools the fuel cell using cooling water circulated through a cooling water circuit, when the dryness of the electrolyte membrane is below a predetermined level. The fuel cell is cooled using both the circulated cooling water and water sprayed in mist form towards an air electrode, when estimated dryness exceeds the predetermined level.    USE - Solid polymer fuel cell system mounted on vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the fuel cell is cooled using circulated cooling water and sprayed water, the evaporation of moisture content from the electrolyte membrane is prevented and hence fall of electric power generation performance of the fuel cell system by dryness of the electrolyte membrane is prevented. The fuel cell system can be made compact by eliminating the need for providing condenser and water tank separately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the operation of control apparatus of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1) has membrane electrode assembly (10) having diffused layer (13) on sides of catalyst layer (12) that is stacked on surfaces of electrolytic membrane (11). A serpentine gas flow path is formed in a pair of separator (20) so that gas is made to flow into surface of diffused layer. A turn portion (32) is provided to change gas flow direction. A catalyst layer (12a) is located in thickness direction of electrode assembly facing turn portion. An antifreezing agent is provided in turn portion diffused layer (13a) and wall surface (26) of separator.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor vehicle such as ecology car.    ADVANTAGE - The freezing of water in fuel cell can be prevented by providing the antifreezing agent in the diffused layer of turn portion and wall surface of separator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows perspective view of the fuel cell.    Polymer electrolyte fuel cell (1)    Membrane electrode assembly (10)    Electrolytic membrane (11)    Catalyst layers (12,12a)    Diffused layer (13)    Diffused layer of turn portion (13a)    Separator (20)    Wall surface (26)    Turn portion (32)
NOVELTY - The battery block has a battery unit (22) that is formed by stacking several square batteries (1). A pair of end plate (20) is arranged in both end surfaces of the battery unit. A coupler (21) is connected with the pair of end plate. The end plate insert molds or removes molding of a reinforcement metal to the insulating plastics (24) and it insulates the surface of reinforcement metal by insulating plastics.    USE - Battery block for supplying electric power to motor of electric vehicles e.g. hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - Since the surface of reinforcement metal is insulated by insulating plastics, excellent insulating property is achieved in end plate and many square batteries are fixed reliably in ideal state with high capacity and simple structure. Since the wide end plate is connected with intermediate separator, the end plate is connected firmly with wide width.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of battery block. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    End plate (20)    Coupler (21)    Battery unit (22)    Insulating plastics (24)
NOVELTY - The membrane electrode assembly (MEA) block (7) has a frame (6) having a fuel gas supply manifold hole, oxidizing agent gas supply manifold hole, cooling water supply manifold hole (15), fuel gas discharge manifold hole, oxidizing agent gas discharge manifold hole and cooling water discharge manifold hole. A water permeable sheet (40) contacts a polymer electrolyte membrane (2) and forms a portion of a porous wall opposing the cooling water supply and discharge manifold holes.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly block for fuel cell (claimed) e.g. polyelectrolyte fuel cell (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to fuel cell system of domestic co-generation system, motor vehicle e.g. two-wheeled motor vehicle, domestic electrical appliance, portable electric apparatus e.g. portable computer, mobile telephone, portable audio equipment and portable information terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The capability of the polymer electrolyte membrane is improved and the degradation of the durability of the polymer electrolyte membrane is prevented by humidifying the polymer electrolyte membrane and maintaining the polymer electrolyte membrane in a moderate water retaining state. A compact and cheap fuel cell is provided by eliminating the need for adding a new special apparatus for the fuel cell for humidifying the polymer electrolyte membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the MEA block.    Polymer electrolyte membrane (2)    MEA (5)    Frame (6)    MEA block (7)    Cooling water supply manifold hole (15)    Water permeable sheet (40)
NOVELTY - An electrical storage device has a positive electrode (5) containing a nitroxyl compound having N-oxo-ammonium cation partial structure (I) in oxidation state, and nitroxyl radical partial structure (II) in reduction state, and an electrolyte solution containing phosphate ester. The positive electrode delivers and receives an electron between oxidation state and reduction state.    USE - Electrical storage device is used as backup power supply of personal computer, auxiliary power supply for electric vehicle and portable device.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical storage device comprises nitroxyl compound which shifts standard oxidation reduction potential of positive electrode to noble direction and the open electromotive force is increased, and hence has high energy density and power density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrical storage device has a positive electrode containing a nitroxyl compound having N-oxo-ammonium cation partial structure of formula (I) in oxidation state, and nitroxyl radical partial structure of formula (II) in reduction state, and an electrolyte solution containing phosphate ester. The positive electrode delivers and receives an electron between oxidation state and reduction state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the perspective view of the electrical storage device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Negative electrode collector (1)    Insulation packing (2)    Negative electrode (3)    Separator (4)    Positive electrode (5)
NOVELTY - An electrode has active material layer containing active material and binder, provided in the surface of a collector. The binder comprises a functional group containing oxygen atom which can be coordinated with lithium ion, in the molecular structure. The binder is polyvinyl alcohol or polymethacrylic acid. The active material contains graphite.    USE - Electrode for lithium ion secondary battery used in assembled battery for vehicles (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to fuel cell vehicles, motorbikes, passenger cars, trucks, electric trains and buses.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode improves the charging and discharging efficiency of the batteries and reduces irreversible capacitance during the initial charging of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of laminated flat non-bipolar type lithium ion secondary battery.    Lithium ion secondary battery (10)    Positive electrode collector (11)    Positive electrode (12)    Electrolyte layer (13)    Negative electrode (15)
NOVELTY - A clad filter material comprises perforated resin layer having fine through-hole along thickness direction, laminated on surface(s) of felt-type resin fiber layer.    USE - Clad filter material is used as substance permeable film of fuel cell. Can also be used for collector of secondary battery and capacitor, holder of catalyst and solid-liquid-separation treatment material.    ADVANTAGE - The clad filter material has excellent durability, and controls transmission rate of liquid fuel, and improves fuel efficiency and suppresses fuel loss.
NOVELTY - A supporting catalyst contains boride of zirconium, hafnium, niobium, tantalum and/or chromium.    USE - Supporting catalyst is used for catalyst electrode (claimed). Can also be used for polymer electrolyte fuel cell used for mobile telephone, notebook computer, motor vehicle, domestic cogeneration system and power station.    ADVANTAGE - The supporting catalyst has excellent chemical stability. The catalyst electrode formed using the supporting catalyst has excellent power generation characteristics and durability. The deterioration of catalyst electrode by generation of hydrogen peroxide and oxidation reduction is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for catalyst electrode, which comprises platinum group metal or catalyst metal of an alloy which is supported by the supporting catalyst.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the trilateral cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Working electrode (1)    Counter electrode (2)    Reference electrode (3)    Electrolyte solution (4)    Potentiostat (5)
NOVELTY - An electrode active material contains alkali-metal-containing metal fluoride (I).    USE - Active material for electrode used as positive electrode of nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery (both claimed) for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode active material provides inexpensive and safe secondary battery with high energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrode active material contains alkali-metal-containing metal fluoride of formula (I): Ax+2MxN'1-x.    A=alkali metal;    M=trivalent metallic element;    N'=tetravalent metallic element;and    x=0-1.
NOVELTY - A biaxially-oriented laminated film is obtained by laminating a layer (A) containing polyester resin, and two or more layers of layers containing polyolefin resin.    USE - Biaxially-oriented laminated film is used as reinforcement material for solid polymer electrolyte membrane for fuel cell for motor vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The biaxially-oriented laminated film has excellent hydrolysis resistance and mechanical strength.
NOVELTY - A carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst contains platinum, and copper (5-25 atomic%). The carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst oxidizes carbon monoxide in mixture of gas containing carbon monoxide and oxygen to carbon dioxide.    USE - Carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst is used for fuel for polymer electrolyte fuel cell for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst has high catalyst activity at low temperature, and efficiently oxidizes carbon monoxide in hydrocarbon modification system at low temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst, which involves dispersing a support in aqueous solution, adding a platinum precursor, a copper precursor and a reduction adjuvant in the aqueous solution and irradiating electron beam in the aqueous solution; and    (2) carbon monoxide oxidation apparatus, which oxidizes carbon monoxide generated when modifying hydrocarbon and generating hydrogen gas, using carbon monoxide oxidation catalyst. The carbon monoxide oxidation apparatus is hydrocarbon modification system which modifies hydrocarbon and generates hydrogen gas.
NOVELTY - The porous carbon base sheet has short carbon fibers bound and dispersed with resin carbonized material. The porous carbon base sheet comprises of at least two layers having different pore mode diameter values. The pore mode diameter values are set to satisfy the condition 1.2 less than or equal to D1 divide by D2 less than or equal to 4, where D2 is the minimum pore mode diameter value and D1 is the maximum pore mode diameter value.    USE - Porous carbon base sheet used as material for gas diffusion body of polymer electrolyte fuel cell used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a porous carbon base sheet that has high drain property, and that can be used as a material of a gas diffusion body of a polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor vehicles which require high power density. Ensures that the fuel cell, made using the porous carbon base sheet, can be used for high electric power generation performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the porous carbon base sheet manufacture method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a graph showing the pore volume distribution of the porous carbon base sheet. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A stainless steel comprises (in mass%) chromium (16-45), silicon (3 or less), manganese (3 or less), titanium (2 or less), vanadium (2 or less), zirconium (2 or less), niobium (2 or less), molybdenum (7 or less), and/or tungsten (7 or less). A sigma phase is deposited to the surface vicinity, when the content of chromium, silicon, titanium, vanadium, zirconium, niobium, molybdenum and tungsten satisfy a specified relation. The stainless steel has a structure having crystal grain of diameter 5 mu m or more.    USE - Stainless steel is used for polymer electrolyte fuel cell for power supply for electric vehicles, portable generators and fixed-generators.    ADVANTAGE - The economical stainless steel provides polymer electrolyte fuel cell having excellent durability, electroconductivity even if the frequency of start-atop increased, and low contact resistance for long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A stainless steel comprises (in mass%) chromium (Cr) (16-45), silicon (Si) (3 or less), manganese (Mn) (3 or less), titanium (Ti) (2 or less), vanadium (V) (2 or less), zirconium (Zr) (2 or less), niobium (Nb) (2 or less), molybdenum (Mo) (7 or less), and/or tungsten (W) (7 or less). A sigma phase is deposited to the surface vicinity, when the content of chromium, silicon, titanium, vanadium, zirconium, niobium, molybdenum and tungsten satisfy relation: Q=(Cr)+(Si)+(Ti)+(V)+1.5((Zr)+(Nb)+(Mo))+0.5(W), where the value of Q is 18 or more. The area ratio of the sigma phase exposed to the surface is 1% or more. The stainless steel has a structure having crystal grain of diameter 5 mu m or more. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of single cell of a polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Membrane-electrode assembly (1)    Gas diffusion layer (2,3)    Separator (4,5)    Air flow path (6)    Hydrogen flow path (7)
NOVELTY - A Bellofram (70) is positioned between valve chest (52) and valve main portion (60). A deformative diaphragm (74) is positioned in an auxiliary chamber (54), to divide auxiliary chamber into two chambers (54A,54B) among which one has air release opening (84). A support shaft (65) is seated or spaced apart about the main portion by deformation of diaphragm, by penetrating the partition plate (51) and connecting between diaphragm and valve main portion. A compressed gas supply discharge opening (92) is provided in one auxiliary chamber and receives supply or discharge of compression gas.    USE - Shut-off valve for fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell and phosphoric acid fuel cell, in fuel cell system (claimed) mounted in vehicle such as vessel and aircraft. Can also be used in industrial machines.    ADVANTAGE - The opening and closing of valve can be controlled only by controlling the supply of compressed gas. Therefore the necessity for separately providing the drive valve for controlling the differential pressure of auxiliary chambers can be avoided. Also the structure of whole system with the shut-off valve can be simplified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Partition plate (51)    Valve chest (52)    Auxiliary chambers (54,54A,54B)    Valve main portion (60)    Support shaft (65)    Bellofram (70)    Deformative diaphragm (74)    Air release opening (84)    Compressed gas supply discharge opening (92)
NOVELTY - Ion conducting polymer, containing heteroaromatic units respectively with at least two nitrogen- or phosphorus atoms or at least one nitrogen- and at least one phosphorus atoms, is new, where: at least two of the existing nitrogen and/or phosphorus atoms of the heteroaromatic units are coordinated with a Lewis acid, so that the heteroaromatisc units contain a negative charge, and the negative charge are balanced by a cation in corresponding quantity.    USE - The polymer is useful in fuel cells, batteries, accumulators, capacitors, sensors and solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The polymer exhibits high ion conductivity. The polymer used in the electrochemical cell exhibits high reaction speed, low poisoning of the cell by carbon monoxide, an easy intercourse with water and/or in the reaction of discharged heat, an improved integration capability of fuel cells based on its availability in higher reaction temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the preparation of the polymer.
NOVELTY - The stack has a base plate (14) supporting fuel cells (12), and a cover (16) that partially envelopes the cells stacked over each other. The cover is made of electrically insulating material i.e. ceramic, for electrical insulation of the cells. A metal cover is provided for guiding of cathode gas and cooperates with the plate. The metal cover envelopes the cover with the fuel cells. The metal cover is fastened by a sealing (20) at the base plate. The sealing is made of ceramic paper and provided between the cover and the cells. The sealing and the cover are designed as a single component.    USE - Fuel cell stack for use in a fuel cell system (claimed) for an internal combustion engine or a gas turbine.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing is provided between the cover and the fuel cells, thus improving the guidance of the cathode gas through the stack without power loss. The sealing and the cover are designed as the single component, thus simplifying the integration of the fuel cell stack in the fuel cell system, and simplifying the manufacturing of the fuel cell stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a stack of fuel cells on a base plate with a cover.    Fuel cells (12)    Base plate (14)    Cover (16)    Sealing (20)    Connections (28, 28')
NOVELTY - The new periodic trapezoid-like form structure increases the gas flow velocity in the fuel cell plates channel and hence improves the catalysis reaction performance in the catalyst layer, which states that the convective heat transfer is enhanced. This state-of-the-art gas flow channel with a trapezoid-like form designed is superior to the straight geometry field form of fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte is obtained by dissolving electrolytic salt in non-aqueous solvent, and contains 0.01-10 mass% of carboxylate ester compound (I).    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) and electrical double layer capacitor used as power supply of electric storage apparatus, electric vehicle and electronic devices such as mobile telephone and notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery containing the non-aqueous electrolyte has excellent performance, cycle characteristics and storage stability even at high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte is obtained by dissolving electrolytic salt in non-aqueous solvent, and contains at 0.01-10 mass% of carboxylate ester compound of formula: CC-C(-R1)(R2)-O-C(=O)-CH=CH2-R3 (I).    R1,R2=H or 1-6C alkyl;and    R3=H, methyl or - CH2CO2CR1R2CCH.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery which contains non-aqueous electrolyte, positive electrode and negative electrode.
NOVELTY - Carbon obtained by polymerizing an alkylphenol and an aldehyde compound, and heating the obtained chain-shaped or mesh-shaped polymer at 800-980 degrees C in an inert-gas atmosphere.    USE - Manufacture of carbon. Uses include but are not limited to electrodes of electrical-double-layer capacitors, dry cells, fuel cells, lithium ion capacitors, and lithium ion secondary batteries, piezoelectric sensors, catalyst supports, supports used in chromatography, and adsorption agents.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of carbon having low specific surface area.
NOVELTY - The method involves connecting a core line (21) of an electric wire (10) to the wire connecting portion (31) of a terminal metal fitting. A water proof resin (40) is arranged to permeate the gap between the metal wires adhering to the core line connected to the wire connecting portion. A shrinkable tube (50) is extrapolated into the resin surface of the wire connecting portion. The resin is arranged to permeate the gap between the metal wires of the core line by shrinking the shrinkable tube.    USE - Method for manufacturing electric wire with terminal metal fitting (claimed) for electric vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to battery, inverter and motor.    ADVANTAGE - The permeation of the water into the electric wire can be prevented easily by the resin that penetrates into the gap between the metal wires by the shrinkable tube.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electric wire with terminal metal fitting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric wire with terminal metal fitting.    Electric wire (10)    Core line (21)    Wire connecting portion (31)    Resin (40)    Shrinkable tube (50)
NOVELTY - A polypropylene porous film contains polypropylene resin, and particles on surface(s) the porous film. The polypropylene resin has ( beta )-crystal fraction of 50% or more. The particles have density of 1000-50000 piece/mm2, and softening point of 180 degrees C or more or does not have softening point. The polypropylene porous film has dynamic friction coefficient of 0.1-0.6 between the surfaces.    USE - Polypropylene porous film used as separator for electrical storage device such as lithium ion battery (all claimed) for hybrid vehicles, and capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The polypropylene porous film has high altitude porosity, air permeability, hole diameter, heat resistance and workability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of polypropylene porous film.
NOVELTY - A roughened stainless steel plate has a roughened surface with surface roughness of 0.3-2 mu m on a surface of a steel plate containing a ferrite type stainless steel comprising chromium (16-40 mass%) and molybdenum (0.2-5 mass%). The roughened surface of the steel plate has contact resistance of 10 m Omega .cm2 or less with respect to roughened surface of the other steel plate by contacting with contact pressure of 1 MPa.    USE - Roughened stainless steel plate is used for separator of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed) for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer electrolyte fuel-cell separator is formed using the roughened stainless steel plate economically, without using noble metal. The polymer electrolyte fuel-cell separator has excellent electroconductivity. The roughened surface of the stainless steel plate has reduced contact resistance with respect to contact portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for separator of polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the vehicle-mounted polymer electrolyte fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Separator components (1,2)
NOVELTY - The device has a magnetic driving part for moving a driving part, and a sealed section for airtight sealing of gas i.e. fluoro sulfone gas, in a gas filling part (S1), where the section includes resin i.e. thermosetting resin or room temperature vulcanizing resin. The sealed section accommodates the parts. An insulating member (12) is welded on a top region of an airtight can (18). Fixed electrodes (8, 9) and a gas pipe are passed via a surface of the insulating member. An outer girth (18a) is formed on top of the can, and an airtight protrusion (18b) is formed in the girth.    USE - Electromagnetic switching device for use between a storage battery and a direct power conversion device of an electromobile. Uses include but are not limited to a hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle, golf cart and a fork lift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The device prevents the gas leakage from the junction between the insulating member and the gas pipe, and reduces the number of junction sealed hermetically with welding. The sealing failure of junction is prevented and the reliability of the device is improved. The air-tightness of the device can be secured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of an electromagnetic switching device.    Gas filling part (S1)    Fixed electrodes (8, 9)    Insulating member (12)    Airtight can (18)    Outer girth (18a)    Airtight protrusion (18b)
NOVELTY - The electric driving training car has a brushless direct current (DC) motor (1) included power system, a power transmission connecting device, en electric appliance power supply and a brake boosting system. The brake boosting system has an electric oil free type vacuum air pump (16) with its anode connected with the power output end of an ignition switch (17), and the cathode connected with iron. The air inlet of the electric oil free type vacuum air pump is connected with the air outlet of the vacuum air pump of the original driving training car.    USE - Direct current electric driving training car.    ADVANTAGE - The technical performance and the operating feeling are the same as the original driving training car, as the air inlet of the electric oil free type vacuum air pump is connected with the air outlet of the vacuum air pump of the original driving training car, and the air outlet of the electric oil free type vacuum air pump is smooth. The electric driving training car is energy efficient, environment friendly, low in total usage cost and is convenient to charge.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the direct current electric driving training car.    Brushless DC motor (1)    Battery pack (4)    Vehicular intelligent charger (5)    Electric oil free type vacuum air pump (16)    Ignition switch (17)
NOVELTY - Construction features and means: a rubber rod directly contacts a ground; a tire rotates to press a piston rod to move upwards thereby driving air pressure and causing an electric motor to rotate and generate electricity, where the air pressure is delivered to an air tube a pneumatic bellows, through an air motor having a motor spindle connecting to a cylinder core of a vehicle. Furthermore, a cylinder motor rotates to provide the vehicle with torques thereby providing the vehicle with gasoline and energy conservation features. Magnetic field revolves around a pneumatic rotating motor generating ACG, for causing the generating device to generate electricity to be supplied to the motor. A cylindrical piston rod rotates upwards and downwards in the cylinder, while neighboring silicon steel plates rub against coils to generate electricity to be supplied to the motor, and charge the battery. When the tires are of insufficient pressure, an air tube may be connected to the cylinder for pumping the tires.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a card-type metal fuel cell. It provides energy for the portable electronic equipment. However, the traditional chemical-cell for the power of these equipments not only requires long recharging time, but also its stored power is not enough for the usage of a long period. The fuel cell has a much higher energy density than the one of the traditional chemical-cell. It solves the problems of long recharging time, insufficient power-storage of traditional chemical-cell. Since metal fuel cell has the advantages of operating at room temperature to replenish the fuel storage easily and safely, cheap fuel price, and the highest energy density per unit weight in the fuel cell. Consequently, it becomes the best fuel cell that is suitable for the usage of portable electronic equipment. The card-type metal fuel cell of this invention can be mass-produced quickly by one-piece engineering plastics with high-efficiency bonding. It utilizes colloidal metal fuel containing electrolytes, and is exempted from flowing leakage of electrolytic fluid, and drying easily. The cathode of the battery utilizes highly efficient catalytic carbon electrode, it achieves a higher current density with less cell area. Therefore, the card-type metal fuel cell is a high-performance, practical and economic metal fuel cell for portable electronic equipment.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a current collector end plate of flow field. According to the invention, a current collector plate, a flow field plate and an end plate are integrated into a single plate so that the gas-leaking phenomenon among the current collector plate, the flow field plate, and the end plate can be completely avoided. Also, the problem of high contact impedance between the current collector plate and the flow field plate can be eliminated. Fabrication of the current collector end plate of flow field mainly involves molding (such as molding and injection molding) conductive plastic materials to form fluidic channels of the flow field plate inside the conductive plastic materials. Following that, insulating plastic materials on the other side of the current collector plate are cured to form the end plate.
NOVELTY - The present invention provides a flow-field current collector, which is able to overcome the problem in having high contact impedance and gas leakage between a current collector and a flow-field board by forming the flow-field board on the current collector or forming the current collector on the flow-field board. In forming the flow-field board on the current collector, conductive plastic material (i.e., plastic material with conductivity) on the current collector is shaped by molding (such as thermal pressing or injection molding) to form the flow field of the flow-field board in the conductive plastic material. In forming the current collector on the flow-field board, metal slurry, glue or paste (e.g., silver paste) on the flow-field board is coated and cured to form the current collector on the flow-field board.
