NOVELTY - The device has a middle path air intake tube whose exhaust end is communicated with a silencer inner cavity, and a clamping wall structured heating cover encircled by an inner and outer walls. A radiating cavity body is communicated with a space encircled by the inner and outer walls through a heat transfer channel. The inner wall is evenly provided with radiating windows for allowing gas flow. The cover is provided with an exhaust through port passing through the inner and outer walls and communicated with the interior space of the inner wall.    USE - Waste gas afterheat comprehensive utilization device for heating a lead acid battery pack of a hybrid power electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The device can complete two functions of heating the battery pack by the heating cover and attenuating the sound of the waste gas, to reduce the exhaust noise of an engine of the hybrid power electric automobile, thus prolonging the service life of the lead acid battery and prolonging driving range of the electric automobile.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a waste gas afterheat comprehensive utilization device for heating battery of hybrid power electric automobile.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a wind power generation system e.g. wind power generator, whose output end is connected with an input end of a power supply device. The output end of the system is connected to a socket. A bolt on the input end of the device is spliced with the socket. The system is arranged on a bracket on the front end of the motor bicycle. The system is arranged on a bracket on the top of the vehicle.    USE - Power generating motor vehicle i.e. motor bicycle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The wind power generation system e.g. wind power generator, can convert the wind power into the electric power by using the natural wind or the wind caused when the vehicle runs, and supply the electric power to the power supply device on the vehicle to make the vehicle to run. The vehicle can continuously run without frequent charging, so that the vehicle is convenient to use and saves energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a power generating motor vehicle.
NOVELTY - The device has a battery with an anode connected with an electrode of a current consuming apparatus and an input end of a simulation multi-way selector. Another electrode of the apparatus is in signal connection with an end of a current sensor. An output end of the selector is in signal connection with an input end of an analogue-to-digital converter. An output end of the converter is in signal connection with a CPU processor. An input end of a temperature sensor is in signal connection with the battery. An output end of the temperature sensor is in signal connection with the CPU processor.    USE - Estimation device for estimating remaining energy in a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an estimation device.
NOVELTY - The system has a charger arranged at inner side of an electric motor car or a locomotive, and a middle insulating strip formed between adjacent conductive layers at certain intervals. The adjacent conductive layers are respectively connected with lead wires at two electrodes of a power source box. A bottom part of the electric motor car or the locomotive is provided with a conductive assembly in connection with the charger. An end part of the conductive assembly is contacted with the adjacent conductive layer, and a power source is transmitted to the charger by the conductive assembly.    USE - Charging system. Uses include but are not limited to an electric motor car, an electric tricycle, a hybrid power car, a fuel cell car and locomotive.    ADVANTAGE - The system is simple in structure and convenient to operate, and can greatly improve the continuous traveling route of the electric motor car.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The conductive layer is a metal coating, a metal plate, or a rail.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a charging system.
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying of fuel to a fuel cell in which a cathode is covered by generated water. An oxide layer is formed in the cathode. The oxidizing agent gas is supplied through a cathode flow path of a separator to fuel cell. A load current is then taken out from the fuel cell.    USE - Method of starting polymer electrolyte fuel cell for use in fuel cell system (both claimed). Can also be used in power supplies for light vehicle, electric vehicle or electric motorcycle, assistant type bicycle, wheel chair for medical health-care, senior car etc.    ADVANTAGE - The oxidative degradation of the cathode is prevented and fall of the output of the fuel cell is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of the fuel cell electric power generation system.    Cell stack (301)    Modifier (302)    Heat exchanger (304)    Switching device (305)    Short circuit (307)
NOVELTY - The plates have two polar plate bodies (1) made by two plates adhered to each other. A guide groove (2) and a guide hole (3) are formed on a surface of the polar plate bodies. A concave groove (5) around the guide groove and the guide hole is formed on a sticky surface (4), where the concave groove prevents mucilage glue from overflowing and jamming the guide groove and the hole. A locating hole (6) is formed on the plate bodies. The concave groove is 1 to 10mm far from the guide groove, guide hole or locating hole. Depth and width of the concave groove is about 0.2 to 0.5mm and 0.5 to 1.0mm.    USE - Fuel cell bipolar plates.    ADVANTAGE - The mucilage glue is prevented from flowing into the concave groove while squeezing the polar plates, so that the mucilage glue is prevented from flowing into the guide groove and the guide hole, thus decreasing the quantity of mucilage glue, and hence reliability and leak tightness of agglutinating bipolar plates is provided and pass percentage of production is improved. The plates reduce the need for more workmen, and are simple in operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of fuel cell bipolar plates.    Polar plate bodies (1)    Guide groove (2)    Guide hole (3)    Sticky surface (4)    Concave groove (5)    Locating hole (6)
NOVELTY - The humidifier has humidifying units equipped on two sides of a clapboard (1) and provided with a guiding flow board (3) and a humidified membrane. Two sides of a terminal plate (2) are provided with a wet and hot air inlet (10) and a wet and hot air outlet (11) that are connected with a wet and hot air pylome. The sides of the terminal plate are equipped with reaction inlets (12, 14) and reaction outlets (13, 15), respectively. Two faces of the clapboard are provided with a wet and hot air guiding flow groove and a reaction gas guiding flow groove.    USE - Humidifier for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The humidifier is high in operational efficiency and light in weight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The humidified membrane is a full fluosulfonic acid membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a humidifier.    Clapboard (1)    Terminal plate (2)    Guiding flow board (3)    Wet and hot air inlet (10)    Wet and hot air outlet (11)    Reaction inlets (12, 14)    Reaction outlets (13, 15)
NOVELTY - The motor (1) has an engine (2) connected with an omnibus power car controller (7). A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) engine (4) is connected with a clutch (3), the engine and the omnibus power car controller. The omnibus power car controller is connected with a power accumulator (6). A cooling tube is connected with a case, and another cooling tube is connected with another case. One end of a sectional type rotor iron core of two rotor assemblies are connected with an axletree.    USE - Electric motor i.e. integrated starter generator (ISG) electric motor (claimed), for an omnibus power car.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the electric motor is improved. The motor converts the mechanical energy of the brake into the electric power to electrify the energy storing device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an electric motor.    Electric motor (1)    Engine (2)    Clutch (3)    Hybrid electric vehicle engine (4)    Power accumulator (6)    Omnibus power car controller (7)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a dynamo (2) arranged with a fan (1) on an auto roof by a dynamo shelf (3). The dynamo is connected to a storage cell group and an electromotor by a lead (4). A place provided between the storage cell group and the electromotor is connected by the lead. The lead is connected to an auto driving motor by a transmission belt.    USE - Wind energy vehicle i.e. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The electromotor allows an auto to go forward by the transmission belt revolving an auto driving motor, thus saving resources and reducing the shortage of auto fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a wind energy vehicle.    Fan (1)    Dynamo (2)    Dynamo shelf (3)    Lead (4)
NOVELTY - The motorcycle has a generating device connected on a bodywork (1). Wind blades (3) are connected to a motor (2). A magnetic motor is connected to an accumulator by a selenium rectifier. The accumulator is connected to a driving motor and an electric apparatus by wires and a controller.    USE - Motorcycle for use as an electricity generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The wind energy is produced when the motorcycle is ridden to roll the wind blades. The controller uses the electric current produced to drive the motorcycle to move again or to provide electricity to the electric apparatus of the motorcycle. The motorcycle actualizes the purpose of the recycle of the resource.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a motorcycle for use as an electricity generating device.    Bodywork (1)    Motor (2)    Wind blades (3)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a vehicle charger (10) jointed with a lash-up electricity generating system by a hand switch. The electricity generating system includes a transformer (24), a commutative complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) chip (18), an impulse width CMOS chip (19) and crystal transistors (16, 17). Voltage of the vehicle charger is determined after adjusting a booster resistor (15), controlling a pin (2) of the width CMOS chip, comparing sample voltage with predefined voltage and changing volume rate of another pin (6) of the width CMOS chip to reach an adjusting loading value.    USE - Electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle charger provides electricity to the vehicle when the vehicle requires electricity. The vehicle is simple in structure, can be operated for a long period of time, and is convenient to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electric vehicle.    Pins (2, 6)    Vehicle charger (10)    Booster resistor (15)    Crystal transistors (16, 17)    Commutate complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor chip (18)    Impulse width complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor chip (19)    Transformer (24)
NOVELTY - The compartment has a power source e.g. external connecting electricity supply device, connected with professional equipments e.g. solar-power collectors, to provide power to the equipments, where a door is fixed on a side of the compartment. A control system controls the equipments. A lock-in device stops the door, and a protective layer is rolled freely by a reel, where the protective layer is made of thin section steel. Side of the door and the compartment are connected by a gemel, and fulcrums are connected by support pieces. Wire ropes are separately fixed on the fulcrums.    USE - Multi-functional vehicle compartment for a truck. Can also be used for a mobile office car, a mobile retail car, a mobile engineering car, a mobile exhibition car, a mobile propagandizing car, a refrigerator car, a tourist car, a city bus and an ambulance.    ADVANTAGE - The compartment allows a side of doors to be opened to let people and objects to get in and out of the compartment easily and safely. The professional equipments can perform different functions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a multi-functional vehicle compartment.
NOVELTY - The thermantidote has a solar panel fixed on a car top. An output port of the solar panel is jointed with a refrigerating machine, where the refrigerating machine is a semiconductor refrigeration piece (ZL) or a semiconductor refrigerator. A refrigeration port of the refrigeration piece is dipped in a cooling water vessel. An electrification interface port is connected with the refrigeration piece. A solar battery is arranged on a place of a skylight glass. The battery is connected with an accessorial storage battery (DC1) by a semiconductor diode (D1) and a switch (k1).    USE - Thermantidote for use in a car.    ADVANTAGE - The thermantidote does not change power design of the car. The thermantidote provides energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a thermantidote.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Output socket (CZ)    Semiconductor diodes (D1, D2)    Accessorial storage battery (DC1)    Switches (K1, K2)    Semiconductor refrigeration piece (ZL)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has an electromagnet exchange switch (3) provided with an active contact (32), a normally open contact (33), a normally close contact (31) and an electromagnet loop (34). The electromagnet loop is connected with a remote controller switch (5) in a serial connection between two poles of the cell. The normally close contact is connected with an end of a current limiter (4). Another end of the current limiter is connected with a plus pole (12) of the cell. A minus contact jaw (21) is formed on outer side of a shell that is connected with a minus pole (11) of the cell.    USE - Theft-proof battery cell for an intelligent vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cell is simple in structural arrangement, inexpensive, convenient to use, and provides better theft-proof effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic circuit diagram of a theft-proof battery cell for an intelligent vehicle.    Theft-proof battery cell (1)    Electromagnet exchange switch (3)    Current limiter (4)    Remote controller switch (5)    Minus pole (11)    Plus pole (12)    Minus contact jaw (21)    Normally close contact (31)    Active contact (32)    Normally open contact (33)    Electromagnet loop (34)
NOVELTY - The box has a sliding chute fixed at a side of a case (2) that is parallel to long axes of the case. A space is provided with a battery in the case. A socket is equipped at a top part of the case for fixing an outlet located at a head part (1). The socket is fixed with a socket jack. An electric source indicator light (5) is fixed at the head part for fixing a hand lever. A location socket (3) is parallel to the long axes of the case, and is equipped at another side of the case.    USE - Cell box for a motor bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The box facilitates unloading or fixing of the battery from or in the case.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a cell box.    Head part (1)    Case (2)    Location socket (3)    Bottom part (4)    Electric source indicator light (5)
NOVELTY - The lorry has a car axletree (2) connects with wheels (1). A helping axletree (3) is placed at a bottom of the bodywork. A team of driver gears (4) is arranged between the helping axletree and car axletree. A firm rod (5) is placed at bottom of the bodywork that comprises electric machinery (6) and a storage battery (7). The helping axletree includes a belt roller (8). The electric machinery links with the helping axletree through a strap. The car axletree, helping axletree and the firm rod links to a driving rod (10) on bodywork through a firm shelf (9).    USE - Platform lorry.    ADVANTAGE - The lorry can save manpower. The damping directive wheel at the end of bodywork of lorry can reduce the wallop during the loading course. The user can control the lorry easily, and can control the speed of the lorry expediently by using braking device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a platform lorry.    Wheel (1)    Car axletree (2)    Helping axletree (3)    Driver gear (4)    Firm rod (5)    Electric machinery (6)    Storage battery (7)    Belt roller (8)    Firm shelf (9)    Driving rod (10)
NOVELTY - The system has a knocked-down cell box placed in a handlebar of an electric bicycle. Another knocked-down cell box is covered with the former knocked-down cell box. A charging jack is fixed on an end surface of the latter box. Lamps and lanterns are arranged in the former box and are placed in the trough. The lamps and lanterns include a lighting module pointing at a lamp hole. The lamps and lanterns are electrically connected to the switch to switch the lighting module. The trough is lower than a battery jar and is formed in a permanent seat.    USE - Cell box system for an electric bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a cell box system.
NOVELTY - The device has an insulating shell including liquid slots arranged in an intercalated manner, where the liquid slots are separately filled with positive and negative vanadium electrolytes. The positive and negative vanadium electrolytes are divided by a septum in the liquid slots that intercalate a polar plate, where polarity of the polar plate is connected to the electrolytes by a lead. The septum is a proton exchanging film cutting a liquid infiltration, and an edge part is embedded into an insulating outer shell.    USE - Vanadium-storing device.    ADVANTAGE - The device has high efficiency. The working process of the device does not produce chemical reaction, so that the consumption of the polar plate is reduced. The polar plate is made of non metal material, so that the pollution is avoided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a vanadium-storing device.
NOVELTY - The charger has a transformer bridge rectifier connected with two ports of a microprocessor unit (MPU) by a filter capacitor. Other two ports of the MPU are connected with cathodes of rechargeable batteries. A fifth port of the MPU is connected with a relay by an inlay resistor and a transistor. A sixth port of the MPU is connected with another relay by another inlay resistor and another transistor. A seventh port of the MPU is connected with a buzzer by a third inlay resistor and a third transistor. An output end of a receiver is connected with an eighth port of the MPU.    USE - Remote burglarproof charger for charging an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The charger charges the electric motor car remotely and expediently. The charger provides burglarproof service, and is simple in structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a remote burglarproof charger.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - Multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane is a multilayered membrane with 2-40 layers formed by the fluorine-containing ion exchange resin with the electro-winning (EW) value of 600-1300 millimoles per gram. One of the layers has a cross-linking net structure with a conductivity of 40-150 millisiemens per centimeter (mS/cm), a tensile strength of 10-60 mega Pascal, and a total thickness of 10-300 microns.    USE - Multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane.    ADVANTAGE - The multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane has higher proton conductivity and size stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The cross-linking net structure has a structural formula (I).    G=CF2;    G2=CF2 or O; and    Rf=2-10C perfluorocarbon chain or fluorine-containing perfluorocarbon chain.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for preparing fluorine-containing ion exchange resin by copolymerization of fluorine-containing olefin.