NOVELTY - The present invention provides a sandwich flow-field board. A substrate has two surfaces respectively formed thereon a first flow field of a first flow-field board and a second flow field of a second flow-field board. In forming the flow-field boards on the two surfaces of the substrate, conductive plastic material (i.e., plastic material with conductivity) on the substrate is shaped by molding (such as thermal pressing or injection molding) to simultaneously form the first flow-field and the second flow field of the flow-field boards in the conductive plastic material.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1A) has several inlet ports (2a-2c) provided in the vehicle interior by a predetermined space and several exhaust ports (4a-4c) provided in exhaust path (3) by a predetermined space. A switch (5) is arranged between the inlet and exhaust ports. The switch is equipped with a control unit to switch the connection of inlet ports and outlet ports, when the measured temperature distribution in vicinity of rear tray (202) becomes a predetermined value.    USE - Exhaust apparatus for air conditioning system mounted in vehicle such as electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The flow path of exhaust gas can be switched, so that the exhaust gas can be collected and utilized efficiently for cooling of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the exhaust apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Exhaust apparatus (1A)    Inlet ports (2a-2c)    Exhaust path (3)    Exhaust ports (4a-4c)    Switch (5)    Rear tray (202)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has battery electronic control unit (ECU) (26) that determines charging rate of battery (20). A storage device (60) stores map data (61) comprising position of charging equipment outside car. The engine is stopped while the charging rate of battery exceeds the value according to the sum of electric current required for start-up of engine by starter motor (32) and electric current determined according to distance from vehicle to charging equipment.    USE - Automatic stop control apparatus of internal combustion engine of motor vehicle e.g. car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The internal combustion engine is stopped automatically while the charging rate of battery exceeds the value according to the sum of electric current required for start-up of engine and electric current determined according to distance from vehicle to charging equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the automatic stop control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Automatic stop control apparatus (1)    Battery (20)    Battery ECU (26)    Starter motor (32)    Storage device (60)    Map data (61)
NOVELTY - The silencer (1) has an exhaust flow path (8) through which exhaust gas is circulated inside a cylindrical portion (2). A convex shaped portion (5) is integrally formed with the cylindrical portion so that it protrudes in the inward of cylindrical portion. An engaging element (7) is formed in a sound absorbing material (6) for engaging with the convex shaped portion.    USE - Silencer for fuel cell and internal combustion engine of exhaust system in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The silencing effect and drain property of sound absorbing material are improved efficiently, while preventing positional offset along circumferential direction of sound absorbing material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the longitudinal cross sectional view and cross sectional view of the silencer.    Silencer (1)    Cylindrical portion (2)    Convex shaped portion (5)    Sound absorbing material (6)    Engaging element (7)    Exhaust flow path (8)
NOVELTY - A flow-path switching unit switches circulation state for heat radiation for circulating warm water through the circulation path (R2) for heat radiation and circulation path (R1) for tank. Sending of warm water from storage tank (2) to hot-water supply path (4) is stopped, to thermally radiate potential heat of warm water of storage tank, after satisfying hot-water-storage setting conditions. The flow-path switching unit is switched to both warm-water circulation state and heat-medium circulation state, when operation of auxiliary heater is stopped.    USE - Co-generation system for domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - A co-generation system that performs heat-radiation driving operation at low energy consumption can be easily provided, without the need of performing heating operation of auxiliary heater, as flow-path switching unit is switched to both warm-water circulation state and heat-medium circulation state by operating respective pumps, when operation of auxiliary heater is stopped, and hence deterioration of quality of warm water can be reduced, while achieving appropriate supply of warm water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the co-generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cogeneration apparatus (1)    Storage tank (2)    Supply channel (3)    Hot water supply path (4)    Circulation path for tank (R1)    Circulation path for heat radiation (R2)
NOVELTY - Residence time according to temperature range of battery assumption place in predefined period is acquired. Residence time for each temperature range of battery assumption place is shortened on the basis of acquired residence time, and heat cycle is acquired. The temperature of battery is changed during predetermined evaluation period, based on the heat cycle.    USE - Evaluation method of battery e.g. lithium ion battery (claimed) used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery temperature can be evaluated based on temperature range of battery assumption place, thus deterioration of lifetime of battery can be evaluated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery evaluation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the battery evaluation process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The pulse discharge of fixed electric current from a battery is performed for a fixed number of times at a frequency of 50 Hz. The difference in voltage before starting pulse discharge and after completing pulse discharge is computed. The discharge capability or deterioration degree of battery is determined based on the computed voltage difference.    USE - Method for detecting discharge state of battery used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The discharge capability or the deterioration degree of battery, and the voltage drop by reaction resistance of the battery can be determined accurately with high precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery state detector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a battery state detection processing. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an exhaust gas acceleration unit (50) having a reducer pipe (51) with a cross-sectional area decreasing from one end side towards the other end side and a diffuser pipe (52) connected to the minimum sectional area portion of the reducer pipe and having a cross-sectional area increasing from one end side towards the other end side. The exit side edge (20a) of an exhaust pipe (20) discharging exhaust gas from a fuel cell is arranged in the exhaust gas acceleration unit.    USE - Fuel cell system for motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The discharge pressure of the air supply source required for discharging exhaust gas is reduced with a simple structure and an efficient output is obtained from the fuel cell system during operation at normal pressure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the exhaust gas acceleration unit.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Exhaust pipe (20)    Exit side edge (20a)    Exhaust gas acceleration unit (50)    Reducer pipe (51)    Opening (51a)    Diffuser pipe (52)
NOVELTY - The tool has standing-up surfaces (2) which are provided in both sides of a main structure (1) that electrically connects electrode terminal (t) of battery cell (C). A heat radiation portion (3) provided in the outer side of the standing-up surfaces has several parallel heat sinks (4) that are arranged in up-down direction at preset intervals.    USE - Tool for connecting battery such as lithium ion battery and nickel cadmium battery used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat radiation portion having several parallel heat sinks arranged in up-down direction at preset intervals is provided in outer side of standing-up surfaces, the heat generated at the time of electricity supply is efficiently radiated from the heat radiation portion. The rise of temperature of the connection tool is suppressed. The temperature produced inside the battery is absorbed from the electrode terminal and radiated through the heat radiation portion so that rising of temperature of the battery is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery connection tool.    Main structure (1)    Standing-up surfaces (2)    Heat radiation portion (3)    Heat sink (4)    Battery cell (C)    Electrode terminal (t)
NOVELTY - The module battery has several projection portions (14c,16e) that are formed in negative electrode collector (14) and positive electrode current connection lead (16) used as welding point with a bottom face of metal armored can (17) and sealant (18) respectively. Several projection portions (22b,21a) are formed in upper and lower sides of metal connection element (20) to weld with bottom face of can and sealant respectively. The several projections are formed such that concentric circles formed by projection portions (14c,22b) and projection portions (16e,21a) are equal.    USE - Module battery e.g. alkaline storage batteries such as nickel-hydrogen storage battery and nickel-cadmium battery for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and pure electric vehicle (PEV).    ADVANTAGE - Since the concentric circles formed by several projection portions are equal, the shortening of electrical current path in the connection portion between the cells along radial direction can be attained. The connection resistance between cells is reduced and hence becomes possible that the output loss of the battery module can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of battery module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Negative electrode collector (14)    Projection portions (14c,16e,21a,22b)    Positive electrode current connection lead (16)    Metal armored can (17)    Sealant (18)    Metal connection element (20)
NOVELTY - An anode (1a) and a cathode (1b) of a fuel cell main portion (1) are sealed during the stop of a fuel cell power generation device. A concentrated water drain line (L24) of an electric deionization apparatus (31) performing deionization of condensed water in a water collection tank (4) is connected with the anode or cathode during the stop of the fuel cell power generation device.    USE - Stop method of fuel cell power generation device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation is performed stably for a long period of time by preventing the deterioration of electrode even at the time of performing start and stop of the fuel cell power generation device repeatedly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic block diagram of the fuel cell power generation device.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell main portion (1)    Anode (1a)    Cathode (1b)    Water collection tank (4)    Deionization apparatus (31)    Concentrated water line (L24)
NOVELTY - The device has a water collection equipment that collects the reaction generated water, combustion generated water and exhaust heat discharged from a fuel cell main structure. The exhaust gas discharged from the water collection equipment is mixed with exit air of air cooling/exhaust heat processing apparatus (8), and discharged to exterior.    USE - Fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust gas is discharged efficiently to the exterior, without producing white smoke.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the fuel cell power generating device.    Air cooling/exhaust heat processing apparatus (8)    Air-outlet duct (8a)    Fuel cell power generating device main structure (20)    Exhaust pipe (21)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell power generating device has more quantity of pure water in battery cooling water tank (7) during starting of electric power generation, than during modification reaction before starting the electric power generation. The water quantity is increased during stop process of fuel cell power generating device.    USE - Fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The supply of pure water required for modification reaction can be continued, even when pure water is not generated during starting process due to absence of electric power supply to electric deionization apparatus. Hence stabilized starting of fuel cell generating device is ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (1)    Modifier (2)    Burner (4)    Battery cooling water tank (7)    Electric deionization apparatus (10)
NOVELTY - A negative electrode collector (14) is welded to active material uncoated portion (12c) of cadmium negative electrode plate (12) of coil-shaped electrode group (10a), and positive electrode collector (15) is welded to active material uncoated portion (11c) of nickel positive electrode plate (11) of electrode group. Electroconductive thin film (16) is arranged between active material uncoated portion (12c) and negative electrode collector, and between active material uncoated portion (11c) and positive electrode collector.    USE - Alkaline storage battery such as nickel-cadmium battery. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen storage battery used for electric vehicle, electrically-driven motorbike, bicycle, power tool.    ADVANTAGE - The wattles current flowing on the surface of the collector can be reduced at the time of welding of collector. The welding quality can be stabilized and the welding strength of the collector can be improved so that damage to the collector can be reduced. The generation of short circuit by the electrode group can be prevented so that the reliability of the alkaline storage battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of alkaline storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the electrode group.    Coil-shaped electrode group (10a)    Nickel positive electrode plate (11)    Active material uncoated portion of nickel positive electrode plate (11c)    Cadmium negative electrode plate (12)    Active material uncoated portion of cadmium negative electrode plate (12c)    Negative electrode collector (14)    Positive electrode collector (15)    Electroconductive thin film (16)
NOVELTY - A water tank (4) collects and stores condensed water from the fuel cell combustion waste gas. An electric deionization apparatus (10) deionizes the condensed water. An absorption remover (20) installed in one or more places chosen from the drain line (L19), recycled water supply line (L20) and condensed water discharge line (L21) absorbs the hexavalent chromium contained in condensed water.    USE - Fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - Deposition of the hexavalent chromium inside the system equipments while deionizing the condensed water is prevented by the hexavalent chromium absorption remover installed in one or more places chosen from drain line, recycled water supply line and condensed water discharge line.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Water tank (4)    Electric deionization apparatus (10)    Absorption remover (20)    Drain line (L19)    Recycled water supply line (L20)    Condensed water discharge line (L21)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell stack (12) which is arranged in the center console of a fuel cell electric vehicle. An ion exchanger (34) is arranged on a frame (44) which supports the fuel cell stack, at the lowest portion of a coolant circuit (10). An under cover having a shape corresponding to the ion exchanger is detachably provided in the lower portion of the ion exchanger.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The under cover can be removed and the exchange operation of the ion exchanger can be simply performed in short time, while arranging the ion exchanger at the place where the space of the vehicle interior is not limited, so that space of the vehicle interior can be used effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of the coolant circuit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Coolant circuit (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Ion exchanger (34)    Coupling mechanism (40a)    Frame (44)
NOVELTY - The ion exchanger (34) has closed type left and right valves (74,102) in the region into which the refrigerant is introduced. The valves are in closed state when the female connector (70) in the side of piping is removed from male connector (68) in the side of ion exchanger.    USE - Ion exchanger for fuel cell used in electric vehicle (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the closed type left and right valves are provided in the region into which refrigerant is introduced, the exchange operation of ion exchanger is made simple and the exchange time is reduced. The leading-out of refrigerant to the exterior is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views of the coupling mechanisms. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Ion exchanger (34)    Male connector (68)    Female connector (70)    Left valve (74)    Right valve (102)
NOVELTY - The ion exchanger has a coupling mechanism (40a) that detachably couples a male connector (68) with a female connector (70). The valves (74,102) of male and female connectors are in closed state, and attachment or detachment region is sealed by a sealing ring (98) of female connector while coupling male and female connectors.    USE - Ion exchanger for fuel cell for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since attachment or detachment region is sealed by sealing ring while coupling male and female connectors, the washing liquid does not flows into the fluid passage side of coolant. Hence washing of piping is performed easily. Since coupling mechanism detachably couples male connector with female connector, the exchange operation is performed efficiently so that replacement time is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating the detaching operation of male and female connectors. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Coupling mechanism (40a)    Male connector (68)    Female connector (70)    Valves (74,102)    Sealing ring (98)
NOVELTY - The capacitor has anode and cathode electrodes (4,7) which form polarizing electrode layers (3,6) on either surface of collectors (2). The electrodes, separator (8) and capacitor element (1) are overlapped and wounded. A cylindrical metal casing (11) is provided to accommodate capacitor element with electrolyte solution. A sealing element (10) is provided to seal opening of meat casing. The outer periphery of capacitor element is provided with non-formation portion by which polarizing electrode is not formed on exposed surface of cathode electrode.    USE - Wound type electric double layer capacitor used in vehicle-mounted electric brake system and auxiliary power supply assistance of battery used in hybrid car and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric potential balance of anode and cathode is not collapsed since the degradation of separator due to decomposition reaction by electrolyte solution is prevented even if charging/discharging operation is performed quickly by heavy current using the non-formation portion such that effective and highly reliable wound type electric double layer capacitor with longer life and less characteristic degradation is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows perspective view of the wound type electric double layer capacitor.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Capacitor element (1)    Collectors (2)    Polarizing electrode layers (3,6)    Anode electrode (4)    Cathode electrode (7)    Separator (8)    Sealing element (10)    Metal casing (11)
NOVELTY - The power supply control apparatus has an electronic control unit (ECU) (1) that includes a voltage determination unit (11) which determines the energy stored in a battery (22) based on the terminal voltage of a voltage sensor (23). The ECU controls electric power supplied from a battery to electric loads (31-33) of a vehicle. A priority setting unit (13) determines priority level for the electric loads with respect to the supplied electric power based on the level of electric energy stored in the battery and vehicle speed.    USE - Power supply control apparatus for vehicle (claimed) e.g. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the priority level for the electric loads is set based on the electric energy stored in the battery and vehicle speed, battery is securable and appropriate priority level is determined hence convenience to user is improved. The level of electric power generated by the generator is determined based on the vehicle speed with a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the power supply control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    ECU (1)    Voltage determination unit (11)    Priority setting unit (13)    Battery (22)    Voltage sensor (23)    Electric loads (31-33)
NOVELTY - The rotary electric machine has rotor (2) rotatably supported by stator (4) with predetermined gap. A radio frequency identification (RFID) tag (1) provided with temperature sensor is arranged in rotor. The RFID tag has electric power generation circuit that generates electric power using guidance power generated by the change of magnetic flux of rotor. The temperature sensor senses temperature of rotor by using the generated electric power. The sensed temperature information is transmitted to RFID tag reading and writing terminal (5) connected to vehicle controller (6).    USE - Permanent-magnet type rotary electric machine e.g. motor used in motor vehicle (claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the rotor can be detected precisely without any error by RFID tag provided with temperature sensor, without the need for attaching wired temperature sensor with rotor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic view of the rotary electric machine and sectional view of the rotor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    RFID tag (1)    Rotor (2)    Stator (4)    RFID tag reading and writing terminal (5)    Vehicle controller (6)
NOVELTY - The converter has several phase arms that is provided with upper and lower arm switching element to which a diode is connected in series. The phase reactors respectively are connected in the mid point of the phase arms. A common connecting end is equipped with a common reactor (90) that interconnects the phase reactors.    USE - Direct current (DC)/DC converter for fuel cell vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The common connecting end is equipped with the common reactor that interconnects the phase reactors and thus the size of the DC/DC converter is reduced. The generation of excessive surge voltage is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the surge voltage countermeasure component assembly.    Common reactor (90)    Surge voltage countermeasure component assembly (200)    Bus path (202)    Phase line path connector (204u-204w)    Center line path connector (208)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle (1) has a center console (60) provided with battery box (20) accommodating battery (21) arranged at backside of fuel cell (10). The inlet ports (30) introduce air inside battery box through piping (23) located in the center console. The inlet port (31) warm-ups the wall surface at the fuel cell side of vehicle through tip of piping. A control apparatus (40) adjusts temperature of battery by selectively releasing inlet ports based on detection signal from battery-temperature sensor (24) and inlet port-temperature sensors (33,34).    USE - Fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of battery can be adjusted effectively without introducing air from vehicle interior or air-conditioning equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view illustrating the structure of fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Fuel cell (10)    Battery box (20)    Piping (23)    Battery-temperature sensor (24)    Air-introducing inlet port (30)    Warm up-inlet port (31)    Inlet port-temperature sensors (33,34)    Control apparatus (40)    Center console (60)
NOVELTY - The power supply relay control apparatus (3) receives power supply from a battery and supplies power supply to vehicle-mounted computer (1). The apparatus emits a signal with respect connected computers when voltage of main power supply battery (7) drops below a primary preset voltage. The apparatus supplies power form auxiliary power supply (2) when secondary voltage is lower than primary voltage level.    USE - Power supply relay control apparatus for computer of car navigation system.    ADVANTAGE - The power consumption of the computer can be economized as the computer is operated in power saving mode by emitting a signal when voltage of main power supply drops below predefined voltage is detected.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power supply relay control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of power supply relay control apparatus.    Vehicle-mounted computer (1)    Auxiliary power supply (2)    Power supply relay control apparatus (3)    Power supply control unit (4)    Main power supply battery (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a turbine (9) and a compressor which is partly driven by the turbine or is electrically driven. The turbine and the compressor are firmly coupled by a shaft (8), which is mounted on the flow-output side of the turbine.    USE - Apparatus for supplying air, particularly for a fuel cell arrangement having multiple fuel cells (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The turbine and the compressor are firmly coupled by a shaft, which is mounted on the flow-output side of the turbine, and hence ensures that air supply is kept oil free.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an apparatus for supplying air, particularly for a fuel cell arrangement.    Fuel cell arrangement (1)    Air supply (2)    Drive shaft (4)    Shaft (8)    Turbine (9)
NOVELTY - The truck (1) has an electric traction drive unit e.g. asynchronous motor, driven by an internal combustion engine e.g. diesel engine. An energy storage (25) i.e. electro-chemical storage such as high-power battery, is arranged outside of an engine compartment (4) in the truck. The electric energy storage is fastened or arranged at a driver protection roof (3) of the truck. The electric energy storage is arranged at a rear side of the roof, where the rear side faces a counterbalance (9). The energy storage is provided with a cooling device.    USE - Industrial truck i.e. counterbalance fork lift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage i.e. electro-chemical storage, is arranged outside of the engine compartment in the truck, thus enabling favorable positioning of the energy storage, and enabling good accessibility to the energy storage for service and maintenance works, while ensuring boundary conditions of the truck and vision of the driver. The energy storage i.e. electro-chemical storage, is arranged outside of the engine compartment at the truck, thus preventing effect of heat from the engine and power electronics, on the energy storage to provide effective cooling of the energy storage so as to increase service life of the energy storage, while enabling retrofitting of the truck in simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an industrial truck.    Industrial truck (1)    Driver protection roof (3)    Engine compartment (4)    Wheels (6)    Lifting frame (7)    Counterbalance (9)    Energy storage (25)
NOVELTY - The device has a vehicle with a hybrid drive (8). A coolant circuit (15) of the hybrid drive, particularly the cooling fluid circuit of an internal combustion engine (9) or an electric generator (10), is coupled to a building heating-hot water circuit by bypassing a vehicle radiator (16).    USE - Device for use with vehicle (Claimed) for heating or power supply of building, particularly a house.    ADVANTAGE - The coolant circuit of the hybrid drive, particularly the cooling fluid circuit of an internal combustion engine or an electric generator, is coupled to a building heating-hot water circuit by bypassing a vehicle radiator, and thus enables to provide an improved, economical, low-maintenance and energy-efficient heating and power supply device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a vehicle with a hybrid drive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the hybrid drive of the vehicle and its connections to the building supply installations.    Hybrid drive (8)    Internal combustion engine (9)    Electric generator (10)    Coolant circuit (15)    Vehicle radiator (16)
NOVELTY - The conditioner has a keypad box and a text display, where the conditioner directly provides energy required for operation of the conditioner to an energy storage to be discharged. Amount of energy to be discharged is directly inputted as an amount of charge or as a target value in percentage of a nominal value of the energy storage. A connection of the energy storage takes place by two discharge cables and two measuring cables to directly measure voltage to the storage.    USE - Battery conditioner i.e. processor controlled discharging device, for selective discharging of an electric energy storage in an automobile industry.    ADVANTAGE - The conditioner is mobile, and directly provides the energy required for operation to the energy storage to be discharged, thus avoiding the need for a power supply, and providing the conditioner with long discharging time, without errors, and hence discharging the energy storage at a defined charging state in a fast and automatic manner, and avoiding cost-intensive prearrangement and synchronization of defined discharged energy storages. The conditioner provides capacitance testing of the associated energy storage.
NOVELTY - The method involves performing pressure-processing an un-processed ceramic green sheet with metal die for roughening the surface of the ceramic green sheet (1). The metal die is peeled from the roughened surface by providing air ejection ports on the metal die.    USE - Manufacturing method of ceramic green sheet used for solid oxide fuel cell (claimed) used for generating electric power for motor vehicle, business use and household use.    ADVANTAGE - The ceramic green sheet is manufactured easily and uniformly with the desired surface roughness. The use of the ceramic green sheet in the fuel cell improves the electric power generation as the contact area with the electrode is large and the adhesiveness with the electrode is high.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for ceramic green sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the metal die for manufacturing ceramic green sheet.    Ceramic green sheet (1)    Upper side central metal die (2)    Lower side central metal die (3)    Upper side square-shaped metal die (4)    Lower side square-shaped metal die (5)
NOVELTY - The system (12) has a measurement unit (3) which measures the OCV of a lead battery (1) while stopping vehicle. The measured OCV is corrected by the dark current, deterioration degree, and temperature flowing through the battery while stopping the vehicle. The remaining-capacity of the lead battery is estimated by a microcomputer (10) by substituting the corrected OCV to preset relational expression.    USE - Battery state detection system for motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the OPV of the lead battery is corrected by dark current, deterioration degree, and temperature flowing through the battery while stopping the vehicle, the remaining capacity of the lead battery is estimated with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the motor vehicle with battery state detection system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Lead battery (1)    Temperature sensor (2)    Measurement unit (3)    Microcomputer (10)    Battery state detection system (12)
NOVELTY - The system has an arithmetic unit measuring electric current flowing into a lead battery. The arithmetic unit computes direct current internal resistance corrected to a predetermined temperature by substituting a remaining capacity of the lead battery in an estimated temperature to a map or a relational expression, which defines temperature, the remaining capacity of the lead battery, and a relationship of internal resistance. The arithmetic unit determines a grade of deterioration of the lead battery based on the computed direct current internal resistance.    USE - Battery i.e. lead battery, state determination system for a motor vehicle (claimed) e.g. gasoline-engine vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The system determines the grade of deterioration of the lead battery with high precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a deterioration state determination process performed by CPU of a battery state determination system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The industrial vehicle accommodates several batteries (20) in the mounting portion that is arranged in step shape. The oil-level of the battery is viewed from the side of a vehicle portion.    USE - Industrial vehicle such as wheel loader used in construction site.    ADVANTAGE - The exchange operation of the battery is improved by checking the oil level of the battery easily and quickly. The batteries that are arranged in step shape are collectively wired, so that the wiring complexity is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of the wheel loader.    Back vehicle main portion (2B)    Battery (20)    Battery cable (21)    Box (24)    Lid (24a)
NOVELTY - A conductive substrate (12) is arranged in a chamber (51). The pressure in the chamber is reduced. A mixed gas atmosphere of fluorine gas and inert gas is created in the chamber. The surface of the substrate is dry etched. A carbon film is formed on the surface.    USE - Method for manufacturing electrode collector for lithium-ion battery for use as power supply for electric motor onboard vehicle like hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By forming highly conductive carbon film on the substrate, the electrode collector having superior collecting performance is manufactured. By using fluorine gas mixed with inert gas, the substrate surface etching rate is increased. The oxide film formed on the substrate surface can be removed easily and the collector manufacturing efficiency can be improved. By etching substrate and forming carbon film, the cathode is adhered well to the cathode composite layer. The battery characteristics like low internal resistance, high output characteristic, high durability and stable quality are ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode collector manufacturing apparatus;    (2) battery; and    (3) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the electrode collector manufacturing apparatus.    Conductive substrate (12)    Chamber (51)    Gas introducing mechanism (54)    Substrate retaining mechanism (55)    Carbon film forming portions (56a,56b)
NOVELTY - The van has a main body provided with a front drive bridge (11) at a front part, and a motor (12) integrally connected to the front drive bridge through a spline. The motor is connected to a controller (9) through a lead. A speed governor (8), an ignition switch (10) and an advancing direction control switch (13) are connected to the controller through the lead, where the advancing direction control switch comprises a forward gear and a backward gear. A rechargeable battery (7) is connected to the controller through the lead.    USE - Hybrid low-speed van.    ADVANTAGE - The van is provided with the electric drive at the front drive bridge, so that the van is driven by hybrid power to reduce exhaustion of tail gases and to improve social effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hybrid low-speed van.    Rechargeable battery (7)    Speed governor (8)    Controller (9)    Ignition switch (10)    Front drive bridge (11)    Motor (12)    Advancing direction control switch (13)
NOVELTY - The car has front and back wheels driven by wheel hub motors (6). A middle part of frame surface layer is provided with a solar photovoltaic system (15). Left and right sides of frame surface layer is provided with foldable extension type main wings (16). A backside of the frame surface layer is provided with movable auxiliary wings (17). The left and right sides of a tail part are provided with rotary balance wings (20) that are controlled by telescopic rods (21). Passenger seats (23) and an external power charging interface (24) are equipped in the car.    USE - Solar generating flyable electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The car realizes energy conservation and emission reduction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar generating flyable electric car.    Wheel hub motors (6)    Solar photovoltaic system (15)    Foldable extension type main wings (16)    Movable auxiliary wings (17)    Rotary balance wings (20)    Telescopic rods (21)    Passenger seats (23)    External power charging interface (24)
NOVELTY - The energy storage device has pair of electrodes that is configured by forming layer of carbon nanotubes (12) on an electric conductor (13). A binding region is formed by electrically connecting one end of the carbon nanotube to the electric conductor. A decoupled region is formed in which one end of the carbon nanotube is not connected with electric conductor. The one end of the carbon nanotube connected to binding region is pushed over sideways to cover the decoupled region. A water-repellent film on conductor in decoupled region is made of fluorine material.    USE - Energy storage device e.g. electrochemical capacitor and lithium ion secondary battery mounted in electronic device such as mobile telephone and notebook personal computer and transport device (both claimed) such as hybrid vehicle and bicycle. Can also be used in electrical double layer capacitor, lithium ion capacitor, organic battery and medical device.    ADVANTAGE - The ionization of catalyst metal and the substrate metal is prevented and the flow of reaction current into the carbon nanotube is prevented such that the metal outflow reaction to the electrolyte solution is prevented and the reliability of the storage device is improved. The performance of the electronic device and the transport device is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of energy storage device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the carbon nanotube electrode.    Catalyst metallic particle (11)    Carbon nanotube (12)    Conductor (13)
NOVELTY - The lithium ion secondary battery (20) has a winding group (15) within a battery can (17), in which several positive and negative electrodes plates (1,3) are arranged. The positive electrode plate has lithium magnate-made anode-mix layer (2) on both surfaces of aluminum foil. The negative electrode plate comprises cathode-mix layer (4) made of amorphous-carbon powder that is formed on both surfaces of rolling copper foil. mechanochemical processing of amorphous-carbon powder is carried-out on the surface of graphite powder.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery for power supply of motor vehicle such as electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid type electric vehicle (HEV) used in industrial application. Can also be used in portable equipment such as visual information retrieval (VIR) camera, notebook computer and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The cathode-mix layers in negative electrode plate are made of amorphous-carbon powder which is mechanochemical processed on surface of graphite powder. Thus high-output can be achieved and the lifetime of battery can be improved. Charge capacitance property and electro conductivity during charging or discharging operation can be improved. Occlusion of lithium ion can be restricted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the lithium ion secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Positive electrode plate (1)    Anode-mix layer (2)    Negative electrode plate (3)    Cathode-mix layer (4)    Winding group (15)    Battery can (17)    Lithium ion secondary battery (20)
NOVELTY - The material has a fluorine element formed on an oxygen column by using an ammonium fluoride, and an initial lithium compound metal oxide part heated by low-temperature heat-treating process in 500 degree Celsius, where the material is made from zirconium, aluminum, magnesium, cesium, sodium, rubidium, titanium, silver, calcium, strontium, copper, iron, manganese, nickel, tin, zinc, boron, bismuth, chromium, gallium, gadolinium, indium, neodymium, antimony, scandium, samarium, thallium, silicon, hafnium, niobium, tantalum, molybdenum, rhenium and tungsten.    USE - Anodic active material for a secondary lithium battery that is utilized in an electric bicycle. Uses include but are not limited to a portable electronic instrument such as personal digital assistant (PDA), cellular phone and a notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The material avoids volatilization problem during lithium battery replacement process. The material has better crystalline and thermal stability. The manganese melting is suppressed at a temperature of 55 degree Celsius or greater, thus improving lifetime property of the lithium battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing an anodic active material for secondary lithium battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of a method for manufacturing an anodic active material.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The active material is prepared by adding ammonium fluorosilicate with a carbon material. The carbon material is a mixture of multiple samples selected among natural graphite and artificial graphite.    USE - Anode active material for a lithium secondary battery (claimed) that is utilized as a portable electronic instrument for an electric bicycle, an electromobile, a personal digital assistant, a cellular phone and a notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The ammonium fluorosilicate is mixed with the carbon material, and is heat-treated, so that the charge and discharge efficiency and the cyclability of the lithium secondary battery can be improved. The surface of the active material is stabilized, and the influence of the organic electrolytic solution decomposition reaction is diminished. The electrolyte is oxidized in the acid, and the influence about the acid is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing an anode active material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a process involved in a negative active material for a lithium secondary battery.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a feeder (100) provided with a rigid body stringing (150). A charge battery supplies electricity to a current collector (200) that is provided with a bottom support unit (230). A rigid body is installed at a lower part of a crossbar. The collector is fixed on a top side of a car body. An insulator (240) is installed at a lower part of a beam member, and the rigid body stringing is incurred with a cover. A guide wing (220) is formed in left side of a current collecting part (210). An electric actuator is axis-connected with a side link, and the collector is fixed to the feeder.    USE - Trolley electric power vehicle e.g. hydrogen fuel cell car/hybrid car, compact car and electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle reduces consumption of energy by utilizing the current collector, and has low production cost and weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a trolley electric power vehicle.    Feeder (100)    Rigid body stringing (150)    Current collector (200)    Current collecting part (210)    Guide wing (220)    Bottom support unit (230)    Insulator (240)
NOVELTY - The reformer (1000) has a fuel transfer line (220) transferring fuel from a fuel storage unit (210). A fuel supply control part (230) controls supply quantity of the fuel transferred to the transfer line. A catalysis part (110) is formed in a reformer unit (100) that is utilized to reform the fuel for controlling the quantity of an air transfer line (310). An atomizer (400) is connected to the air transfer line and the fuel transfer line. An end part of the atomizer is arranged adjacent to the catalysis part of the reformer, so that the fuel and the air are emitted.    USE - Fuel reformer for use in a battery of an internal combustion engine. Uses include but are not limited to natural gas, methanol, gasoline, diesel and hydrogen gas.    ADVANTAGE - The atomizer is arranged adjacent to the catalysis part of the reformer, so that the durability of the reformer is improved by carbon deposition, and degradation of the catalyst reaction is eliminated when the fuel is supplied with atomization function. The fuel reforming efficiency of the reform is improved. The height and the length of the atomizer are controlled, so that the reformer can be utilized in different reforming conditions. The reformer enhances the production efficiency of the hydrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reforming fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel reformer.    Reformer unit (100)    Catalysis part (110)    Fuel storage unit (210)    Fuel transfer line (220)    Fuel supply control part (230)    Air transfer line (310)    Atomizer (400)    Fuel reformer (1000)
NOVELTY - The diffusion layer has a gaseous diffusion support layer, and a thin porosity layer formed on the gaseous diffusion support layer. The gaseous diffusion support layer is made of laminate selected among carbon paper, carbon cloth, carbon felt, porous metal thin plate or porous metal mat. The thin porosity layer is made of a mixture of carbon-powder, carbon nano bar, carbon nano line or metal. A hydrophobic material or hydrophilic material is provided in the gaseous diffusion support layer based on total weight of the gas diffusion layer.    USE - Gas diffusion layer for a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The diffusion layer smoothly supplies reactant, and allows smooth removal of a product. The performance distribution problem by the accumulation of the reactant is solved. The choose reaction of an electrode can be induced, and the performance of the fuel cell can be improved. The fluid permeability of the diffusion layer is changed by the diffusion layer part compartments.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The compressor has motor unit to rotate rotary shaft (6) supported by radial and thrust air bearings (9) in motor casing (3). The thrust air bearing has disc shaped flange portion (91) sandwiched between front and rear thrust bearings (92,93). Each bearing has corrugated plate shaped bump foil (96) to elastically support plate shaped top foil (97) facing sides of flange portion. The rotary shaft has thrust canceller which faces pressure chamber and receives pressure inside chamber generated by rotation of impeller (5), in direction opposite to load in axial direction.    USE - Electric compressor for fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the rotary shaft has thrust canceller which faces pressure chamber and receives pressure inside chamber generated by rotation of impeller, in direction opposite to load in axial direction, the thrust load is cancelled out. The generation of excessive thrust load is prevented at the rotary shaft even when the number of rotations of the impeller increases. Hence the movement of the impeller in the axial direction can be restrained even under the condition where the impeller is rotating at high and low speeds, so that the clearance between the impeller and the compression casing can be maintained accurately. The compression efficiency is stabilized, and the occurrence of surging is restrained. Since the thrust canceller is provided, there is no need to increase the load bearing ability of the thrust air bearing. Hence the size, weight and cost of the thrust air bearing can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged view of the thrust bearing portion of electric compressor.    Motor casing (3)    Impeller (5)    Rotary shaft (6)    Thrust air bearings (9)    Flange portion (91)    Thrust bearings (92,93)    Bump foil (96)    Top foil (97)
NOVELTY - The supply systems (25,26) supply pressurized hydraulic fluid to wheel cylinders (27a-27d). A 11-system valve (25b) and 12-system valve (25c) are provided in right and left front wheel cylinders. The 21-system and 22-system valves (26b,26c) are provided in the right and left rear wheel cylinders. The 11-system valve and 12-system valve are connected between 21-system valve and left front wheel cylinder or between 22-system valve and right rear wheel cylinder by a connecting line (L18). The changeover valves (25d,26d) are provided in the connecting lines (L18,L28).    USE - Braking system such as pressure braking system and regenerative braking system used in vehicle (claimed) such as front engine front drive (FF) vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the changeover valves are provided in the connecting lines, the stability of behavior of the vehicle in the event of the abnormality can be maintained reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the braking system.    Supply systems (25,26)    Eleven-system valve (25b)    Twelve system valve (25c)    Changeover valves (25d,26d)    Twenty one system valve (26b)    Twenty two system valve (26c)    Right front wheel cylinder (27a)    Left rear wheel cylinder (27b)    Left front wheel cylinder (27c)    Right rear wheel cylinder (27d)    Connecting lines (L18,L28)
NOVELTY - The battery (C) has a pair of cover portions (19,21) having main portions for covering openings of the rectangular-shaped frame portions (17) respectively. The side portions (19b,21b) of the cover portions are extended from the main portions so as to follow the opposing sides of the rectangular-shaped frame portions respectively.    USE - Sealed-type square battery such as nickel-hydride secondary battery, nickel-cadmium battery and lithium ion battery for use in battery module (claimed) used in motor vehicle and electric train.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the battery can be simplified and the volumetric efficiency of the battery and pressure resistance can be improved. The quality control of the battery module can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery.    Electrode assembly (15)    Frame portions (17)    Cover portions (19,21)    Side portions (19b,21b)    Battery (C)
NOVELTY - A support and a catalyst substance (S1) or a catalyst substance precursor are dispersed in a solvent, stirred, and intermediate (T1) containing catalyst substance adhered to surface of support is obtained. The catalyst substance (S2) is further adhered to the surface of intermediate under dry condition, and catalyst-supported support (T2) is produced to manufacture electrode catalyst.    USE - Manufacture of electrode catalyst for fuel cell used as power supply for hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode catalyst has high catalyst support density, and provides fuel cell having excellent electric power generation performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the model explaining production of intermediate particles and catalyst support particles.    Catalyst substances (S1,S2)    Intermediate (T1)    Catalyst-supported support (T2)
NOVELTY - A nickel electrode (3) consists of a positive-electrode active material containing nickel hydroxide, and compound (A) (0.5-8 wt.%) containing erbium, thulium, ytterbium and/or lutetium. Compound (A) has diffraction peaks at 0.88 nm, 0.84 nm, and 0.76 nm as measured by X-ray diffraction using CoK- alpha ray.    USE - Nickel electrode is used for alkaline storage batteries (claimed) e.g. nickel hydride storage battery and nickel cadmium storage battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, personal computers, power tools, and hybrid electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The nickel electrode provides alkaline storage batteries having excellent charging/discharging characteristics. The nickel electrode is excellent in oxygen-generation suppression function in an alkali electrolyte solution, and in electroconductivity. The oxygen-generation electric potential of the nickel electrode is shifted to a remarkably noble direction. As a result, since the difference of oxygen-generation electric potential of nickel electrode and oxidation potential of nickel hydroxide becomes high and generation of oxygen is suppressed, charge efficiency is improved even under high-temperature operating conditions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the inner portion of a nickel hydride storage battery.    Alkaline storage battery (1)    Metal battery case (2)    Nickel electrode (3)    Negative-electrode plate (4)    Separator (5)
NOVELTY - The device has a movement amplification rod (1a) in ball-joint connection with a shock absorber (2) and connected with a wheel (4) of a vehicle. The rod is in ball-joint connection with a body (3) of a vehicle and in ball-joint connection with a counter gear rod (1b). The rod (1a) amplifies a displacement value at the level of connection with the rod (1c) relative to a vertical displacement value of the wheel. The rod (1b) is in ball-joint connection with an end of the rod (1a) and an energy producing member (1c), where the member is fixed on the body.    USE - Device for generating continuous energy such as pneumatic or electric energy for a motor vehicle e.g. light motor vehicle and commercial vehicle, by relative movement between a body of vehicle and a wheel.    ADVANTAGE - The movement amplification rod and the counter gear rod transmit relative movements between suspended part of vehicle and a wheel of the vehicle to the energy producing member so that vertical movements of the vehicle and the wheel are same to produce non negligible amount of energy when a drive train is in demand of energy, while permitting the energy to be directly stored or consumed according to needs of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of continuous energy producing device.    Movement amplification rod (1a)    Counter gear rod (1b)    Energy producing member (1c)    Shock absorber (2)    Body (3)    Wheel (4)
NOVELTY - The thermogenerator (21) has electrical conductors (4, 5) located respectively above and below an assembly of material pairs, where each pair has P and N type materials (2, 3). Elements (6, 7) having thermal conductive and electrical insulating properties are respectively provided above and below the assembly, such that application of temperature gradient between the elements by cold and hot temperature sources generates electromotive force at an output terminal (8). One of materials of an additional material pair is connected to an additional output terminal of the thermogenerator.    USE - Thermogenerator for generating electricity from heat, in a motor vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the thermogenerator permits extraction of maximum useful power from the thermogenerator irrespective of used ambient temperature and operating point of the vehicle, thus simplifying the generation of electricity in a variable temperature environment. The thermogenerator is secure and realized by entirely analog control, without using a memory, so that the thermogenerator is simple to implement. The thermogenerator does not include measurement resistor and current sensor, and reduces the number of temperature sensors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for optimizing useful power generated by a thermogenerator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of a thermogenerator along a vertical plane.    P type material (2)    N type material (3)    Electrical conductors (4, 5)    Elements (6, 7)    Output terminal (8)    Thermogenerator (21)
NOVELTY - An electrode has electrode composition layer containing electrode active material and binder provided on collector having protrusions extended in the composition layer.    USE - Electrode for hybrid capacitors (claimed) for electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles. Can also be used in batteries and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode enables to manufacture hybrid capacitors having low internal resistance and excellent charging and discharging characteristics. The lithium ions and/or anions can be doped uniformly and efficiently in the electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the electrode.
NOVELTY - The device has projecting shafts fixed on two ends of a friction wheel (4) and mounted in holes of a ball bearing (5). A hydraulic cylinder (9) is fixed on a car frame and mounted in inner clearances of a brake disc (6) and a brake caliper (10). A piston (8) is contacted with an inner flank of the brake caliper. An external cylindrical surface of the brake caliper is provided with an electric generator (1), which is provided with a bevel gear (2) on a shaft. The bevel gear is engaged with another bevel gear (3) on an end axle of the friction wheel.    USE - Device for recycling automotive brake energy of an on-vehicle electric appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The device recycles the majority brake energy for supplying power to the on-vehicle electric appliance, thus reducing the heat energy generated by the friction. The temperature of brake disc can be reduced, and service life of the device can be prolonged. The device can convert majority energy into the electric energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an automotive brake energy recycling device.    Electric generator (1)    Bevel gears (2, 3)    Friction wheel (4)    Ball bearing (5)    Brake disc (6)    Piston (8)    Hydraulic cylinder (9)    Brake caliper (10)
NOVELTY - The device has a platform (2) fixed on a base (1) and provided with a vacuum absorption pore (8) that is connected with a centrifugal fan (7), where the device is provided with catalyst slurry or leveling layer slurry made of nafion solution. A heating device e.g. microwave heating device, is provided between the platform and the base. A liquid distributor (5) is fixed on a coating knife (3) that is connected with a feeding device (6) i.e. wriggle pump, through a conduit (14). The vacuum absorption pore is formed as round, square or triangle shape and distributed on the platform.    USE - Fuel cell coating device.    ADVANTAGE - The device coats the coating substrate made of carbon cloth, foam nickel or carbon paper, easily secures the carbon paper, and performs coating and drying processes in a uniform manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell coating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a fuel cell coating device.    Base (1)    Platform (2)    Coating knife (3)    Liquid distributor (5)    Feeding device (6)    Centrifugal fan (7)    Vacuum absorption pore (8)    Conduit (14)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has generators (3) installed on a bodywork (1) relative to wheels (2), where the generators are driven to generate electricity by rotating the wheels. Rotating shafts of the generators are contacted with surfaces of the wheels to generate friction force. The generated electricity is input to a power system, and a storage battery is utilized for starting the vehicle.    USE - Self power generation traveling motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generators generate the electricity to drive the vehicle in a better manner, and the generated electricity can fully charge the storage battery during the sliding process of the vehicle. The vehicle is simple in structure and convenient to maintain, and saves energy source and avoids pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a self power generation traveling motor vehicle.    Bodywork (1)    Wheels (2)    Generators (3)
NOVELTY - The pack has a test module integrally assembled with a battery body temperature sensor, a temperature signal conditioning circuit, a battery body temperature monitor, a battery end voltage monitor, a charged state calculation controller, a digital state machine and a separating driver on a same circuit board. The test module transmits information of starting up, dormancy, charged state, battery body temperature, temperature difference between a battery and an external environment, and a threshold value of circulating oxygen. A package cavity is formed in a partial detachable shell.    USE - Digitized battery pack for a vehicle such as an electric car and an electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The pack transmits real-time state measure and control data after being digitized to a self-adapted charger to realize testing during charging, provides a charging voltage that adapts a micro-structure of an internal part of a battery pace and a changing temperature of an external environment to ensure suitable charging process during the complete lifecycle of the pack, and provides effective sensing and reliable transmission.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation illustrating characteristics of a digitized battery pack.
NOVELTY - The system (100) has an alternating current alternator (2), which produces voltage according to motive power source of a vehicle. A main storage battery (3) is connected with the alternator. A backup power supply (6) of an electronic control brake (5) is connected with the alternator. The backup power supply has a capacitor (7) charged by the alternator, when an ignition switch (1) of the vehicle is turned on. Another capacitor (8) is connected in parallel to the former capacitor to receive a part of electric charge stored in the former capacitor, when the ignition switch is turned off.    USE - Electronic control brake power system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the system enables reducing performance degradation of the auxiliary power supply and energy losses, and achieving of power supply backup in the vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a backup power supply charging/discharging method of an electronic control brake power system for a vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an electronic control brake power system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Ignition switch (1)    Alternating current alternator (2)    Main storage battery (3)    Electronic control brake (5)    Backup power supply (6)    Capacitors (7, 8)    Electronic control brake power system (100)
NOVELTY - The motor vehicle (10) has a crash sensor (22) for detecting collision and generating a breaker signal (S). An electric power source i.e. vehicle battery (12), and an electrical load i.e. starter (14), are electrically connected with each other via a pyrotechnic fuse (16). The pyrotechnic fuse is tripped based on the signal. The source and the load are electrically connected via a safety fuse (18) that is parallel connected to the pyrotechnic fuse. The crash sensor is coupled with the pyrotechnic fuse that is tripped by a current with current intensity exceeding a preset value.    USE - Motor vehicle e.g. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The safety fuse is parallel connected to the pyrotechnic fuse, thus allowing efficient manufacture and operation of the motor vehicle, and efficiently supplying electrical power to the electrical load, without affecting reliability of the motor vehicle during collision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a starter of a motor vehicle engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a motor vehicle.    Breaker signal (S)    Motor vehicle (10)    Vehicle battery (12)    Starter (14)    Pyrotechnic fuse (16)    Safety fuse (18)    Crash sensor (22)
NOVELTY - The battery has a housing comprising bottom and provided with electrodes (2) and a liquid electrolyte (3). A temperature-controlling device has a temperature-controlling plate that controls temperature of the bottom of the housing from outside. An inner side of the bottom of the housing is provided with a set of heat exchanging projections (5) that perform the function of a heat exchanger. The heat exchanging projections are bars that extend itself from a battery wall to another battery wall.    USE - Liquid electrolyte battery e.g. lead-acid battery, for use as a starter battery in a vehicle e.g. passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The inner side of the bottom of the housing is provided with the heat exchanging projections that perform the function of the heat exchanger, thus warming the battery in a rapid manner. The temperature of the electrolyte can be controlled both in the summer and the winter, thus improving the performance of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an individual battery cell with a battery box.    Electrodes (2)    Liquid electrolyte (3)    Electrode packets (4)    Heat exchanging projections (5)    Heating elements (6)
NOVELTY - The power circuit has an energy storage (ES1) i.e. starter battery, and an electrical machine (EM) e.g. generator, by which a voltage level is determined. A charge pump (LP) is operated by a changing part of voltage at terminals (G+, GND) of the electrical machine such that another voltage level is produced. A reference knot of the pump is alternating voltage-moderately coupled with a negative pole of the machine. The pump is designed and wired in such a manner that negative voltage potential is generated opposite to mass potential. A shut-off device is provided for deactivating the pump.    USE - Vehicle power circuit.    ADVANTAGE - The power circuit is designed in an improved manner to produce the voltage level without actively clocked elements, thus enabling the supply of power to branches of the circuit at low expenditure without electromagnetic compatibility interferences.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified circuit representation of a part of a vehicle power circuit.    Electrical machine (EM)    Energy storage (ES1)    Terminals (G+, GND)    Charge pump (LP)    Switches (S1, S2)    Impedance (Z1)
NOVELTY - The device (10) has a housing (11) with two connections (12, 13) e.g. flanges, to supply and/or discharge a fluid. A coil spring (21) holds a ball-shaped non-return element (19) during absence of a flow pressure of the fluid and/or during subjection of the pressure by the connection (12) in a starting position in which a passage of the fluid is predominantly blocked. The element (19) is adjusted during subjection of the pressure of the fluid by the connection (13) to pass the fluid. The element (19) has a through-hole (22) for passage of the fluid in the position.    USE - Throttle device e.g. ball check valve, reverse check valve and non-return disk valve, for a fuel cell system and a fuel supply system (all claimed) of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is designed in such a manner that it is operated at a pressure of more than 100 bars.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system including a main pressure accumulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a throttle device.    Throttle device (10)    Housing (11)    Connections (12, 13)    Ball-shaped non-return element (19)    Coil spring (21)    Through-hole (22)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a bipolar plate including two plate elements (3, 4). Channel systems (5a, 5b) are produced by connecting the plate elements at an outer surface of the plate elements for a fluid (F) i.e. cooling fluid. Another channel system (6) is formed at an inner side of the plate elements for another fluid. The latter channel system has a set of openings (7a, 7b). A unit e.g. insert, is provided in the region of the opening for preventing the deformation of the plate elements. The unit is arranged between the plate elements.    USE - Fuel cell for use in a fuel cell stack (claimed) of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The unit e.g. insert, is provided in the region of the opening for preventing the deformation of the plate elements, thus optimizing the cooling fluid flow in the portal area of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a circular section of a bipolar plate.    Fluid (F)    Plate elements (3, 4)    Channel systems (5a, 5b, 6)    Openings (7a, 7b)    Sealing (13)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a unit cell constituent member (800) arranged at a region on a face of a separator (600), and a seal member (700) made of an elastic member and bonded to another region surrounding the former region on the face of the separator. The seal member is integrated with a peripheral edge of the unit cell constituent member. An insulating portion i.e. cap-like member, with insulating properties is provided on a peripheral edge of the separator, where the insulating portion is formed by coating the peripheral edge of the separator with alumina or magnesia.    USE - Unit cell assembly for forming a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The insulating portion is a cap-like member that covers an edge face at the peripheral edge of the separator, such that an insulating portion is easily formed on the separator, thus preventing slippage of the assembly. The peripheral edge of the separator is covered by an outer covering portion, such that the outer covering portion is provided between two separators when multiple assemblies slip, thus preventing the separators from coming into direct contact with each other, and suppressing the occurrence of short circuits caused by the contact between the separators, and hence improving the power generation efficiency in a fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a unit cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a unit cell assembly.    Oxidizing gas supply manifold (110)    Separator (600)    Seal member (700)    Rib (720)    Unit cell constituent member (800)
NOVELTY - A nano carbon material composite paste, obtained by mixing nano carbon material complex in which a nano carbon material is formed in particles directly through a metal or metallic compound, binder material and a solvent.    USE - The nano carbon material composite paste is useful for pattern formation (claimed). Can also be used in emitter material, electrode material, fuel cell, electrical double layer capacitor, and secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The nano carbon material composite paste has high uniform dispersibility, electroconductivity, and favorable process ability. The nano carbon material composite paste has excellent utilization property. The pattern formation can be performed easily by the printing method. A desired pattern can be obtained with high accuracy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pattern formation method which forms a pattern on the base by printing, involves using above-cited nano carbon material complex paste.
NOVELTY - The method involves determining a storage temperature and a charge in storage water corresponding to the temperature from a swing curve of maximal water charge of a membrane i.e. Nafion(RTM: sulfonated tetrafluoroethylene based fluoropolymer-copolymer) membrane. Drying resistance value of a fuel cell is determined from a relation between drying temperature and the charge. The cell is dried at a drying temperature until electrical resistance (R) at terminals of the cell is equal to the value. The cell is cooled until the storage temperature and is stored at the storage temperature.    USE - Method for storing a fuel cell in an automobile industry.    ADVANTAGE - The method stores the fuel cell at the storage temperature so as to permit optimal restarting of the fuel cell. The method permits the drying of the fuel cell at the drying temperature to limit desorption phenomenon of water in the membrane during cooling the membrane so as to avoid degradation of electrodes, limits energy expenditures during the drying phase and obtains maximal performance of the fuel cell by drying the cell in optimal manner. The method suppresses a risk of degradations induced by too strong drying of the fuel cell and can be applied in an industry irrespective of used drying process and selected temperature of the cell during the drying phase.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation of curves illustrating a relation between electrical resistance of fuel cell based on its storage water charge and temperature, established using calibration of fuel cell.    Water charge (lambda)    Electrical resistance (R)
NOVELTY - The sealing film (1) has inner laminated body (4) having inner insulating layer (3) with high melting point polyolefin and formed on electrode adhesive layer (2) consisting of acid modified polyolefin adhered on electrode. The outer laminated body (7) has outer insulating layer (6) consisting of high melting point polyolefin. The outer insulating layer is attached on sealant (5) consisting of polyolefin melted to laminate film of container. The connection layer (8) which consists of polyolefin having lower melting point than resin, is formed between inner and outer insulating layers.    USE - Sealing film for sealing electrodes packaged with container e.g. secondary battery, capacitor used in power supply of electronic devices such as notebook personal computer, mobile telephone, hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, battery motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Provides excellent sealing property of the sealing film even if the size of battery is large.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the sealing film.    Sealing film (1)    Electrode adhesive layer (2)    Inner insulating layer (3)    Inner laminated body (4)    Sealant (5)    Outer insulating layer (6)    Outer laminated body (7)    Connection layer (8)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a supply-and-demand information generation unit for generating supply-and-demand information signal. The generated supply-and-demand information signal is transmitted to a supply-and-demand information receiving unit through wide area communication network (140). The power consumption of electric equipment (130) is controlled based on the received supply-and-demand information signal.    USE - System for controlling frequency of electric power system for supplying electric power to electric equipment (claimed) such as air-conditioner, refrigerator, electric vehicle, fuel sell, sodium and sulfur (NAS) battery and consumer house, and power station such as hydroelectric power station, thermal power station, nuclear power station and wind-powered-electricity-generation apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The large amount of electric power can be generated using renewable energy, by controlling the frequency of the electric power system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electric power feeding place; and    (2) electric equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the frequency control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Frequency control system (100)    Electric power system (102)    Power station (110)    Electric equipment (130)    Wide area communication network (140)
NOVELTY - The system (12) has fuel cell (10) having cathode (14) and anode (16). A water flow elements (22) are communicated with cathode so as to produce moist air. A cooling system (24) is provided with condenser (28) for receiving moist air and producing condensed water. The condenser and water flow elements are connected through return line (38). The reservoir (40) is communicated with return line for selectively providing water to water flow elements in out-of-balance hot fuel cell condition. The reservoir is arranged in parallel with respect to the condenser.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - As water is provided to water flow elements in out-of-balance hot fuel cell condition, the fuel cell can be cooled sufficiently. The damage of fuel cell system due to over heating condition, can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of evaporatively cooling fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (10)    Fuel cell system (12)    Cathode (14)    Anode (16)    Water flow elements (22)    Cooling system (24)    Condenser (28)    Return line (38)    Reservoir (40)
NOVELTY - System (I) for producing hydrogen comprises a reactor including a reaction channel adapted to receive a reaction stream including a mixture of supercritical water and a hydrocarbon fuel and a catalyst positioned in the reaction channel so that a product stream containing hydrogen is produced by a reaction in the reaction channel when the mixture is exposed to the catalyst, where the catalyst contains a catalytically active metal and a promoter in a metal format, which is potassium, sodium, rubidium, lithium, cesium, beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium or barium.    USE - The system is useful for producing hydrogen, which is useful as a fuel and energy source in powering automobiles and is also useful in hydrogenation, ammonia synthesis and fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation system is simple, lightweight and compact and gives increased hydrogen production, which is due to: the increase of the inlet pressure of the reaction stream that will increase the driving force for the hydrogen separation, as a result the reactors are compact and capable of sustaining higher pressures and favor more hydrogen production; an equilibrium shift in the reaction stream, preferably as the hydrogen concentration decreases in the reaction stream, the reaction shifts to produce more hydrogen. The removal of the reaction product, hydrogen lowers the necessary reaction temperature that increases the range of materials acceptable for the reactor, thus resulting in lower cost, better performance and increased ease of manufacture for the reactor. The hydrogen production process may be used either on-board a vehicle or in a stationary facility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic illustration of the interior of a compact reactor.    Reaction channels (12a, 12b, 12c, 12d)    Hydrogen channels (14a, 14b)    Heating stream channels (16a, 16b)    Heat transfer walls (20a, 20b, 20c, 20d)    Housing (30)
NOVELTY - The system has a replaceable cartridge assembly (74) that is removably arranged within a canister assembly for receiving sulfur-containing reformate from the canister assembly, removing a portion of sulfur from reformate to produce the reduced-sulfur reformate, and conveying the reduced-sulfur reformate to the canister assembly. The cartridge assembly comprises adsorption element (66) containing nickel, alumina and rare earth element, for removing sulfur from reformate.    USE - System for removing sulfur from sulfur containing reformate to produce reduced-sulfur reformate, used in fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The removal of sulfur from the sulfur containing reformate can be performed efficiently, without requiring more time and number of components, by using a simple arrangement.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) method for servicing sulfur adsorber element in fuel cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded isometric view of the cartridge assembly.    Bolts (38)    Cartridge housing (40)    Cap (60)    Adsorption element (66)    Replaceable cartridge assembly (74)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a battery controller (62) that controls state of charge (SOC) of a battery to a predetermined value. An adder (64) adds damped driver power request signal received from a power damping processor (52) and a battery SOC control signal from the controller and outputs a power demand signal. A power balancing module (70) determines amount of battery power required for driving vehicle and amount of fuel cell stack power required for recharging battery based on the power demand signal received from adder.    USE - Fuel cell system e.g. hybrid fuel cell system for hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of battery power required for driving vehicle and amount of fuel cell stack power required for recharging battery can be determined appropriately based on power demand signal. Hence, the fuel cell system can be operated at different power levels with high power gradients. The variation in the voltage of the fuel cell stack can be minimized. The durability of the fuel cell stack can be improved and service lifetime of the fuel cell stack can be extended.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the power system for fuel cell system.    Power system (50)    Power damping processor (52)    Battery controller (62)    Adder (64)    Power balancing module (70)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a cathode compartment (120) comprising oxygen-containing gas (123), carbon dioxide feeding port (118) and molten electrolyte (115). An anode compartment includes a natural gas feeding port (150) for feeding natural gas (151), hydrogen extraction port (119), carbon dioxide extraction port and slurry. A porous ceramic separator for electron insulation and ion conduction, is arranged between the cathode compartment and anode compartment.    USE - Natural gas direct carbon fuel cell for producing hydrogen and electricity at vehicle gas filling station.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen and electrical current is produced directly from natural gas by simple process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of the direct carbon fuel cell.    Molten electrolyte (115)    Carbon dioxide feeding port (118)    Hydrogen extraction port (119)    Cathode compartment (120)    Oxygen-containing gas (123)    Natural gas feeding port (150)    Natural gas (151)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell (12) connected to storage unit and fittings (13H,13O) to educt gases such as hydrogen and oxygen , and air. The fuel cell is operably arranged under the increased pressure of an air cushion (14) within pressure-tight enclosing housing (15) which is resistant to environmental influences.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in commercial aircraft or motor vehicle (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The leakage amount of gases in upper region of housing can be detected and removed easily and the operating characteristic of the fuel cell is improved effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (12)    Fittings (13H,13O)    Air cushion (14)    Housing (15)    Temperature regulation (18)
NOVELTY - An electrically EPROM (EEPROM) stores predetermined control value indicative of pre-selected pressure level. A controller (124) coupled to a pressure regulator (112), controls the regulator to adjust the pressure of hydrogen stream on anode side to reach pre-selected pressure level with one of the generated operational control values. The controller compares operational control values with predetermined control value, and determines the presence of the hydrogen leak based on the comparison result.    USE - System for detecting hydrogen leak on anode side of fuel cell stack of vehicle e.g. electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage of hydrogen on the anode side of fuel cell stack can be detected easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for detecting hydrogen leak on anode side of fuel cell stack of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell stack system.    Fuel cell stack system (100)    Fuel cell stack (106)    Hydrogen storage section (108)    Pressure regulator (112)    Controller (124)
NOVELTY - A negative active material has a core carbon material and a carbide layer formed on portion(s) of an edge of the core carbon material. The negative active material has a specific surface area ratio of 1.6 or less, and sphericity ratio of 0.6 or more when the negative active material is compressed with a pressure of 1.3 ton/ lcm2 for 2 seconds.    USE - Negative active material is used for electrode for secondary battery (both claimed) for mobile phones, notebook computers, and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The secondary battery formed using the negative active material can prevent deterioration of characteristics caused by destruction of the carbide layer and deformation of core layer, and has excellent discharging capacity, cycle efficiency, and discharging capacity retention rate at a long cycle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode; and    (2) secondary battery.
NOVELTY - An alloy consists of iron, chrome and aluminium in the proportions percentage by eight: Al, 4.5 - 6.5; Cr, 1.0 - 4.0; W, 0.05 - 0.7; Si, 0.001 - 0.5; Mn, 0.5; 0.02 - 0.1; Y, 0.02 - 0.1; Zr, 0.02 - 0.1; Hf, 0.02 - 0.01; C, 0.003 - 0.030; N, 0.002 - 0.03; S, no more than 0.01; C, no more than 0.5.    USE - The alloy is suitable for use as foil in: heating elements; electrically-heated heating elements; ceramic-topped kitchen ovens; metal exhaust gas catalysts; and as fuel cell component.    ADVANTAGE - The iron-chrome-aluminium alloy has a longer service life than prior art.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The remainder is Fe and conventional production-related impurities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The graph shows the change in heat resistance with component service life. (Drawing includes non English-language text).