NOVELTY - Multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane is a multilayered membrane with 2-40 layers formed by the fluorine-containing ion exchange resin with the electro-winning (EW) value of 600-1300 millimoles per gram. One of the layers has a cross-linking net structure with a conductivity of 40-150 millisiemens per centimeter (mS/cm), a tensile strength of 10-60 mega Pascal, and a total thickness of 10-300 microns.    USE - Multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane.    ADVANTAGE - The multilayered fluorine-containing cross-linking ion membrane has higher proton conductivity and size stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The cross-linking net structure has a structural formula (I). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for preparing fluorine-containing ion exchange resin by copolymerization of fluorine-containing olefin.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (2) has a fuel cell (5) discharging water. A fuel preparation part (4) comprises an emulsification apparatus (9) for preparing emulsion fuel by distributing the water to fuel. An emulsion fuel feeding pipe (10) of the fuel preparation part supplies the prepared emulsion fuel to an internal combustion engine (3) e.g. diesel engine. The fuel cell has an anode (12) arranged at one side of an electrolyte layer (11), and a cathode (13) is arranged at another side of the electrolyte layer.    USE - Power apparatus for use in a vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The emulsion fuel feeding pipe of the fuel preparation part supplies the prepared emulsion fuel to the internal combustion engine, without isolating the fuel and water at the time of driving of the internal combustion engine. The apparatus has small size.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a power apparatus and a side view of a vehicle with the power apparatus.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Power apparatus (2)    Internal combustion engine (3)    Fuel preparation part (4)    Fuel cell (5)    Emulsification apparatus (9)    Emulsion fuel feeding pipe (10)    Electrolyte layer (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)
NOVELTY - The method involves calculating assistant electric current command value (I-L) with respect to electric current command calculating unit (2) by multiplying differential component of battery voltage (V-B) and expected value (C-S) of capacitor. A correction assistant electric current command value is derived from assistant electric current command value so that electric circuit is controlled.    USE - Control method of direct current (DC) power supply used in moving vehicle (claimed) such as forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - Since the correction assistant electric current command value is retrieved from assistant electric current command value so that electric circuit is controlled, the loss of power supply can be reduced easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for moving vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of DC power supply.    Differential unit (1)    Electric current command calculating unit (2)    Expected value (C-S)    Assistant electric current command value (I-L)    Battery voltage (V-B)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a housing (3) for accommodating an electrolyte (8), and a rod- or plate-shaped heat conductive element (11) for increasing heat conductivity within the battery. The heat conductive element is thermally and/or mechanically connected with two opposite walls (4) of the housing. The heat conductive element is partially made of a material e.g. silicon, aluminum, copper, magnesium, carbon, graphite, zinc, platinum and/or tin, and is provided with an electrically insulating coating.    USE - Battery i.e. lithium ion battery, for use in a battery module of a motor vehicle (all claimed) i.e. car (from drawings). Can also be used for nickel-cadmium battery or nickel-metal hydride battery supplying hospital or drilling machine with electric current.    ADVANTAGE - The rod- or plate-shaped heat conductive element increases the heat conductivity within the battery, so that the heat can be conducted from a central region of the battery to outside of the battery and vice versa in an improved manner, thus reducing development of temperature different within the battery, and hence avoiding temperature increase in the central region of the battery, and achieving fast temperature increase in the central region during heating of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a battery module comprising a battery module housing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic longitudinal sectional view of a battery with a heat conductive element.    Battery (1)    Housing (3)    Walls (4)    Electrolyte (8)    Heat conductive element (11)
NOVELTY - The mobile unit has high power electric motors for generating power, to move a transport vehicle such as car. The major requirement of energy is supplemented by multiple energy sources of nature. The energy used in mobile unit is electromagnetic energy and household energy and another autonomous energy sources such as solar energy and wind energy.    USE - Mobile unit.    ADVANTAGE - The mobile unit has high power electric motors for generating power, to move a transport vehicle such as car. The major requirement of energy is supplemented by multiple energy sources of nature, and thus ensures an ecofreindly mobile unit.
NOVELTY - The jump-start device (10) has a jump-start interpolation point (12), which is connected to a vehicle mass, particularly vehicle body shell of motor vehicle. The jump-start interpolation point is integrated in a ground cable (14) or ground lead, which is connected between battery and vehicle mass, particularly the vehicle body shell. The pump-start interpolation point of ground cable is brought in usage position from a non-usage position.    USE - Jump-start device for a battery of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The jump-start interpolation point is integrated in a ground cable or ground lead, which is connected between battery and vehicle mass, particularly the vehicle body shell. The pump-start interpolation point of ground cable is brought in usage position from a non-usage position, and thus ensures to fulfill the pedestrian protection requirements.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of jump-start device.    Jump-start device (10)    Jump-start interpolation point (12)    Ground cable (14)    Sleeve (18)    Protection cap (26)
NOVELTY - The structure (10) has an electrically insulating embedded compound layer (18) arranged between two electrically conductive electrode layers (16, 32), where one of the electrode layers (32) is transparent for solar radiation. Multiple semiconductor particles (24) comprise a p-doped area (26), n-doped area (28) and a p-n junction (30). The particles are embedded adjacent to each other in the compound layer. The p-doped and the n-doped areas project over same sides (20, 22) of the compound layer and enter into the electrode layers for electrical connection with the electrode layers.    USE - Photovoltaic layer structure for use on conducting and/or non-conducting surfaces e.g. facade panel, roof and a sound protection wall, of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure is attached to the conducting and/or non-conducting surfaces in a simple manner. The structure avoids the need of the special housing for protecting the structure from environmental influences, and reduces weatherproofing cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a photovoltaic layer structure.    Photovoltaic layer structure (10)    Electrically conductive electrode layers (16, 32)    Electrically insulating embedded compound layer (18)    Sides of compound layer (20, 22)    Semiconductor particles (24)    P-doped area (26)    N-doped area (28)    P-N junction (30)
NOVELTY - The battery module has a housing (2) and two batteries which are arranged in the housing. A medium (3) is provided for tempering the batteries, and has a thermal pipe for conducting the heat from the batteries. The batteries are arranged to a fin (9) made of heat conductive material, e.g. metal particularly copper, and the batteries are lithium ion battery. A liquid is oil, e.g. silicon oil. The housing is partially made of metal and plastic. The thermal pipe is a heat pipe or a thermosyphon.    USE - Battery module for use in battery module system of a motor vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The battery module has a housing and two batteries which are arranged in the housing, and thus ensures a homogeneous temperature distribution within the battery module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a motor vehicle with a heat sink.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a housing with a fin of a battery module.    Housing (2)    Medium (3)    Fin (9)
NOVELTY - A current collector (120) is formed on gas diffusion layer (110) containing conductive materials. Then, the gas diffusion layer is laminated on electrolyte membrane (130), to form fuel cell (100).    USE - Manufacture of fuel cell used as power supply for electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides fuel cell with improved efficiency. The contact resistance between current collector and gas diffusion layer is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic cross-sectional view of fuel cell.    Fuel cell (100)    Gas diffusion layer (110)    Current collector (120)    Electrolyte membrane (130)    Catalyst layer (140)
NOVELTY - The method involves producing composition of drying hydrogen by re-cycling humidified hydrogen. Geometric information and differential pressure data of an orifice meter are measured. A flow meter is installed at a hydrogen recirculation piping (11). Density of the re-cycling humidified hydrogen is calculated using measured temperature and measured pressure. A total flow-rate of the re-cycling humidified hydrogen is calculated based on the density of the re-cycling humidified hydrogen. A flow rate of the drying hydrogen is calculated using the re-cycling humidified hydrogen.    USE - Method for measuring flow rate of recirculation hydrogen in a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method effectively measures the flow rate of drying hydrogen and effectively prevents the degradation of fuel rate. The method is simple to implement.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a recirculation hydrogen flow rate measuring system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a recirculation hydrogen flow rate measuring system.    Recirculation hydrogen flow rate measuring system (10)    Hydrogen recirculation piping (11)    Pressure sensing part (13)    Differential pressure measurement part (14)    Orifice (15)
NOVELTY - The box has a box body (1) formed with a rectangular structure and provided with a rectangular lug boss (2), where one end of the box body is formed with an opening in width direction. A box cover (3) is arranged in the box body and fixed at the opening. A connection slot (4) is formed by the box cover and an end face of an opening end of the box body. Shape of the connection slot is matched with the lug boss. Another end of the box body is provided with a main power connection hole and an inductor connection hole in length direction.    USE - Cell box device for use in an electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The device has simple structure and small volume, and can realize rapid combination of cell boxes in a convenient and rapid manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a cell box device.    Box body (1)    Rectangular lug boss (2)    Box cover (3)    Connection slot (4)
NOVELTY - The structure has multiple single cells, where adjacent two single cells mutually employ two sides of an airflow guide plate. One side of the airflow guide plate forms a fuel airflow guide plate, while the other side of the airflow guide plate forms an oxidant airflow guide plate. Active regions of the two sides of the airflow guide plate are staggered in spatial positions, and are connected to a mutual pipeline via flow guide grooves. The active regions of the adjacent two single cells are staggered by 90 degrees in spatial position.    USE - Fuel cell structure.    ADVANTAGE - The two adjacent single cells employ two sides of the airflow guide plate, which avoids the bridge connection pattern. The structure has simple design, easy installment and assembly, small volume, light weight, outstanding airtight performance, small inner resistance and high efficiency in power generation, and is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell structure.
NOVELTY - The device has a main control unit arranged in a shell, and a chargeable storage battery connected with the main control unit. A power source management unit is connected with the chargeable battery for managing, controlling and detecting the chargeable battery, where the chargeable battery is selected from a group consisting of liquid or polymer lithium battery, nickel battery, or super capacitor. A solar battery plate unit is connected with the power source management unit for receiving solar energy and changing the solar energy into electrical energy.    USE - Vehicle-mounted device for highway charging system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a vehicle-mounted device. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The body has a canvas strip fixed at a car side (14), and a canvas (4) whose two sides are bonded with a nylon cloth. Canvas bags (3) are mounted on two sides at a rear side of the car for storing the canvases on two sides of car when the sides of the car retract. A car roof is composed of a left and right beam roof section, a roof front cross beam, a roof vertical beam and a roof rear cross beam. Holes are formed on the car roof for fixing a solar panel. A windshield (8) is arranged at a front side of the car. A glass (13) is assembled at the rear side of the car.    USE - Simplified car body for an all-terrain vehicle, four-wheel electric vehicle and an electric bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a simplified car body.    Canvas bags (3)    Canvas (4)    Windshield (8)    Glass (13)    Car side (14)
NOVELTY - The system has a power module connected to a microcontroller unit (MCU) module for providing 5 Volts power for the MCU module. A Controller area network (CAN) reception and transmission module and a RS232 reception and transmission module are communicated between a control system of a vehicle and the MCU module. An output port of the MCU module is connected to a relay control module for controlling a relay. The MCU module carries out detection data collection and analysis and control signal reception and transmission.    USE - Power battery pack management system for a mixed power vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system can improve collection accuracy and reliability of voltage, current and temperature and ensure stability of data transmission and reception and operational safety of battery pack in complex actual working condition of the vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The system adopts an optical coupling isolation technology that is applied to Controller area network (CAN) communication.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a power battery pack management system. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The device has a solar generating component arranged on a vehicle top (7) via a support structure (4), and a solar thermal collector (1) located at a top. A thermal end (22) and a cold end (21) of a differential temperature battery (2) change the heat of the solar thermal collector and radiating blades (3). The radiating blades are provided with a set of open grooves, where direction of the open groove is consilient to a moving direction of the vehicle. A heat conductor (5) is provided between the thermal end of the battery and a contact heat exchanging part of the collector.    USE - Vehicle solar generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The device improves the use efficiency of solar energy, and generates power at reduced cost. The device is simple in structure and convenient to manufacture and mount. The device is mounted at the top of the vehicle, thus shielding the vehicle in a better manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a vehicle solar generating device.    Solar thermal collector (1)    Differential temperature battery (2)    Radiating blades (3)    Support structure (4)    Heat conductor (5)    Vehicle top (7)    Cold end (21)    Thermal end (22)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of platinum powder catalyst involves dispersing support, injecting solution containing platinum nanoparticles, fixing the nanoparticles on the support, heating and drying.    USE - Manufacture of platinum powder catalyst used for exhaust gas purifying device and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides platinum powder catalyst high activity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the manufacture of platinum powder catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Cathode active material (I) comprises a mixed crystal comprising a first crystalline substance having lithium metal compound (A1)-(D1); and a second crystalline substance having metal compound (A2).    USE - (I) is useful in lithium ion secondary battery and rechargeable battery (all claimed), which is useful in various devices such as laptop computers, cameras, camcorders, personal digital assistants, cell phones, iPods and other portable electronic devices, in defense, automotive and aerospace applications.    ADVANTAGE - (I) enhances electrical properties of the battery. (I) provides the battery with superior electrical performance e.g. higher electrical conductivity, discharge capacity and discharge capacity maintenance or retention rate. The lithium ion secondary battery has high energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Cathode active material (I) comprises a mixed crystal comprising a first crystalline substance having lithium metal compound of formulae (LixM1y(XO4)z) (A1), (LiM1XO5) (B1), (LiM1XO6) (C1) and (LiM1X2O7) (D1); and a second crystalline substance having metal compound of formula (AaMbN1cOd) (A2).    x, z = 0-1;    y, z = 0-1.1;    M1 = Na, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Ti, V, Y, Mg, Ca, Nb or Zn;    X = P, S, As, Mo or W;    A, M, N1 = metals of IIA, IIIA, IVA, VA, IB, IIB, IIIB, IVB, VB, VIB, VIIB or VIII of the periodic table;    a, b, c = 0-6; and    d = 0-12.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a lithium ion secondary battery comprising a battery shell, electrodes and electrolyte with the electrodes and electrolyte being sealed within the battery shell, where the electrodes have wounded or stacked cathode, anode and divider film, and the cathode further comprises (I); and    (2) a rechargeable battery comprises an anode, an electrolyte and a cathode made from (I).
NOVELTY - The device has a solar board, storage battery and a connecting circuit. The solar board is installed on an automobile, and connected with the storage battery. A refrigerating unit is connected with the storage battery.    USE - Refrigerating device for solar automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the automobile can be reduced reliably, and the energy consumption of the refrigerating device can be decreased effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar automobile.
NOVELTY - A bimodal porous carbon structure comprising macropores and mesopores regularly aligned, a method for preparing the bimodal porous carbon structure, and catalyst for fuel cell using the bimodal porous carbon structure are provided.    USE - Bimodal porous carbon structure is used for a fuel cell catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A method for preparing a bimodal porous carbon structure(50) having uniform macropores(1) surrounded by mesoporous wall, three-dimensionally connected to one another and regularly aligned comprises: a step of mixing micro-sized monodispersed particles with a colloidal dispersion of meso-sized particles; a step of aligning meso-sized colloidal particles in pores of the macro-sized particles while aligning macro-sized particles by a self-assembling process; a step of forming a macroporous template(30) surrounded by a templated aggregate of meso-sized particles by removing the aligned macro-sized particles; a step of carbonizing the carbon precursor injected between the meso-sized particles after injecting a carbon precursor into voids between the meso-sized particles of the macroporous template; and a step of removing the meso-sized particles of the macroporous template.
NOVELTY - The device (10) has a transducer unit (34) and a capacitor module (22) that works together with the transducer unit. A housing comprises a capacitor chamber that receives capacitor cells (24), where the capacitor chamber is closed in a gas-tight manner. A sorption material is arranged in the capacitor chamber for withdrawing chemical substances from the capacitor cells and manufactured based on an organic polymer. The sorption material is integrated into a filling material, and the housing comprises a housing shell with volume that extends into the housing shell.    USE - Energy storage device for an electrical system of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The housing is provided with the capacitor chamber that receives capacitor cells and is closed in gas-tight manner, thus avoiding negative damage or danger for environment due to chemical substances withdrawn from the capacitor cells, and, hence providing an improved energy storage device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an energy storage device.    Energy storage device (10)    Battery (12)    Capacitor module (22)    Capacitor cells (24)    Transducer unit (34)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell cooling equipment (1) is provided with a deionization device (2) for the deionization of a coolant of a fuel cell (3), particularly a fuel cell stack in a vehicle. The fuel cell is arranged in a cooling circuit (10). The deionization device has electrodes in which direct current voltage is applied. A receiving stream is permanently passed to a surrounding area (29) of the fuel cell cooling equipment.    USE - Fuel cell cooling equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell cooling equipment is provided with a deionization device for the deionization of a coolant of a fuel cell, particularly a fuel cell stack in a vehicle, where the fuel cell is arranged in a cooling circuit, and thus provides compact and cost-effective fuel cell cooling equipment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for deionization of coolant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell cooling equipment with a deionization device.    Fuel cell cooling equipment (1)    Deionization device (2)    Fuel cell (3)    Cooling circuit (10)    Surrounding area (29)
NOVELTY - The analyzer has a spectrum analysis unit that calculates X-ray absorption edge energy of objective element such as transition metal element, to analyze the X-ray absorption spectrum by irradiating X-ray. A correction unit corrects X-ray absorption edge energy based on the peak energy of characteristic X-ray. A valence calculation unit calculates the valence of objective element after correcting standard sample and analysis sample.    USE - Valence analyzer for analyzing valence of transition metal element in positive electrode material of lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply in mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The exact valence of transition metal element is obtained efficiently, by evaluating various physical properties of positive electrode material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the valence analyzer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    X-ray tube (1)    Analyzing crystal (2)    Incident X-ray detector (4)    Fluorescent X-ray detector (6)    Slit (7)
NOVELTY - The cap assembly has a vent (73) that includes a protrusion (737) physically connected to a plate so as to be electrically connected to the electrode assembly. The vent has inner circular notch (734) and outer circular notch (736) extended around the protrusion. A cross notch (735) is extended outward from the circular notches so as to intersect inner and outer circular notches.    USE - Cap assembly for secondary battery (claimed) used in portable electric/electronic devices and high output products. Uses include but are not limited to electronic device such as cellular phone, notebook computer, camcorder and high output product such as hybrid automobile and electric powered tool.    ADVANTAGE - The vent can operate under the low battery pressure, since cross notch intersects inner circular notch and outer circular notch so that the safety of battery is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the plan view and cross-sectional view of the vent of cap assembly.    Vent (73)    Inner circular notch (734)    Cross notch (735)    Outer circular notch (736)    Protrusion (737)
NOVELTY - An electrode film contains active material having average particle diameter of 2-50 mu m, and conductive ion-containing inorganic particles having average particle diameter of 1 nm to 2 mu m. The active material is bound using inorganic particles.    USE - Electrode film is used for manufacturing electrode for electrical storage device (all claimed) used as battery for notebook personal computer, mobile telephone, electronic office equipment, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, fuel-cell vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode film has favorable film thickness and surface resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode;    (2) manufacture of electrode; and    (3) electrical storage device.
NOVELTY - This invention relates to a bipolar plate of fuel cell with a trivalent chromium passivated film, containing a substrate layer, a passivated film layer, and a barrier layer. The substrate layer is a bipolar plate of aluminum alloy. The passivated film is a passivated film of trivalent chromium with a thickness between 50 and 200 nanometers. That barrier layer is installed between the substrate layer and the passivated film for preventing the cracks inside the passivated film from penetrating into the substrate layer. Therefore, this invention includes the advantages of possessing excellent anti-corrosive property, meeting the eco-friendly requirements, and not being harmful to human bodies.
NOVELTY - This is the investigation about the composite bipolar plate of the fuel cell. Composite bipolar plate is based on the metal plate, which surface is composed of at least two function regions. One of the function regions has electrical insulation layer, the other has high electrical conductivity layer.
NOVELTY - The disclosed is a dipolar plate and method for manufacturing the same. A metal layer, a metal carbide layer, and a carbon layer are subsequently formed on a metal base. The formation of the layered structure is evaporation at room temperature without heating the metal base, thereby forming dense film surface. Because the metal base has thin thickness and high mechanism strength and the carbon layer has high anti-corrosion and excellent electric conductivity, the bipolar plate of the invention can be widely applied in high or low temperature fuel cells.
NOVELTY - The device has a fan (2) arranged within a shell (1), where a solar energy battery panel (9) is arranged at an outer side of the shell. An air discharging pipe (4) corresponding to an air discharging hole of the fan is arranged on the shell. Gripping bars (7) in an inserting fitting are provided with gripping slots of a car window glass. The gripping bars and the gripping slots are arranged fixedly at an upper end of a bending portion of the air discharging pipe and an upper end of the car window glass on a lateral side of the bending portion.    USE - On-vehicle solar energy cooling device for a car.    ADVANTAGE - The device is rational in structure and convenient to install, and has better air discharging effect. The device is not affected by rain and wind, and can be utilized for various kinds of cars.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an on-vehicle solar energy cooling device.    Shell (1)    Fan (2)    Air discharging pipe (4)    Gripping bars (7)    Solar energy battery panel (9)
NOVELTY - The device has a recording board, a power amplifier circuit and a power supply electrically connected to a shell of a warner. A power switch and a normally closed push button switch are connected to a power cord in series, where the normally closed push button switch is connected to an external part by a lead wire and mounted on a bottom plate for placing an accumulator. The shell of the warner is provided with the power switch. The warner is internally provided with the recording board.    USE - Burglarproof voice alarm device for an accumulator of an electric motorcar, a tractor and a motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The alarm device prevents a thief from stealing the accumulator of the electric motorcar, the tractor or the motorcycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a burglarproof voice alarm device.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack has a laminated structure (30) formed by stacking several unit cells (20) on the lamination direction between a pair of end plate (5) positioned at both ends of the lamination structure. A fastening board (7) and a reinforcement board (8) are fastened to the end plates, such that the fastening board is pressed against the sides extended in the lamination direction of laminated structure when reinforcement board presses the lamination structure.    USE - Fuel cell stack such as solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell stack used as motive power source for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The displacement of the fuel cell within a fuel cell stack by vibration during vehicle running is effectively suppressed, as the fastening board is pressed against the sides extended in the lamination direction of the laminated structure when a reinforcement board presses the lamination structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the fuel cell stack.    End plates (5)    Fastening board (7)    Reinforcement board (8)    Unit cells (20)    Laminated structure (30)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell separator is obtained by press-molding preformed material (14) obtained in plate shape using a molding die (15). The preformed material has a laminated structure obtained by interposing a sheet (14B) between pair of sheets (14A). The sheet (14B) is formed using thermoplastic resin. The sheet (14A) is obtained by sheet-forming raw material obtained by adding fiber filler to expanded graphite.    USE - Fuel cell separator is used for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell separator has lightweight, and improved mechanical strength, flexibility, moldability, electroconductivity, recyclability and gas impermeable property, and is manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fuel cell separator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating manufacture of separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Preformed material (14)    Sheets (14A,14B)    Molding die (15)    Secondary forming process (S2)    Hot press process (j)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (200) has a molding unit (224) comprising molding chamber (240) for molding the resin frame with respect to the outer periphery edge portion of electrode laminated structure (24) clamped by anode contact portion (211) and cathode contact portion (221). A protrusion portion (227) is provided in molding unit, to control the flow of resin material discharged towards gas diffusion layer of one electrode among anode and cathode electrodes in a state permeating through outer periphery edge portion of laminated structure.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing membrane electrode assembly (MEA) of fuel cell such as solid polymer type fuel cell used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lack of joint strength of electrode laminated structure is prevented efficiently, as the resin material flows towards gas diffusion layer of electrode in a state permeating through outer periphery edge portion of laminated structure of electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic view and sectional view of the MEA manufacturing apparatus.    Laminated structure (24)    MEA manufacturing apparatus (200)    Anode contact portion (211)    Cathode contact portion (212)    Molding unit (224)    Protrusion portion (227)    Molding chamber (240)
NOVELTY - An electrode material contains titanium oxide and/or elemental substitution product of titanium oxide. The electrode material has half-power bandwidth (FWHMa) of diffraction peak (a) of 0.6 or more exist at diffraction angle (2( theta )) of 22-27 degrees , measured based on powder X-ray diffraction measurement using copper-K( alpha )1 radiation. The ratio of half-power bandwidth (FWHMb) of diffraction peak (b) exist at diffraction angle (2( theta )) of 43.5 degrees with respect to half-power bandwidth (FWHMa) is 1 or less.    USE - Electrode material is used as electrode active material for electrode for non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (all claimed) for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery using electrode material has high discharge capacity, cycling characteristics, stability and efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode; and    (2) non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.
NOVELTY - A voltmeter (120) measures the electromotive voltages of electric power generation units (110) of fuel cell (100). The pressure-loss of power generation units is measured. The judgment values for the voltages and pressure-loss values of power generation units are stored in memory unit (210). The judgment values are compared with measured voltages and pressure-loss values of the power generation units to determine the deterioration portion of power generation units. The comparison result is displayed in display unit (300).    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of the gas diffusion layer or membrane electrode assembly of the electric power generation unit of the fuel cell can be detected efficiently with sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (100)    Electric power generation units (110)    Voltmeter (120)    Memory unit (210)    Display unit (300)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery (10) has positive electrode (13) consisting of positive electrode active material (12) containing lithium-iron phosphate compound which can occlude and discharge lithium, negative electrode (18) consisting of negative electrode active material (17) containing carbonaceous material and oxide which can occlude and discharge lithium, and ion conductive medium which conducts lithium ion provided between positive electrode and negative electrode. The content of oxide with respect to carbonaceous material is 1-30 weight%.    USE - Lithium secondary battery is used for personal computer, mobile telephone, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has excellent cycle characteristics and output characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the lithium secondary battery.    Lithium secondary battery (10)    Positive electrode active material (12)    Positive electrode (13)    Negative electrode active material (17)    Negative electrode (18)
NOVELTY - The battery pack has protrusions (11A-11C) formed in battery modules (10A-10C) of cube shape, which are secured to recesses (20A-20C) formed in a holder (20), for holding the battery module. The case of the battery module is integrally molded using resin. The width of broad region of the protrusion is narrower than the width of the battery module.    USE - Battery pack used in battery apparatus for vehicle such as hybrid electric vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The size of the battery pack can be reduced, since the battery module and holder can be fixed without using a fastening screw, by using a simple arrangement. The reliability of the battery pack can be improved, since stress generated in the battery module can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery pack.    Battery modules (10A-10C)    Protrusions (11A-11C)    Battery cells (12A-12C)    Holder (20)    Recesses (20A-20C)
NOVELTY - The electrolytic membrane (22) has internal film (23) containing proton-conductive electrolyte such as hydrocarbon type electrolyte, solid-acid electrolyte or inorganic polymer electrolyte. The internal film is covered by external film (24) containing a proton-conductive electrolyte which is different from proton-conductive electrolyte of internal film.    USE - Electrolytic membrane for membrane electrode assembly used in fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) mounted in vehicle (all claimed) such as electric vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - A highly reliable electrolytic membrane can be provided. The machine tolerance of the electrolytic membrane can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) membrane electrode assembly;    (2) fuel cell; and    (3) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show schematic and top views of the electrolytic membrane.    Electrolytic membrane (22)    Internal film (23)    External film (24)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has fuel gas flow channels (30A,30B) which are formed on the surface of the separator (20). The fuel gas flow channel (30A) is equipped with inlet port (32A) which is connected with fuel gas supply manifold (50). The exit portion (34A) of fuel gas flow channel (30A), is connected with fuel gas discharge manifold (52). A rubber-made valve (36) provided near the exit portion of fuel gas flow channel (30A), is configured to adjust the fuel gas flow volume towards the exit portion according to the increase or decrease in the fuel gas flow rate.    USE - Fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell mounted in vehicle. Can also be used in solid oxide fuel cell, and phosphoric acid fuel cell mounted in vessel, aircraft, and industrial machine.    ADVANTAGE - The flooding of fuel gas at the exit portion of fuel gas flow channel at time of low load, can be prevented. Thus, the pressure loss of the fuel cell can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show explanatory views of the separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Separator (20)    Fuel gas flow channels (30A,30B)    Inlet port (32A)    Exit portion (34A)    Rubber-made valve (36)    Fuel gas supply manifold (50)    Fuel gas discharge manifold (52)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell has fuel cell main component (1) in which fuel and oxidizing agent are supplied to generate electric power, gas-liquid separator (3) which separates moisture content as drain water from fuel waste gas discharged from main component, combustor (5) which combust fuel waste gas discharged from gas-liquid separator, and drain water retention portion (12) which stores drain water separated from gas-liquid separator. Fuel cell recycles fuel waste and drain water without releasing to exterior. Drain water and gas which coexist in drain water retention portion are induced to combustor.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell used for motor vehicles, spacecraft device and diving machine e.g. submarine boat.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has simplified apparatus structure and improved performance. The drain water can be recycled and fuel density of gas does not increase in the drain water retention portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operating method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the closed-type fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell main component (1)    Gas-liquid separator (3,7)    Combustor (5)    Drain water retention portion (12)    Humidifier (16,18)
NOVELTY - The box has an inner box with an outer surface provided with a sealing plate made of insulating material. The inner box is provided with an air outlet end and air inlet end that is provided with an air filter element. The air outlet end is provided with a turbo type fan. A side face of the inner box is provided with an inner box double lock. An outer box is provided with an outer box double lock corresponding to the inner box double lock. The outer box and the inner box are connected through the locks.    USE - Power battery box for use in an electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The battery box has functions of ventilation, dust prevention, insulation and vibration isolation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a power battery box.
NOVELTY - The connecting piece has two electric conductors connected with an output terminal of a battery module, and an intermediate buffer structure i.e. metal wire braided body, connected with the electric conductors. The electric conductors are formed with grooves, and the metal wire braided body comprises multiple layers of metal wires. A metal wire crossing angle of the metal wire braided body is greater than 90 degrees and less than 180 degrees. The metal wire braided body is formed as an arch, a straight sheet or a wave curve.    USE - Battery modules connecting piece for a battery system (claimed) of an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The connecting piece effectively improves the connection reliability of the battery modules.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a battery system comprising battery modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery modules connecting piece.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a planar printed circuit board (14) supported on a battery module over a case (30) of a battery cell (12A). The board includes a notched circular opening (28) in alignment with a temperature sensing location. A compressible member is compressed between a socket e.g. neo-wedge-base lamp socket (16a), and the case to resiliently retain a radial leaded thermistor in thermal proximity to the location. Conductors electrically couple a thermistor element e.g. radial thermistor, to terminals (20) formed in the socket, and are coupled to electrical contacts surrounding the opening.    USE - Cell temperature sensing apparatus for a battery module i.e. multi-cell lithium-ion battery module, for high-power automotive.    ADVANTAGE - The cell temperature sensing apparatus ensures reliable thermal coupling between the thermistor and the battery cell case. The temperature-sensing units ensure mechanical contact between the units and the battery cell case for reliable cell temperature sensing. The mechanical retention of the temperature-sensing unit to the circuit board is ensured. The problems associated with handling, routing and soldering thermistor leads are eliminated, and the temperature-sensing units are quickly and easily installed by simple insert-and-twist motion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded isometric view of a multi-cell battery module including co-packaged and interconnected battery cells, a printed circuit board for battery cell voltage and temperature monitoring, and thermistor-based temperature-sensing units that are received in openings formed in a printed circuit board.    Battery cells (12A-12L)    Planar printed circuit board (14)    Neo-wedge-base lamp sockets (16a, 18a)    Terminal (20)    Notched circular opening (28)    Case (30)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a cradle member including an array of energy storage cell body support structures for supporting an end portion and providing access to a terminal of a set of energy storage cells, respectively. Another cradle member includes another array of energy storage cell body support structures for supporting another end portion of the former energy storage cells, respectively. A mechanical couple connects the cradle members to each other. Each of the arrays of the energy storage cell body support structures secures respective end portions in axes that are orthogonal to each other.    USE - Apparatus for securing a set of energy storage cells in an ultracapacitor energy storage system of a hybrid electric vehicle i.e. metropolitan transit bus.    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage cells are cooled efficiently to provide higher performance by cooling a set of terminals axially, thus enabling better energy storage for hybrid-electric propulsion applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for supporting a set of energy storage cells in a hybrid electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of an ultracapacitor energy storage cell pack of an ultracapacitor pack system.    Ultracapacitor energy storage cell packs (110)    Ultracapacitor energy storage cell pack assembly (140)    Cradle assembly (160)    Terminal heat sinks (170)    Housing (180)
NOVELTY - The battery (44) has an outer casing (48) holding a set of battery cells (46), and fire and heat resistant mesh (50) partially surrounding the cells. A pressure relief feature (52) e.g. one-way pressure relief valve, is associated with the casing, and permits gas emitted by the cells to be passed through the casing when pressure in the casing exceeds a threshold level. A thermal barrier such as ceramic plate, is arranged between the adjacent cells. An exhaust conduit receives the gas from the casing.    USE - Battery i.e. lithium-ion battery, for use in a motor vehicle, computer (all claimed) e.g. laptop computer/notebook computer, personal digital assistant, and cellular phone.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure relief feature permits the gas to be passed through the casing when the pressure in the casing exceeds the threshold level, thus preventing over pressurization of the casing caused due to the gas emitted by the exploding cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for enabling a battery casing to contain pieces of an exploding battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic top view of a battery with a preventative mesh and pressure relief feature.    Battery (44)    Battery cell (46)    Outer casing (48)    Fire and heat resistant mesh (50)    Pressure relief features (52)
NOVELTY - The frame (300) includes a front end (310) located adjacent to a front wheel (12) of vehicle (10), and a rear end (312) located adjacent to rear wheel (14). A lattice structure extended between the front and rear ends, has a primary portion including several battery pack mounts that secure an initial subset of battery packs arranged in two layers. A secondary portion has battery pack mounts that secure another subset of battery packs arranged in a single layer. The lattice structure defines a truss that mechanically couples the front wheel to the rear wheel.    USE - Frame for ride-on vehicle e.g. motorcycle, for securing battery packs (both claimed). Can also be used in all-terrain vehicle and scooter.    ADVANTAGE - Since several battery packs are secured to the frame of ride-on vehicle, the performance of the ride-on vehicle is optimized. The necessary structural support for the ride-on vehicle can be obtained without increasing the weight of the ride-on vehicle. The frame is configured efficiently so as to receive local loading conditions during use of the vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power source for ride-on vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the ride-on vehicle.    Ride-on vehicle (10)    Front wheel (12)    Rear wheel (14)    Frame (300)    Front end (310)    Rear end (312)
NOVELTY - A process for separating at least one gas or liquid from mixture of gases or liquids involves providing polybenzoxazole-based mixed matrix membrane that is permeable to at least one of the gases or liquids; contacting mixture of gases or liquids to one side of polybenzoxazole-based mixed matrix membrane to cause at least one of the gases or liquids to permeate polybenzoxazole-based mixed matrix membrane; and removing from opposite side of matrix membrane, a permeate gas or liquid composition comprising a portion of the at least one gas or liquid that permeated the membrane.    USE - For separating at least one gas or liquid from mixture of gases or liquids (claimed); in other applications such as for catalysis and fuel cell applications; and for concentrating olefin in paraffin/olefin stream for olefin cracking application.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane used in the method exhibits high thermal stability, higher selectivity than the neat membrane and much higher permeability than traditional mixed matrix membrane. The membrane used in the method exhibits excellent proton conducting property, high water adsorption capacity and high chemical and thermal stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a process of separating liquid mixtures by pervaporation involving contacting a polybenzoxazole-based mixed matrix membrane with a liquid mixture comprising water and at least one organic compound.