NOVELTY - A foaming agent containing microparticles of electroconductive material is made to immerse (S11) secondary particles which are formed by aggregating primary particles of positive electrode active material. The foaming agent is foamed (S12) and secondary particles are pulverized to primary particles, and the microparticles of electroconductive material are made to adhere the surface of the primary particles. The obtained product is water-washed (S13) by filtering, to manufacture mixture containing the positive electrode active material and electroconductive material.    USE - Manufacture of mixture for positive electrode of secondary battery (claimed) for mobile telephone and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The mixture containing dispersed positive electrode active material and electroconductive material of small particle diameter, is manufactured. The secondary battery provided with positive electrode layer formed using the mixture has high capacity and high output.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of manufacture of positive electrode material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Immersion process (S11)    Foaming process (S12)    Washing process (S13)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack is equipped with a fuel cell that produces electric power at predetermined temperature range. Another fuel cell produces electric power at a different temperature range higher than predetermined temperature range.    USE - Fuel cell stack for fuel cell system for supplying power to electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation performance is improved efficiently at wide temperature range, without increasing the size of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating the relationship between the output performance and temperature range of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle (1) has hydrogen leak detection sensor (10) that detects leakage of hydrogen from fuel cell system (2). An ignition switch is turned OFF by the operator during failure of hydrogen leak detection sensor. The electric power generation of fuel cell system is terminated when leakage of hydrogen from fuel cell system is detected or ignition switch is turned OFF. The electric energy stored in vehicle-mounted battery (9) is discharged during termination of fuel cell system.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The fan can be operated to provide ventilation air when electric power generation of fuel system is terminated due to leakage of hydrogen from fuel cell system. The hydrogen retained in the fuel cell system can be exhaust with the scavenging air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Fuel cell system (2)    Electronic control units (3,4)    Vehicle-mounted battery (9)    Hydrogen leak detection sensor (10)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a fuel cell (10) that is provided in a case (40) equipped with a gas permeable film (41). The supply piping (53) supplies cathode gas to the cathode of fuel cell, and a discharge piping (54) provided in the case discharges the cathode gas from the cathode. The supply piping has a rod-like portion (55) having strength lower than the discharge piping.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas within the case can be diluted effectively and rapidly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Case (40)    Gas permeable film (41)    Supply piping (53)    Discharge piping (54)    Rod-like portion (55)    Fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The cylindrical alkaline storage battery has an electrode group (4) which is formed by winding positive electrodes (6,8) and negative electrode (10) through separators (12,14). The positive electrodes include winding start edge positioned at center of electrode group, and winding termination edge positioned at external side of electrode group. The concentration of oxygen generation suppression components e.g. cobalt in nickel hydroxide which is an active material of positive electrodes, in preset region of winding start edge is higher than that of winding termination edge.    USE - Cylindrical alkaline storage battery such as nickel hydride secondary battery for use in electric vehicle and bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrodes includes winding start edge having oxygen generation suppression components whose concentration is higher than that of winding termination edge. Hence the decline in charge efficiency at the center of electrode group due to temperature rise can be suppressed. The durability of the cylindrical alkaline storage battery can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the nickel hydride secondary battery.    Electrode group (4)    Positive electrodes (6,8)    Negative electrode (10)    Separators (12,14)    Current collection board (30)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (10) has a fuel cell stack (14) that includes several laminated electric power generation cells (60). A humidifier connected to the fuel cell stack by an end plate (62b) humidifies the reactive gas supplied to the fuel cell stack. A pin (130) inserted in the opening (105) of the fuel cell stack has a fit tolerance smaller than the fit tolerance of an interconnecting line (116) and drain joints (120a,120b).    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the fit tolerance of the pin inserted in the opening of fuel cell stack is smaller than the fit tolerance of interconnecting line and drain joints, the shear force and bending stress by relative displacement of fuel cell stack and humidifier is reliably received by the pin when external load is provided to the fuel cell system hence preventing damage to the interconnecting line and drain joints and simplifying structure of the fuel cell system. As the pin is positioned in lower portion of the fuel cell stack with respect to gravity direction, the shear and bending stress by external load acting between the fuel cell stack and the humidifier is reduced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (14)    Electric power generation cell (60)    End plate (62b)    Opening (105)    Interconnecting line (116)    Drain joints (120a,120b)    Pin (130)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has connection elements (120a,120b) provided between end plate (62b) of fuel cell stack (14) and humidifier (36). The connection elements has stack side insertion portion (124a) that is inserted in drain path (104a) of end plate and humidifier side insertion portion (124b) that is inserted in the drain path (118a) of humidifier.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drain property of the fuel cell stack with respect to humidifier can be improved with simple structure of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view explaining the connection state between fuel cell stack and humidifier.    Fuel cell stack (14)    Humidifier (36)    End plate (62b)    Drain paths (104a,118a)    Connection elements (120a,120b)    Stack side insertion portion (124a)    Humidifier side insertion portion (124b)
NOVELTY - The flat battery has an electrode structure (7) formed by arranging a separator (3) between a positive electrode structure (1) and a negative electrode structure (2). The electrode structure is accommodated in an upper case (4) containing non-aqueous electrolyte, such that opening portion of upper case is sealed. The shape of the negative electrode structure consisting of metallic lithium has a planar portion and side portion that is vertical with respect to the planar portion.    USE - Flat battery such as coin-shaped battery lithium ion secondary for use in vehicle, timepiece etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the side portion is vertical with respect to planar portion, the variation in weight of negative electrode structure can be suppressed. Also, the drop-off of the negative electrode structure at time of removing the negative electrode structure from a punch blade can be suppressed, and a flat battery with high electric capacitance and stable battery life can be obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of flat battery; and    (2) manufacturing apparatus of flat battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the flat battery.    Positive electrode structure (1)    Negative electrode structure (2)    Separator (3)    Upper case (4)    Electrode structure (7)
NOVELTY - The power supply device has cooling plate (3) for circulating coolant inside battery block (2) having several secondary batteries (1). A heat exchanger cools battery block by vaporizing heat in coolant. The cooling plate is fixed between battery block and frame structure. The cooling plate includes heat insulation clearance gap (6) and fixed convex portion (7) in the surface facing frame structure. The cooling plate is fixed with frame structure through fixed convex portion. The cooling plate and frame structure are insulated in heat insulation clearance gap.    USE - Power supply device for electric vehicle such as hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling plate and frame structure are fixed through fixed convex portion and insulated in heat insulation clearance gap. Hence battery having larger capacity can be supported firmly. The battery block can be cooled rapidly and efficiently. The cooling efficiency of the cooling plate can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged perspective view of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (1)    Battery block (2)    Cooling plate (3)    Insulation clearance gap (6)    Fixed convex portion (7)
NOVELTY - An active material contains lithium-titanate particles. A portion or whole of the surface of the lithium-titanate particles has carbon. The atomic ratio of carbon with respect to titanium, calculated by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis, is 6 or more.    USE - Active material for electrode of non-aqueous electrolyte battery (claimed) for mobile telephone, backup and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The active electric material provides non-aqueous electrolyte battery with high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of active material.
NOVELTY - The electrochemical cell (1) has a cell main structure (22) that is accommodated inside an exterior region (10) that is formed by laminating base material layer, seal layer and barrier layer. A space (20) is formed between the cell main structure and exterior region so that the volume of space is derived based on gas increase amount of the exterior region with respect to the usage period of cell.    USE - Electrochemical cell e.g. pouch-type lithium ion battery for use in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the volume of space is derived based on the gas increase amount of exterior region with respect to usage period of cell, the bursting of exterior region by the raise of internal pressure can be prevented. The volume of the cell can be designed to optimal size, and the output per volume of electrochemical cell can be ensured. The accommodation efficiency of the cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the lithium ion battery.    Electrochemical cell (1)    Exterior region (10)    Space (20)    Cell main structure (22)    Metal terminal (24)
NOVELTY - An indicator (4) has head portion (401a) whose outer diameter is larger than internal diameter of opening of cylindrical portion (103). A neck portion (401b) is extended from lower end of head portion and penetrated inside cylindrical portion. Several nails (401c) are protrudingly provided at outer periphery of neck portion and engaged with lower end of cylindrical portion. A packing (5) is attached between head portion and cylindrical portion, while maintaining the nail and lower end of cylindrical portion in engagement state by the repulsive force of packing.    USE - Battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The loosening of coupling between the main portion of indicator and cover of battery case by the vibration of engine can be prevented and the transmission of vibration to the battery can be suppressed, so that the leakage of electrolyte solution from attaching portion of indicator can be prevented. The displacement amount of indicator at the time of transmission of vibration to the battery can be decreased and the breakage of nail by the fatigue can be prevented, so that the reliability of attaching portion of indicator is improved. The attachment operation of indicator is simplified, since it is not necessary to perform screw fastening operation at the time of attaching the indicator to the cover of battery case.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view showing the indicator and cover of battery case in assembled state.    Indicator (4)    Packing (5)    Cylindrical portion (103)    Head portion (401a)    Neck portion (401b)    Nail (401c)
NOVELTY - The control apparatus has a storage unit that stores information regarding periphery of a vehicle received by a receiving unit. A determination unit determines whether the vehicle is collided with a circumferential object based on information regarding periphery of vehicle stored in storage unit. A controller (9) performs dilution control of fuel gas in the supply path provided between a fuel gas holder (1) and a fuel cell (6) by opening an exhaust valve and closing a fuel supply valve, when the collision of vehicle is detected.    USE - Control apparatus for fuel cell of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The dilution control of fuel gas in supply path provided between fuel gas holder and fuel cell can be performed reliably and effectively at the time of detecting collision of vehicle. Hence, the leakage of fuel gas during vehicle collision can be avoided and damage to the fuel supply pipe during vehicle collision can be avoided. The safety of the driver of the vehicle can be improved by avoiding leakage of fuel gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel gas holder (1)    Fuel supply valve (2)    Air supply structure (5)    Fuel cell (6)    Controller (9)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode layer forming material (A) contains positive electrode active material and sulfide-type solid electrolyte material. The sulfide-type solid electrolyte material is lithium cobaltate and/or lithium nickelate. The positive electrode active material has average particle diameter of 1-5 mu m. The content of positive electrode active material is 37-42 volume%.    USE - Material is used for forming positive electrode layer for solid state lithium secondary battery (claimed) used as power supply of information and communication related equipment such as personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone, communication apparatus, and electric vehicle, motor vehicles car and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode layer forming using the material has excellent lithium conductivity and electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solid state lithium secondary battery which has positive electrode layer (1) formed using the material; and    (2) manufacture of positive electrode layer forming material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of solid state lithium secondary battery.    Positive electrode layer (1)    Sulfide-type solid electrolyte layer (2)    Negative electrode layer (3)    Positive electrode collector (4)    Negative electrode collector (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a processing tank (11) that stores liquid fuel containing hydrazine discharged from a fuel cell (2). A processing agent provision unit (21) provides processing agent for carrying out exothermic reaction of hydrazine and detoxifying liquid fuel. A processing side supply pipe (22) supplies processing agent from the processing agent provision unit to the processing tank. A fuel cell side supply pipe (23) supplies processing agent to the fuel cell when temperature rise of the fuel cell is required.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in electric vehicle e.g. electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The detoxification of the liquid fuel and the raise of the electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell are achieved simultaneously using simple structure. The size reduction and cost reduction of the fuel cell system are achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (2)    Processing tank (11)    Processing agent provision unit (21)    Processing side supply pipe (22)    Fuel cell side supply pipe (23)
NOVELTY - The device has an adsorbent (20) such as ceramic porous sintered compact, metal porous sintered compact, diatomaceous earth, etc., that is positioned to the inner wall of water tank (4) so as to contact the condensed water surface. A bag filter (21) is arranged in the downward direction of combustion exhaust gas line (L13) such that opening of filter is set to the dripping position of condensed water recovered from combustion exhaust gas discharged by combustion unit (3b).    USE - Fuel cell power generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The soot contained in condensed water can be removed efficiently and the load concerning the water treatment apparatus can be reduced, without causing raise of pressure loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell power generating device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Combustion unit (3b)    Water tank (4)    Adsorbent (20)    Bag filter (21)    Combustion exhaust gas line (L13)
NOVELTY - The membrane electrode assembly (10) has anode pole and cathode pole stacked on both sides of an electrolytic membrane (1). Each pole is integrated with reaction layers (21,31) provided in the electrolytic membrane side, and diffused layers (22,32) provided in the side opposite to the reaction layers. The reaction layers are provided with drain regions (21a,31a) in which several through-holes (21c,31c) are extended in thickness direction from the electrolytic membrane to the diffused layers. Each through-hole of the adjoining drain region is mutually connected.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly for fuel cell used for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode assembly which can exhibit superior output characteristics, starting characteristic and durability, is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of the membrane electrode assembly.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Membrane electrode assembly (10)    Reaction layers (21,31)    Drain regions (21a,31a)    Through-holes (21c,31c)    Diffused layers (22,32)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell stack (10) with heaters (13) for homogenizing the temperature of the fuel cell (11). The relays (17) having open contact are provided for applying output voltage to the heaters through the output terminals.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of fuel cell are homogenized by the heaters based on the voltage applied by the relays so that the deterioration of fuel cell performance can be suppressed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Laminated structure (12)    Heaters (13)    Relays (17)
NOVELTY - The cooling device has an air filter (10) that is provided in the engine intake passage and a battery (12) in the air cleaner case (1) is located in the air-intake upstream. A guidance flow path (18) is formed in the air-intake upstream to induce suction floe towards the battery side. An opening (16a) is provided in the air-intake upstream to induce suction flow directly to the air filter, when the suction flow is large. The amount of suction flow through the guidance flow path and the opening is varied by a flow-rate-variable unit.    USE - Automotive battery cooling device.    ADVANTAGE - The lifetime of the battery can be improved and the performance of the engine can be maintained, while suppressing hest reception in the engine compartment and sufficient cooling of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the automotive battery cooling device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Air cleaner case (1)    Air filter (10)    Battery (12)    Opening (16a)    Guidance flow path (18)
NOVELTY - A connecting pipe connects upper portion of a tank for dilution, with the lower portion of a tank (5) storing water. Another connecting pipe connects lower portion of the tank (5) with the upper portion of the tank for dilution. Another connecting pipe discharges the gas discharged from the cathode to the tank (5), and the discharge ports (26,27) discharge the gas discharged from anode and cathode. A maintenance control unit (30) maintains the water surface of the tank (5) in the position higher than the upper surface of the horizontal portion (28) of the tank (5).    USE - Fuel cell system of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust gas discharged from the anode passes through the horizontal portion of the tank containing water. The hazardous substances are removed effectively by dissolving the hazardous substance in the water. The efficiency of the fuel cell system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the tank storing water. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Tank (5)    Discharge ports (26,27)    Horizontal portion (28)    Maintenance control unit (30)    Fuel cell waste gas exit (32)
NOVELTY - The electrode slurry is coated on a surface (30a) of a collector material (30) to form an electrode compound-material layer (31). A through-hole (32) is formed on a surface (30b) of the collector material without penetrating the electrode compound-material layer.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrode for lithium ion battery and lithium ion capacitor of electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The strength of the collector material at the time of coating the electrode slurry is ensured. The conveyance speed of the collector material is raised. The productivity of the electrode is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views indicating the manufacturing process of the electrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Collector material (30)    Surfaces of collector material (30a,30b)    Electrode compound-material layer (31)    Through-hole (32)    Recess (33)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has battery pack (2) with thermal influence on driving space, arranged in the position larger than the battery pack (3). A controller (35) controls the drive of battery packs such that the drive ratio of battery pack (3) is larger than that of battery pack (2).    USE - Vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The discomfort with respect to passenger in vehicle by the heat generated from battery pack is suppressed and battery packs which are excellent in output characteristics, are driven efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the circuit structure of vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery packs (2,3)    Direct current-direct current converters (31,32)    Inverter (33)    Propulsion motor (34)    Controller (35)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a storage unit (16) which stores the past measurement data of energy system. A prediction calculation unit (12) calculates the predicted value of the energy generation amount and load amount based on the stored measurement data. An evaluation function calculation unit (13) models energy generation and energy storage in energy system, and calculates evaluated value of the driving plan using model. An adjustment unit (15) adjusts the parameter in the model based on the optimal driving plan searched by searching unit (14).    USE - Apparatus for producing driving plan of energy system such as solar cell system and fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The optimal driving plan is generated by considering the constraint condition of the electrical storage devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for energy system driving plan production method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the driving plan production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Prediction calculation unit (12)    Evaluation function calculation unit (13)    Searching unit (14)    Adjustment unit (15)    Storage unit (16)
NOVELTY - The charging device has a Y capacitor circuit (70) formed by a pair of feeder (32) of an alternating current input circuit (30). An intermediate grounding conductor (72) is connected between the capacitors (74) and a connection/disconnection switch (80) for performing connection and disconnection of intermediate grounding conductor. The intermediate grounding conductor is blocked when earthing terminal for security is not connected with the ground while potential difference between feeders and vehicle body (1) is less than preset value.    USE - Vehicle-mounted charging device for charging battery e.g. secondary battery of electric vehicle. Can also be used in charging of battery used in other vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The function of Y capacitor circuit is not enabled since the intermediate grounding conductor is disconnected automatically and reliably during non-contact state of earthing terminal for security and the ground. The generation of spark, etc., produced between vehicle body and the ground can be avoided reliably based on simple and easy structure of the charging device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic circuit block diagram of the vehicle-mounted charging device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle body (1)    Alternating current input circuit (30)    Feeder (32)    Y capacitor circuit (70)    Intermediate grounding conductor (72)    Capacitor (74)    Connection/disconnection switch (80)
NOVELTY - The permanent magnets (12,14) are mutually magnetized in reverse direction so that same poles of the magnets face each other and the strongest magnetic field is generated along the inner and outer peripheries of the magnet module (10). An electromagnetic coil (30) is positioned so that electric current flows in the strong magnetic field direction (MD) and intersecting direction.    USE - Brushless electric machine such as single phase and two phase brushless linear motor and generator used in electronic device e.g. projector, fuel cell use apparatus e.g. fuel cell type mobile telephone, moving object e.g. electric-power-assisted bicycle and robot (all claimed). Can also be used in fan, timepiece, drum type washing machine, roller coaster, digital display, vehicle equipment, fuel cell type personal computer, fuel cell type digital camera, fuel cell type video camera, household appliance and optical memory device.    ADVANTAGE - The strongest magnetic field is generated along the inner and outer peripheries of the magnet assembly by magnetizing the magnets in reverse direction, hence the efficiency of the brushless electric machine is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electronic device; and    (2) fuel cell use apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the linear motor.    Magnet module (10)    Permanent magnets (12,14)    Interface boundary of magnets (12c)    Electromagnetic coil (30)    Strong magnetic field direction (MD)
NOVELTY - The axial type rotary machine has a rotor in which several permanent magnets with alternating north and south poles are arranged in circumferential direction within main surface perpendicular to a rotating shaft. A stator core (140) comprises several slots (144) that are formed in rotor opposing surface of stator teeth (142) in radial direction corresponding to rotor. The depth of each slot is greater than or equal to 1 mm.    USE - Axial type rotary machine such as motor and wind-powered generator for use in printer, fan and vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Several slots are formed in rotor opposing surface of stator teeth in radial direction corresponding to rotor. Thus sufficient cogging-torque-reduction effect can be achieved through slots formed in the stator core of rotary machine. The frequency-of-occurrence of cogging torque can be enlarged and the magnitude of cogging torque can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the stator core.    Stator core (140)    Base (141)    Stator teeth (142)    Slots between teeth (143)    Slots (144)
NOVELTY - The muffling duct (1) has a pair of resin-made ducts (31,32) that are connected to both ends of a cylinder porous duct (2) made of air permeable raw material. A series of gas flowing paths is formed between the resin-made ducts. The resin-made ducts are integrally molded with a resin-made connection element (3).    USE - Muffling duct for air-intake system of internal combustion engine used in motor vehicle. Can also be used in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the resin-made ducts are integrally molded with the resin-made connection element, the form retentivity of the muffling duct can be improved effectively and the attachment structure fixed to the vehicle casing can be simplified reliably. The ventilation resistance of the muffling duct can be reduced effectively and high silencing effect can be acquired. The interference of the porous duct with the surrounding components by sway or vibrations can be prevented reliably. The installation space and cost of the muffling duct can be reduced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the muffling duct.    Muffling duct (1)    Porous duct (2)    Resin-made connection element (3)    Resin-made ducts (31,32)    Connecting portion (33)
NOVELTY - An operation-control unit sets exothermic efficiency for operating form specification provided in the value lower than the exothermic efficiency of the latent-heat collection of auxiliary heating unit as exothermic efficiency of auxiliary heating unit. The estimation energies consumed at time of continuous and intermittent operations are calculated based on exothermic efficiency of time-sequential estimation load electric power, time-sequential estimation load heat and of heating unit when cogeneration apparatus is operated continuously and intermittently.    USE - Co-generation system for domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - The durability of the cogeneration apparatus and auxiliary heating unit can be improved while reducing the generation amount of carbon dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the processes involved in the cogeneration system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves pressing the circumference of foil stacking portions (12) in lamination direction of press portion, so that the non-supported regions of metal foil are aligned mutually in parallel in a state contacting with each other. The electricity is supplied to the foil side welding plan portion of foil stacking portions (12L), to form foil welding portion (M1).    USE - Manufacturing method of battery such as lithium ion secondary battery in hybrid electric vehicle, portable electronic device such as mobile telephone, notebook computer, and video camcorder. Can also be used in nickel hydride secondary battery, nickel cadmium secondary battery, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of re-routing electric current between metal foil and current collection terminal is prevented efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the electricity supply process.    Metal foil (12)    Foil stacking portions (12L)    To-be-non-supported regions (12d)    Current collection terminals (21,22)    Welding portion (M1)
NOVELTY - The system has a control unit that identifies maximum voltage from which output of the fuel cell reaches maximum based on the proportionality relationship between the voltage of the fuel cell and an electric current. The control unit changes the voltage of the fuel cell to the direction approaching the identified maximum output voltage, when an output increase request is advanced by the fuel cell during warming-up process.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The output of the fuel cell reaches the maximum by changing the voltage to a direction approaching the maximum output voltage, when the voltage of the fuel cell turns into a maximum output voltage. Since the maximum output voltage is identified based on the proportionality relationship between the voltage of the fuel cell and electric current, the output of the fuel cell can be increased reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart explaining the warming-up process of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus has a dilution container (6) that mixes and dilutes the hydrogen gas purged from a fuel cell so as to discharge the hydrogen gas. The inner side of dilution container is provided with expansion chambers (25,26) to which cathode-off gas pipe (14) is connected. The pure hydrogen pipe (8) is connected to a dilution chamber (24) that is formed in a closed space at inner side of dilution container. The dilution chamber is arranged between the expansion chambers, and is maintained as resonance chamber.    USE - Exhaust gas processing apparatus of fuel cell (claimed) used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The purge sound generated during purge hydrogen discharge can be attenuated by arranging the dilution chamber between the expansion chambers such that size of the processing apparatus can be reduced. The muffling and dilution capabilities of dilution container can be improved with reduced weight at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of the exhaust gas processing apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Dilution container (6)    Pure hydrogen pipe (8)    Cathode-off gas pipe (14)    Dilution chamber (24)    Expansion chambers (25,26)
NOVELTY - The method involves judging whether performances of a small aero-generator to be detected are up to a standard. Real diagram of curves about performances of a photovoltaic cell are compared with a theoretical diagram of curves. A judgment is made whether performances of the photovoltaic cell to be detected is up to a standard. Real diagram of curves about performances of a hydrogen fuel cell is compared with theoretical diagram of curves. The judgment is made whether performances of the hydrogen fuel cell to be detected is up to a standard.    USE - Method for testing performance of a wind, light and hydrogen integrated energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The method is convenient for technicists to detect, analyze and study the work states of the wind, light and hydrogen integrated energy power generation system. The method can optimize the design of the wind, light and hydrogen integrated energy power system. The mathematical model of a wind motor can obtain precise and reliable analysis result.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a testing platform comprising a test system for testing wind energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a wind, light and hydrogen integrated energy power generation system's performance testing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The apparatus (2) has molds (4F,6S) which are closed when metal board (BD) is pinched and cut by inclination blades (20f,20s). The press surface portions (40f,40s) are elastically supported with respect to molds, respectively. The press surface portion is bended so that pressure of board portions is transformed when the press surface portion (40s) is supported. The press surface portions are respectively moved in compressing direction by the trust of molds so that metal board which is provided in protrusion of blade (20s) is pinched from press surface portion (40s).    USE - Manufacturing apparatus of metal mesh board.    ADVANTAGE - The press surface portions are respectively moved in compressing direction by the trust of the molds so that the metal board which is provided in the protrusion of the blade is pinched from the press surface portion and hence the stretch degree of the metal board is maintained stable and thus several opening can be shaped. Thus the productivity of the metal mesh board is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the manufacturing apparatus of metal mesh board.    Manufacturing apparatus of metal mesh board (2)    Molds (4F,6S)    Inclination blades (20f,20s)    Press surface portions (40f,40s)    Metal board (BD)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen selective gas separation membrane comprises silicon-oxygen bond, element (M), silicon and oxygen in hydrogen gas at 400 degrees C or more. The molar ratio of element (M) with respect to silicon is 0.06-0.19.    USE - Hydrogen selective gas separation membrane is used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen selective gas separation membrane selectively and efficiently separates hydrogen gas, and has stable gas-separation performance for long period of time, and excellent durability.
NOVELTY - A steel material containing iron and chromium as a main component is heated to a temperature more than transition point (Ac3). The heated steel material is cooled to a predetermined temperature more than the room temperature and less than the martensitic transformation start temperature at a rate to which pearlite transformation does not occur. The steel material is tempered without cooling the steel material to room temperature to obtain ferritic heat-resisting steel.    USE - Manufacture of ferritic heat-resisting steel used for boiler, turbine, engine, chemical reaction equipment and fuel cell component.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of ferritic steel having excellent heat resistance, thermal expansivity, thermal conductivity and high-temperature strength economically.
NOVELTY - A frame (20) seats on valve seat (18) at connection point of inlet port (4) and exit port (6) connected to upstream supply pipe (36) and downstream supply pipe (38) respectively. A frame (24) seats on valve seat (22) at connection point of inlet port (10) and exit port (8) connected to upstream exhaust pipe (42) and downstream exhaust pipe (40). The valve frames connected by shafts (26,28) are separated with respect to corresponding valve seats by moving diaphragm (16) reciprocatingly to axial direction of shafts by introducing pilot pressure into chamber (12).    USE - Shut-off valve for fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the simultaneous drive of the valve frames is carried out by introducing pilot pressure into the pressure chamber, the opening and closing of the fluid passage can be done simultaneously. Since the pressure chamber is arranged between the valve frames, the whole valve size is made compact. The air blocking between the valve frame and valve seat can be made reliably by using bellowfram.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the shut-off valve.    Inlet ports (4,10)    Exit ports (6,8)    Pressure chamber (12)    Diaphragm (16)    Valve seats (18,22)    Frame (20,24)    Shafts (26,28)    Upstream supply pipe (36)    Downstream supply pipe (38)    Downstream exhaust pipe (40)    Upstream exhaust pipe (42)
NOVELTY - The current sensor apparatus (1) has a shunt resistor (110) that consists of metal bus-bars (112,113) which are welded at both ends of resistor (111). The harness connectors (112a,113a) are formed in a welding region of each bus-bar of shunt resistor in edge portion opposite to each other. The harness connector is fixed to a battery attachment bracket (15).    USE - Current sensor apparatus for detecting status such as charging rate, deterioration degree, discharge capability, etc., of battery in engine compartment of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since harness connectors are formed in welding region of bus-bar, excessive stress generated by vibration is prevented in welding region even if vibration exist during vehicle travel and the shunt resistor and welding region of bus-bar are protected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of battery status detecting sensor apparatus.    Current sensor apparatus (1)    Battery attachment bracket (15)    Shunt resistor (110)    Resistor (111)    Metal bus-bars (112,113)    Harness connectors (112a-113a)
NOVELTY - A temperature sensor (25e) detects the temperature of combustion space (25d) into which combustion gas is burned. A protective tube (25f) positions the front end of sensor with respect to a partition plate (25b1) in the space. A holding bracket (25g) is attached to a base in the space for holding the sensor. The biasing units (25h) are arranged between the holding bracket and latching units (25e2) fixed to base end portion of sensor, for biasing the sensor from base end portion side to front end portion side.    USE - Combustion apparatus of reformer for fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature in the combustion space is detected correctly and reliably, while improving the durability of the temperature sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the combustion apparatus.    Partition plate (25b1)    Combustion space (25d)    Temperature sensor (25e)    Latching unit (25e2)    Protective tube (25f)    Holding bracket (25g)    Biasing unit (25h)
NOVELTY - Production of fine precious metal particles comprises forming a molten mixture containing a precious metal chloride by feeding chlorine gas into a mixture made from a molten salt of an alkali metal chloride and a precious metal, producing a precious metal oxide as precipitate by adding an alkali metal carbonate to the molten mixture in an inert gas atmosphere, producing a mixture containing fine precious metal oxide particles by pulverizing the precious metal oxide with an alkali metal carbonate and an alkaline earth metal carbonate and producing fine precious metal particles by heating the mixture produced in the previous step in an atmosphere of a gas containing hydrogen and then treating the mixture.    USE - Production of fine precious metal particles used in the production of electrode materials for high performance components and electrode catalysts for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Highly pure particles are produced.
NOVELTY - The battery has electrodes arranged in a housing, and a heating device (2) heating the housing, where bottom of the housing is provided with recesses (1e). The heating device includes rectangular heatable projections, which engage with the recesses to create a thermal contact. The recesses are provided between battery cells (1a-1d), and the heatable projections are separately heated. Temperature sensors are provided in the heatable projections, and a control electronics unit measures core temperature of unheated battery using the temperature sensors.    USE - Liquid electrolyte battery i.e. lead-acid battery, for use as a starter battery in a vehicle i.e. passenger car, and for providing energy to a unit e.g. electrical window lift and a servo motor, for adjusting a seat or for electrically heating the seat.    ADVANTAGE - The heating device includes heatable projections, which engage with the recesses in the bottom of the housing, thus creating better thermal contact, and hence introducing large quantity of heat into the battery for rapidly heating the battery without damaging the battery by high temperatures. The recesses are provided between the battery cells, thus requiring only 3 heatable projections for the battery with 6 cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top perspective view of a liquid electrolyte battery container with 6 cells.    Battery cells (1a-1d)    Recesses (1e)    Heating device (2)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell (2) generating an electrical power, a reformer (3) generating a reformat gas, and a fuel supplying device (13) supplying a fuel to the reformer. A recirculation device (83) includes a recirculation duct (31) for supplying an anode exhaust gas of a fuel cell to the reformer, where the recirculation duct is attached to the reformer. An air supplying device (17) includes an air duct (18) for supplying air to the reformer, where the air duct is attached to the reformer. The fuel supplying device is formed so that the fuel is introduced into the recirculation duct.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The recirculation device includes the recirculation duct for supplying the anode exhaust gas of the fuel cell to the reformer, where the recirculation duct is attached to the reformer, thus improving the performance of the reformer, reducing the risk of condensation of the fuel steam in the recirculation device, and improving the quality of the reformat gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic circuit diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Reformer (3)    Fuel supplying device (13)    Air supplying device (17)    Air duct (18)    Recirculation duct (31)    Recirculation device (83)
NOVELTY - The device has a high voltage battery (103) for propelling an electric drive, and a low voltage battery (105) i.e. on-board power supply battery. An energy storage (101) i.e. double layer capacitor, is electrically coupled with the high voltage battery and/or the low voltage battery for charging and providing emergency power supply. The energy storage is connected parallel to the low voltage battery. The high voltage battery is connected with the electrical drive via a switch. The energy storage provides electrical energy for closing the switch in case of failure of the low voltage battery.    USE - Emergency power supply device for use in a power supply system of a hybrid vehicle (all claimed) to provide emergency power supply to the hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device efficiently provides emergency power supply to the hybrid vehicle in case of failure of the low voltage battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a power supply system for a hybrid vehicle    (2) a method for providing emergency power supply to a hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an emergency power supply device.    Energy storage (101)    High voltage battery (103)    Low voltage battery (105)
NOVELTY - The box has five clapboards (2) fabricated in a battery plastic box body (1), where opening of the box body is 267-307 millimeters in length (L), 77 millimeters in width and 76 millimeters in height (H). The box body is connected to a box cover (3) provided with a copper connector. The clapboards are provided in the box body to divide the box body into six cavities (11) in a single row, where bottom wall of the clapboards has a thickness (D) of 2.4 millimeters. The box cover is fabricated with a groove for installing the copper connector.    USE - Plastic box for a 12-volt 30-ampere battery of an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The box body is divided into six cavities in a single row by the five clapboards so that the box is convenient to fabricate and assemble, and saves material. The box increases capacitance, and allows the electric motor car to run for 105 kilometers continuously at maximum degree. The copper connector is installed in the groove to avoid the damage caused due collision during transportation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a plastic box for a battery of an electric motor car.    Thickness (D)    Height (H)    Length (L)    Battery plastic box body (1)    Clapboards (2)    Box cover (3)    Cavities (11)
NOVELTY - The converter has a worm connected to a motor, and a feeder gear coupled with a gear via a gear idle. A saw-tooth shaped short-circuit prevention device is located under a feeder. The gear is connected to a radiation disk, and disk type pole plates are electrically coupled to an electronic controller that is electrically connected to the motor. An end of the feeder is coupled with an electrolyte pump, where an inlet pipe of the electrolyte pump is connected to an outlet of a cycle chamber. An outlet pipe of the electrolyte pump is coupled to nozzles at lower parts of two spaces.    USE - Radiation disk electric energy converter for use in an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The converter can supply stable voltage and current for a long time, and has long service life. The output electric energy of the converter can satisfy the running requirement of a vehicle. The converter has simple structure with low production cost and suitable for various transport facilities.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a radiation disk electric energy converter.
NOVELTY - The method involves continuously acquiring temperature (11) of a power battery of an electrical traction vehicle, temperature (13) of heat-transfer fluid in an inlet of a cooling circuit and traversing speed (12) of the vehicle. Difference between the temperature of the power battery and the temperature of the heat-transfer fluid is determined. A flow (14) of heat flux to be applied is determined based on the temperature of the power battery and the heat-transfer fluid, and the traversing speed of the vehicle.    USE - Method for controlling a temperature control device (claimed) of a power battery of a motor vehicle i.e. electric traction vehicle. Can also be used for a hybrid motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow of heat flux to be applied is determined based on the temperature of the power battery and the heat-transfer fluid, and the traversing speed of the vehicle, thus increasing the flow of heat flux when the temperature of the battery is high, and hence efficiently cooling the battery with reduced energy consumption so as to increase the service life of the battery, while preserving passengers in a cab interior of the vehicle against acoustic nuisance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram illustrating a method for controlling a temperature control device of a power battery of an electrical traction vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Power battery temperature (11)    Traversing speed (12)    Heat-transfer fluid temperature (13)    Heat flux flow (14)
NOVELTY - The device has a wind wheel for extracting wind energy, where wheel is connected to a wind wheel shaft. A driving device is connected to a transmission device through a driving shaft. The wind wheel shaft is connected to a regulating component for regulating direction of the wind wheel. The driving device is fixedly connected to a machine frame that is fixed at an outer side of a carriage of a vehicle. The transmission device is connected to an electrical storage device and a vehicle control device. Two ends of the driving shaft are equipped with a gear.    USE - Energy extracting device for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device can extract the wind energy after the movement of the vehicle. The device can convert extracted kinetic energy into mechanical energy to achieve the effect of energy conservation. The device reduces the operation cost of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy extracting device for vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a wind energy generator and a vent pipe (10) installed in a headstock wind shield (8). The generator is mounted on the vent pipe, and a controller is fixed in a headstock (6). A storage battery is fixed in a vehicle body (5), and the generator is connected to the controller through a lead. The controller is connected to the storage battery through another lead. The controller, the storage battery and the vent pipe are firmly mounted on a frame of a vehicle. The controller is provided with a voltage regulator and a current rectifier.    USE - Wind energy generating and storing device for an electric vehicle i.e. scooter (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The wind energy generator is driven by wind for operation, so that the wind energy generator generates electricity and supplies power to the storage battery via the controller, and the storage battery supplies the power to the electric vehicle, thus improving utilization rate of the electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric vehicle.    Vehicle body (5)    Headstock (6)    Headstock wind shield (8)    Vent pipe (10)
NOVELTY - The system has a starting type storage battery i.e. super capacitor, connected to a starting engine in parallel to form a starting circuit. A power supply type storage battery i.e. plumbic acid storage battery, a generator and various power consumption devices in an automobile are connected in parallel to form a power supply circuit. An electrical system controller is connected between the starting circuit and the power supply circuit. A direct current/alternating current transformer is connected to the system controller in parallel between the starting circuit and the power supply circuit.    USE - Automotive electrical system.    ADVANTAGE - The system does not affect normal operation of other electric appliances of an automobile when the starting engine starts. The system guarantees the service life of the storage batteries and improves the reliability of a battery component. The system realizes stop times of the starting engine, so that gasoline consumption is reduced at a higher degree.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an automotive electrical system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A supported catalyst comprising noble metal nanoparticles through a sol-gel process, is prepared by, obtaining a dispersion by adding noble metal nanoparticles having a mean particle size of 3-6 nm, to a mixture comprising an ionic liquid and a co-solvent; adding a solid matrix molecular precursor to the dispersion; adding a catalyst for the sol-gel process; recovering a supported catalyst comprising noble metal nanoparticles dispersed in ionic liquid and incorporated in a solid matrix.    USE - Method of preparing supported catalyst comprising noble metal nanoparticles (claimed) useful as catalysts, fuel cells, supercapacitors, and components for batteries.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces supported catalysts through sol-gel process in a single stage, which are quite homogeneous, have a regular distribution of noble metal nanoparticles in the solid matrix, and have greater catalytic activity than isolated noble metal nanoparticles.
NOVELTY - A microporous film has sea-island structure in which sea portion contains polyolefin resin and island portion contains polyphenylene ether-type resin. The content of polyphenylene ether-type resin is 5-90 mass parts with respect to 100 mass parts of polyolefin resin. The microporous film has air permeability of 10 seconds/100 cc to 5000 seconds/100 cc.    USE - Microporous film is used for laminated microporous film for separator of battery (both claimed) such as lithium ion battery for electronic devices such as mobile telephone and notebook-type personal computer, and hybrid electric vehicle. Can also be used for separator for capacitor and fuel cell material.    ADVANTAGE - The microporous film has favorable porosity, air permeability, heat resistance and crack resistance even at high temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of microporous film; and    (2) laminated microporous film has the microporous film which is formed using thermoplastic resin having melting point of 100-150 degrees C.
NOVELTY - Polyolefin microporous membrane is formed from polyolefin composition comprising polyethylene, polypropylene (a) having viscosity average molecular weight of 50000-300000 and another polypropylene (b) having viscosity average molecular weight of 300000 or more.    USE - Polyolefin microporous membrane is used for separator for lithium ion batteries and winding component (both claimed). Can also be used for micro-filtration membrane, capacitor and fuel cell material.    ADVANTAGE - The polyolefin microporous membrane is safe. During slitting step for producing polyolefin microporous membrane high edge is reduced.
NOVELTY - The electric cable assembly (16) has an electric cable (24) having a conductive core, inner insulation jacket surrounding the conductive core, a conductive layer surrounding the inner insulation jacket and an outer insulation jacket surrounding the conductive layer. A conductive contact (18) is injection molded around the conductive layer at a prepared section of the electric cable so that electric current is made to flow between the conductive layer and the conductive contact.    USE - Electric cable assembly for high voltage connections in high voltage batteries of hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive contact is injection molded for simplifying assembling process, enabling accurate positioning of conductive contact on the electric cable and obtaining intimate and precise connection between the conductive contact and the electric cable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) shielded electric cable assembly; and    (2) method of applying conductive contact to an electric cable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the partially exploded view of the shielded electric cable assembly.    Shielded electric cable assembly (10)    Electric cable assembly (16)    Conductive contact (18)    Electric cable (24)    Terminal (26)
NOVELTY - The lamination electrode has a thin electroconductive metal film layer (2) with anticorrosion on a glass substrate (1). The platinum particles (3) are deposited on the thin metal film layer, such that the surface density of platinum particles is in the range of 3-14 microgram/cm2.    USE - Lamination electrode for use as counter electrode in dye sensitized solar cell (claimed). Can also be used in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since thin electroconductive metal film layer with anticorrosion is used, the corrosion resistance is increased and conductivity is improved. Since the quantity of platinum particles is reduced, the resources are saved and hence highly efficient structure is realized at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of lamination electrode.    Glass substrate (1)    Thin electroconductive metal film layer (2)    Platinum particle (3)
NOVELTY - The system has a battery rack provided in interfitting engagement with a set of energy packs e.g. battery packs (2), and comprising a rack base attached to a hybrid electric vehicle. A latch engages lockdown fittings on energy packs. A set of heat sinks (10) is provided in contact with the energy packs for removing heat from a set of removable modular batteries. An energy pack charge and exchange station comprises a user interface terminal for accepting information input by a station user.    USE - Modular electrical power system for a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables a driver of the vehicle to easily exchange discharged batteries for charged batteries in a short period of time without using a special equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery back.    Battery pack (2)    Battery pack case (4)    Handle (6)    Electrical connector (8)    Heat sink (10)    Diagnostic connecter (12)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a membrane electrode (14) and a plate (15) having a surface (24) adjacent to the membrane electrode. The surface comprises a flow field (22) i.e. channel, formed to deliver a fluid to the membrane electrode. An actuator (26) i.e. ceramic piezoelectric transducers, is operatively connected to the plate, where the actuator mechanically excites the plate to disperse water within the flow field. An electronic control module (30) monitors an operating voltage associated with the system, and the actuator mechanically excites the plate based on the operating voltage.    USE - Automotive fuel cell system for generating electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The system enables effective removal of condensed water from an anodic side catalytic layer of the fuel cell, thus improving performance of the system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for dispersing liquid water within an automotive fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a portion of an automotive fuel cell system.    Automotive fuel cell system (10)    Membrane electrode (14)    Plates (15, 16)    Flow field (22)    Surface (24)    Actuator (26)    Electronic control module (30)
NOVELTY - The structure (1) has a pair of connectors (2, 6) fitted to each other. An insulating connector housing (22) includes terminal accommodation portions (30, 70) for accommodating terminal metal parts (21, 61). Conductive shield shells (63) cover the accommodation portions. A conductive connector attachment portion (11) is connected to the shield shells that are connected with each other when the connectors are fitted to each other. A shell body (65) covers the accommodation portions and a connection portion (83), and is connected to the portion (11) when the connectors are fitted to each other.    USE - Shield connector structure for an electric automobile, a hybrid automobile and a fuel-cell automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The structure improves shielding performance by shortening a path through which return current flows, so as to effectively discharge the noise. The structure increases a contact area of the connection portion contacting with the connector attachment portion without increasing electric resistance in a path from the shell body to the connection portion, thus reducing contact resistance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a pair of connectors of a shield connector structure.    Shield connector structure (1)    Connectors (2, 6)    Conductive connector attachment portion (11)    Terminal metal parts (21, 61)    Insulating connector housing (22)    Terminal accommodation portions (30, 70)    Conductive shield shells (63)    Shell body (65)    Connection portion (83)
NOVELTY - A nanoporous composition comprises a nanoporous material and ions. The nanoporous material comprises nanopores having an average characteristic cross-sectional dimension of 0.1-3 nm; and the difference between the average characteristic cross-sectional dimension of the nanopores and the average cross-sectional dimension of the ions is less than 0.05 nm.    USE - Nanoporous composition for energy storage device or supercapacitor for connecting to electrical device comprising heater, cooler, computer, portable device, stationary device, display, battery, fuel cell, and/or turbine (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The nanoporous composition has pores that are optimally sized to maximize capacitance, providing an enhanced supercapacitor material. Compared to capacity values of 140 F/g and 80 F/cm3 obtained using nanoporous composition, the commercially-available activated carbon only results in values of 91 F/g and 45 F/cm3 under the same conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an energy storage device comprising nanoporous composition disposed between electrode(s); and    (2) a method of fabricating a supercapacitor comprising contacting a nanoporous composition comprising nanopores with ions, which are chosen such that at least one ion is capable of residing at least partially within pore(s) of the nanoporous composition.
NOVELTY - The electrode catalyst has thin fibrous carbon (31) such as single/multi wall carbon nanotube and vapor growth carbon fiber provided on the surface of a platinum substitute material (21). The thickness of thin fibrous carbon is in the range of 1-100nm. The average diameter of fibrous carbon is in the range of 1nm-10 mu m and the length of fibrous carbon is in the range of 100nm-700 mu m.    USE - Electrode catalyst for membrane electrode assembly of fuel cell (both claimed) such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell used for automotive application and household power supply.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell characteristics can be improved, while maintaining favorable ohmic contact and gas diffusion property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode catalyst for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the electrode catalyst for fuel cell.    Platinum substitute material (21)    Thin fibrous carbon (31)
NOVELTY - The battery has a precoat layer (6) containing solvent-type binder such as polyvinylidene fluoride formed on a collector (1) in positive electrode and negative electrode. The solvent-type slurry containing active material, solvent-type binder and electrically conductive agent are coated on the precoat layer, to form a mixture layer (2). An electrode is formed by drying the mixture layer. The thickness of the precoat layer is less than or equal to 1 mu m.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium secondary battery used in power supply of portable device, and power tool used in power-assisted bicycle, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), etc.    ADVANTAGE - The operating performance of the battery can be improved, since the adhesion strength of the mixture layer with respect to the collector is improved, due to the distribution of binder in the mixture layer. The electrode can be produced efficiently, by raising the drying temperature of the mixture layer. The reliability of the battery can be improved for long period of time, since peeling of the active material from the electrode, and change in the expansion/contraction of the electrode can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the mixture layer and precoat layer formed on the collector.    Collector (1)    Mixture layer (2)    Precoat layer (6)
NOVELTY - An electrical storage amount detection unit detects the amount of electrical storage in the battery based on integrating the electric current supplied to the battery. An electric power generation voltage drop unit reduces electric power generation voltage when amount of predetermined electrical storage is detected. A vehicle state detection unit detects the driving state of vehicle. A prohibition unit prohibits the fall of electric power generation voltage when it is detected that the vehicle is in stop state.    USE - Electric power generation control apparatus for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of electrical storage in the battery is grasped rapidly at the time of starting the internal combustion engine. Regeneration and battery charging efficiency can be improved by setting the target charging voltage of battery to be low. The fall of electric power generation voltage can be prohibited and over-discharge state of the battery is avoided reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the operation of electric power generation control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The electrically driven vehicle has an electric motor which is connected to rechargeable energy storage. A wind energy plant is arranged in the front area of the vehicle. The wind energy plant has a wind tunnel system (1) with multiple wind tunnels (2) in which multiple wind generators (3) are arranged. Each wind tunnel is formed by a pipe-in-pipe form, such that the pipe diameter and the length of the individual pipes (4.1,4.2,4.3) of the wind tunnel system are increased in the direction of the air flow for driving the wind generators arranged in individual pipes.    USE - Electrically driven vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrically driven vehicle has an electric motor which is connected to rechargeable energy storage, where wind energy plant is arranged in the front area of the vehicle, and the wind energy plant has a wind tunnel system provided with multiple wind tunnels, thus ensures an efficient electrically driven vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a wind tunnel system.    Wind tunnel system (1)    Wind tunnel (2)    Wind generator (3)    Pipes (4.1,4.2,4.3)    Fastener (8)
NOVELTY - An electrical energy supply system which can supply continuously high power energy to a load. The system comprises a set supercapacitor module which has high energy density, connecting a generator to form a stable major energy source; and a set supercapacitor module which has high power energy can providing electrical power to the load at different power rates. The high power supercapacitor module is placed in parallel with the other supercapacitor module which has high energy density. Both of two supercapacitor module can be charged electrical energy from generator continuously and especially supply for the movable energy requirement. For example, supplying sufficient energy to electrical vehicle.
NOVELTY - The generator has a circular/elliptical spiral horn opening, a spiral guide cover, vanes, a spiral wind tunnel, a rotating shaft and a generation device, where a back end of the spiral horn opening is connected with the spiral wind tunnel. The generation device is equipped inside the spiral wind tunnel. A vane rotating shaft is equipped in the spiral horn opening and connected with a rotating shaft of the generation device. An inner wall of the spiral horn opening is equipped with leftwards/rightwards convexly curved guide prisms.    USE - Spiral wind tunnel wind driven generator for use in a vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The generator converts wind at speed of 15-30 meters per second into spiral wind at speed of 40-50 meters per second, so that the vanes of the generator can be rotated quickly. The generation device utilizes the rotating shaft for power generation, thus increasing the quantity of power generation. The generator has less volume and ensures satisfactory overall working performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a spiral wind tunnel wind driven generator.
NOVELTY - A triazine-containing polymeric compound (1-4) is new.    USE - Novel triazine-containing polymeric compound is used for homopolymer or copolymer for thin film, charge transport material, and photoconductive material (all claimed) for electrophotography, electroluminescent element, secondary battery and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The triazine-containing polymeric compound provides thin film having excellent strength. The charge transport material formed using the triazine-containing polymeric compound has high charge mobility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A triazine-containing polymeric compound of formula (1-4) is new.    X1-X3=bivalent coupling group consisting of single bond, NR1, oxygen, sulfur, carbonyl, or sulfonyl;    Ar1-Ar4=aromatic group or heterocyclic group;    L1-L4=bivalent coupling group consisting of single bond, NR2, alkylene, oxygen, sulfur, carbonyl, or sulfonyl;    R1,R2=H, or 1-30C alkyl;and    P1-P4=polymeric group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photoconductive material, which has charge generating layer which absorbs light, performs charge separation and generates electric charge, and electric charge carrying layer containing triazine-containing polymeric compound and/or polymer containing triazine-containing polymeric compound.
NOVELTY - The condensed water is divided into high temperature condensed water and low temperature condensed water that are separated from combustion exhaust gas. The high temperature condensed water is recovered by combustion exhaust gas drain trap (21) positioned to the upstream of combustion exhaust gas heat exchanger (Q4). The low temperature condensed water is recovered by water tank (20) at the downstream. The low temperature condensed water is preferentially drained out of fuel cell power generating device, when amount of water recovery exceeds the preset level.    USE - Water recovery method of fuel cell power generating device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbon dioxide gas concentration of condensed water recovered from combustion exhaust gas is reduced and load concerning the water treatment apparatus is reduced. The driving cost and maintenance cost of the fuel cell power generating device is decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell power generating device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell power generating system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell main section (1)    Water treatment apparatus (10)    Water tank (20)    Combustion exhaust gas drain trap (21)    Combustion exhaust gas heat exchanger (Q4)
NOVELTY - A conductor has layers (a and b) (11,12) containing titanium oxide and a dopant of niobium, tantalum, molybdenum, arsenic, antimony, tungsten, nitrogen, fluorine, sulfur, selenium, tellurium, chromium, nickel, technetium, rhenium, phosphorus and/or bismuth. A layer (b) has ratio of atom-number of dopant with respect to sum total atom-number of titanium and dopant of 0.01-4 atomic%. A layer (a) having ratio of atom-number of dopant with respect to sum total atom-number of titanium and dopant more than the layer (b) is provided between the layer (b) and substrate (10).    USE - Conductor is used as transparent electrode for flat panel display, solar cell and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The conductor has excellent transparency, heat resistance and electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of conductor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the conductor.    Substrate (10)    Layers (11,12)
NOVELTY - The device has two thermal baffles fixed in a shell and dividing internal space of the shell into a heat dissipation cavity and a muffler cavity. A muffler clapboard is fixed in the muffler cavity to divide the muffler cavity into multiple spaces communicating with each other. The heat dissipation cavity communicates with a space enclosed by inner and outer walls of a heating hood through a heat transmission passage. Heat dissipation windows are uniformly fixed on the inner wall. An exhaust through hole is penetrated into the inner and outer walls, and is formed on the heating hood.    USE - Battery heating and comprehensive waste gas utilizing device for a hybrid power electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device has double function of accumulator battery heating and waste gas silencing. The heating hood uniformly heats the accumulator battery. The device utilizes the waste gas after heat, and reduces the exhaust noise of the hybrid power electric vehicle engine. The device increases the service life of the lead acid accumulator battery and endurance mileage of the hybrid power electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a battery heating and comprehensive waste gas utilizing device.
NOVELTY - The structure has a bearing end plate including an end plate and a combining part and connected to a pole side of a fuel battery module. A pole collector plate is connected between the end plate and the pole side of the fuel battery module. Two side plates are provided with an open end, and a pressure applying plate of a pressure applying structure is pre-made on an end plate surface of the bearing end plate after assembling of the fuel battery module, bearing end plate, pole collector plate and the pressure applying structure.    USE - Bearing assemblage structure for a fuel battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a bearing assemblage structure for a fuel battery module.
NOVELTY - Invention is related to electric engineering, namely to sources of supply, which may be installed in various transport means: hybrid electric cars, electric cars with power plants on fuel elements, etc. According to invention, method for operation of nickel-metal hydride buffer batteries consists in execution of rapid charge, switching to floating with low current and execution of discharge to achieve minimum voltage, rapid charge with current of up to 20 C is carried out until maximum voltage is achieved in accumulator or group of accumulators, which is calculated according to the following formula Umax=UC-k(t-t0)+R(lC-lRC), where UC is final charge voltage of accumulator (or group of accumulators) at rated charge current lRC at temperature of t0=20 degrees C, k is temperature coefficient of voltage, t is temperature of accumulator, lC is charge current, R is resistance of accumulator (or group of accumulators), which corresponds to achievement of 85 - 90 % of maximum charge capacity; discharge is executed until minimum voltage is achieved in accumulator or group of accumulators: Umin=Ud-k(t-t0)-R(Id-Ird), where Ud is final discharge voltage of accumulator (or group of accumulators) at rated current of discharge lrd at temperature of t0=20 degrees C; discharge or rapid charge is interrupted, when maximum temperature is achieved, equal to 60 - 65 degrees C; repeated switching to rapid charge is carried out only after at least 10% of rated capacity is spent or after storage of more than 10 days.    USE - Electricity.    ADVANTAGE - High resource reliability in operation and high efficiency of battery.
NOVELTY - The unit (100) has a plate processing apparatus provided with a cutting unit and a support unit and utilized for processing an end portion of a plate material. The cutting unit is composed of two cutters (116a, 116b), and another end portion of the plate material is connected between the cutting unit and the support unit. A bottom plate (132) is included in the support unit, and two cutting boards (134a, 134b) are placed at an upper side of the bottom plate. The cutters and the cutting boards are inserted into two openings of the bottom plate.    USE - Unit for fabricating an electrode of a lithium ion polymer battery that is utilized in a fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle (FCHEV).    ADVANTAGE - The unit can improve the machining accuracy of the electrode, and facilitates the maintenance and repair work.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plane view of an electrode fabricating unit.    Electrode fabricating unit (100)    Cutters (116a, 116b)    Bottom plate (132)    Cutting boards (134a, 134b)    Tension guide part (140)
NOVELTY - The module unit has a temperature sensor (4) with an attaching portion (43) having an operation unit at an end portion to prevent passage through the through-hole of a main body (41). The temperature sensor, engaged with the main body to measure the temperature of one battery cell, contacts with the battery cell when the main body is attached to the battery cells. A retaining portion (42) is retained to the edge of the through-hole from the first side of the main body after the retaining portion passes through the through-hole from a second side.    USE - Module unit for battery case of hybrid motor vehicle or electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents overcharge or over-discharge of battery cells. Ensures accurate measurement of battery cell temperature. Ensures easy attachment of temperature sensor to module unit. Reduces cost of battery case.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of a temperature sensor.    Temperature sensor (4)    Main body (41)    Retaining portion (42)    Attaching portion (43)    Electric wires (45a,45b)
NOVELTY - The cover has a rectangular top surface (1), where width of a rear side wall (2) is greater than width of a front side wall. The rear side wall is transversely equipped with ribs, where upper ends of the ribs extend to the top surface, and the cover is made of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene material. Lower ends of the ribs are connected with a rolled edge provided on a rear side of the cover.    USE - Automobile battery box cover.    ADVANTAGE - The cover is made of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene material, so that the cover is light in weight, inexpensive and easy to mount, and does not damage a battery box. The cover eliminates a paint spraying process on the box, and prevents rusting of the box. The cover does not deform at 100 degrees centigrade. The cover has better cold-resistant, ageing-resistant, and acid rain-resistant properties, and better bearing performance. The surface of the cover does not deform under the pressure of 80-100 kilograms.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an automobile battery box cover.    Top surface (1)    Rear side wall (2)
NOVELTY - The heat exchanging element has heat exchanging units comprising fins and connecting portions, which are spaced apart by the preset interval. The heat exchanging units are arranged the side of the separating portion made of plastic, foam, or silica gel along the specific direction. The heat conduction units are fixed and divided by the fixing units for delaying the heat conduction process of exchanging units such that the coefficient of heat conduction of heat exchanging unit is higher than coefficient of heat conduction of fixing unit.    USE - Heat exchanging element for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat conduction process of heat exchanging units is delayed, the heat recovery efficiency of the fuel cell system is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of heat exchanging element.
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery is formed by injecting a non aqueous electrolyte. The exposed portion which does not form anode mix layer of positive electrode collector and another exposed portion which does not form cathode mix layer of negative electrode collector, oppose through a separator and polymer-gel electrolyte layer. The polymer-gel electrolyte layer has ion electroconductivity and electronic insulation where battery voltage is below a predetermined voltage. The battery voltage has electronic conductivity with voltage beyond a predetermined voltage.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery such as lithium ion secondary battery, is used as power supply for compact electronic device such as personal computer, mobile telephone, digital camera, camcorder and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has excellent cyclic characteristics and storage property, and is safe even overcharged.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery is formed by injecting a non aqueous electrolyte. The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery comprises electrode component which wound positive electrode formed in positive electrode collector the anode mix layer having positive electrode active material, and negative electrode which formed in negative electrode collector the cathode mix layer having negative electrode active material, through a separator is provided in cladding material. The exposed portion which does not form anode mix layer of positive electrode collector and exposed portion which does not form cathode mix layer of negative electrode collector, oppose through a separator and polymer-gel electrolyte layer. The polymer-gel electrolyte layer has ion electroconductivity and electronic insulation where battery voltage is below a predetermined voltage. The battery voltage has electronic conductivity with voltage beyond a predetermined voltage.