NOVELTY - The device has a positive electrode (110) and a negative electrode (120) for storing electrical energy, and a positive electrode current terminal and a negative electrode current terminal connected to the respective positive electrode and the negative electrode to provide current to the positive electrode and the negative electrode. A positive electrode voltage terminal and a negative electrode voltage terminal are connected to the positive electrode and the negative electrode to detect voltage between the positive electrode and the negative electrode.    USE - High power electric energy storage device such as capacitor such as electric double layer capacitor, aluminum electrolytic capacitor, and film capacitor, and secondary battery such as nickel-hydrogen electric battery, nickel cadmium battery, lithium ion battery, and fuel cell, for an industry device, an electromobile and a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device controls charging or discharging operation by using the voltage detected between the positive electrode and the negative electrode as control voltage, so that the high electric current characteristics and the charging and discharging capacity of the device can be improved. The device avoids the utilization of a voltage dropping element, thus exactly measuring the voltage between the positive electrode and the negative electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a unit cell of a high power electric energy storage device.    Positive electrode (110)    Negative electrode (120)    Separator (130)    Electrolyte (180)    Case (190)
NOVELTY - Producing an activated carbon material within a reaction chamber (1) comprises causing relative movement between a carbon-containing substrate and an electric arc in a gap between two electrodes (2) or adjacent or past an electrode so that an electric arc exists between the electrode and the substrate to heat the substrate to a substrate surface temperature effective to activate the carbon-containing substrate and above 3750K, in which the arc has a sufficient voltage and/or current ripple to activate the substrate substantially without causing nanotubes.    USE - The activated carbon material is useful in high surface area electrodes for super capacitors, battery, and fuel cell (claimed). The activated carbon material is useful as an adsorbent of e.g. volatile organic compounds.    ADVANTAGE - The activated material has high adsorbency, and increased capacitance and conductivity (similar to polycrystalline graphite).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) activated carbon material formed by the method; and    (2) a super capacitor or battery or fuel cell comprising one or more high surface area electrodes comprising the activated carbon material produced by the method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematically illustrates one form of reactor for the continuous or semi-continuous activation of a carbon substrate.    Reactor chamber (1)    Electrode (2, 3)    Motor driven electrode-feeding mechanism (4)    Cooling system (5)    Cylindrical carbon anode support. (6)
NOVELTY - The construction has a handle (23) for lifting and placing a battery module (20) on a base (10) when the handle is in gripping position. Multiple electrode terminals (11) are provided on the base, and a fixing structure (12) is arranged with a pressing portion (125). A catching member (233) is rotated to the pressing portion of the fixing structure to fix the battery module on the base when handle is rotated to the withdrawal position. An electrical connection is provided between an electrode (22) of the battery module and the electrode terminal of the base.    USE - Battery construction for a battery module of an electric device e.g. electric motorcycle, to supply power. Can also be used for electric bicycle, hybrid electric vehicle such as hybrid electric automobile, and medium-and-large-sized electric device.    ADVANTAGE - The catching member is moved to press against the pressing portion, such that the battery module is fixed to the base, when the handle is rotated to withdrawal position, thus ensuring steady electrical connection relationship between electrode and electrode terminal. The handle lifts and moves the battery to facilitate disassembly and assembly during exchanging of battery construction. The fixing process and the electrical connection of battery module are provided at the same time, thus achieving easy assembly of battery structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structural view of a rapid exchange battery construction.    Base (10)    Electrode terminals (11)    Fixing structure (12)    Base (20)    Electrode (22)    Handle (23)    Pressing portion (125)    Catching member (233)
NOVELTY - The system has a set of battery modules electrically connected in series and in parallel. A set of sensors is provided to each of the modules. A set of power conversion devices is provided to the each of the modules and obtains a power inputted and outputted to and from the each of the modules based upon voltage and current obtained from output signals of the sensors. A master battery control device obtains a total power inputted and outputted to and from the all of the modules and outputs information of the total power if a fault of a sensor is occurred.    USE - Battery storage system for a large sized hybrid vehicle such as public vehicle e.g. hybrid bus, and cargo vehicle such as hybrid truck. Can also be used for a railroad vehicle and hybrid train.    ADVANTAGE - The master battery control device reduces the total power according to a degree of fault of the sensor, a number of sensors that have been determined as being faulty and a type of the sensor that has been determined as being faulty, thus enhancing the security and the reliability of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart illustrating steps of a fault diagnosis operation for a battery storage system mounted as a drive power supply.
NOVELTY - An electrically conductive plate comprises a plate body having a channel-defining surface; an electrically conductive hydrophilic layer disposed over at least a portion of the surface of the plate body, the layer comprising: residues of a silane coupling agent; and electrically conductive hydrophilic carbon.    USE - For incorporation into a fuel cell (claimed) or in fuel cell applications.    ADVANTAGE - The electrically conductive plate produces coatings having excellent mechanical properties with enhanced electrical conductivity and hydrophilicity.
NOVELTY - The method involves electrically connecting a battery i.e. low voltage battery, to an ultracapacitor-based propulsion energy storage pack (120). The storage pack is charged with the battery to a predetermined level based on powering an air delivery compressor. The battery is disconnected from the storage pack. The storage pack is electrically connected to the compressor. The compressor is operated using charge from the pack to provide a predetermined quantity of compressed air to a fuel cell (110), where the fuel cell is caused to generate electricity.    USE - Method for starting a fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle (claimed) i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows reduction in complexity, parts count and cost required for driving the hybrid electric vehicle, and enables prevention of inverter losses when powering the compressor. The method allows an increase in lifetime of the battery, by electrically coupling a load between the battery and an ultracapacitor to limit the current leaving the battery if the ultracapacitor is discharged below a voltage of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle comprising a system controller.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell hybrid-electric drive system.    Fuel cell hybrid vehicle drive system (100)    Fuel cell (110)    Ultracapacitor-based propulsion energy storage pack (120)    Drive wheel propulsion assembly (130)    Direct current bus (150)
NOVELTY - The car has a square shaped solar panel arranged on a roof in parallel way to receive heat energy of sunlight.    USE - Solar car.    ADVANTAGE - The car utilizes the heat energy of sunlight to receive power, and the solar panel arranged on the car roof converts the heat energy of sunlight into electrical energy to supply power to the car continuously. The car saves crude oil resource to a large extent. The car environmental friendly, and prevents generation of harmful gas. The car is low in cost, and has wide range of application.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar car.
NOVELTY - The car has a body, a front bridge, a rear bridge, a redirector, a braking system and an electric system, where a solar panel is arranged on the body. The solar panel is connected with an accumulator jar that is connected with the braking system. A solar switch button is installed on the body for controlling the solar panel.    USE - Solar battery car.    ADVANTAGE - The car converts solar energy into electric energy by the solar panel, and stores the electric energy in the accumulator jar so as to save energy and reduce environmental pollution. The car can be ridden continuously by utilizing the solar panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a solar battery car.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The meter has a LCD screen, a double type speedometer and multiple LEDs, where the speedometer is used for displaying speed of a car. The LCD screen is used to display voltage, current and electric energy. The LEDs are used to display an error state. A controller area network (CAN) bus terminal of a digital information processor is operated through CAN bus communication to a CAN receiving and sending device of a battery management system, an electric motor control system, a charger control system and a power-driven power-assisted steering system.    USE - Combination meter for a pure electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The meter can simplify the arrangement of wire, reduce the number of sensors and avoid the repetition of control function. The meter improves the reliability and maintainability of the system, reduces the cost, and matches and coordinates each control system better.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a combination meter.
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery has positive electrode (1), negative electrode (2), non-aqueous electrolyte (5) containing lithium salt and separator (3) between positive electrode and negative electrode. The positive electrode having thickness of 3 mm contains 210 mg/cm2 of positive electrode active material. The negative electrode having thickness of 1.5 mm contains 95 mg/cm2 of negative electrode active material.    USE - Lithium secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to motor vehicle, electric motor, motor, lighting fixture, toy, game machine, clock, electronic flash, camera, medical device e.g. pacemaker, hearing aid and shoulder massage machine, and electronic devices e.g. notebook personal computer, sub-notebook personal computer, pen input personal computer, pocket (palm top) personal computer, notebook-type word processor, pocket word processor, electronic book player, mobile telephone, cordless phone cordless handset, hand-held terminal, portable facsimile, portable copier, portable printer, electronic notebook, calculator, memory card, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has excellent discharge performance in heavy current, reduced deterioration of charging/discharging cycle and is economical.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the lithium secondary battery.    Positive electrode (1)    Negative electrode (2)    Separator (3)    Battery case (4)    Electrolyte solution (5)
NOVELTY - An electrode comprises electrode material containing activated charcoal (I) having Brunauer Emmett Teller specific surface area of 50-1800 m2/g, activated charcoal (II) having Brunauer Emmett Teller specific surface area of 1800-5000 m2/g, and binder. The sum total content of the activated charcoal (I, II) is 80-95 wt.%. The binder is polymer which does not contain fluorine, preferably acrylate type polymer or diene polymer.    USE - Electrode for electrical double layer capacitor. Can also be used for lithium ion secondary battery and lithium ion capacitor used for mobile telephones, notebook type personal computers and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode produces electrical double layer capacitor having increased electrostatic capacitance per unit volume of the capacitor, and reduced internal resistance.
NOVELTY - An electronic control unit (ECU) (30) stops electric power supply from charging device (10,12,240,250) to electrical storage apparatuses (BA,BB1,BB2) of charging object while controlling charging device, when discontinuation conditions for interrupting charging process are satisfied. The ECU completes switching of connection between electrical storage apparatus of charging object and charging device by setting main and auxiliary connectors (72,74,76) to non-conduction state and conduction state respectively.    USE - Electric power system of vehicle (claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The charging process can be restarted smoothly even if the charging process is interrupted while switching the electrical storage apparatus of charging object.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the converters and connectors. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Charging device (10,12,240,250)    ECU (30)    Main connector (72)    Auxiliary connectors (74,76)    Electrical storage apparatuses (BA,BB1,BB2)
NOVELTY - The method involves computing the difference signal by calculating the command values of auxiliary current flowing through the chopper circuit. The gate signal is produced by pulse width modulation (PWM) control unit (38), based on the computed difference signal. The command values of auxiliary current, difference signal and gate signal of the chopper circuit are adjusted when the capacitor voltage is less than the rated voltage. The gain is calculated from capacitor open circuit voltage, rated voltage and battery voltage.    USE - Method for controlling direct current (DC) power supply unit connected to battery installed in vehicle (both claimed) such as forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The command values of auxiliary current, difference signal and gate signal of the chopper circuit are adjusted when the capacitor voltage is less than the rated voltage. Hence the sudden change in amount of current flowing through the battery connected with DC power supply unit during charging/discharging stop process of capacitor can be prevented reliably. The durability of the battery connected in parallel with respect to the DC power supply unit can be improved reliably. The loss of DC power supply unit, by internal resistance value can be suppressed reliably. The need for providing current sensor for detecting the current flowing through the capacitor can be avoided, so that the overall cost of the DC power supply unit is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram explaining the process for controlling chopper circuit of DC power supply unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Differential unit (1)    Gate signal creation unit (3)    Gain calculation unit (4)    Determination unit (31)    PWM control unit (38)
NOVELTY - The measurement units measure the output voltage and electric power value of fuel cell. A generation unit generates output current command value from electric power command value and measured output voltage. A calculation unit (310a) calculates correction amount of current command value, based on difference between electric power command and measured electric power values. An addition unit adds correction amount to generated output current command value. A control unit (340) controls duty ratio set to converter, based on corrected output current command value.    USE - Converter control apparatus for fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in motor vehicle, electric vehicle, airplane, vessel and robot.    ADVANTAGE - The output of the fuel cell can be controlled by controlling the duty ratio of the converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the control apparatus.    Electric power input unit (210)    Voltage input unit (220)    Voltage limit setting unit (230b)    Calculation unit (310a)    Control unit (340)
NOVELTY - An air semiconductor battery has an air electrode with air electrode layer (4) of electroconductive material and an air electrode collector (5) of a carbon material and which current-collects the air electrode layer, a negative electrode with a negative electrode layer (3) of negative electrode active material and a negative electrode collector (2) which current-collects the negative electrode layer, and a nonaqueous electrolyte (7) for metal-ion conduction between air electrode layer and negative electrode layer. The nonaqueous electrolyte contains a sulfoimide salt.    USE - Air semiconductor battery is used for power supply for vehicles and household appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The air semiconductor battery has excellent cycling characteristics and low charging voltage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the air semiconductor battery.    Negative electrode collector (2)    Negative electrode layer (3)    Air electrode layer (4)    Air electrode collector (5)    Nonaqueous electrolyte (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves pressing rod-shaped tool (21) with respect to plate material (1). The clamps (17) are fixed along the periphery of the plate material. A recessed portion (20a) is formed on upper surface of the plate material, such that space is formed between the plate material and the die (20). The rod-shaped tool is displaced in vertical direction with respect to the plate material, such that several grooves are formed in the plate material.    USE - Method for sequentially molding plate material such as separator for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Several grooves can be formed simultaneously and quickly in the plate material by displacing the rod-shaped tool in vertical direction with respect to material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for sequential molding equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the molding equipment.    Plate material (1)    Clamps (17)    Die (20)    Recessed portion (20a)    Rod-shaped tool (21)
NOVELTY - A microporous carbonaceous material includes nitrogen in carbon structure, and micropore with three-dimensional long-period superlattice structure. The Brunauer-Emmett-Teller surface area of the microporous carbonaceous material is 1500 m2/g or more. The ratio of the nitrogen and carbon is 0.07 or more.    USE - Microporous carbonaceous material is used for absorbent for storing hydrogen (both claimed) used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The microporous carbonaceous material has excellent gas adsorbing property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of microporous carbonaceous material, which involves introducing nitrogen-containing organic compound into the surface of the porous material and inside of hole, heating, carbonizing the nitrogen-containing organic compound, carrying out vapor phase carbonization of the organic compound to the surface of the porous material and inside of hole, and removing the porous material;    (2) absorbent, which has microporous carbonaceous material; and    (3) hydrogen storing method, which involves occluding-discharging hydrogen at -40 degrees C using absorbent.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a battery fixing structure for a people carrying vehicle, which essentially consists of a main vehicle body and a battery. The main vehicle body is concaved with a battery holder on the bottom surface thereof. The battery holder is fitted with a battery, and a fixing device on the bottom of the front side thereof. The fixing device is engaged fixedly on the battery, and a sliding rail is formed on two sides of the battery holder, respectively. Each rail is fitted with a safe lock and each lock is provided with an inserting pin. The battery is formed with safe holes separately on both sides thereof. The inserting pins can be inserted into safe holes, respectively. Accordingly, it is convenient for users to simply exchange one battery with sufficient power for continuing to drive and no further waiting while the original battery gets insufficient power.
NOVELTY - The present invention relates to a fuel cell system and a heat modulating system thereof. When the fuel cell system is initialized, fuel reaction proceeds in the reforming module to produce heat. The heat is transported to a heat media via a heat exchanging device. Therefore, the heat of the reforming module is recycled. After that, the heat media circulates between the heat exchanging device and a fuel cell stack. The heat carried by the heat media is further transported to the fuel cell stack. The heat of the reforming module is used to pre-heat the fuel cell stack. Hence, the temperature of the fuel cell stack is raised to the operation temperature without consuming extra electricity.
NOVELTY - The invention is a composite power generator system, which contains: a solar energy module capable of providing electrical energy (PS), a wind energy module capable of providing electrical energy (PW), a fuel cell module capable of providing electrical energy (PF), a charging and conversion module, a storage module, a energy switch module capable of directing the flow of the electrical energy (PF) output by the fuel cell module, a discharging and conversion module capable of regulating the electrical energy in the storage module or the fuel cell module into electrical energy (PL) and then output to a load, and a management module capable of monitoring a number of parameters of the electrical energy output by individual module so as to determine distribution and flow of power. In addition, the invention also teaches a composite power generating method.