NOVELTY - The method involves injecting liquid tin (B) in a reaction bath (10) by a liquid metal injection part. Desulphurization process is performed when hydrogen sulfide (S) is reacted with the liquid tin in the reaction bath for generating fuel gas (A) e.g. carbon oxysulfide, tin sulfide and hydrogen gas. A filler part is arranged in a middle portion of the reaction bath. The fuel gas is injected in a coal gasification instrument (20) at a high temperature state without cooling the reaction bath. The filler part is selected from one of alumina ball, glass ball and pebble.    USE - High temperature fuel gas e.g. hydrogen sulfide and carbon oxysulfide, desulphurization method for a fuel cell and a heat exchanger of a gas turbine engine.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows performing desulphurization process in the high temperature by utilizing the liquid tin, thus maximizing contact of the fuel gas with the liquid tin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a high temperature fuel gas desulphurization apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a high temperature fuel gas desulphurization apparatus.    Fuel gas (A)    Liquid tin (B)    Hydrogen sulfide (S)    Reaction bath (10)    Coal gasification instrument (20)
NOVELTY - A reaction apparatus has base (2) with reaction medium flow path (1), supply path (3) for supplying reaction medium to supply port (3a), discharge port (4a) downstream from flow path, exhaust passage for emitting the reaction medium and circuit (5) on base where reaction medium returns.    USE - A reaction apparatus for fuel cell systems used in mobile telephone or notebook personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The reaction rate of reaction medium is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross section (a) and planar perspective drawing (b) of reaction apparatus.    Flow path (1)    Base (2)    Supply path (3)    Supply port (3a)    Exhaust passage (4)    Discharge port (4a)    Circuit (5)
NOVELTY - The manufacturing apparatus has inclination blade surface portions (20f,20s) fixed in molds (4f-2,6s-2), and a teeth structure (14) is positioned in the inclination blade surface portion (20f). A blade (16) is positioned in the inclination blade surface portion (20s). The teeth structure and the blade are accommodated in the accommodating portions (30f,32f). The accommodation thickness dimension of the accommodating portions is set more than the maximum board thickness dimension of the blade.    USE - Manufacturing apparatus of mesh-shaped structure used as separator of fuel cell for vehicle, filter of radiator and heat sink for pre-light extinction of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The mesh-shaped structure with high precision can be manufactured by preventing or reducing the installation difference of blade. The mesh-shaped structure can be manufactured in short time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the longitudinal cross-sectional views of the manufacturing apparatus.    Molds (4f-2,6s-2)    Teeth structure (14)    Blade (16)    Inclination blade surface portions (20f,20s)    Accommodating portions (30f,32f)
NOVELTY - The method involves determining whether engine is stopped or not. Voltage values of battery at time of engine stop and at preset time after engine stop are acquired and compared, when engine is stopped. Relational expression of time which has passed since the engine stop is calculated. Elimination polarization voltage value at time of engine starting is calculated using relational expression of time, when the engine is started. Open circuit voltage value is calculated by comparing voltage value acquired at time of engine stop and elimination polarization voltage value.    USE - Method for estimating open circuit voltage value of battery mounted in vehicle e.g. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The open circuit voltage value of the battery can be estimated easily with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for open circuit voltage value estimation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the open circuit voltage value estimation process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen storage unit has a hydrogen flow path (2) extended from a hydrogen storage container (1). The hydrogen flow path includes an impurity flow suppression unit (8) having impurity removal unit (8x) for absorbing impurity contained in hydrogen and a regulator valve (8y), and several temperature control units (4a-4f) for controlling temperature at the front-end of hydrogen flow path.    USE - Hydrogen storage unit for fuel cell system (claimed) mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen flow path is provided with impurity flow suppression unit and several temperature control units, the impurity contained in hydrogen can be removed by controlling temperature of hydrogen flow path and the flow of impurity into the container can be suppressed, hence the fall of hydrogen desorption performance can be suppressed effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the hydrogen storage unit. (Drawing include non-English language text)    Hydrogen storage container (1)    Hydrogen flow path (2)    Temperature control units (4a-4f)    Impurity flow suppression unit (8)    Impurity removal unit (8x)    Regulator valve (8y)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell plate (20) comprises first flow field channels (22) having an inlet (26) near one end (28) and an outlet (30) near an opposite end (32) for establishing first fluid flow paths from the inlet to the outlet; and second flow field channels (24) having an inlet (34) near one end and an outlet (36) near an opposite end for establishing second flow fluid paths from the inlet to the outlet. The first fluid flow paths are in an opposite direction relative to the second fluid flow paths; and at least some of the second flow field channels are between two of the first flow field channels.    USE - Fuel cell plate i.e. solid plate.    ADVANTAGE - The opposite direction of fluid flow in adjacent fluid flow paths or flow field channels allows for water transfer across ribs that separate the channels. The opposite direction of fluid flow provides a relatively dry inlet gas near a relatively wet outlet gas, which facilitates better water distribution and a resulting increased performance and useful service life for the plate. It allows for operating with relatively lower humidity levels because the tendency for a portion of the plate to dry out is minimized or eliminated by the strategic arrangement of the fluid flow directions through the channels.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of managing moisture distribution along a fuel cell plate (20).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic view of a fuel cell plate.    Fuel cell plate (20)    First flow field channels (22)    Second flow field channels (24)    Inlet of first flow field channels (26)    End of plate (28)    Outlet of first flow field channels (30)    Opposite end of plate (32)    Inlet of second flow field channels (34)    Outlet of second flow field channels (36)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a housing to be installed in an automobile (20), and an electric motor component coupled to the housing. Another electric motor component is coupled to the former electric motor component. The electric motor components jointly comprise a magnet and a conductive coil. A transmission assembly comprises a gear coupled to the latter electric motor component. The latter electric motor component and the transmission assembly are coupled to the housing such that the transmission assembly supports the latter electric motor component when the housing is installed in the automobile.    USE - Automotive motor drive assembly for an alternative fuel vehicle such as hybrid, electric, and fuel cell vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The motor can be manufactured modularly due to the individual, separate components. The production of different components can be outsourced to multiple manufacturers, thus resulting in a reduction of costs. The modular components result in a more compact assembly in which the gear carrier can be positioned below the stator and the rotor. The stator, the rotor, and the carrier can be vertically aligned, thus reducing the amount of horizontal space required for the motor assembly and the transmission.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an automotive motor drive assembly for an alternative fuel vehicle.    Automobile (20)    Frame (22)    Wheels (24)    Electronic control system (26)    Forward actuator assembly (28)
NOVELTY - An energy uptake apparatus has a rotary body (1) equipped with a radial crankshaft (2) at the center and piston legs (6) at the periphery. When in use, the rotary body tramples the ground at time of rotation to capture energy. The captured energy is utilized as auxiliary power and or electric power generation motive power. The apparatus further includes number of radial arms (3) and piston rods (5) which can be adjusted to compensate for function of a utilization system.    USE - Energy uptake apparatus e.g. for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Energy captured by trampling of rotary body against ground can be utilized as auxiliary power or motive power for electric power generation, enabling to address inexpensive clean energy supply and address problems such as reduction in carbon dioxide for global warming prevention.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the front view of a rotary body of an energy uptake apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Rotary body (1)    Radial crankshaft (2)    Radial arms (3)    Piston rods (5)    Piston legs (6)
NOVELTY - The activation apparatus (1) has a control circuit (3) that stops operation of a pulse generation circuit (4) when the power supply voltage of a lead battery (100) is outside a predetermined voltage range. The control circuit operates both pulse generation circuit and a display element (5) when the power supply voltage of the lead battery is over a reference voltage, which is in a predetermined voltage range and preset by the control circuit.    USE - Activation apparatus for lead battery of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Restrains consumption of electrical storage capacity of the lead battery through the control circuit. Enhances protection by providing control circuit that regulates supply of electricity irrespective of inversely connecting the rectifier diode to the cathode terminal of the lead battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic block diagram of the activation apparatus structure of the lead battery.    Activation apparatus (1)    Control circuit (3)    Pulse generation circuit (4)    Display element (5)    Lead battery (100)
NOVELTY - Preparing a ceramic powder (I) comprises: providing many precursor materials in solution, where each of the precursor materials in solution further comprises at least one constituent ionic species of (I); combining the precursor materials in solution with an onium dicarboxylate precipitant solution to cause co-precipitation of the ceramic powder precursor in a combined solution; and separating (I) precursor from the combined solution.    USE - The process is useful for preparing (I), which is useful: as specialized mechanical component and as coating for mechanical components, and as advanced engineering material for industries of automobiles to biomedical devices; and in semiconductor devices (e.g. as High-K dielectric structures), superconducting devices, motion sensors, fuel cells, device packaging, passive electronic components such as capacitors and more sophisticated energy storage devices.    ADVANTAGE - (I) exhibits at least one improved property comprising improved particle size distribution, reduced particle size, reduced metal impurities and improved particle morphology, improved compositional homogeneity, improved control of stoichiometry, improved re-dispersability and/or enhanced chemical stability, as compared to (I) made by a process not including the onium dicarboxylate as precipitant.
NOVELTY - The module (10) has a base housing (20) placed on a battery i.e. automobile battery. A fuse assembly (40) is connected to the base housing, and comprises a pair of planar portions (42, 44) and a set of fuses (60-66). Each fuse comprises a portion that communicates with a terminal (48) of the planar portion (42). A set of connectors (70) connects the assembly to the base housing, and is provided on portions adjacent to a fuse element of the fuse. A transparent cover is provided on the housing such that the assembly is placed between the cover and the housing.    USE - Master fuse module for use in a battery i.e. automobile battery, in an automotive application.    ADVANTAGE - The fuse element is in electrical communication between the portions, and provides over-current protection when subjected to a predetermined current. The module incorporates multiple fuses into one master fuse assembly, thus requiring fewer components, and hence enabling the module to be easily packed and assembled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for making a master fuse module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a master fuse module.    Master fuse module (10)    Base housing (20)    Fuse assembly (40)    Planar portions (42, 44)    Terminals (48, 52)    Fuses (60-66)    Connectors (70)
NOVELTY - The heater (105) has a fan (114) generating an air flow, and a burner (111) positioned at a downstream of the fan. A heat exchanger (112) is positioned at a downstream of the burner. A fuel cell assembly provides electrical energy to operate the heater. The fuel cell assembly is connected to the burner, where the fuel cell assembly is equipped with a fuel cell component. A heat compartment i.e. hot zone, generates heat to heat the fuel cell component. A thermal output of the burner provides sufficient hot gas to operate the heat exchanger and the fuel cell assembly.    USE - Self-powered space heater for heating a soft wall shelter and a hard wall shelter of a military application and a fuel cell industry.    ADVANTAGE - The heater increases the electrical conversion efficiency, reduces balance of plant system cost, increases the overall or apparent efficiency, efficiently utilizes the least amount of fuel energy, increases the heat output, and reduces the cost, weight and size of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a self-powered space heater.    Self-powered space heater (105)    Burner (111)    Heat exchanger (112)    Fan (114)    Enclosure (115)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has a motor controlling device for controlling a motor (15) by adjusting electric power output by a fuel cell (11) and an electric accumulator i.e. capacitor (12). A recognition element (211) recognizes an electric power index value representing an available electric power supply of the cell and the accumulator. Another recognition element (212) recognizes a distance index value representing an available driving distance of the vehicle according to the electric power index value. An information output device outputs the distance index value and the electric power index value.    USE - Fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle enables recognizition of total amount of electric power supplied to an outer apparatus such as television, radio and lighting device, thus enabling a driver to appropriately plan to continue the electric power supply from the vehicle to the outer apparatus or to stop the electric power supply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a fuel cell vehicle.    Fuel cell vehicle (1)    Fuel cell (11)    Capacitor (12)    Motor (15)    Recognition elements (211, 212)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery (10) has elongated positive and negative electrodes separated by a separator in a winding-type electrode group (1). A positive electrode active material layer is provided in a positive electrode collector having aluminum as main component and 1.2-1.7 weight% of iron atom. The tensile strength of the positive electrode is not more than 15 N/cm when the elongation rate in the longitudinal direction is 1%.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium secondary battery used as power supply source in motor vehicle. Can also be used in consumer appliances, electric vehicle and large- sized tool.    ADVANTAGE - Since the phase difference between the positive and negative electrodes is suppressed by the tensile strength of the positive electrode, the buckling of the electrode group can be suppressed. Thus occurrence of charging/discharging spots is suppressed and the decline in battery capacity is suppressed. The heat stability and dimensional stability of the battery when repeating the charging/discharging cycle can be improved. The charging/discharging cycle characteristics are improved. Since the deformation of buckling is suppressed, the deformation of battery can also be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    Electrode group (1)    Negative electrode lead (3)    Battery case (4)    Sealing board (5)    Secondary battery (10)
NOVELTY - A negative-electrode composition comprises a mixture which includes pearlite and carbon in the active material having a metal oxide as main component, or includes pearlite and does not include carbon. The mass content of carbon includes the values represented by the line drawing the function expressed by a first-order equation which adds 4.7 to the product of 6.6x 10-1 and the mass content of pearlite.    USE - Negative-electrode composition is used for secondary batteries (claimed) e.g. lead storage battery and lithium ion battery used in hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The negative-electrode composition economically provides lightweight secondary batteries having improved utilization rate of negative-electrode material. The composition has increased volume density and porosity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A negative-electrode composition comprises a mixture which includes pearlite and carbon in the active material having a metal oxide as main component, or includes pearlite and does not include carbon. The mass content of carbon includes the values represented by the line drawing the function expressed by a first-order equation which adds 4.7 to the product of 6.6x 10-1 and the mass content of pearlite. The negative-electrode composition comprises a mixture including the value S of the sum of the mass content of carbon which includes zero determined in the range of values exceeding the values represented by the line and the mass content of pearlite which does not include the zero in at least the mass% of S/Ax 100 with respect to the mass content A of the active material. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for intermediate composition for producing the negative-electrode composition.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a breaker (51) arranged inside storage space (52) of a housing (70), for interrupting the connection of circuit with power source line at the time of abnormality condition or during maintenance. The air for cooling an inverter system (15) is introduced from exterior and the introduced air is blown into the storage space by an air blower (31) such that the pressure in the storage space is maintained higher than the atmospheric pressure.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the pressure in the storage space is more than the atmospheric pressure, the fuel gas retained within the storage space of housing is reduced. The operation and protection of the breaker are improved. The suction of combustible gas from outside is suppressed. The fuel cell system is excellent in reliability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of housing of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Inverter system (15)    Air blower (31)    Breaker (51)    Storage space (52)    Housing (70)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen production apparatus (10) has a modifier (2) which modifies the hydrogen raw material to generate gas containing hydrogen, shift reaction device (3) which reduces the carbon monoxide concentration in the gas from the modifier by shift reaction, cooler (4) which cools the gas obtained from the shift reaction device, heating unit (5) which heats the gas cooled by the cooler, and selective oxidation reactor (6) which has selective oxidation catalyst layer filled with catalyst.    USE - Apparatus for production of hydrogen for fuel cell system (both claimed) used for motor vehicle, fixed electric power generation system and co-generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen production apparatus enables easy control of moderate temperature of gas supplied to selective oxidation catalyst layer, without controlling flow of cooling medium. The fuel cell system is inexpensive and enables stable operation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen production apparatus has a modifier which modifies the hydrogen raw material to generate gas containing hydrogen, shift reaction device which reduces the carbon monoxide concentration in the gas from the modifier by shift reaction, cooler which cools the gas obtained from the shift reaction device, heating unit which heats the gas cooled by the cooler, and selective oxidation reactor which has selective oxidation catalyst layer filled with catalyst capable of accelerating selective oxidation reaction by which carbon monoxide is selectively oxidized for reducing carbon monoxide concentration in the gas heated by the heating unit. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Desulfurizer (1)    Modifier (2)    Shift reaction device (3)    Cooler (4)    Heating unit (5)    Selective oxidation reactor (6)    Hydrogen production apparatus (10)    Fuel cell (20)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode (30) comprises barrier layer having electrically conductive material and water-insoluble polymer(s) soluble in organic solvent and insoluble in water, formed on positive electrode collector (32), positive electrode active material layer (35) having active material and aqueous polymer(s) which is insoluble in organic solvent and soluble or dispersible in water, laminated on barrier layer. The content of water-insoluble polymer in barrier layer is 55-85 mass% with respect to 100 mass% of total of conductive material and water-insoluble polymer.    USE - Positive electrode is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for power supply of motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode provides lithium secondary battery having excellent charging/discharging characteristics. The barrier layer of positive electrode has excellent water resistance and high electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of positive electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of positive-negative electrode sheet and separator.    Positive electrode (30)    Positive electrode collector (32)    Positive electrode active material layer (35)    Negative electrode (40)    Negative electrode active material layer (45)
NOVELTY - The battery has center pin (20), winding power generation element formed by positioning the separators (31,35) between center pin and positive electrode plate (38) or negative electrode plate (39). The center pin is provided with inside clamp portion (21) and outside clamp portion (25) extended along forward winding direction, where the separators are clamped.    USE - Winding type battery e.g. cylindrical lithium ion secondary battery used in mobile phone, notebook computer, video camcorder, and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The damage caused to separator due to bending can be prevented by clamping the separators using center pin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of winding type battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of battery.    Center pin (20)    Inside clamp portion (21)    Outside clamp portion (25)    Separators (31,35)    Positive electrode plate (38)    Negative electrode plate (39)
NOVELTY - The separator (201) has a flow path connection portion (202) in which a flow path (219) is arranged in proximity to a manifold having the same sectional area as that of a flow path facing an electrode. A width of the flow path of flow path connection portion is larger than the flow path facing the electrode and depth smaller than the flow path facing the electrode.    USE - Separator of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed) for electric power generation system of vehicle, and for business and domestic applications. Can also be used in direct methanol type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The flow-path pattern can be changed freely with respect to the front and back of the separator, and the size of the fuel cell is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the separator.    Separator (201)    Flow path connection portion (202)    Rib (206)    Bending portion (215)    Flow path (219)
NOVELTY - A cradle (20) mechanically positions each cell (10) radially around channel (22) to exchange heat with cells by extending about rounded surface in circumferential direction and extending between opposing end surfaces in axial direction. A heat exchanger (40) exchanges heat with heat conductor (30) containing fluid such as sodium, ethanol, and propylene glycol which resides within channel and exchanges heat with interior surface of cradle. The cradle, heat conductor, and heat exchanger cooperate to exchange heat between cells and heat exchanger.    USE - Multi-cell battery pack system for e.g. motorcycles. Can also be used in laptop computers, scooter, all-terrain vehicle, small passenger vehicle, lawnmowers and forklifts.    ADVANTAGE - The heat from cell can be removed so that the overheating during operation can be prevented. Hence, the high risk to catastrophic failure can be eliminated and the durability of cell can be improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for thermal management of multi-cell battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the multi-cell battery pack system.    Cell (10)    Cradle (20)    Channel (22)    Heat conductor (30)    Heat exchanger (40)
NOVELTY - The solar panel has photovoltaic circuit (3) that is provided between front sheet (5) and back sheet (1). The outer layer of back sheet includes one surface including protrusions arranged facing the external environment and other surface arranged adjacent to the photovoltaic circuit.    USE - Solar panel for supplying power to water heater, electric vehicle, and satellite components.    ADVANTAGE - Solar panel with improved heat dissipation can be provided. Optical reflectivity of solar panel back sheet is increased. Photovoltaic circuit is protected from the mechanical impact. Output power of solar panel is increased by reducing the temperature inside the panel. Cost effective panel can be installed easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the solar panel.    Back sheet (1)    Encapsulation layers (2,4)    Photovoltaic circuit (3)    Front sheet (5)
NOVELTY - The hollow fiber membrane has several finger voids, when fiber membrane is observed using electron microscope at magnification factor of 1000. The water vapor permeability coefficient of fiber membrane is more than 0.4g/min/cm2/MPa. The air leakage amount of fiber membrane is 0.1L/min or less. The area of the finger void is 9500 mu m2.    USE - Hollow fiber membrane for humidification membrane module (claimed) used in humidifier of fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The humidification performance and heat resistance of the fiber membrane can be improved. The leakage of air from the hollow fiber membrane can be reduced reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating the method for measuring water vapor permeability ability of hollow fiber membrane.    Temperature/humidity measurement unit (70)    Air meter (80)    Humidifier (110)    Gas entrance port (120)    Mini module (140)
NOVELTY - An electric deionized water production apparatus (1) comprises cation exchange desalination chamber (22) which is filled with cation exchanger and is provided between anode chamber (12) and cathode chamber (16), anion exchange desalination chamber (28) which is divided by pair of anion exchange membrane and filled with anion exchanger, and concentration chamber which is filled with ion exchanger and is provided between cation exchange desalination chamber and anion exchange desalination chamber.    USE - Electric deionized water production apparatus for manufacturing deionized water (claimed). Can also be used as water treatment apparatus for small flow volume e.g. family-size fuel cell-oriented water treatment apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus removes impurity in to-be-processed water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a manufacture of deionized water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the electric deionized water production apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Electric deionized water production apparatus (1)    Anode chamber (12)    Cathode chamber (16)    Cation exchange desalination chamber (22)    Anion exchange desalination chamber (28)
NOVELTY - An electrode catalyst comprises polyelectrolyte, support which supports the catalyst substance, and amorphous carbon in which sulfonic acid group introduced. The weight ratio of polyelectrolyte with respect to the combined weight of support and amorphous carbon in which sulfonic acid group introduced is 0.8-3. The content of amorphous carbon is 0.1-30 wt.% with respect to the support.    USE - Electrode catalyst is used for fuel cell layer for fuel cell and membrane electrode assembly (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to electric vehicle, mobile telephone, automatic vending machine, under water robot, submarine, spacecraft, under water vessel etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode catalyst has high durability and electric power generation performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electrode catalyst for fuel cell layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the membrane electrode assembly.    Solid polymer electrolyte membrane (1)    Electrode catalyst layer (2,3)
NOVELTY - A roughened stainless steel plate has a roughened surface with surface roughness of 0.03-0.3 mu m on a surface of a steel plate containing ferrite type stainless steel comprising chromium (16-40 mass%) and molybdenum (0.2-5 mass%). The roughened surface is formed by immersing in non-oxidizing acid containing halogen ion.    USE - Roughened stainless steel plate is used for separator of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (claimed) for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer electrolyte fuel-cell separator is formed using the roughened stainless steel plate economically, without using noble metal. The polymer electrolyte fuel-cell separator has excellent electroconductivity. The roughened surface of the stainless steel plate has reduced contact resistance with respect to carbon paper.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for separator of polymer electrolyte fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The structure has a folder equipped on a tube body of a main frame tube between a head tube and a vertical tube for folding the main frame tube. The battery and the control system are placed in the main frame tube in a hidden manner, and a tube opening is formed on a folding part. The main frame tube is longer than another main frame tube between the folder and the head tube. The battery is placed in the tube opening of the former main frame tube and the control system is placed in the tube opening of the latter main frame tube after unfolding the folder.    USE - Structure for mounting a battery and a control system of a bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a battery and control system mounting structure.
NOVELTY - Preparing (P1) cathode material for lithium secondary batteries involves sintering first mixture (F1) containing lithium compound, iron compound, phosphorus compound and carbon additive at first temperature (T1) to obtain first sintering product; mixing the first sintering product and carbon additive to obtain second mixture (F2); and sintering (F2) at second temperature (T2) to obtain the cathode material.    USE - For preparing cathode material for lithium secondary batteries (claimed) used in electrical vehicles, laptop, notebook computers, cameras, camcorders, personal digital assistant, cell phones, iPods and other portable electronic devices; also useful for preparing lithium iron phosphate.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides batteries with better performance of high electrical discharge, superior particle homogeneity and high electrical capacity especially during high electrical discharges.
NOVELTY - Fluorine-containing copolymer (I) comprises repeating units derived from: a fluorine-containing monomer containing a 1-6C fluoroalkyl group; and a fluorine-free monomer, which is vinyl halide or vinylidene halide, where (I) has a melt viscosity of 1000-100000 cP at 100 degrees C under a load of 25 kgf/cm2.    USE - (I) is useful in water- and oil-repellent agent, which is useful to treat a substrate includes textile (all claimed), masonry, filter (electrostatic filter), dust protective mask, a part of fuel cell (e.g. gaseous diffusion electrode and a gaseous diffusion support), glass paper, wood, leather, fur, asbestos, brick, cement, metal and oxide, ceramics, plastics, a coated surface or a plaster.    ADVANTAGE - (I) and (II) gives superior water repellency, oil repellency, soil resistance and soil releasability to treated articles (e.g. textiles).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for: a water- and oil-repellent agent (II), which is an aqueous emulsion, comprising (I), a surfactant, and an aqueous medium; #a method of treating a substrate, comprises treating the substrate with (II); and #a textile which is treated with (II).
NOVELTY - A battery (100) comprises an anodic electrode (106); a cathodic electrode (108); and an electrolyte material (110) positioned between and in contact with the anodic and cathodic electrodes. The anodic and cathodic electrode(s) comprises graphene nano-ribbons including carbon atoms comprising sp2 hybridized carbon. The graphene nano-ribbons are adjacent to and/or in contact with the anodic and cathodic electrode(s), and aligned with one another.    USE - Battery for electronic applications, e.g. hearing aids, laptops, cell phones or hand-held electronic devices, or for military, automotive, or aerospace applications.    ADVANTAGE - The battery has greater cycle life and improved performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method comprising de-intercalating ions from aligned carbon nano-ribbons in an anode; passing the ions through an electrolyte and microporous membrane (112) separator; and intercalating the ions in aligned carbon nano-ribbons in a cathode; and    (2) a method for making an electrochemical battery comprising providing two conductive and/or semi-conductive substrates; forming graphene nano-ribbons on the conductive and/or semi-conductive substrates; and positioning a membrane separator and an electrolyte between the two conductive and/or semi-conductive substrates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a battery.    Battery (100)    Current collectors (102, 104)    Electrodes (106, 108)    Ionic liquid electrolyte (110)    Membrane (112)
NOVELTY - The box (10) has a bottom support (6) provided with a concave table, and a bottom support slide way fixing seat (12) provided at a side of the support and firmly connected with a slide way (7). A battery box slide way fixing seat (9) is provided at a side of the box, and is mounted on the slide way. The slide way is made from light metal alloy, plastic, resin, composite material or rare earth material. A carrying handle (1) is actively connected to the box. A shock-proof cushion (8) is equipped between the box and support, and is made from rubber or ethylene vinyl acetate.    USE - Composite battery box for an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The box has shock-proof protection function.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a composite battery box for an electric motor car.    Carrying handle (1)    Bottom support (6)    Slide way (7)    Shock-proof cushion (8)    Battery box slide way fixing seat (9)    Composite battery box (10)    Bottom support slide way fixing seat (12)
NOVELTY - The structure has multiple electrode terminals (1) inserted into a conductive cavity (3) filled with liquid conductive medium (5) i.e. mercury/potassium-sodium alloy solution. The terminals are connected by the conductive medium, and the conductive cavity is made from plastics, rubber or ceramics. A clapboard (6) seals an opening formed on a lower side of the conductive cavity, where the clapboard is made from polypropylene, polyethylene, plastics, polyphenylether, polyphenyl thioether, polyfluortetraethylene or polyether-ketone.    USE - Structure for connecting an electrode terminal of a power battery (claimed) in an automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The structure is conductively connected by the liquid conductive medium, so that the reliability of the structure cannot be influenced by shaking and vibration of the automobile using the power battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a power battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of an electrode terminal connecting structure for a power battery in an automobile.    Electrode terminal (1)    Single cell (2)    Conductive cavity (3)    Liquid conductive medium (5)    Clapboard (6)
NOVELTY - A conductive polymer nano fine-particles contain polymer of monomer having ( pi )-conjugated double bond, and have average particle diameter of 10-1000 nm.    USE - Conductive polymer nano fine-particles (claimed) is used for electronic sensing material, electric-resistant prevention material, electrolytic capacitor, polymeric organic electroluminescent element, secondary battery, electromagnetic wave shielding material, organic transistor, electrophotographic photoreceptor, organic semiconductor laser, organic solar cell, fuel cell, actuator, sensor, semiconductor material, conductive paint and anticorrosive paint.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive polymer nano fine-particles has excellent electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of conductive polymer nano fine-particles which involves mixing the monomer having ( pi )-conjugated double bond with oxidizing agent, and polymerizing resulting mixture using carbon dioxide in supercritical state.
NOVELTY - A positive electrode active material contains lithium-manganese-iron-phosphorus oxide. The active material has Bragg angle diffraction line intensity of 16.9 plus minus 0.5 degrees larger than diffraction line intensity of 29.2 plus minus 0.5 degrees in powder X-ray diffraction diagram measured using CuK alpha ray.    USE - Positive electrode active material is used for positive electrode of lithium secondary battery (both claimed) used as power supply for portable apparatus, such as mobile telephone, notebook personal computer and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode active material provides lithium secondary battery having excellent discharge capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A positive electrode active material contains lithium-manganese-iron-phosphorus oxide having compositional formula: LiMn(1-x-y) FexMyPO4. The active material has diffraction line intensity of 2( theta )=16.9 plus minus 0.5 degrees larger than diffraction line intensity of 2( theta )=29.2 plus minus 0.5 degrees in powder X-ray diffraction diagram measured using CuK alpha ray.    x=0-0.5;    y=0-0.1;and    M=magnesium, cobalt, chromium, titanium, yttrium, molybdenum or niobium.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) lithium secondary battery, which has a positive electrode containing the positive electrode active material, a negative electrode and a non-aqueous electrolyte; and    (2) manufacture of positive electrode active material, which involves baking a precursor containing deposit produced from alkaline aqueous solution containing manganese ion, phosphate ion and lithium ion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the X-ray diffraction diagram of positive electrode active material.