NOVELTY - The system has stack (3) for generating electricity, actuator (5) for switching flow path of gas or water, and AC/DC converter (1) for converting AC voltage of system power supply (6) into DC voltage lower than minimum voltage of stack. Power supply change unit (4a) having diode at AC/DC converter side, switches electric power feeding to actuator to either the output side of AC/DC converter or output side of stack. Stack disconnection unit (2) turns OFF the connection between stack and power supply change unit, during electric power generation stop state.    USE - Fuel cell power generating system.    ADVANTAGE - A less expensive fuel cell power generating system having improved operational stability property can be provided. The number of components of the fuel cell power generating system can be reduced so that the structure of the fuel cell power generating system can be simplified. The electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell power generating system can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell power generating system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    AC/DC converter (1)    Stack disconnection unit (2)    Stack (3)    Power supply change unit (4a)    Actuator (5)    System power supply (6)
NOVELTY - A voltage sensor (41) detects voltage of a fuel cell stack (1). A current sensor (42) detects electric current of the fuel cell stack. A control unit (40) controls the output of the fuel cell stack based on the required output of the fuel cell stack according to the control parameter. The control unit discharges liquid from fuel cell stack, after transitioning the voltage of fuel cell stack corresponding to reference voltage when electric current of the fuel cell stack is changed according to the increase in required output of the fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid from fuel cell stack is discharged after transitioning stack voltage corresponding to reference voltage if electric current is changed based on increase in required output of fuel cell stack such that overflow of the liquid from fuel cell stack is prevented and the voltage drop of the fuel cell due to overflow of liquid is suppressed.    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 stack (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Control unit (40)    Voltage sensor (41)    Current sensor (42)
NOVELTY - Silica fine powder (25) is added to dilute sulfuric acid (22) and a gel electrolyte solution is prepared by stirring using a planetary type stirrer (27). The gel electrolyte solution is filled in the upper portion of an electrode group of the lead acid battery via a tube (31) inserted in the safety valve pipe (17) using a roller type pump (29b) after measurement of the gel electrolyte solution.    USE - Manufacturing method of the controlling valve type mono block type lead acid battery used in motor vehicle such as electric vehicle, and in uninterruptible power system (UPS), etc.    ADVANTAGE - The dilute sulfuric acid electrolyte solution is prevented from crawling-up from the clearance gap between the battery case partition and the protrusion for welding, thus ensuring reliable and prolonged operation of the controlling valve type mono block type lead acid battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view showing the manufacturing method of the controlling valve type mono block type lead acid battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Safety valve pipe (17)    Dilute sulfuric acid (22)    Silica fine powder (25)    Stirrer (27)    Roller type pump (29b)    Tube (31)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has air duct (40) in a battery box (21) that sprays cooling air on battery pack (22) accommodated in the battery box. The air duct is located along the horizontal direction with respect to the battery pack and is provided with thermal-insulation property. A cold wind inflow port is formed in the air duct facing the folding end surface of the battery box and the cold wind discharge port is located facing the battery pack. The thermal resistance of air duct is larger than that of battery box.    USE - Automotive battery cooling system for cooling battery mounted in e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The air duct with thermal-insulation property is located along horizontal direction with respect to battery pack such that the heat of the battery pack is absorbed by the cooling air and the increase in temperature of the cooling air is prevented and the cooling efficiency of the battery pack is increased. The temperature difference between battery packs is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the automotive battery cooling system.    Automotive battery cooling system (10)    Battery section (20)    Battery box (21)    Battery pack (22)    Air duct (40)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a valve that discharges water from water storage tank. An electrostatic capacitance type water level sensor detects water level in water storage tank, during operation and non-operation of fuel cell system. A control unit computes difference between the detected water level values. The control unit controls opening and closing of the valve based on the computed difference value.    USE - Waste-water storage apparatus for fuel cell system (claimed) of fuel cell vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The discharge process of the water can be controlled by controlling the opening and closing of the valve irrespective of the freezing state of the water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the process of controlling opening and closing of valve. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A supply piping (201) has branch piping (10,20) mutually branched in parallel. A dew point hygrometer (13) detects the dew point temperature of measurement object gas in branch piping (10). The branch piping (20) bypasses the measurement object gas from the branch piping (10).    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The volume of gas supplied to the dew point hygrometer can be appropriately controlled and the deterioration of the dew point hygrometer can be suppressed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) starting method of fuel cell system; and    (2) stop method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the dew point hygrometer measuring section.    Branch piping (10,20)    Dew point hygrometer (13)    Pressure gauge (14)    Flowmeter (15)    Supply piping (201)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has a dilution device (32) that is operated to mix hydrogen discharged from a fuel cell stack (10) and cathode off gas introduced through piping. An electronic control unit (ECU) (60) determines whether an idle stop condition of vehicle is permitted based on concentration of hydrogen in the dilution device. The ECU controls operation of a compressor (31) which supplies air containing oxygen to the cathode flow path at predetermined timing, when idle stop condition of the vehicle is permitted.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled motor vehicle, train and vessel.    ADVANTAGE - Operation of compressor which supplies air containing oxygen to cathode flow path can be controlled at predetermined timing even when idle stop condition of vehicle is permitted. Hence, discomfort of the driver at the time of performing idle stop condition of vehicle can be relieved.    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)    Compressor (31)    Dilution device (32)    Electronic control unit (60)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (3) has separator that is arranged on both surfaces of a membrane electrode assembly of the fuel cell (300). The catalyst layer and the gas diffusion layer are formed in membrane electrode assembly. The liquid in the fuel cell is controlled and the liquid in the fuel cell is discharged out of fuel cell when load of fuel cell is reduced and the electric power generation amount of fuel cell is decreased at the time of driving the fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The liquid in fuel cell is discharged when load of fuel cell is reduced and electric power generation amount of fuel cell is decreased at the time of driving of fuel cell such that the corrosion of the separator containing metal, due to liquid in fuel cell is prevented. Hence the cost of the fuel cell is reduced and reliability of the fuel cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (3)    Fuel cell (300)    Voltmeter (341)    Ammeter (342)    Control unit (350)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has direct current (DC)-DC converter (3) that is arranged between fuel cell (2) and battery (4) to generates electric power according to electrochemical reaction of reactive and fuel gases received by fuel cell. A DC-DC converter (5) is arranged between battery and traction motor (7) which consumes electric power from fuel cell and battery. A control unit (8) is provided to control the input voltage of traction motor so that the output voltage of motor is made larger than output voltages of fuel cell and battery.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the output voltage of motor is made larger than output voltages of fuel cell and battery, the output voltage of fuel cell can be maintained below output voltage of motor. Thus, the generation of surplus electric power can be suppressed effectively.    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)    DC-DC converters (3,5)    Battery (4)    Traction motor (7)    Control unit (8)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has hydrogen supply piping (L1) through which hydrogen is supplied to a fuel cell stack (2) and circulated through a circulation pump (5). A liquid water storage unit (4) stores liquid water, which is provided in the flow path of the circulation pump. An electronic control unit (ECU) (13) reduces drain tolerance per unit time of drain valve (6) to discharge liquid water from the storage unit according to increase in electric power generation of load.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the drain tolerance of drain valve is reduced according to increase in electric power generation of load, liquid water can be discharged without rising hydrogen density in the downstream of drain valve.    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 stack (2)    Liquid water storage unit (4)    Circulation pump (5)    Drain valve (6)    ECU (13)    Hydrogen supply piping (L1)
NOVELTY - The collector (14) of the electrode (10) is placed in a process chamber, and the gas pressure in the chamber is reduced to a low-vacuum state and maintained to 0.3 Pa or more. A porous electrode active material layer (16) with a large specific surface area is formed in the surface of the collector by forming a gaseous-phase film in the low vacuum state.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrode of all-solid-state battery used as high output power supply for vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The contact area of an electrode active material layer and a solid electrolyte layer can be enlarged, and the resistance in an electrode active material solid electrolyte interface can be lowered by forming porous electrode active material layer with large specific surface area in interface of electrode collector and solid electrolyte layer, thus improving the efficiency of the all-solid state battery. The electrode active material layer and the porous structure can be formed at the same process, and the porous electrode active material layer with a large specific surface area can be easily formed without increasing the number of processes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) all-solid-state battery; and    (2) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the all-solid-state battery.    Electrode (10)    Collector (14)    Porous electrode active material layer (16)    Electrolyte layer (30)    Battery (100)
NOVELTY - The electrical storage device (10) has container (12) that accommodates electrode stacking unit (11) comprising positive and negative electrodes (14,15), and swelling sheet (19) positioned in opposition to electrode stacking unit. The swelling sheet absorbs electrolyte solution in the container, and expands along the surface shape of electrode stacking unit.    USE - Electrical storage device mounted on electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The influence on surface shape of electrode stacking unit during pressurization of electrical storage device can be reduced, by using swelling sheet that absorbs electrolyte solution in container and expands along surface shape of electrode stacking unit. Hence the performance of electrical storage device can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the swelling sheet. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrical storage device (10)    Electrode stacking unit (11)    Container (12)    Positive electrode (14)    Negative electrode (15)    Swelling sheet (19)
NOVELTY - The electrical connector (1) has a protrusion portion (24) which protrudes from the edge portion on opposite side to the edge portion where a protrusion portion (22) along side-to-side width direction of the housing (20). A convex portion (28) which engages with other party connection structure such as fuel cell (50), has a lock portion (26) latched with the connection structure at other end. A clearance gap (60) which permits rotation of housing is provided between the adjacent protrusion portions (22,24) of housing.    USE - Electrical connector connected to fuel cell mounted in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The release of latching state with respect to other party connection structure is prevented easily. The connector can be easily connected to the fuel cell and can be easily removed from the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the perspective view and sectional view of the electrical connector.    Electrical connector (1)    Housing (20)    Protrusion portions (22,24)    Lock portion (26)    Convex portion (28)    Fuel cell (50)    Clearance gap (60)
NOVELTY - The joint terminal (10) has pair of connection portions (11A,11B) connected to electrode terminal. Each connection portion has pair of opposition walls (12) connected in the direction orthogonal to the connection direction of the electrode terminal. The wall elastically contacts the electrode terminal.    USE - Joint terminal for connecting electrode terminal of battery (both claimed) mounted in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Joint terminal is connected to electrode terminal without performing bolting operation so that effort concerning the connection of electrode terminal can be reduced. Enlargement of joint terminal in the connection direction can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for connection structure of battery cell and joint terminal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the joint terminal.    Joint terminal (10)    Connection portions (11A,11B)    Opposition wall (12)    Hole (14)    Guide groove (15)
NOVELTY - The system has a voltage sensor interface communicably coupled to a processor i.e. programmable logic controller, for receiving pack voltage signals. An on/off relay interface transmits on and off relay control signals such that on/off relay is activated during normal operation of an ultra-capacitor energy storage pack, and the on/off relay is deactivated by an off relay control signal in response to a fault condition signal. A precharge circuit interface is communicably coupled to the processor, and transmits precharge circuit control signals.    USE - Propulsion energy storage control system for use in a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system has structural support, environmental protection and automatic cooling functions. The system includes a balancing or drain resistor that is mounted in parallel around each ultracapacitor to safely discharge the pack to inactive state over a period of time to effectively equalize ultracapacitors energy storage to a balanced condition. The system can include threaded electrical connections between each capacitor and threaded connection to enhance electrical and thermal conductivity and protect against corrosion and thread connection loosening.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a propulsion energy storage control system in a hybrid electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of an ultracapacitor energy storage cell pack.    Ultracapacitor energy storage cell pack (200)    Ultracapacitor cell and wine rack style crate support assembly (210)    Ultracapacitor pack box enclosure (220)    Metal lid (230)    Air filter bracket (240)
NOVELTY - The diagnostic system has a gas diffusion layer is disposed between the fuel gas channels (111) of bipolar plates (11), respectively. At least 3 sensors (40) contact with the fuel gas channels, and detect voltage value, resistance value, and capacity value. A central controller has a computing unit that converts voltage value to temperature information, and capacity value to humidity information. A display shows the physical information detected by the sensors, such that the physical information includes voltage, resistance, capacity, temperature, humidity, flow velocity, and flow rate.    USE - Diagnostic system for monitoring internal conditions in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Allows continuous and direct monitoring of the internal conditions of the fuel cell, thus prolonging the useful life of the fuel cell. Maintains the operational efficiency of the fuel cell in stable condition through proper adjustment immediately after actual operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the partially notched isometric view of the bipolar plate.    Bipolar plates (11)    Sensors (40)    Fuel gas channels (111)
NOVELTY - The method involves stopping (S12) the supply of hydrogen to an anode. The portion of air to-be-supplied to a cathode is branched to the anode when the hydrogen pressure at the inlet of anode is lower than preset pressure, so as to discharge the water and unreacted hydrogen remaining in the anode. The off-gas containing unreacted hydrogen and air discharged from the anode is mixed with the air discharged from the cathode, in a dilution unit.    USE - Stop method for fuel cell system used in fuel-cell powered vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the water remaining in the gas flow paths at the anode is discharged reliably using a relatively small amount of hydrogen, the start-up performance of the fuel cell system is improved. Hence the fuel economy is improved. Since the water remaining at the anode is discharged using a supply unit that supplies air to cathode, the number of components in the fuel cell system is reduced and the installation of the fuel cell system in the vehicle is performed easily. The water discharging processes in anode and cathode are performed simultaneously so that the efficiency of processes for stopping the fuel cell system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart explaining the stopping process of the fuel cell system.    Step for stopping hydrogen supply (S12)    Step for starting scavenging at cathode at large flow rate (S14)    Step for decreasing pressure at anode (S16)    Step for releasing drain at anode (S22)    Step for switching air supply lines (S24)
NOVELTY - A first energy storage device outputs electrical power to a first DC bus. A first DC-to-DC voltage converter, e.g., first bidirectional buck/boost converter transforms electrical power to a first voltage which is output to a second DC bus (110). A second DC-to-DC voltage converter, e.g., second bidirectional buck/boost converter transforms the first voltage to a second voltage, and provides the second voltage to an auxiliary bus (103) which provides an auxiliary voltage to an auxiliary load (102), e.g., thermal switch. The second voltage is different from the first voltage.    USE - Auxiliary drive apparatus for operating auxiliary systems aboard hybrid and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - Enables supply of stable power to auxiliary systems at voltage in which each system operates most efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of manufacturing an auxiliary drive apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the auxiliary drive apparatus.    Auxiliary load (102)    Auxiliary bus (103)    Battery (104)    Second DC bus (110)    Contactors (112,114)
NOVELTY - The electrical storage apparatus has a charge-and-discharge circuit that is connected to the capacitors positioned in parallel to a discharge circuit. A voltage detection circuit detects voltage in the both ends of the capacitors at the time of charging/discharging. A control circuit calculates conducting period of the discharge circuit and controls operation of discharge circuit at conducting period so that the voltage in both ends of the capacitors at the time of charging/discharging reaches a predetermined upper limit voltage.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus for braking force regeneration system of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Operation of discharge circuit can be controlled effectively at conducting period. Hence, voltage in both ends of the capacitors at the time of charging/discharging can reach predetermined upper limit voltage. Balance operation in the electrical storage apparatus can be attained by controlling charging state of the capacitor. Lifetime of the capacitors in the electrical storage apparatus can be extended.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph depicting relationship between both ends voltage of the capacitor at the time of charging/discharging and time. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A converter control unit (48) shifts several phase arms (UA,VA,WA) by drive signal. A temperature sensor (69) detects the temperature of upper arm switching elements (81u-81w) and lower arm switching elements (82u-82w) placed in phase arms. The converter control unit detects abnormality of switch operation of switching elements based on detected temperature. The converter control unit stops shifting of the phase arm, when the abnormality detection unit detects abnormality of switch operation of switching elements.    USE - Direct current/direct current (DC/DC) converter apparatus mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The abnormality of switch operation can be detected reliably by the temperature sensor. Since the abnormality detection of switching elements is performed by temperature sensor, the size and cost of the whole DC/DC converter can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the DC/DC converter. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Converter control unit (48)    Temperature sensor (69)    Upper arm switching elements (81u-81w)    Lower arm switching elements (82u-82w)    Phase arms (UA,VA,WA)
NOVELTY - The DC-DC converter apparatus (50) has a fault detection unit (202) that detects failure of current sensors (101,102) connected between electric power apparatuses with deviation of primary side electric power and secondary side electric power. A fault detection region setting unit (204) sets fault detection region whose power efficiency is high with respect to the fault detection unit.    USE - Direct current (DC)-DC converter apparatus for fuel cell vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the region with high power efficiency is set as fault detection region, failure of the current sensor can be detected accurately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fault detection method for current sensor of DC-DC converter apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the DC-DC converter apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (12)    DC-DC converter apparatus (50)    Current sensors (101,102)    Fault detection unit (202)    Fault detection region setting unit (204)
NOVELTY - The energy storage device has secondary batteries (1) that are connected in series for providing power supply to a load. A constant current circuit (18) connected in series with the batteries provides constant current from electric current of batteries. A power supply circuit (4) consists of constant voltage circuit (20) which is connected in parallel to load and connected in series to constant current circuit.    USE - Energy storage device for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). Can also be used in uninterruptible power system (UPS), solar cell and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the constant voltage circuit of the power supply circuit is connected in parallel to load and in series to constant current circuit, heat radiation efficiency of the energy storage device can be improved and power consumption can be reduced. Hence, efficient power supply can be provided and performance of the storage device can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the energy storage device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (1)    Power supply circuit (4)    Microcomputer (9)    Constant current circuit (18)    Constant voltage circuit (20)
NOVELTY - The device (1) has an inflow opening (2) extended at a motor vehicle and running in a flow channel (3). The opening is formed as a storage area, where driving wind flows through the storage area during driving. A nozzle-shaped outlet of the channel is aligned on a fluid-flow machine (5) that is formed as a working machine such that the outlet flows in the area below or above a center plane. A drift axle of the machine cooperates with an electrical generator (7). An automatic controller unit cooperates an electrical output of the generator with an electrical system of the vehicle.    USE - Device i.e. work machine, for obtaining electricity from flow energy of driving wind of a motor vehicle i.e. lorry, for assisting an electric generator of the motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the device permits simple and easy integration of the device within the area of the storage area of the body of the motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electricity obtaining device.    Electricity obtaining device (1)    Inflow opening (2)    Flow channel (3)    Fluid-flow machine (5)    Electrical generator (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an immobilizer electronic controlled unit (ECU) (70) estimating that an ignition switch (20) is operated by a start position. An ignition key (21) starts an electric power supply from a battery (10) to an ECU (50) for engine control when the start position operates. A judging part determines that a charging capacity of the battery falls in a cranking on condition when an electronic controller is started.    USE - Apparatus for determining capacity of a battery mounted in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can suppress that the misjudgment to the effect of originating in cranking starting before starting of the electronic controller, and prevents falling of the charging capacity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a capacity determination apparatus of battery. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery (10)    Ignition switch (20)    Ignition key (21)    Electronic controlled unit (50)    Immobilizer electronic controlled unit (70)
NOVELTY - The power supply device (10) has a controller (16) including a voltage detector (161) and a pulse width modulation control unit (162). When the battery voltage sensed by the voltage detector is more than a threshold voltage, the controller makes the output voltage applied to a current consumer, such as a defogger (3), higher than predetermined value, preferably by varying the duty ratio according to the battery voltage.    USE - Power supply device for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of unnecessary power consumption more than necessary for a given current consumer can be reduced, by making output voltage applied to such consumer higher than given value when sensed battery voltage is higher than threshold.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of a power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Defogger (3)    Power supply device (10)    Controller (16)    Voltage detector (161)    Pulse width modulation control unit (162)
NOVELTY - An inclination portion (18a) provided between forefront position and rear position of a dust storage box (2) moves in back and forth directions. A discharging plate (18) in forefront position discharges dust accommodated in the dust storage box. A drive device having a battery box (49) accommodated in an accommodation portion (64) positioned ahead from lower portion of the inclination portion, drives loading apparatus (T) to load up the dust thrown in a dust throwing-in box (3) to the dust storage box.    USE - Dust collection vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The placement space of the power unit can be increased without decreasing dust accommodation space by the discharging plate in dust storage box since the accommodation portion of power unit is accommodated in the dead space formed in the bottom portion of the dust storage box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the dust collection vehicle from the port side.    Dust storage box (2)    Dust throwing-in box (3)    Discharging plate (18)    Inclination portion (18a)    Battery box (49)    Accommodation portion (64)    Loading apparatus (T)
NOVELTY - A sodium-titanium oxide as starting material is subjected to ion exchange process to obtain lithium-titanium oxide. The lithium-titanium oxide is subjected to proton exchange process, to manufacture composite titanium oxide.    USE - Manufacture of composite titanium oxide used as active material for electrode of high-capacity lithium cell. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, camera, notebook personal computer, hybrid car and electric power load-leveling system.    ADVANTAGE - The high quality composite titanium oxide is manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The sodium-titanium oxide (Na2Ti6O13) as starting material is subjected to ion exchange process to obtain lithium-titanium oxide (Li2Ti6O13). The obtained lithium-titanium oxide is subjected to proton exchange process, to manufacture composite titanium oxide (H2Ti6O13).