NOVELTY - The power module (10) has compacted powder material (7) formed between one surface of an insulation substrate (4) and a cooling unit (6). A semiconductor element (5) is mounted on the other surface of the insulation substrate.    USE - Power module mounted in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used in inverter.    ADVANTAGE - The heat produced from power module can be radiated thermally to the cooling unit, hence the thermal stress produced to the circuit unit by the heat is relieved efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of power module.    Insulation substrate (4)    Semiconductor element (5)    Cooling unit (6)    Compacted powder material (7)    Power module (10)
NOVELTY - The valence state, total oxidation state number and molar concentration of vanadium (V) in the electrolyte generated after the discharge of V cell is confirmed using titrimetric analysis. The mole number of quinquevalent V, molar concentration and volume of sulfuric acid are calculated in accordance with predetermined formulae after measuring pH value of the electrolyte using a pH meter at room temperature. The weighting of discharged electrolyte and sulfuric acid is performed in accordance with the calculation value at room temperature when measured pH value is greater than or equal to 1.    USE - Preparation method of electrolyte for all-vanadium (V) redox flow cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte is obtained with cheap reaction material, mild reaction condition, low energy consumption, simple technology, convenient and secure operation and low equipment requirement.
NOVELTY - The system (20) has a flow rate control valve (54) interposed within a conduit (62) in series with a port (50). An air valve (56) is secured to a storage tank (30) in operable alignment with another port (52). An electric generator (60) is interposed within the conduit and operable by a fluid under pressure to generate electric energy. A reservoir (70) is interposed within the conduit in series with the electric generator. A fluid pump (80) is interposed within the conduit for mediating the reservoir and a third port (58) of the storage tank.    USE - System for converting fluid pressure into electric energy in a vehicle i.e. automobile. Can also be used for residential or commercial dwelling.    ADVANTAGE - The system effectively converts fluid pressure into electric energy that is capable of supplying uninterrupted flow of fluid pressure in a simple manner. The port to be provided in a center of an end of the storage tank provides a minimum volume of the fluid to remain in a chamber at all times, so as to eliminate the need to elevate the bottom end above the surface that the storage tank to be supported on, thus simplifying the construction of the storage tank and subsequently reducing the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for converting fluid pressure into electric energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a fluid circuit employed by an electric energy generating system.    Electric power generating system (20)    Storage tank (30)    Ports (50, 52, 58)    Flow rate control valve (54)    Air valve (56)    Electric generator (60)    Conduit (62)    Reservoir (70)    Fluid pump (80)
NOVELTY - A metal electrode catalyst is new.    USE - A metal electrode catalyst for all kinds of fuel cell electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - The metal electrode catalyst is not easily sintered in working, and can stably operate for a long time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A metal electrode catalyst of formula MxA1-x is new.    M=one or combination of Ag, Pt, Pd, Ru or Rh;    A=one or combination of Mn, Cr, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Nb, Mo, V, Ti, Zn, Zr, Ce, Y or Pb; and    x= not less than 0.70- not greater than 0.99.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of preparing the metal electrode catalyst.
NOVELTY - Porous, carbon containing material from spherical particles, where the average particle size of the material is less than 20 microns, is claimed.    USE - The material is useful: as an optical or infrared opacifiers, adsorbents, catalyst supports, and functional filler in composites or polymers, or as electro-chemical storage; and in thermal functional materials, electrodes (preferably gas diffusion electrodes), batteries, lithium-ion cells, capacitors (preferably super capacitors), fuel cells, ceramics, building materials (preferably concrete), rubber or plastics. The material is useful for: gas or liquid preparation; surface finishing; and pharmaceutical or medical therapy (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The material can be produced in an eco-friendly manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for preparing the material comprising producing the particles from a sol-gel process by sedimentation in a solution.
NOVELTY - A thermal energy generator coupled with the adiabatic cooling, is offered to the user. The thermal energy is used very efficiently by harnessing the power aided by adiabatic cooling. Ammonia gas absorbs the heat from the seawater and vaporizes. The vapor wants to inflate and exerts pressure, which turns the turbine. The heat of the seawater is converted in to the kinetic energy (power). Compressed gas gains the adiabatic heat, when it is allowed to expand in an adiabatic system it has to work on the surroundings at the cost of its internal energy. The expense of internal energy is resulted into the adiabatic cooling. That is used to cool down the ammonia. The process of adiabatic cooling helps opening the scope of thermal energy harnessing to a new high limit. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A method of continuous humidification of hydrogen gas delivered to a fuel cell, involves bubbling hydrogen through water in a humidifier bottle; conveying the hydrogen from the bottle, to the fuel cell stack, heating the hydrogen to a predetermined relative humidity at fuel cell stack temperature, as it is being conveyed to the fuel cell stack, by hot water discharged from the fuel cell stack, the hot water, after heating the hydrogen, being let into the humidifier bottle; draining excess water from the humidifier bottle into a reservoir, from which water is fed into the fuel cell for cooling. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - A refrigerant loop (26) has a leg (34) having an expansion valve (38) and evaporator (40) configured to provide cooling to passenger cabin (44), and leg (36) including an expansion valve (46) and a chiller (48). A coolant loop (50) directing a coolant through battery pack (54), has a controllable coolant routing valve (58), bypass branches (60,68), chiller branch (70) and battery radiator (64). The coolant routing valve has bypass outlets (62,66) that direct coolant into the bypass branches and a chiller outlet (70) that directs the coolant into the chiller branch.    USE - Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and battery thermal system for vehicle such as electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The use of a coolant routing valve, chiller and battery radiator allows for added HVAC and battery thermal operating states to meet the requirements of varying passenger cabin and battery thermal loads. By maintaining the desired temperature within the battery pack, the battery life is improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of cooling passenger cabin and battery pack of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the HVAC and battery thermal system.    Refrigerant loop (26)    Refrigerant loop legs (34,36)    Thermal expansion valve (38)    Evaporator (40)    Passenger cabin (44)    Battery thermal expansion valve (46)    Chiller (48)    Coolant loop (50)    Battery pack (54)    Coolant routing valve (58)    Bypass branches (60,68)    Bypass outlets (62,66)    Battery radiator (64)    Chiller outlet (70)    Chiller branch (72)
NOVELTY - The HVAC system (22) includes a refrigerant loop (26) having a pair of legs (35,37) that comprise an evaporator (40) and a battery heat exchanger (48) respectively. A pair of shut-off valves (34,36) are configured to selectively block inflow of coolant through the evaporator and the heat exchanger respectively. A pair of thermal expansion valves (38,46) are arranged at the upstream side of the evaporator and the heat exchanger respectively.    USE - Heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system for battery pack in vehicle e.g. electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle using electric propulsion system.    ADVANTAGE - Varying passenger cabin air conditioning loads and battery cooling loads are met by using refrigerant shut-off valves in the refrigerant loop just upstream of the evaporator. The shut-off valves can be open and closed and compressor speed can be varied to maximize the ability to account for varying cooling loads. The battery life is extended by maintaining the desired temperature within the battery pack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cooling method for passenger cabin and battery pack of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the HVAC system.    HVAC system (22)    Refrigerant loop (26)    Shut-off valves (34,36)    Legs of refrigerant loop (35,37)    Thermal expansion valves (38,46)    Evaporator (40)    Battery heat exchanger (48)
NOVELTY - The piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus (1) has a power generating element (20) having a metal plate (21) joined to one of the main surfaces of a piezoelectric element (22). A package (10) has a support (12) for supporting an end of the power generating element in a cantilevered manner, and a bottom wall (11) provided on the opposite side of the metal plate from the piezoelectric element. The bottom wall restricts the displacement of the power generating element towards the outside of the metal plate.    USE - Piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus attached to tire (claimed) of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus is simplified, while improving mechanical durability of the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a semiconductor piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus.    Piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus (1)    Package (10)    Bottom wall (11)    Support (12)    Power generating element (20)    Metal plate (21)    Piezoelectric element (22)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery system has a battery controller that computes the ratio of variation of voltage of a secondary battery with respect to the variation of amount of electrical storage of the battery, when the amount of electrical storage of the battery is changed. The state of the secondary battery system is detected based on the ratio computed by the battery controller.    USE - Secondary battery system e.g. for lithium ion battery for use in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The state of the secondary battery system can be detected with sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the state detection operation of the secondary battery system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - Manganese oxide is a complex oxide containing lithium, calcium, manganese, titanium and oxygen as main components.    USE - Manganese oxide is used for manufacturing electrode active material used for secondary battery (both claimed) used as power supply of portable electronic device, such as mobile telephone, notebook personal computer and handheld game machine, and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Manganese oxide provides secondary battery having excellent charging and discharging cycle characteristics and high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manganese oxide is a complex oxide containing lithium, calcium, manganese, titanium and oxygen as main components and having compositional formula: LixCayMn9-zTizO18.    x=more than 0 and less than 9;    y=more than 0 and less than 1.8;and    z=0-5.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of manganese oxide, which involves carrying out ion exchange treatment of starting material containing compound of sodium, calcium, manganese, titanium and oxygen; and    (2) secondary battery (1), which has an electrolyte and positive electrode (6) and negative electrode (3) formed using electrode active material containing manganese oxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the model of secondary battery.    Lithium secondary battery (1)    Negative electrode terminal (2)    Negative electrode (3)    Insulation packing (5)    Positive electrode (6)
NOVELTY - Two rotor main portions (13,23) are provided in the rotor chamber (5) with respective rotors (11,21) and rotating shafts (19,29) rotatably supported by the case (3) through bearings (15,25), respectively. Each annular groove (43,45) is formed in the inner edge portion vicinity of the non-contact seals (15a,25a) of the bearing in the end surface of the respective rotor main portions.    USE - Air compressor e.g. screw type air compressor for fuel cell system, medical device. Can also be used in root-type air compressor.    ADVANTAGE - Since the centrifugal force of the rotors can be weakened at the time of driving the air compressor after fully raising the air compressor efficiency, the leakage of grease enclosed within the bearing can be suppressed effectively. Hence, clean degree of the compressed air can be increased and lifetime of the bearings can be enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the air compressor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Case (3)    Rotor chamber (5)    Rotors (11,21)    Rotor main portions (13,23)    Bearings (15,25)    Non-contact seals (15a,25a)    Rotating shafts (19,29)    Annular grooves (43,45)
NOVELTY - The power supply control apparatus detects the deterioration state of battery. The determination is made as to whether the battery is in normal start mode or suppression startup mode based on detected deterioration state. The control unit is responded to engine starting request single time for starting the engine, when determined that battery is in normal startup mode. The control unit is responded to engine starting request several times for starting the engine, when determined that battery is in suppression start up mode.    USE - Power supply control apparatus for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The power supply control apparatus can avoid the deterioration of battery more reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power supply control method for vehicles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the power supply control operation of vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has control unit (7) determines whether catalyst layer is peeled from electrolyte. The control unit performs peeling restoration operation which restores peeled catalyst layer to electrolyte, when catalyst is peeled from electrolyte.    USE - Solid polymer type fuel-cell system mounted in vehicle, robot, aircraft, vessel etc. Can also be used in electric power generation system for buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The fall of the electric power generation performance of the fuel cell can be suppressed by performing peeling restoration operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Control unit (7)    Pump (24)    Motor (24a)
NOVELTY - The system has humidifier (32) which humidifies the reactive gas passed to fuel cell stack (10). The pressure sensor (33) detects the pressure of reactive gas inside the fuel cell stack. The pressure reduction tube (33b) is positioned in vicinity of humidifier such that the pointed portion (33d) where the water droplet is accumulated is pointed toward downwards direction.    USE - Fuel system mounted in two wheeled motor vehicle, train, and vessel.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure of reactive gas can be detected favorably due to the arrangement of pressure reduction tube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the arrangement of pressure reduction tube. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Humidifier (32)    Pressure sensor (33)    Pressure reduction tube (33b)    Pointed portion (33d)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell type commercial vehicle has a capacitor (31) that is connected in parallel to a fuel cell system (27) and charged based on electric power received from the fuel cell system. A voltage sensor (32) is connected in parallel to the capacitor for detecting voltage of the capacitor. A judging unit judges whether the voltage of capacitor reaches a predetermined value. A control unit (26) controls operating state of the vehicle, when the voltage of capacitor reaches predetermined value.    USE - Fuel cell type commercial vehicle e.g. forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The operating state of vehicle can be controlled reliably even when voltage of capacitor reaches predetermined value. The replacement operation of the lead battery in the vehicle can be performed effectively and driving operation of the vehicle due to the low voltage stored in the capacitor can be avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell type commercial vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle key switch (22)    Control unit (26)    Fuel cell system (27)    Capacitor (31)    Voltage sensor (32)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a water channel (1) for connecting an evaporation unit (40) of modifier (4) and a water supply source (26). A tap water purification device (2) provided in water channel purifies the tap water, and a recycled water purification device (3) provided in water channel purifies the condensed water produced from fuel cell system. The tap water purification device is arranged in upstream rather than the recycled water purification device so that the purified tap water is purified by recycled water purification device.    USE - Water-purification apparatus for fuel cell system for vehicle, electric machine and portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - Since the tap water is purified by both the tap water purification device and recycled water purification device, the purification degree of water is improved. The lifetime of recycled water purification device is prolonged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the water-purification apparatus for fuel cell system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Water channel (1)    Tap water purification device (2)    Recycled water purification device (3)    Modifier (4)    Water supply source (26)    Evaporation unit (40)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell apparatus has an air blower (34) that supplies air to a fuel cell module (25). A temperature sensor (32) measures the temperature in interior of auxiliary machine storage chamber (27). A control apparatus (33) controls the operation of the air blower based on the measured temperature. An opening and closing unit (30) opens and closes a flow hole (31) through which the supplied air is passed to interior of auxiliary machine storage chamber.    USE - Fuel cell apparatus for power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The opening and closing unit opens and closes the flow hole through which the supplied air is passed to interior of auxiliary machine storage chamber. Hence the air is supplied to the interior of auxiliary machine storage chamber efficiently. The freezing of auxiliary machine is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell apparatus.    Fuel cell module (25)    Auxiliary machine storage chamber (27)    Opening and closing unit (30)    Flow hole (31)    Temperature sensor (32)    Control apparatus (33)    Air blower (34)
NOVELTY - The DC/DC converter has a control apparatus that controls the switching operation of switching elements using drive signal. The control apparatus calculates the duty of drive signals (UH,VH,WH,UL,VL,WL) corresponding to smaller number of switching periods (Tsw1-Tsw9) when the switching period is lengthened, so as to generate pulse frequency modulation (PFM) drive signal.    USE - Direct current (DC)/DC converter for fuel cell vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The operation of the switching element is controlled effectively even when the switching period is lengthened so that the DC/DC converter can be controlled suitably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell vehicle; and    (2) control method of DC/DC converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a timing chart illustrating the switching of PFM to pulse width modulation. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Drive time (T1,T2)    Control period (Tc1-Tc9)    Timer setting period (Tcal)    Switching period (Tsw1-Tsw9)    Drive signal (UH,VH,WH,UL,VL,WL)
NOVELTY - A pre-charge resistor (13) is provided in the battery system (1) to reduce rush-current flowing to electric load side from a battery (6) during connection of the battery (6) and an electric load (2). The resistance value of pre-charge resistor is measured using voltage of the battery (6) while interrupting connection of the pre-charge resistor and a battery (10). The electric current value of the battery (6) measured with a current sensor (12) is corrected based on the change of resistance value of pre-charge resistor.    USE - Method for measuring electric current value of high voltage battery for operating drive motor of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle, inverter and generator.    ADVANTAGE - The electric current value of battery can be measured with sufficient precision without providing separate temperature sensor for detecting temperature of the current sensor while correcting the electric current value based on resistance of pre-charge resistor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric current value measuring apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the battery system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery system (1)    Electric load (2)    Batteries (6,10)    Current sensor (12)    Pre-charge resistor (13)
NOVELTY - The terminal portion of the voltage extraction terminal (40) extends from the connection portion which is attached to the battery modules (1Aa,1Ab,1Ba,1Bb,1Ca,1Cb) and is electrically connected to the cell terminal (11) of the module. The voltage detector having socket fitted to the terminal portion detects the voltage of each battery module.    USE - Battery pack of lithium ion secondary battery used in electric vehicle, cordless portable electronic device, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The safety of the battery pack is improved. The worker's load is reduced and the productivity is improved. The flexibility of battery pack related to change in number of battery modules or layout can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the battery pack.    Battery modules (1Aa,1Ab,1Ba,1Bb,1Ca,1Cb)    Cell terminal (11)    Voltage extraction terminal (40)    Battery pack (CP)
NOVELTY - An electrical storage device (10) has a positive electrode (20) and a negative electrode (16), both in contact with an ionic conduction medium. The negative electrode contains amorphous carbon, which absorbs and electrically stores ion in the ionic conduction medium. The amorphous carbon has a broad peak and maximum peak (2 theta ) in the range of 20-23 degrees in X-ray diffraction.    USE - Electrical storage device e.g. electrical double layer capacitor. Uses include but are not limited to power supply for electrochemical industry, load leveling, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, mobile telephones and personal computers.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical storage device has favorable discharge capacitance per unit volume, by using amorphous carbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the block diagram of the electrical storage device before and after their assembly.    Electrical storage device (10)    Cylindrical substrate (12)    Cavity (14)    Negative electrode (16)    Separator (18)    Positive electrode (20)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has two electric power feeding units (9A,9B) among which the electric power feeding unit (9B) has less electric power loss accompanying the electric power feeding process in the normal driving state of vehicle (2) rather than the power feeding unit (9A). A controller controls the electric power feeding units so that the electric power is electrically fed by one electric power feeding unit of a direction having less power loss from the fuel cell (5) to the drive motor (3).    USE - Fuel cell system for use in electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electric power supply from the fuel cell to drive motor can be done in more efficient way, while guaranteeing the driving operation in the assumed travel area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Vehicle (2)    Drive motor (3)    Fuel cell (5)    Electric power feeding units (9A,9B)
NOVELTY - A hybrid capacitor consists of a negative electrode comprising carbon having a graphitization degree of 0.3-0.8 as calculated from diffraction-line intensity measured using CuK- alpha ray. The thickness (Lc(004)) of microcrystal of c-axial direction of the carbon material is 10-80 nm, and the thickness (La(110)) of the microcrystal of a-axial direction is 10-190 nm. The carbon material is obtained by baking cross-linked carbon precursor at 1700-2500 degrees C.    USE - Hybrid capacitor is used in high-output electrical storage devices of domestic distribution type electrical storage systems, in electrical storage systems of electric vehicles, and as power supply in electronic devices and electric equipment. The carbon material can also be used in lithium secondary batteries used as power supply in motor vehicles and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The hybrid capacitor has excellent output characteristics, durability, and charge/discharge characteristics, and high energy density, provided by the carbon material having random layer structure.
NOVELTY - The voltage converter (12) comprises several independently-controlled voltage conversion units (12A-12C) whose output terminals are connected to a common output node (T4). The input terminals of the voltage conversion units are connected to respective batteries (BA,BB,BC) through the bus-lines (PL1A-PL1C) when a connection change unit (19) exists in isolation state. The input terminals of voltage conversion units are connected to single battery when the connection change unit exists in connection state.    USE - Voltage converter such as buck-boost converter for use in environment friendly vehicle such as hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The input terminals of voltage conversion units are connected to several batteries or single battery based on connection state of connection change unit. Thus extension of battery connection and vehicle model expansion can be implemented easily by changing the shape of bus bar. Sharing of components can be implemented with respect to several vehicle models and desired control can be achieved through switches of control unit. Temperature increase and rapid output voltage variation can be suppressed, since driving phases are adjusted when changing the number of driving phases. The impact of motor can be relived and the thermal margin of components can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) apparatus for controlling voltage converter; and    (2) method for controlling voltage converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Voltage converter (12)    Voltage conversion units (12A-12C)    Connection change unit (19)    Batteries (BA,BB,BC)    Bus-lines (PL1A-PL1C)    Output node (T4)
NOVELTY - An alkali-type fuel cell (1) consists of a gas-liquid separation property porous component (5) for discharging outside by making carbonate ion generated with the anode (4) into carbon-dioxide gas. The fuel cell uses alcohol fuel. An ion-conductive porous component having anion conductivity is provided between a hydrophilic porous component (6) and anode. The hydrophilic porous component is provided in the anode directly or indirectly.    USE - Alkali-type fuel cell is used for electronic apparatuses (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The alkali-type fuel cell does not undergo time-dependent deterioration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electronic apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the cell structure of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (1)    Solid polymer electrolyte membrane (2)    Anode (4)    Gas-liquid separation property porous component (5)    Hydrophilic porous component (6)
NOVELTY - The gas liquid separator (30) has an off-gas introducing portion (32) that introduces a cathode off gas into a gas-liquid separator main portion (31). An off-gas leading out portion (33) leads out cathode off gas after performing gas-liquid separation. A bending portion makes the flow of cathode off gas introduced into gas liquid separator main portion from the off-gas introducing portion bending at horizontal direction. The bending portion makes the flow of cathode off gas derived from gas liquid separator main portion by off gas leading out portion bending upward.    USE - Gas liquid separator for fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) used in fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train, hot water supply system, and non-portable fuel cell system used in domestic and business applications.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture content from cathode off gas can be separated sufficiently and the pressure loss can be made to act on the cathode off gas emitted from fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the gas liquid separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Pipe (23c)    Gas liquid separator (30)    Gas-liquid separator main portion (31)    Off-gas introducing portion (32)    Off-gas leading out portion (33)
NOVELTY - A lithium-containing complex oxide (I) is subjected to neutralization process using acidic solution with pH of 3-6 and the resultant neutralization product is removed by washing with water, to obtain positive electrode active material.    USE - Manufacture of positive electrode active material used for non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to electronic devices e.g. notebook personal computer, mobile telephone and digital still camera, and power supply for electric power storage and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive plate comprising positive electrode active material prevents corrosion of collector and suppresses gas-evolution within the battery. The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery comprising the plate is excellent in reliability and charging/discharging cyclic characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lithium-containing complex oxide of formula: Li(Lix(NiyM1-y)1-x)O2 (I) is subjected to neutralization process using acidic solution with pH of 3-6 and the resultant neutralization product is removed by washing with water, to obtain positive electrode active material.    x=0.01-0.10;    y=0.5-0.8;and    M=cobalt, manganese, aluminum, magnesium, iron, chromium, silicon or zirconium.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery, which is obtained by insulating the positive electrode plate (5) and negative electrode plate (6) through the separator (7), accommodating electrode group and non-aqueous electrolyte in the battery case (8) and sealing the battery case.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of cylindrical shape non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    Sealing board (1)    Positive electrode plate (5)    Negative electrode plate (6)    Separator (7)    Battery case (8)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery pack (10) has a protective circuit connected in series to a non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (30). The protective circuit has several parallel connected positive temperature coefficient (PTC) elements (31,32), in which the product of trip electric current and the standard resistance differs for each PTC element. A controller monitors output of a temperature sensor connected to the PTC element having the minimum product, and disconnects electrical connection of the battery pack with exterior based on detected temperature.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery pack for portable terminal such as digital camera, portable computer, mobile phone, video camera, etc., and for electric and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The safety of the non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery pack is ensured even if a heavy current flows, as the controller monitors output of a temperature sensor connected to the PTC element having the minimum product, and disconnects electrical connection of the battery pack with exterior based on detected temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery pack.    Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery pack (10)    Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery unit (21)    Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (30)    PTC elements (31,32)
NOVELTY - The device has a super capacitor (C) connected in parallel with a rechargeable battery, where the super capacitor is connected in series with an anti-reverse charging diode (D). An input end (Vi) of a charging circuit module (CHG) is connected with a rechargeable battery voltage, where an output end is connected with the super capacitor. The charging circuit module is composed of a direct current/direct current booster circuit and an L4970a chip switching mode voltage stabilizing circuit.    USE - Super capacitor auxiliary power supply device for an automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The device is utilized to solve problem of stability of power supply voltage. The device can supply a starter with power by coordinating with a rechargeable battery during starting, and can supply electric equipment with power during high electricity demands. The device effectively protects the electrical equipment by preventing voltage of an automobile circuit from sharply dropping, and prolongs working time and standing time of the automobile during high electricity demands.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a super capacitor auxiliary power supply device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Super capacitor (C)    Charging circuit module (CHG)    Anti-reverse charging diode (D)    Inductor (L)    Input end (Vi)
NOVELTY - The storage (1) has energy storage cells that are electrically connected with each other. The cells are surrounded by a heat discharging casing (4) in the form of a layer (5). The casing consists of diamond, where the casing is in the form of the layer at the cells is formed by separation process. The casing is provided both at an external circumference of the cells. Another layer is provided between the cells, where the casing and the layer are combined at sides by a connection (9) to a module. The connection consists of diamond and the sides are opposite to the conductors of the cells.    USE - Electric energy storage i.e. high power energy storage (claimed) such as battery and capacitor, for a hybrid vehicle. Can also be used for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage cells are surrounded by the heat discharging casing in the form of the layer, where the casing consists of diamond and is formed by separation process, so that the converted chamber for necessary cooling performance and the self-power required for blower and/or pumps are reduced, thus increasing the efficiency of the overall system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a high power energy storage cell of an electrical high power energy storage module.    Electric energy storage (1)    Conductors (3)    Heat discharging casing (4)    Layer (5)    Connection (9)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a cathode branch (30) comprising a cathode chamber (14) with an inlet pipe (32) for supplying an oxygen-containing medium to the cathode chamber and an outlet pipe (36) for discharging the medium. A storage unit (38) is provided for storing the medium and is arranged on the outlet pipe side of the cathode chamber. The inlet pipe includes a compressor, where a pressure of the medium in the storage unit is increased by the compressor. The storage unit exhibits a control element (42) for adjusting a flow during exhausting of the medium from the storage unit.    USE - Fuel cell system for a drive strand of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system is manufactured in a simple manner, and provides reliable service.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a fuel cell system for a drive strand of a motor vehicle.    Fuel cell system (10)    Cathode chamber (14)    Anode chamber (16)    Anode branch (20)    Cathode branch (30)    Inlet pipe (32)    Outlet pipe (36)    Storage unit (38)    Control element (42)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell (2) i.e. proton exchange membrane fuel cell, with an anode region (4) and a cathode region (3) and is arranged in a housing (6). A housing rinsing medium i.e. fresh air, is introduced into the housing in a region (7) outside the cell. A drawing off device i.e. jet pump, draws off medium mixture comprising the medium and contained in the region. The pump is connected to the region and to an exhaust pipe (15) leading away from the region (3). The pump is designed such that the drawing off of the mixture is fluidically coupled to an exhaust flow flowing in the pipe.    USE - Fuel cell system for use as a mobile fuel cell system in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drawing off device is designed such that the drawing off of the medium mixture is fluidically coupled to the exhaust flow flowing in the pipe, so that efficient rinsing of the housing outside the fuel cell is ensured without impairing the disturbing noise and without producing unwanted fuel oxidizing agent mixture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Cathode region (3)    Anode region (4)    Housing (6)    Region outside cell (7)    Exhaust pipe (15)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell (2) i.e. proton exchange membrane fuel cell, comprising an anode region (4) and a cathode region (3) and is arranged in a housing (6). A rinsing medium i.e. exhaust gas, for rinsing the housing is introduced into the housing in a free region (7) outside the fuel cell based on concentration of fuel in the housing, where the rinsing medium is produced in the cathode region during the operation of the fuel cell. The rinsing medium is introduced via a rinsing medium inlet (17) that branches into the housing from the cathode region.    USE - Fuel cell system i.e. mobile fuel cell system, for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The housing can be efficiently rinsed without creating noise. The system avoids production of unwanted fuel oxidizing agent mixture while rinsing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Cathode region (3)    Anode region (4)    Housing (6)    Free region (7)    Rinsing medium inlet (17)
NOVELTY - The mesh method involves internally equipping casing (1) with piston (5) and eccentric shaft (9). The tank is provided with pole active material connected with suction pipe. The suction pipe is connected with the hopper which is meshed with mesh machine. One part of accommodation device is connected to hopper, while its other part is connected with vacuum tank via suction pipe.    USE - Mesh method of mesh apparatus (claimed) used in granular material manufacturers such as chemical goods, auto manufacturer, battery manufacturer, copier manufacturer.    ADVANTAGE - Provides high storage density efficiency, while ensuring mass production of the occlusion layer of battery pole since the compartment and hydrogen storage layer are simultaneously pressurized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacture method of piling active material board, battery pole, hydrogen storage layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side longitudinal cross-sectional view of mesh machine.    Casing (1)    Cylinder (3)    Piston (5)    Piston slider (7)    Eccentric shaft (9)    Cylinder exhaust hole (14)
NOVELTY - The hydrogen-producing material comprises of micro-particles of aluminum or aluminum alloy that are packaged with a gas barrier property water permeable film, which is composite body made of laminated gas barrier property film and water permeable film. The composite body contains moisture absorption material or water absorption material in the inside packaged with the water permeable film.    USE - Hydrogen-producing material for small mobile fuel cell used for charging portable information communication apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates impairing the quality of aluminum micro-particles as a hydrogen producing source. Ensures steady supply of hydrogen of required quantity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a hydrogen-producing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the table showing each principal item. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The membrane-electrode structure (1) has electrolytic membrane (10) with several electrolyte tubes (3a,3b) having openings (4a,4b) facing towards surfaces (10a,10b) of membrane respectively. The catalyst carrying conductors (5a,5b) are positioned at interior space (S) of electrolyte tubes.    USE - Membrane-electrode structure for polymer electrolyte fuel cell used in motor vehicle and electric vehicle such as ecology car.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst carrying conductors are positioned in internal space of electrolyte tubes having openings facing towards respective surfaces of electrolytic membrane. Hence the length of conduction path of hydrogen ion can be shortened. The electric power generating efficiency of fuel cell can be improved. The need of platinum catalyst can be eliminated. The manufacturing cost of membrane-electrode structure can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of membrane-electrode structure; and    (2) winding-up roller.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the membrane-electrode structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Membrane-electrode structure (1)    Electrolyte tubes (3a,3b)    Openings (4a,4b)    Catalyst carrying conductors (5a,5b)    Electrolytic membrane (10)    Surfaces of electrolytic membrane (10a,10b)    Interior space (S)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte solution is filled between a negative electrode and a positive electrode comprised of positive electrode active material containing lithium complex oxide having olivine-type structure, to assemble the lithium ion secondary battery. Electric potentials of 4.1V and 2.5V are applied to the positive electrode during discharging termination and charging termination, when the battery is charged and discharged for 500 cycles at a rate of 2C.    USE - Preliminary charging and discharging method of lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) used in hybrid electric vehicle and power tool. Can also be used in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The change in discharge amount of the lithium ion secondary battery is suppressed and the reliability is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the model of the positive electrode active material.