NOVELTY - Carbon catalyst with iron atoms in a core, is new, where the carbon catalyst is displaced in oscillations by an alternative magnetic field, during the electrochemical deposition of the catalyst, and the alternative magnetic field is created, during the operation of the fuel cell, which prevents the carbon monoxide binding to the carbon.    USE - The carbon catalyst is useful in fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic field prevents uneven catalyst coating and reduces its consumption.
NOVELTY - The system has voltage detector (105) for detecting voltage of the batteries (101,103). A judgment control unit (109) reports the battery replacement state to the user, while switching the battery, when detected battery voltage is less than preset value. The communication code is transmitted from transmission unit of portable device such as transmitting apparatus (100). The intrinsic information of transmitting apparatus included in the code is compared with stored information. The locking and unlocking of vehicle door are performed according to comparison result.    USE - Electronic key system for vehicle door (claimed). Can also be used in smart lock or unlock system.    ADVANTAGE - Battery replacement state can be reported to the user. Battery capacity can be grasped correctly using simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows block diagrams of the transmitting apparatus of electronic key system, and vehicle side apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Transmitting apparatus (100)    Batteries (101,103)    Voltage detector (105)    Judgment control unit (109)    Unlocking switch (113)
NOVELTY - A raw material feed rate, steam supply amount and water supply amount are controlled based on target load to control electric power generation amount of steam turbine electric power generating apparatus (16). The feed rate of supplementary fuel and water are controlled while controlling opening degree of steam governor (15) and electric power generation amount of gas turbine electric power generating apparatus and fuel cell (20) with respect to target load so as to control total electric power generation amount corresponding to increase/decrease of target load.    USE - Combined cycle power generation method.    ADVANTAGE - The total electric power generation amount is controlled stably and reliably over a long time according to the increase/decrease of the target load.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for combined cycle power generation apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the combined cycle power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Heat recovery boiler (12)    Feed water pump (13)    Steam governor (15)    Steam turbine electric power generating apparatus (16)    Material supply apparatus (17)    Steam supply valve (18)    Fuel cell (20)
NOVELTY - The solenoid valve (1) has main valve (19) which is provided between a first channel (13) and second channel (14). A pilot valve (26) opens and closes the pilot channel (24), and a spring (35) provides urging force to pilot valve and main valve. An O-ring (23) blocks the circulation of fuel gas and permits the forward-backward movement operation of main valve. The pressure of conduction chamber (39) is made to act as thrust of the valve opening direction, and the pressure of intermediate chamber (40) is made to act as thrust of valve closing direction with respect to the main valve.    USE - Solenoid valve for high pressure fuels.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents generation of chattering since the vibration of main valve is reduced with the frictional resistance of sealing member during filling of fuel gas to a storage tank. Obtains stable damping effect by the internal friction of rubber elastic member. Stabilizes the valve closing of pilot valve since the valve closing force acts on a straight line which follows the axis line of pilot valve and seating portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of a solenoid valve for high pressure fuels.    Solenoid valve (1)    First channel (13)    Second channel (14)    Main valve (19)    O-ring (23)    Pilot channel (24)    Pilot valve (26)    Spring (35)    Conduction chamber (39)    Intermediate chamber (40)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has a flexible flat circuit body (4) bent in a waveform such that multiple protrusion parts (7) are formed. Temperature sensors (5) are provided in tip inner surface of the protrusion parts. An insulating cover (2) is provided with an accommodating part (13) for accommodating the protrusion parts such that the protrusion parts are made to project outside from an opening. An assembled battery is made to contact the protrusion parts with an elastic force. The flat circuit body is positioned in the insulating cover using a protrusion and a hole.    USE - Temperature detection module for detecting temperature of a battery in an electric vehicle. Can also be used for a hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The insulating cover is provided with the accommodating part, and the assembled battery is made to contact the protrusion parts with the elastic force, thus preventing damage caused to the temperature sensor, and improving the temperature detection precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a temperature detection module.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Temperature detection module (1)    Insulating cover (2)    Flexible flat circuit body (4)    Temperature sensors (5)    Protrusion parts (7)    Accommodating part (13)
NOVELTY - The sensor has a thermo-element (40) e.g. bismuth tellurium type thermo-element, comprising a P-type thermo-element (41) and an N-type thermo-element (42). High temperature side parts (41a, 42a) of the P-type and N-type thermo-elements are positioned in one membrane (10) e.g. insulating film. Low-temperature side parts (41b, 42b) of the P-type and N-type thermo-elements are positioned in another membrane (20) e.g. independent insulating film piece. A catalyst material (60) is provided on the high temperature side parts such that the P-type and N-type thermo-elements are bridged.    USE - Thermoelectric-type gas sensor for detecting hydrogen gas leakage in a fuel cell electric vehicle and a hydrogen refueling station.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst material is provided on the high temperature side parts such that the P-type and N-type thermo-elements are bridged, thus suppressing the heat conduction carried out by heat produced by reaction of to-be-detected gas and catalyst, to the low-temperature side part, enlarging the cross-sectional area of thermo-element, reducing the electrical resistance value, and detecting and measuring the density of to-be-detected gas component with high precision in a wide range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thermoelectric-type gas sensor.    Membranes (10, 20)    Thermo-element (40)    P-type thermo-element (41)    High temperature side parts (41a, 42a)    Low-temperature side parts (41b, 42b)    N-type thermo-element (42)    Catalyst material (60)
NOVELTY - The structure has thermally-conductive device (11) made of metal, which has heat receiving portion and heat transfer portion. The heat transfer portion is stuck to battery (2). A heating portion of heating device such as quartz heater is provided facing the heat receiving portion to heat the heat receiving portion.    USE - Heating structure of heating apparatus (claimed) for battery installed in e.g. vehicle, electric tool, heat exchanger, electronic device and lighting fixture.    ADVANTAGE - Since the heating structure is provided with thermally conductive device and heating device, the temperature of battery is increased into working temperature of the battery. The working efficiency of the battery is improved. The lifetime of battery is increased and the energy can be economized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) heating apparatus; and    (2) auxiliary module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective the heating apparatus.    Battery (2)    Heating apparatus (3)    Thermally-conductive device (11)    Heat insulation portion (13)
NOVELTY - The module has heat radiating unit (2) that is stuck on one side of battery (1). The heat radiating unit is provided with coolant flow path (21) formed in portion opposing the battery for circulating the coolant. A heat receiving surface (22) is formed in surface where the heat radiating unit is stuck on battery.    USE - Heat radiation module of battery used for vehicles such as motor vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be cooled, since the coolant circulates in flow path by absorbing the heat of battery. Thus, the power and durability of battery can be improved significantly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the heat radiation module.    Battery (1)    Heat radiating unit (2)    Coolant flow path (21)    Heat receiving surface (22)    Entrance (211)
NOVELTY - The device has a retaining element (10) for retaining a battery, and a clip element (12), which partly encloses the retaining element or the battery to be mounted. A fixing element (18) is fixed to the clip element. The battery is fixed within the retaining element by the fixing element. The retaining element is made of plastic material, where the clip element is made of metal.    USE - Device for mounting a battery in a motor vehicle (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The device has a retaining element for retaining a battery, and a clip element, which partly encloses the retaining element or the battery to be mounted, and hence ensures a mounting device that provides protection to a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of a mounting device.    Retaining element (10)    Clip element (12)    Fixing element (18)    Screw joint (20)    Clamp connection (22)
NOVELTY - The method involves discharging residual gas in a vessel (30) by providing a portion of a fuel exhaust stream to the vessel and isolating vessel from a fuel cell stack (12). The bleed down characteristic such as bleed down time and bleed down curve of fuel exhaust within the vessel is determined after isolating vessel. The operating condition of the fuel cell stack is set based on the bleed down characteristics of the exhaust gas.    USE - Method of operating fuel cell system for automotive application. Can also be used in stationary power application, portable power application, backup power application and material handing application.    ADVANTAGE - Bleed down characteristic such as bleed down time and bleed down curve of fuel exhaust within vessel can be determined appropriately. Hydrogen concentration of fuel cell can be determined effectively by analyzing bleed down characteristics. Appropriate operating conditions of the fuel cell stack can be set after estimating hydrogen concentration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for determining hydrogen concentration of fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (12)    Recirculation device (28)    Vessel (30)    Orifice (34)    Air compressor (40)
NOVELTY - Molding material (I) comprises 49.9-95 wt.% of a graphite complex mixed with expandable graphite and non-expandable graphite, where each has an average particle size of 20-200 mu m, at a rate of 10-90 through 70-30 wt.%; 0.1-10 wt.% of at least one of the conductive fillers of carbon black, carbon fiber and carbon nanotube; and 4-50 wt.% of at least one resin comprising thermoplastic resin and thermosetting resin, where the non-expandable graphite of the graphite complex is a mixture of planar graphite and spherical graphite at a rate of 20-80 through 8-20 wt.%.    USE - (I) is useful for fuel cell separator, which is useful in fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) improves both electrical conductivity and mechanical properties of the fuel cell separator by using mixture of many graphite each having different characteristics in an appropriate rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell separator produced by using the molding material.
NOVELTY - The system has a microcontroller circuit provided with a microcontroller and a peripheral circuit, and a state latch circuit for supervising working state of the microcontroller circuit. A control signal output from the microcontroller circuit is transferred to an output drive circuit if the microcontroller circuit works normally, or present output state is latched until the microcontroller circuit works normally. An output drive circuit receives a control signal generated from the state latch circuit and executes a control logic to a power relay based on the control signal.    USE - Vehicle power electron management system for use with a photovoltaic electric power system (PEPS) to control vehicle power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a vehicle power electron management system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The frame has convex ribs arranged between slide ways and provided with grooves. A bottom end of one of the grooves is provided with a bump, where the bump is provided with upright screw thread holes and matched with screws. Another bottom end of the groove is provided with an inclined block, where the inclined block is arranged opposite to a horizontal connecting plate between upright posts. A hole is matched with an anchor screw of a vehicle, and formed on a bottom side of the frame.    USE - Rechargeable battery mounting frame for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The frame ensures fixed and reliable installation of the rechargeable battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a rechargeable battery mounting frame.
NOVELTY - The device has a lithium ion battery main body (1), where periphery of the lithium ion battery main body is covered with a heating sleeve (2) e.g. resistance heater, made of a heating film. A battery managing system (3) monitors temperature of the lithium ion battery main body in real time and outputs a control signal to a temperature controller (4). The temperature controller heats the heating sleeve and stops heating the heating sleeve after receiving the control signal. The managing system communicates with the temperature controller via Controller-area network (CAN) bus.    USE - Lithium ion power battery heating device for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the battery can be raised to the normal work temperature range in about 10 minutes, thus ensuring normal work of the vehicle when temperature of the lithium ion battery is lower than the normal work temperature range. The battery main body or the single battery is covered with the heating material, thus guaranteeing the heating process uniformity. The device is safe to use, and has high insulation and heating efficiencies.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a lithium ion power battery heating device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Lithium ion battery main body (1)    Heating sleeve (2)    Battery managing system (3)    Temperature controller (4)
NOVELTY - The car has an alternating current (AC) motor (5) driven by an AC power source that comprises an alternating current generator (4). A direct current motor (2) is driven by the power source of a storage battery (1) using a rectifier (3). The AC motor is controlled through a control motor (7). A part of the AC power source is fixed with the alternating current generator. The rear wheel of the car is powered by the current generated by the alternating current generator.    USE - Electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the storage battery reduces the pollutant discharge. The power loss of the storage battery can be minimized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an electric car.    Storage battery (1)    Direct current motor (2)    Rectifier (3)    Alternating current generator (4)    Alternating current motor (5)    Control motor (7)
NOVELTY - Forming a porous fuel cell sheet comprises flattening a screen to form a sheet that has apertures operative to communicate a fluid within a fuel cell.    USE - The method is useful for forming a porous fuel cell sheet (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell stack assembly comprising: (a) a cell; and (b) a sheet formed from a flattened screen, where the sheet defines apertures configured to allow passage of a fuel cell fluid through the sheet.
NOVELTY - The box has a heat sealing cover opened with a liquid injecting hole. A safety cap is provided on the liquid injecting hole. The safety cap matches with the heat sealing cover in convex and concave mode. The cap comprises a top plate and sidewalls. Inner walls of the sidewalls are formed with hooks. The top plate is convex inward for forming a convex inner ring. A gap is formed between the inner ring and the sidewalls. The heat sealing cover is formed with a ring-shaped groove at a periphery of the liquid injecting hole.    USE - Safety battery box for use in an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The box solves the aging problem of the rubber and spring and other components, and solves the consistency problem for plastic stress spring. The box improves usage safety of the battery and is environment-friendly. The safety cap can be pressed after injecting the liquid, so that manual labor intensity is reduced and production efficiency is improved while reliably guaranteeing the manufacturing techniques of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a safety battery box.
NOVELTY - The box has a box body (2) composed of two opposite sheets. A battery is placed in the box body. The box body is externally equipped with a box shell (1) connected to a frame under a motorcar cushion. The box shell is a barrel-shaped body composed of four walls (11) and a bottom (12), whose inner side is equipped with a slide rail and a retaining reinforcement. The box body comprises an upper body (21) and a lower body (22), where the lower body comprises four wall surfaces.    USE - Dual-slide-way battery box for use in an electric motorcar.    ADVANTAGE - The box firmly fixes the battery without noise, and the battery box body can be placed and taken out conveniently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a box .    Box shell (1)    Box body (2)    Walls (11)    Bottom (12)    Upper body (21)    Lower body (22)
NOVELTY - The accumulator has a housing (1), positive electrode plate (2), negative electrode plate (3), electrolyte solution and an isolation plate, where the isolation plate is a magnetic plate (4) which is externally provided with a plastic membrane and arranged between the electrodes. The magnetic plate is composed of magnets (41) which are externally provided with an anti-corrosion coating (43) respectively.    USE - Accumulator for an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic fields produced by the magnetic plate are linked together since the isolation plate between the electrode plates is a magnetic plate, and the charged ions speed up the movements, thus correspondingly enhancing electrochemical reaction speed and shortening charging time of the accumulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an accumulator .    Housing (1)    Positive electrode plate (2)    Negative electrode plate (3)    Magnetic plate (4)    Magnets (41)    Anti-corrosion coating (43)
NOVELTY - The cell has a cell case in cuboid shape, where reinforced ribs are formed around an outer wall of the cell case. A top face of the cell case forms an opening sealed by a fixed cover embedded with an aluminum pole. Inner and outer parts of the aluminum pole are connected with a pole piece and a conductive strip. An opening of the cell case is buckled with a movable cover covering the aluminum pole and the conductive strip.    USE - Cell for a motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The cell resists dust, and protects the shell without rotting after assembling the cell in the car. The cell has simplified structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a cell.
NOVELTY - The system has a battery power consumption calculation circuit receiving battery output current detected by a battery output current detection circuit and battery voltage detected by a battery voltage detection circuit and calculating instant power according to the current and voltage. The battery power consumption calculation circuit acquires actual power consumption information in adoption of time integration and stores actual power consumption information in a battery power consumption storage unit. The battery power consumption storage unit is provided with a display apparatus.    USE - Electric car battery system.    ADVANTAGE - The system acquires actual output power consumption of the battery via communication interface, and considering the actual output power consumption as the charging base for exchanging battery in a rational and scientific manner. The system enables exchanging of batteries for supplying power to the electric car.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an electric car battery system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The generator has a belt pulley (3) provided at an inner side edge of a steel ring of a rear wheel (1), where outside diameter of the belt pulley is equal to diameter of the inner side edge of the steel ring of the rear wheel. A generator (4) is provided on the belt pulley. A rotating shaft of the generator is mounted with another belt pulley (5). The former belt pulley is opposite to the latter belt pulley. A belt (2) is tightly connected on the former and the latter belt pulleys. The former and the latter belt pulleys and the belt are in V-shape. The generator comprises a shell.    USE - Wheel generator for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The shell is utilized for protecting the generator. The generator can be driven for generating power by adequately utilizing the kinetic energy of the vehicle while driving the vehicle on the downhill or flat road.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a wheel generator.    Rear wheel (1)    Belt (2)    Belt pulleys (3, 5)    Generator (4)
NOVELTY - The vehicle has an alternating current (AC) accessing net unit, an energy resource and an energy-storing station that are connected with a super-capacitor energy-storing unit. The super-capacitor energy-storing unit is connected with an AC output unit and a direct current (DC) output unit. A temporary or emergency power supply is connected with the super-capacitor energy-storing unit.    USE - High-efficiency movable bidirectional power supply vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle has high-quality and high-reliability temporary electric power function, large-capacity chargeable power storing function and movable temporary electric power function.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic circuit diagram of a high-efficiency movable bidirectional power supply vehicle. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The car has a solar energy receiving device i.e. solar panel, arranged on top of the car. A charging battery set is connected with a motor, and provided with multiple charging batteries. A rated voltage of each charging battery is same as that of the solar energy receiving device. A charging control circuit controls the charging battery set, so that a back-up battery charges one of the charging batteries in the charging battery set. The charging control circuit comprises an automatic switch and a manual switch.    USE - Solar energy battery car.    ADVANTAGE - The battery of the car has flexible charging way and long service life, and requires less space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a solar energy battery car.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The automobile has a wind-powered device provided with a groove-shaped frame, and a fan blade wheel equipped in the groove-shaped frame, where a fan blade shaft of the fan blade wheel is connected with a rotor shaft of an electric generator. The wind-powered device is located on a front bridge and a rear bridge of the automobile and below a chassis.    USE - Wind-powered transporting and traveling automobile i.e. battery car (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The automobile is environment friendly and inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a wind-powered transporting and traveling automobile.
NOVELTY - The car has a generator (6) with a rotor shaft whose protruded part is elastically contacted with wheels (5). A current electric fence power supply system is connected with a current commercial power supply and a rechargeable battery set (7) through a connection device. Current generated by a solar battery power supply system, a wind driven power generation system and a wheel driving generator power supply system is switched into the rechargeable battery set through a lead wire (4).    USE - Electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The car can reduce pollution and can increase driving route.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a bottom view of an electric car.    Automobile body (3)    Lead wire (4)    Wheels (5)    Generator (6)    Rechargeable battery set (7)
NOVELTY - The resource has a high-power lithium electronic power battery pack and a high-energy lithium electronic power battery pack, which are connected in a parallel manner. A current limit unit is arranged between the battery packs.    USE - Battery power resource for a hybrid electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The resource rapidly recycles and retrieves the braking energy during braking and downhill, so that the resource stores the energy in the lithium electronic power battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a battery power resource.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - Preparing a fuel cell composite bipolar plate comprises melt compounding a polypropylene resin and graphite powder (50-95 wt.%) to form a melt compounding material, and molding the melt compounding material to form a bipolar plate having a desired shaped at 100-250 degrees C and 500-4000 psi. The polypropylene resin is a homopolymer of propylene or a random copolymer of 75-99 wt.% propylene and 1-25 wt.% of ethylene, butylenes or hexalene. Carbon nanotubes (0.05-20 wt.%) are added during the melt compounding.    USE - Method for preparing a fuel cell composite bipolar plate.    ADVANTAGE - The method can provide a small size fuel cell bipolar plate having a high electrical conductivity, and excellent mechanical properties.
NOVELTY - The electrical interconnect system has a stair-step integrated circuit package (22) that comprises at least one integrated circuit. A PCB (20) is provided with an opening (25) to receive and interconnect to the stair-step integrated circuit package. The package is connected to a connector (23) which is placed opposite to the opening of PCB through signal conduction paths.    USE - Electrical interconnect system for interconnection of stair-step integrated circuit package including optical processor, LED, electromagnetic device such as relay, energy storage device such as battery, fuel cell, transducer, etc. with PCB such as line card, daughter board, mother board, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The stair-step integrated circuit package can be interconnected efficiently with PCB through opening. The right angles or other turns in signal path created by interconnection of stair-step integrated circuit package with PCB can be minimized so as to improve signal integrity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of stair-step integrated circuit package mounted on PCB.    PCB (20)    Stair-step integrated circuit package (22)    Connector (23)    Opening (25)    Contacts (29)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a liner (12) having open end (22) with preset inner and outer diameters, of high pressure tank (10), a cap (30) having outer diameter greater than preset inner diameter, and a collar (32) having inner diameter less than preset outer diameter. The liner is brought to preset temperature, the cap is brought to temperature less than preset temperature, and the collar is brought to temperature greater than preset temperature, and then portion of cap is placed inside the open end and portion of the collar is placed at outside of the open end.    USE - Method of assembling high pressure tank for storing e.g. high-pressure gas such as compressed hydrogen, and liquid for use in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The movement of material filled in the space of liner can be prevented reliably, and the weight, and the manufacturing and assembly cost of the high pressure tank can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for product for assembling high pressure tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the high pressure tank.    High pressure tank (10)    Liner (12)    Open end (22)    Cap (30)    Collar (32)
NOVELTY - The battery pack (1) has a battery assembly (31) formed by several batteries (3) electrically connected to one another. A terminal unit is electrically connected to battery assembly, to extract electric power to exterior. A multilayer structure is formed by layering a heat-absorbing layer made of sodium hydrogen carbonate and ceramics, and a heat-conductive layer, and is arranged in a portion around the battery assembly. The heat absorbing layer is set to absorb a heat greater than or equal to 1000 J/kgx degrees C, and the heat conductivity of the heat conductive layer is set greater than or equal to 10 W/mx K.    USE - Battery pack e.g. cylindrical lithium ion secondary battery pack for electronic device such as video camera, portable personal computer and electrical equipment apparatus mounted in vehicles such as four-wheeled vehicle, two-wheeled vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid car. Can also be used in nickel hydride storage battery pack.    ADVANTAGE - Small, light, and highly safe battery pack can be obtained. The damage of battery pack is prevented even when the battery in the battery pack is failed and when high temperature combustible gas is emitted from the battery to expose the interior of battery pack to a high temperature environment, since heat-absorbing layer and the heat-conductive layer are arranged in the portion around the assembled battery. The safety operation of battery pack is ensured, and the size and weight of battery pack are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery pack.    Battery pack (1)    Casing of battery pack (2)    Battery (3)    Battery assembly (31)
NOVELTY - The stack has several insulation elements (80) that includes a frame portion (81) formed along an outer peripheral portion of membrane electrode assembling (MEA) (60), and a protruding portion (82) extending from frame portion in a stacking direction. A bonding element (90) is provided between insulation elements, to bond adjacent insulation elements with each other.    USE - Fuel cell stack of fuel cell system used for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the cracking of insulation element is prevented, the leakage of the water vapor generated in fuel cell stack to exterior and generation of liquid junction are is prevented, so that the insulation performance of the fuel stack is improved efficiently. The number of components is reduced, so that the size of the fuel cell stack is reduced efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of adjacent single cells in stacking direction.    Single cells (10)    MEA (60)    Separators (71,72)    Insulation elements (80)    Frame portion (81)    Protruding portion (82)    Bonding element (90)
NOVELTY - The microplasma is generated between the plasma electrodes (10) by 780V to 1.9kV under atmospheric pressure. The generated microplasma is irradiated on the surface of the to-be-processed material (17) to perform surface-modification process in real time.    USE - Surface-modification processing method of glass board material used in LCD panel, resin film used in micro cell for medical diagnosis kit and fuel cell, and resin base material.    ADVANTAGE - Since the surface-modification process can be performed without using the vacuum chamber, the cost required for the process is reduced. The surface-modification process without bad influence of electrostatic damage is achieved. The to-be-processed material is joined without using adhesive, and the peeling of the joint surfaces of the to-be-processed materials is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for joining method of resin film using microplasma.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the sectional and top views of the plasma electrode.    Plasma electrode (10)    Through-hole (11)    Metal substrate (13)    Dielectric film (16)    To-be-processed material (17)
NOVELTY - Nonaqueous electrolyte solution comprises nonaqueous solvent, electrolyte salt dissolved in nonaqueous solvent and 0.001-3 %mass of fluorine-containing phenol (I).    USE - Nonaqueous electrolyte solution for lithium secondary battery (claimed) is used as power supply for mobile telephone, notebook computer, electric vehicle and electric power storage device.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte solution has excellent storage stability. The lithium secondary battery comprising nonaqueous electrolyte solution has excellent cyclic characteristics. The generation of gas during electrical charge/storage is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Nonaqueous electrolyte solution comprises nonaqueous solvent and electrolyte salt dissolved in nonaqueous solvent and 0.001-3 %mass of fluorine-containing phenol of formula (I).    X1-X5=H or fluoro, in which 3-5 are fluoro atom.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which contains positive electrode, negative electrode and nonaqueous electrolyte solution.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (102) has a concentration measuring element (112) that is provided with a methanol oxidation electrode. A fuel circulation passage is formed on the methanol oxidation electrode. The fuel circulation passage and methanol oxidation electrode are provided in a fuel circulation pipe. A fuel control circuit is allowed to control the fuel concentration according to the methanol concentration detected by the concentration measuring element. The fuel concentration is monitored and controlled by a fuel detection unit.    USE - Fuel cell such as direct methanol type fuel cell (DMFC) for fuel cell system (claimed) of electric vehicle such as electric motorcycle and bicycle. Can also be used in wheelchair and senior car.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel control circuit is allowed to control the fuel concentration according to the methanol concentration detected by the concentration measuring element. Hence the fuel concentration can be controlled precisely.    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. (Drawing includes non-English text)    Fuel cell system (101)    Fuel cell (102)    Container (103)    Fuel supply unit (104)    Concentration measuring element (112)
NOVELTY - Lithium ion phosphate, polyvinylidene fluoride, carbon black, conductive graphite and lithium titanate are mixed, baked, cooled, ground, sifted and then hermetically stored. The product is poured in N-methylpyrrolidone solution and stirred, to obtain paste. The obtained paste is coated on surface of aluminium foil (pole plate), then baked and rolled, to obtain anode.    USE - Manufacture of anode used for lithium ion phosphate battery for electric motor car and electric tool.    ADVANTAGE - The method easily and simply provides anode having low internal-resistant property, high power and high circulating characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - (In weight%) lithium ion phosphate (85-95), polyvinylidene fluoride (2-6), carbon black (1-5), conductive graphite (0.5-5) and lithium titanate (0.5-2) are mixed. The mixture is baked in inert gas atmosphere at 100-150 degrees C for 5-10 hours, cooled until the temperature is decreased to 21-25 degrees C, ground in a ball mill for 3-5 hours, sifted with 300-800 mesh vibration sieve and then hermetically stored. The obtained product is poured in N-methylpyrrolidone solution (solvent) and stirred at vacuum degree for 5-25 hours under pressure of -0.095 MPa or less to fully dissolve the powder, to obtain paste having viscosity of 1500-6500 Pa.second. The weight ratio of N-methylpyrrolidone solution to the powder mixture is 0.5-1.2:1. The obtained paste is coated on surface of an aluminium foil (pole plate) having thickness of 10-45 microns. The density of the paste on the pole plate is 80-500 g/cm2. The coated pole plate is baked in a vacuum chamber at 80-150 degrees C for 10-24 hours under pressure of -0.095 MPa or less, and rolled into pole piece having thickness of 120-205 microns, to obtain anode.
NOVELTY - The structure has a latching unit (5) that consists of a hook piece (22) provided in a surface of side terminal (8) of electric wire adjacent to bolt (4) in the touching state of side of vehicle unit (3) while protrudingly providing bolt engaging side terminal of electric wire with side of vehicle unit. An elastic portion engaged with hole (8a) is positioned in side of vehicle unit. The positioning direction of hook piece and elastic portion is regulated so that restoring force of side terminal of electric wire acts toward hook piece.    USE - Temporary storage structure of side terminal of electric wire for battery used for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the latching unit consists of hook piece provided in side terminal of electric wire adjacent to bolt while providing bolt with side of vehicle unit, the side terminal of electric wire can be removed from battery and temporarily stored with respect to vehicle unit with simple structure and efficient operability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of temporary storage structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle unit (3)    Bolt (4)    Latching unit (5)    Side terminal (8)    Hole (8a)    Hook piece (22)
NOVELTY - The dung of animals are collected by creating the cooperative society and sewage can be collected by pipeline and manually from town or village. The members of the cooperative societies purchase animal for the society on the society~s name and society manages the additional finance from the bank, and it is the responsibility of the society for the repayment of the installment of the lone, where investor has no liability and investor enjoys the milk supply only for the committed time period of years. After the time limit of regular supply of the milk, their investments are converted into the equity share investment and the supply of the milk stops automatically and they are the only bonefishes of the company~s profit. The society is the owner of the new born cub and the management takes care of the cub as their property. The collected dung of animals and sewage is collected to the central collection center by pipe lines and trucks. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The bracket has a body provided with a long strip or triangle shaped installation hole for installing battery components. Batteries are connected in a series manner. The bracket is made of iron or aluminum material.    USE - Fixing bracket for an electric motor of a car.    ADVANTAGE - The bracket provides safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a car electric motor fixing bracket.