NOVELTY - A polyelectrolyte contains a proton-conductive polymer and a reaction product obtained by carrying out hydrolysis and dehydrate-condensation of composition containing specific silicon compounds (a,b).    USE - Polyelectrolyte is used for manufacturing polymer electrolyte membrane for direct methanol type fuel cell (claimed) used as power supply for mobile telephone, personal computer and electric vehicles. Can also be used for display element, sensor, signal transmission medium and solid capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The polyelectrolyte has improved dimension stability and proton conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyelectrolyte contains a proton-conductive polymer and a reaction product obtained by carrying out hydrolysis and dehydrate-condensation of composition containing silicon compounds (a,b). The silicon compound (a) is of formula: Si(OR20)e(R21)f(R22)g. The silicon compound (b) is of formula: Si(OR30)e'(R31)f'(R32)g'.    e,e'=2-3;    f,f'=0-1;    g,g'=1-2;    e+f+g,e'+f'+g'=4;    R20,R21,R30,R31=H or optionally halogenated hydrocarbyl;    R22=optionally halogenated hydrocarbyl having a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic group or optionally substituted amino;and    R32=optionally halogenated hydrocarbyl having proton-acid group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of polymer electrolyte membrane, which involves carrying out hydrolysis condensation of silicon compounds, concentrating solvent, changing solvent composition, applying liquid mixture containing proton-conductive polymer and condensate on base material, forming coating film and removing portion(s) of solvent.
NOVELTY - A resin-made manifold (62a) has a non-circular cylindrical portion (66) connected to oxidizing agent gas supply communicating hole of circular opening (58), and a circular cylindrical portion (68) connected to circular external piping. The non-circular cylindrical portion and the circular cylindrical portion are connected integrally by a three-dimensional shaped cylindrical portion (70) along a thickness direction of an end plate (14a).    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the non-circular cylindrical portion and the circular cylindrical portion are connected integrally, the pressure loss of reactive gas or cooling medium is reduced effectively between oxidizing agent gas supply communicating hole and circular external piping at low cost and the number of components is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric explanatory view of the resin-made manifold integrally molded by end plate.    End plate (14a)    Circular opening (58)    Resin-made manifold (62a)    Non-circular cylindrical portion (66)    Circular cylindrical portion (68)    Three-dimensional shaped cylindrical portion (70)
NOVELTY - The battery module (10) has an electrode that is positioned in a case of secondary battery. A positive electrode terminal (20a) and negative electrode terminal (20b) are protruded in same direction from the case. A synthetic resin housing (14) which covers the secondary battery has a protrusion (36a) and concave portion (36b) that regulates the direction of arrangement. The protrusion and concave portion are connected with the concave portion and protrusion of other housings.    USE - Secondary battery module e.g. lithium ion battery module of battery pack (claimed) for use in electric vehicle. Can also be used in electric-power-assisted bicycle or power supply of electric equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Since the protrusion and concave portion are connected with the concave portion and protrusion of other housings, mis-connection in a serial or parallel connection is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of secondary battery module.    Battery module (10)    Housing (14)    Positive electrode terminal (20a)    Negative electrode terminal (20b)    Protrusion (36a)    Concave portion (36b)
NOVELTY - A battery electrode (1) comprises active material (2) having coefficient of cubical expansion of 5% or more, conductive support agent, and secondary particles (4) containing binder (A) (3) and binder (B) (5). The binder (A) has elasticity modulus which varies with elasticity modulus of binder (B). The electrode has porosity of 18-70%.    USE - Battery electrode is used for lithium ion secondary battery for assembled battery for vehicle used as motor driving power supply (all claimed) for mobile telephone and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The battery electrode suppresses swelling and shrinkage of active material break out, deformation and crack generation, and provides secondary battery having improved cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of battery electrode.    Battery electrode (1)    Active material (2)    Binder A (3)    Secondary particles (4)    Binder B (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a fuel cell which generated electric power by using hydrogen and oxygen. A battery electrically conserves electric power. An electrolysis unit generates hydrogen by utilizing the electrolysis water. A control unit controls the power supply with respect to the electrolysis unit based on the charging state of the battery.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in motor for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The control unit controls the power supply with respect to the electrolysis unit based on the charging state of the battery and hence the utilization efficiency of the generated electric power is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph representing power characteristic with respect to the time during electric power control process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system has a control apparatus provided with a system-demand target value generation unit that generates target values for different state amounts of the reacting matter supplied to the fuel cell. A target value generation unit generates the correction target value corresponding to respective operating quantities of reacting-matter supply unit and reacting-matter state amount adjustment unit, according to load requirements, based on which optimal operating quantities are set.    USE - Solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Degradation of membrane electrode assembly of solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell can be avoided, even when excessive stress is applied to solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell. State amount of pressure and flow volume of air can be changed from small value to large value within short period of time, even when load of solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell is increased rapidly. Increase in differential voltage of anode and cathode can be prevented, even when disturbance is applied to the pressure-control system, or at the time of characteristics variation of solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system. Riding comfort of fuel cell vehicle can be improved, and the electric power generation efficiency of solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart illustrating the operation of controller of solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - An electrode sheet consists of electrode layer containing active material and elastomer with glass transition temperature of -80 degrees C to 20 degrees C as binder, provided on collector (1) containing metal fiber. The elastomer is diene type elastomer or acrylic type elastomer, preferably elastomer obtained using polyfunctional monomer. The electrode layer further contains a dispersing agent. The collector contains metal fiber and binder.    USE - Electrode sheet for hybrid capacitor (claimed) used as memory backup power supply for personal computers, shovel, crane, electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles and solar electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode sheet provides capacitors with low internal resistance even after repeated charging and discharging, and high energy density. The electrode sheet is manufactured with favorable productivity using dry molding method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the electrode sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the apparatus used for manufacturing the electrode sheet.    Collector (1)    Roll for molding (2)    Fine particle supply apparatus (3)
NOVELTY - The awning (100) has a solar cell, a housing (6) and drop arms (4), where the awing is removably provided and independently arranged. A rectangular-shaped frame (2) is independently assembled and/or integrated in the awning, and two parallel sides (3, 3') of the rectangular-shaped frame is angled at an equal angle, where the awning is mounted on a window (5), caravan (10), and a recreational vehicle. A fastener of the awning housing and the drop arms is provided on a fastening wall of the awning.    USE - Awning e.g. roll awning and solar awning, for use in a caravan and recreational vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The awing is assembled and set without fastening with underground in a reliable manner, is moved in a cost effective manner, and adjusted to change a solar attitude in a comfortable manner. The fastener of the awning housing and the drop arms is provided on the fastening wall, so that the fastener can be detached quickly without large effort.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a caravan without mounting a awing on a frame.    Rectangular-shaped frame (2)    Parallel sides (3, 3')    Drop arms (4)    Window (5)    Housing (6)    Caravans (10)    Awning (100)
NOVELTY - The system has a variable speed mechanical transmission e.g. belt type speed changer (3), controlled by an actuator. An on-off regulation device (4) regulates the voltage of a photovoltaic generator (1) corresponding to maximum power of the generator. The regulation device acts on a transmission ratio for obtaining and observing the voltage regulation. A direct-current electrical motor (2) is controlled by control electronics. A storage battery is added for momentarily storing the electrical energy.    USE - System for transforming electrical energy of a photovoltaic generator into mechanical energy, in a solar vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The regulation device conserves the transmission ratio, if the voltage of the generator belongs to a maximum power range, increases the transmission ratio, if the voltage of the generator is higher than the maximum power range, so as to increase the load torque of the motor, the current absorbed by the motor, and the utilized power of the generator, till the voltage of the generator belongs to the maximum power range, and reduces the transmission ratio, if the voltage of the generator is lower than the maximum power range, so as to decrease the load torque of the motor, the current absorbed by the motor, and the utilized power of the generator, till the voltage of the generator belongs to the maximum power range, so that the torque of the motor and the power of the generator are adapted to all conditions of the vehicle, and the motor does not absorb the power higher than the power available at the generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electrical energy transforming system.    Photovoltaic generator (1)    Direct-current electrical motor (2)    Belt type speed changer (3)    On-off regulation device (4)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has a reforming reactor (4) e.g. steam reforming reactor, mounted upstream of a proton exchange membrane type fuel cell (2) and supplied with hydrocarbon fuel and water vapor/oxygen rich gas, where the reactor produces the hydrogen rich gas feeding the fuel cell. A humidity sensor (12) is mounted upstream of the cell or downstream of a catalytic burner (11). An electronic control unit (13) has an estimation unit for estimating hydrogen quantity produced by the reactor, from values measured by the sensor and constituted by a static estimator or dynamic estimator.    USE - Power module for a motor vehicle. Can also be used for an aeronautical field.    ADVANTAGE - The estimation unit of the electronic control unit estimates hydrogen quantity produced by the reforming reactor, from the values measured by the humidity sensor, thus ensuring effective controlling of the reforming reactor, and hence improving functioning of the power module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for implementing a power module of a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a power module.    Power module (1)    Proton exchange membrane type fuel cell (2)    Reforming reactor (4)    Catalytic burner (11)    Humidity sensor (12)    Electronic control unit (13)
NOVELTY - A catalyst consists of metal oxycarbonitride comprising zirconium and/or titanium, and metallic elements (M) chosen from tin, indium, platinum, tantalum, zirconium, titanium, copper, iron, tungsten, chromium, molybdenum, hafnium, vanadium, cobalt, cerium, aluminum and nickel.    USE - Catalyst is used in catalyst layers of electrodes used in membrane-electrode assemblies of fuel cells e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cells (all claimed), alkali type fuel cells, phosphoric acid type fuel cells, molten carbonate type fuel cells, and solid electrolyte type fuel cells used as power source for motor vehicles. Can also be used for exhaust-gas treatment and organic synthesis.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent durability, excellent economical efficiency, and high oxygen reducing ability, and is not corroded in an acidic electrolyte or at high electric potential. The electroconductive particles increase reduction current as they produce electrical contact for making the catalyst induce electrochemical reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of catalyst, which involves acquiring the catalyst consisting of metal oxycarbonitride by heating (X) a metal carbonitride containing zirconium and/or titanium, and metal (M) in an oxygen-containing inert gas;    (2) catalyst layer including the catalyst;    (3) electrode having the catalyst layer and a porous support layer; and    (4) membrane electrode assembly having an electrolytic membrane arranged between a cathode and an anode.
NOVELTY - A platinum carrying carbon comprises platinum particles or its alloy particles supported on a surface modified carbon material. The surface modified carbon material comprises carbon material surface modified using organic group and has peak half value width, derived from (002) plane of 6 degrees or less in terms of angle 2 theta between an incident X-ray and reflective X-ray, measured by powder X-ray diffractometry.    USE - Platinum carrying carbon is used for catalyst for electrode film assembly for fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The platinum carrying carbon has high dispersion, and provides the catalyst having high catalyst utilization factor, fuel cell having excellent battery characteristics and durability and electrode film assembly having excellent oxidation corrosion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode film assembly (10), which has solid polymer electrolyte membrane and catalyst layer provided in contact with film of solid polymer electric charge. The catalyst layer contains catalyst containing platinum carrying carbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of structure of electrode film assembly.    Electrode film assembly (10)    Polymer electrolyte membrane (11)    Anode electrode (12)    Cathode electrode (13)    Cathode pole catalyst layer (13b)
NOVELTY - A piston (12) has piston head (28) and shaft (30), positioned within regulator main case (14). The main case has central inlet passage (18) extended along center axis (20) to receive high pressure hydrogen gas. A closure portion (16) has central outlet passage (26) to discharge hydrogen gas to anode surface of fuel cell. A bellow (56) made of stainless steel and polyethylene has static seals (64,72) for attaching bellow ends (58,60) to piston head or shaft and to main case or closure portion for accommodating axial movement of piston along center axis.    USE - Pressure regulator of high-pressure gas dispensing system for hydrogen fuel cell used in automotive vehicle industry.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage of hydrogen from the pressure regulator can be prevented, the low friction movement of the piston can be facilitated by using bellow with static seals, the performance of the pressure regulator can be enhanced and the flow rate of hydrogen from storage vessel to the anode surface of the fuel cell can be managed effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the pressure regulator.    Piston (12)    Regulator main case (14)    Closure portion (16)    Central inlet passage (18)    Center axis (20)    Central outlet passage (26)    Piston head (28)    Shaft (30)    Bellow (56)    Bellow ends (58,60)    Static seals (64,72)
NOVELTY - The car has an operating cab (2) provided with a control lever, and a multifunctional and high-power wind powered generating unit (15) fixed on a right side of a front of a frame-surface layer. Right and left sides of an end frame surface layer are fixed with rotary tailing balancing wings (28). Top of the wings are set with foldable dynamoelectric propellers (29) to control steering in air. An electronic energy-saving lamp, lighting system (30), operating cab seat (31), passenger seat (32) and a charging interface (33) for charging external power and major components are provided in the car.    USE - Multifunctional dynamoelectric flying car for use in a land, water and air (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The car saves energy, and automatically generates and charges without fuel, and is convenient to control, easy to drive and clean.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a multifunctional dynamoelectric flying car.    Operating cab (2)    Multifunctional and high-power wind powered generating unit (15)    Rotary tailing balancing wings (28)    Foldable dynamoelectric propellers (29)    Lighting system (30)    Operating cab seat (31)    Passenger seat (32)    Charging interface (33)
NOVELTY - The car has a clock that is utilized as an energy storage component and a power component and made of an environment-friendly material.    USE - Clock car for transportation.    ADVANTAGE - The car avoids the defects of exhaust emission of a motorbike and the battery pollution of a battery electric vehicle. The clock acts as the energy storage component and power component, and can quickly store the energy. The clock avoids memory defect. The car can be used for transportation in an environment-friendly and safe way.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a clock car.
NOVELTY - The rechargeable nickel-zinc battery cell comprises a negative electrode, a positive electrode and an electrolyte. A recited electrolyte composition exists prior to formation of the rechargeable nickel-zinc cell. The positive electrode comprises a fluorinated polyolefin and/or a dispersion agent.    USE - The rechargeable nickel-zinc battery cell e.g. a starved format cell (claimed) is useful in power tools, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), electric vehicles and consumer electronics.    ADVANTAGE - The rechargeable nickel-zinc battery cell has high carrying capacity, current discharging ability, long cycle life, low impedance, high power density, low material redistribution and suitability for high rate applications, and is capable of providing high discharge rate and good performance at low temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of providing a nickel-zinc battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows an exploded view of a battery cell.    Cylindrical assembly (801)    Negative collector disk (803)    Positive collector disk (805)    Tab (807)    Cap (809)    Can. (813)
NOVELTY - An electric power source comprises battery block (2) composed of rechargeable battery (1); cooling plate (3) thermally coupled with battery block to cool battery; cooling mechanism (70) for cooling plate; and controller (71) for controlling cooling mechanism to switch cooling plate into cooled state and uncooled state. The controller controls cooling mechanism both in accordance with temperature of battery block and temperature of cooling plate, and switches cooling plate into cooled state and the uncooled state.    USE - Electric power source for electric vehicle such as a hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be quickly cooled in ideal state while moisture in the air is prevented from dew formation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic, exploded, perspective view showing an electric power source.    Rechargeable battery (1)    Battery block (2)    Cooling plate (3)    Cooling mechanism (70)    Controller (71)
NOVELTY - The fluid pump has a piston (1e) received in the bore of the generally sealed vessel such as a cylinder housing (25). A magnetic drive external to the bore causes the piston to move along a path defined by the bore when the drive is actuated. The only passage through the vessel leading into the bore includes one working fluid inlet (36) and at one working fluid outlet (37).    USE - Fluid pump for energizing and distributing fluids or gases e.g. hydrogen gas used by fuel cells and hydrogen fueled automobiles.    ADVANTAGE - Eliminates a number of sources of leakage yet still permit for significant compression ratios and efficient operation, effectively compressing gases that are prone to leakage such as hydrogen and other light gases. Improved performance while enabling new hydrogen based energy infrastructure. Operates with little maintenance and consumes less power as compared to compressors or pumps of similar output. Enables the compression and storage of large quantities of hydrogen fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a gas compressing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fluid pump.    Piston (1e)    Cylinder housing (25)    Cooling manifold (35)    Inlet (36)    Outlet (37)
NOVELTY - The van has a wind-energy generator whose control end is connected with a controller, and a fuel oil generator comprising a diesel engine, a gear box, an electromagnetic clutch, a flywheel and a synchronizing generator. A control end of the electromagnetic clutch is connected with the controller, and an electrical storage device comprises an electromagnetic switch, a bi-directional inverter and a storage battery, which are connected in series. Control ends of the electromagnetic switch and the bi-directional inverter are connected with the controller.    USE - Mobile wind energy and fuel oil hybrid power generating van for disaster assistance, field exploration and military operation.    ADVANTAGE - The van consumes less diesel and provides power-on time, and has high power generating capacity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a mobile wind energy and fuel oil hybrid power generating van.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The car has a body whose top part is equipped with a carriage shed, where inner front side of the carriage shed is equipped with a steering wheel. A lower part of the steering wheel is equipped with an accelerator and a brake, and a top part of the carriage shed is pasted with a flexible film solar battery panel of a stainless steel substrate by a battery panel fixing glue. A lower part of a front car base in the carriage shed is equipped with a storage battery, and a lower part of a rear car base is equipped with an electric motor.    USE - Solar photovoltaic power car.    ADVANTAGE - The car utilizes the solar battery that is provided with the flexible film solar battery panel, which can improve energy generating efficiency when the area of carriage shed is limited. The flexible film solar battery panel has less weight about two-third of the solar common solar panel. The solar panel of flexible stainless steel substrate can be easily equipped and can not be interfered by the vibration in the driving process. The solar panel can be properly bent according to the processing need, so that the car has better appearance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar photovoltaic power car.
NOVELTY - The box has a bottom box unit connected with an upper cover by a lock, where one side of the bottom box unit includes a fixing hole. A rear wall of the bottom box unit includes a vent hole.    USE - Protective box for a car battery.    ADVANTAGE - The locking hole is formed on one side of the bottom box unit, and the vent hole is formed on the rear wall of the bottom box unit, so that a battery and the box can be fixed on a frame to prevent the battery from being lost. The box has better theft-proof effect and long service life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a protective box.
NOVELTY - The device has a vent pipe comprising an air inlet and an air outlet. Multiple wind power generators are arranged in the vent pipe between the air inlet and the air outlet. Diameter of the air inlet is more than that of the air outlet, and a diameter of each wind power generator fan blade is equal to a diameter of the vent pipe in a mounting position. A vertical section of the vent pipe is formed as a tapered structure in a hyperbolic line.    USE - Wind power boosting and generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The device consumes less energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a wind power boosting and generating device.
NOVELTY - The device has a fixing unit permanent magnet (1, 5) and a rotator coil (4) that are equipped in a bicycle rotation shaft part.    USE - Conduction alternating current (AC)/direct current (DC) generating device for a bicycle lamp/portable electricity instrument.    ADVANTAGE - The device can generate electricity without wheel abrasion or torque degradation, and has high electricity production efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a conduction alternating current/direct current generating device.    Fixing unit permanent magnets (1, 5)    Wheel (2)    Wheel reinforcing support (3)    Rotator coil (4)    Brush (7)
NOVELTY - The battery status detecting sensor apparatus has several electrical components (101,102) such as wiper, alarm, etc. that are connected to battery (60) through electric power supplying circuit (100). A backup battery (70) connected to electrical components, provides electric power to components when the battery is removed. A battery status detecting sensor (10) detects whether electric current value of battery exceeds predetermined threshold-value. The battery is replaced when electric current value of battery exceeds predetermined threshold-value.    USE - Battery status detecting sensor apparatus for electric power system of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The need for replacement of battery in electric power system can be detected based on the electric current value of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for detecting status of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the electric power system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery status detecting sensor (10)    Battery (60)    Backup battery (70)    Electric power supplying circuit (100)    Electrical components (101,102)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has O-ring accommodating portion (X) with bending portion (14b) touching the left side of O-ring and pipe line portion (14c) touching internal-diameter portion of O-ring. The engagement section main case (18) has flare portion (18d) following a peak portion. The peak portion comprises inclined surfaces with openings (18a,18b) engaged with level difference portions (10c,12c). The bending portion wraps the flare portion. A front-end of nail portion contacts and presses flare portion.    USE - Pipe connection apparatus of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the engagement section main case is provided with openings engaged with level difference portions and nail portion is provided to press flare portion wrapped by bending portion, the attachment operation is made easy. The pipe connection apparatus of simple structure is attained at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the longitudinal cross-sectional view, top view and left side view of the pipe connection apparatus.    Level difference portions (10c,12c)    Bending portion (14b)    Pipe line portion (14c)    Engagement section main case (18)    Openings (18a,18b)    Flare portion (18d)    O-ring accommodating portion (X)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has storage unit which stores the reference open circuit voltage value and reference discharge voltage value of battery. The deterioration degree of battery is calculated based on the predetermined expression relating parameters such as measured discharge voltage value of battery, open circuit voltage values of battery, reference discharge voltage value and reference open circuit voltage value.    USE - Apparatus for calculating deterioration degree of battery mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration degree of battery can be calculated uniformly with high precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for deterioration degree calculation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the deterioration degree calculating procedure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The lead storage battery has a liquid opening stopper formed with a porous portion consisting of thermoplastic resin. The liquid opening stopper is installed with splashproof components. The ventilation resistance value of liquid opening stopper is in the range of 1.0-20 KPa and gas flow rate is 5 L/min.    USE - Lead storage battery used as secondary battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid opening stopper with porous portion functions as explosion protection filter for selectively discharging the gas component emitted in cell chamber interior by controlling the ventilation resistance of porous portion, and recirculating the electrolyte solution efficiently. Thereby, reliability of the liquid opening stopper is improved while preventing clogging and leakage of gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the liquid opening stopper.    Thread portion (3)    Rubber packing portion (4)    Groove portion (5)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has a gas-liquid separator (20) comprising an ion-exchange filter (30) that is positioned in a chamber such that a straightening reinforcement thin structure (50) is positioned below the ion exchange filter. The reaction water contained in the off-gas discharged from the fuel cell stack (10) is supplied to the chamber such that the reinforcement structure separates the reaction water and the off-gas. The reaction water is drained to the exterior through a drain valve (25) while the off-gas is supplied to the ion exchange filter.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow of off-gas into the ion exchange filter can be performed reliably so that the ion exchange efficiency of the fuel cell system is improved. The size of the straightening reinforcement structure is thin so that the weight of the fuel cell system is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Gas-liquid separator (20)    Drain valve (25)    Ion-exchange filter (30)    Straightening reinforcement structure (50)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell apparatus (1) has a fuel cell module storage chamber (5) which is arranged in the upper portion of an exterior case (2). The air circulated in an auxiliary machine storage chamber (6) is passed to the module storage chamber through an airflow through-hole (9) formed between side wall of exterior case and a fuel cell module (7). The exhaust air from module storage chamber is discharged through an exhaust port (8) formed in side of exterior case. A partition (4) is formed between the module storage chamber and auxiliary machine storage chamber.    USE - Fuel cell apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature rise of the exterior case can be suppressed efficiently by circulating the air from auxiliary machine storage chamber around the circumference of fuel cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the fuel cell apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell apparatus (1)    Exterior case (2)    Partition (4)    Fuel cell module storage chamber (5)    Auxiliary machine chamber (6)    Fuel cell module (7)    Exhaust port (8)    Airflow through-hole (9)
NOVELTY - The electrical storage apparatus has battery cell (11) that expands/contracts based on the ripple contained in charging and discharging electrical current. Several sound absorption elements (16) are arranged in parallel in coolant path (17) used for cooling battery cell. The space between the adjacent absorption elements is set value which is an integer multiple of half wavelength of sound wave produced in coolant path based on expansion and contraction of battery cell.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus for vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of noise due to expansion and contraction of battery cell can be eliminated effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the electrical storage apparatus.    Battery cell (11)    Spacer (13)    End plate (14)    Sound absorption elements (16)    Coolant path (17)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has several battery modules (2a-2s) connected in series and several cylindrical cells (1) connected in multiple rows (A,B) between the end plates (5,6). The connection arrangement is formed such that the battery module of large voltage difference, is separated at one end.    USE - Battery pack for motor vehicle, farm machine and elevator.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of liquid junction is made difficult even during the leakage of electrolyte solution. The thermal runaway of the battery pack is prevented so as to obtain safe battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the battery pack.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cylindrical cell (1)    Battery modules (2a-2s)    End plates (5,6)    Bolt (8)    Fitting hole (10)    Rows of cylindrical cells (A,B)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has an oxidation gas piping unit (3) that supplies oxidation gas through compressor (31) to a fuel cell (2). The hydrogen gas pipe line (4) supplies hydrogen gas to the fuel cell. A back pressure regulating valve (34) adjusts pressure of oxidation gas supplied to the fuel cell. A control unit controls power consumption by a compressor based on moisture content in the fuel cell, when output of fuel cell is more than predetermined threshold value.    USE - Fuel cell system for hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The output of the fuel cell system can be maintained stable and the power consumption by the compressor can be controlled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (2)    Oxidation gas piping unit (3)    Hydrogen gas pipe line (4)    Compressor (31)    Back pressure regulating valve (34)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery has an electrode terminal (20) provided in the state of protruding from a cover (10a) closing a case accommodating an electrode block and electrolytic solution. A welding portion is provided at both ends of the electrode terminal in the longitudinal direction of the cover and extended in a direction intersecting the longitudinal direction. A bus bar is attached to the electrode terminal using a bolt.    USE - Secondary battery for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and portable apparatus e.g. mobile telephone and notebook personal computer (PC).    ADVANTAGE - The joining strength of the terminal with the cover is made high by enlarging the welding portion and performing welding in several places.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the positive electrode terminal.    Cover (10a)    Positive electrode terminal (20)    Screw hole (26)
NOVELTY - The charging system (11) has resistor (28) and bypass contactor (29) that are serially connected with smoothing capacitor (25) provided in the output unit of charger (17). The direct current breaker connected between charger and connector (13) is in closed and opened states at the time of charging the vehicle mounted battery (14), and during emergency state, respectively. The contactor is closed and opened at the time of supplying electric power, and at the time of emergency, respectively.    USE - System for charging battery (claimed) for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since contactor is closed and opened at the time of supplying electric power, and at the time of emergency, respectively, damage of capacitor is prevented without reducing the charging efficiency of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the charging system for electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Charging system (11)    Connector (13)    Vehicle mounted battery (14)    Charger (17)    Smoothing capacitor (25)    Resistor (28)    Bypass contactor (29)
NOVELTY - The method involves designing the positive and negative electrode collectors (4,5) with positive and negative electrodes respectively. An electronic-conduction model is used by considering the thickness, shape, electronic-conduction degree of the positive and negative electrode collectors, to measure voltage distribution of the electrodes.    USE - Evaluation method of voltage distribution in electrical storage device of domestic distribution type electrical storage system. Uses include but are not limited to hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle, portable devices such as mobile phone, notebook computer, digital camcorder and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage can be evaluated easily in short time using the electronic conduction model through electronic conductivity layer between positive and negative electrode layers. The time for designing electrical storage device is reduced significantly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for evaluation tool of voltage distribution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view explaining the evaluation process of voltage distribution. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Positive electrode collector (4)    Negative electrode collector (5)    Power supply (10)    Voltage measurement device (13)    Positive electrode of voltage measurement device (14)