NOVELTY - The tricycle has a front fork part (2) whose upper end is connected with a direction steering device (4) mounted in front of a frame (14). A front wheel (1) is mounted on a lower end of the fork part by a front wheel axle. Two rear wheels (10) are mounted on a rear wheel axle that is mounted on a rear end of the frame. Two rider seats (5, 8) are arranged in middle and rear of the frame, respectively. A chain wheel and a flywheel are connected with each other by a chain (12). The chain wheel is fixedly mounted on an output shaft of a gearbox whose input shaft is mounted with a pedal part (18).    USE - Manpower tricycle.    ADVANTAGE - The tricycle ensures speed change adjustment and makes tricycle labor-saving by using the gearbox.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a manpower tricycle.    Front wheel (1)    Front fork part (2)    Direction steering device (4)    Rider seats (5, 8)    Rear wheels (10)    Chain (12)    Frame (14)    Pedal part (18)
NOVELTY - The shield has a solar panel (2) arranged on a surface of a cover (1). A cover anti-theft alarm device (3) is arranged on the cover. The cover and an automobile body are attracted together by a magnet or a sucker. Safety ropes (4) are arranged on four corners of the cover. The cover is equipped with a surface layer formed of a waterproof reflection material and an inner layer formed of a heat insulating material.    USE - Multifunctional automobile shield.    ADVANTAGE - The solar panel is arranged on the cover to absorb solar energy and convert the solar energy into electric energy such that the accumulated electric energy can be supplied to an automobile stereo, automobile air conditioner, automobile illuminating system and the anti-theft alarm device, even when the automobile stops, thus preventing the cover from being stolen and guaranteeing safety. The cover is equipped with the surface layer formed of the waterproof reflection material and the inner layer formed of the heat insulating material to prevent penetration of rain water and ultraviolet rays, prevent the automobile from being damaged, maintain the temperature in the automobile from increasing due to the exposure in sunlight and make the automobile convenient and comfortable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a multifunctional automobile shield.    Cover (1)    Solar panel (2)    Cover anti-theft alarm device (3)    Safety ropes (4)
NOVELTY - The car has a back wheel provided with a drive motor. An inner side of a car body is provided with an oil tank and a battery holder. A petrol engine generator is provided below the oil tank. The battery holder is provided with a power battery. The drive motor is electrically connected with the petrol engine generator and the battery via a controller, where the controller is connected with a switch controller.    USE - Hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The car utilizes automatic and manual multi-mode control method of controller to realize high efficiency and low energy consumption effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hybrid car.
NOVELTY - The moped has a balance steering device fixedly arranged at rear end of a frame (1). The balance steering device is provided with a shell and a middle shaft. A balance mechanism is fixedly connected to the middle shaft. Pressure bearings are fixedly connected between ends of the shell and middle shaft. An elastic mechanism is fixedly arranged at bottom part of the shell. A saddle frame (20) is fixed to the shell. An output port of a solar power source system is connected to an input port of a drive part. A port of a controller is connected to a port of a storage battery set (23).    USE - Solar electric moped.    ADVANTAGE - The moped has simple structure, high stability and high flexibility. The moped can be charged by external power source and supplemented by solar battery board.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar electric moped.    Frame (1)    Saddle frame (20)    Storage battery set (23)
NOVELTY - The generator has a wind driven generator mounted on a motor vehicle. The wind driven generator is composed of a fan, a gear box, a generator and a storage battery. The fan is connected with an input shaft of the gear box, where the output shaft of gear box is connected with an input shaft of the generator. The output power supply of the generator is electrically connected with a storage battery.    USE - Vehicle-mounted power generator for use in a motor vehicle such as train, truck, sedan, motorcycle or electric car (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The generator is suitable for environmental protection, and improves the energy by using the efficiency of the motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a vehicle-mounted power generator.
NOVELTY - The device has a charging protector (Q) placed between a bipolar mobile pantograph (AP) and a vehicle charger (CDJ). Positive and negative electrodes of the bipolar mobile pantograph are connected with an input end of the vehicle charger. Two output ends of the vehicle charger are connected with a super-capacitor (Fc). Two input ends of a pulling inverter (NBQ) are connected with the super-capacitor. A direct current breaker (KM) is located between the output end of charger and the pulling inverter.    USE - Alternating current driving device for a man-sized motor vehicle such as port tractor and airport ferry push vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is environment-friendly, and has wide application range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an alternating current driving device.    Bipolar mobile pantograph (AP)    Vehicle charger (CDJ)    Super-capacitor (Fc)    Direct current breaker (KM)    Pulling inverter (NBQ)    Charging protector (Q)
NOVELTY - The starter has a voltage conversion unit provided with power to load and charge a starting battery. A controller detects a voltage value of the starting battery and vehicle stop time. The controller controls a switch unit to break off, so as to make the starting battery to stop supplying the power when the voltage value is below an index value or the vehicle stop time exceeds a preset value. A Controller area network module is connected with the controller through a Controller area network bus.    USE - Vehicle starter.    ADVANTAGE - The starter avoids the storage battery feeding caused by overlong stop time of a vehicle, and maintains the battery containing certain electric quantity, so as to avoid over discharge of the battery, prolong service life of the battery and realize normal start of the long stopped vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a vehicle starter.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The cell has a closed cavity whose top face is provided with a sleeve opening for sealing and clamping a storage cell unit and provided with a cooling liquid inlet and a cooling liquid outlet. An inner face of cavity bottom is mounted with a supporting block for supporting the storage cell unit. Edges of the supporting block and the sleeve opening position the storage cell unit in the cavity. A gap is filled with cooling liquid and arranged between the storage cell unit and inner wall of the cavity.    USE - Electric car storage cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell immerses large part of the storage cell unit into the cooling liquid which flows into the cavity from the inlet and flows out from the outlet for continuous removal of the heat of the storage cell unit so as to realize better cooling effect. The storage cell unit is arranged in a cooling shell, thus preventing shortages of non-uniform heat.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an electric car storage cell.
NOVELTY - The battery has a pole plate (2) mounted in a shell (1), where a space of 1.5-3.0 cm is formed between periphery of an inner wall of the shell and the pole plate. A space of 2.5-4.0 cm is formed between a bottom of the inner wall of the shell and the pole plate. A bottom of the shell is opened with a liquid discharging hole. The liquid discharging hole is sealed by a movable bolt. A space between bottom of the inner wall of the shell and a pole plate is 2.5 cm.    USE - Lead acid storage battery for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery discharges residue from a liquid discharging hole via boiling water after a period of time, so that service life of the battery can be raised by 1-2 times.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a lead acid storage battery.    Shell (1)    Pole plate (2)
NOVELTY - The system has a current cut-off circuit (4) detecting excessive battery current and controlling relays (2) from ON to OFF. Fusing current of a fuse (8) is set lower than the maximum cut-off current of the relays and higher than the maximum allowable charging and discharging current of a battery (1) e.g. Lithium ion battery. The fuse is blown during a delay time of a timer section (24), and the circuit switches the relays from ON to OFF when the delay time has elapsed in a situation where excessive current greater than the maximum cut-off current of the relays flows through the battery.    USE - Battery system for use in an on-board automobile (claimed) such as hybrid car, electric automobile, or fuel cell vehicle, for supplying electric power a motor that drives the vehicle and for detecting excessive current and cuts-off current flow with a fuse and relays.    ADVANTAGE - The relays can reliably cut-off excessive battery current without fusing relay contacts together, and excessive battery current can be reliably cut-off by the fuse, as the battery system establishes a delay time between excessive battery current detection and ON to OFF switching of the relays.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a battery system.    Battery (1)    Relays (2)    Current cut-off circuit (4)    Battery cells (5)    Fuse (8)    Motor (11)    Inverter (12)    Capacitor (13)    Ignition switch (14)    Current detection circuit (21)    Voltage detection circuit (22)    Timer section (24)
NOVELTY - The system has a flow meter (24) for measuring amount of water discharged from an outlet of the air electrode and fuel electrode. A pressure sensor (14) measures the pressure at outlet of air electrode and fuel electrode. A back pressure regulator (18) receives flow values and pressure values respectively feedback from a controller (16) and regulates pressure difference between air electrode and fuel electrode. The flow meter, pressure sensor and regulator are mounted on the outlet of both electrodes.    USE - Activation system of fuel cell used in vehicles. Uses include but are not limited to motor vehicles such as passenger automobile, sports utility vehicles (SUV), buses, trucks, commercial vehicle, water craft e.g. boats and ships, aircraft, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid vehicle, hydrogen powered vehicles and other alternative fuel vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of water discharged from air electrode and fuel electrode is adjusted to be equal to each other by controlling pressure difference between air electrode and fuel electrode and thus crossover phenomenon is prevented between air and hydrogen due to pressure difference between air and fuel electrodes. The deterioration of fuel cell performance due to carbon corrosion is also prevented. The activation time of fuel cell and amount of hydrogen used for activation are reduced thus improving the productivity and manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of activating fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating activation of fuel cell system.    Pressure sensor (14)    Controller (16)    Back pressure regulator (18)    Hydrogen sensor (20)    Flow meter (24)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has fuel cell to generate electric power using supplied reactant gas. An idle stop unit stops supply of reactant gas, when predetermined condition is established. A current receiver receives electric current generated by fuel cell and discharger allows fuel cell to generate electric power with reactant gas remaining in fuel cell. A memory stores power generation state. An initial-current-setter sets initial current value of fuel cell discharged by discharger based on stored power generation state.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in fuel cell automobile such as motor bicycle, train and ship. Can also be used in domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - The degradation of fuel-cell is prevented by the idle stop unit. The decrease of voltage value of the fuel cell due to voltage drop is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Anode channel (11)    Cathode channel (12)    Battery (46)
NOVELTY - The battery (100) has terminal fixing portion (40) projected outward from battery case (10), which includes hole for insertion of electrode terminal (30). A pressure application portion (64) deforms terminal fixing portion by compressing top end portion of terminal fixing portion. An outer cover (60) has deformation restricting portion which restricts deformation of outer peripheral surface of terminal fixing portion.    USE - Battery e.g. lithium ion battery and nickel hydrogen battery for use in battery pack installed in vehicle (both claimed) such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle. Can also be used in personal computer (PC) and other portable terminals.    ADVANTAGE - Since deformation restricting portion restricts the deformation of outer peripheral surface of terminal fixing portion, inside surface of the terminal fixing portion is protruded toward inner diameter side of battery case. Hence electrode terminal inserted into the terminal fixing portion can be fixed firmly to the terminal fixing portion. The electrode terminal component is welded to appropriate portion of the battery case and battery case is sealed reliably while improving production efficiency of the battery. Since terminal fixing portion includes engaging portion for engaging the outer cover with terminal fixing portion, outer cover is prevented from being dislodged from terminal fixing portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the battery.    Battery case (10)    Electrode terminal (30)    Terminal fixing portion (40)    Outer cover (60)    Pressure application portion (64)    Battery (100)
NOVELTY - Positive electrode material (I) comprises: a lithium manganese composite oxide; a metal phosphate; and a metal oxide, where the lithium manganese composite oxide has a cubic spinel structure, the metal oxide has a cubic structure, and the metal phosphate includes lithium phosphate.    USE - (I) is useful for a lithium secondary battery (claimed). The lithium secondary battery is useful as: the power supply for a personal computer, portable device, environmental-friendly electric vehicles, and hybrid vehicles; and a large-capacity stationary power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery is capable of suppressing the elution of manganese, and has excellent cycle life and high energy density. The lithium secondary battery is inexpensive and has long operating life.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Positive electrode material (I) comprises: a lithium manganese composite oxide; a metal phosphate; and a metal oxide, where the lithium manganese composite oxide has a cubic spinel structure of formula (LiMnxM2-xO4), the metal oxide has a cubic structure, and the metal phosphate includes lithium phosphate.    x = less than or equal to 1.75 to less than 2; and    M = Li, Mg, or Ni.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a lithium secondary battery comprising (I); and    (2) a lithium secondary battery comprising a positive electrode (1), a negative electrode (2), a separator (3) located between the positive electrode and the negative electrode, and a battery container, where the positive electrode further comprises (I).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of a 18650 type lithium secondary battery.    Positive electrode (2) Negative electrode (3) Separator (5) Negative lead (7) Positive lead. (1)
NOVELTY - The method involves varying on/off times of an air blower (30) according to supercapacitor voltage, motor current, and fuel cell stack voltage and/or fuel cell stack voltage rise/drop rate using a control map. The air blower is switched on at a high supercapacitor voltage when motor input current is higher during vehicle acceleration. The air blower is switched off at a low supercapacitor voltage when the motor input current is smaller than 0 Ampere and motor regenerative current is higher during vehicle braking.    USE - On/off control method for an air blower of a fuel cell hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables preventing the voltage of the fuel cell stack from exceeding a predetermined maximum voltage, thus improving vehicle acceleration response during switching-off of the air blower.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a fuel cell/supercapacitor hybrid system.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Supercapacitor (20)    Supercapacitor initial charging device (21)    Air blower (30)
NOVELTY - The system has a magnet assembly attached to a moving object to generate a gradient magnetic field on a ferrous/steel rail i.e. rail track, or a steel shaft and producing a spring-like resilient suspension or propulsion to the moving object. The ferrous/steel rail or a steel shaft assembly is positioned in the gradient magnetic field to suspend magnetostatic suspension (MSS) or propel magnetostatic propulsion (MSP) with respect to the moving object. The magnet assembly includes a magnet (54) selected from one of a permanent magnet, an electromagnet and a superconducting magnet.    USE - Magnetostatic suspension (MSS) and/or magnetostatic propulsion (MSP) system for use in a maglev vehicle system and a maglev wind turbine system (all claimed) i.e. MSS maglev wind turbine system, for levitating or propelling a moving object over a magnet-free ferrous/steel rail i.e. rail track.    ADVANTAGE - The system effectively uses magnetostatic suspension (MSS) and magnetostatic propulsion (MSP) technologies for levitation, stabilization, guidance and propulsion assemblies to produce lifting and driving forces between permanent magnets or electromagnets and ferrous/steel rail track. The system is safe, stable, wheel-less, standstill levitated, compatible with any rail track and unsophisticated with reduced cost and size. The system eliminates the need for complicated control circuit system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a maglev vehicle system comprising a magnetostatic suspension assembly for levitation of a vehicle body    (2) a maglev wind turbine system comprising a bearing chock magnet assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a magnetostatic suspension maglev wind turbine system.    Magnetostatic suspension assembly (51)    Wind turbine (53)    Magnet (54)    Flux return steel path (55)    Steel ring assembly (56)
NOVELTY - A plating chamber (502) defines a processing volume that retains a plating bath, and several jet sprays dispend a plating solution to form the plating bath in the processing volume. A draining system drains the plating bath from the processing volume, and an anode assembly has an anode emerged in the plating bath. A cathode assembly has a substrate handler that positions one or more large area substrates (511) parallel to the anode. A contacting mechanism couples an electric bias to the one or more large area substrates.    USE - Apparatus for plating metal on large area substrate in substrate processing system (claimed) for manufacturing electrochemical battery such as lithium-ion battery, or electrochemical capacitor such as super-capacitor, electrical double-layer capacitor, ultra-capacitor, Faradaic electrochemical capacitors, non-Faradaic electrochemical capacitors, etc., having electrodes with three-dimensional nanostructure used in portable electronic equipments and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - A reliable and cost efficient electrochemical battery and capacitor electrode structure that has an improved lifetime, lower production costs, and improved process performance can be manufactured reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for substrate processing system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic explanatory view of the plating system.    Plating chamber (502)    Rinsing station (504)    Rinse-dry station (506)    Feed roll (507-1)    Substrate (511)
NOVELTY - The electrically-driven roots type pump has a whole side, which connects a pair of end surfaces (27c,27f,28c,28f), is provided with a side coating membrane (40b). A drive rotor (27) is arranged vertically and crosses to an axial direction of a drive shaft. The drive rotor provides a pair of end surface facing an internal peripheral surface of a rotor chamber (15) with end surface coating membrane. A top of a crest tooth, in the side which connects a pair of end surfaces, is provided with the top coating membrane. A metal surface (27h) is exposed to the region except the top coating membrane.    USE - Electrically-driven roots type pump for supplying hydrogen gas to fuel cell by electric motor.    ADVANTAGE - Provides the drive rotor that can be thermally radiated efficiently and improves the heat dissipation of an electric motor since the drive rotor provides a pair of end surface facing an internal peripheral surface of the rotor chamber with end surface coating membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partially enlarged perspective view of the rotor chamber interior.    Rotor chamber (15)    Drive rotor (27)    End surfaces (27c,27f,28c,28f)    Metal surface (27h)    Side coating membrane (40b)
NOVELTY - The method involves inserting columnar resin (21) between a center part (12a) of a resin film (22) in width direction of a pair of pressure rolls e.g. upper pressure roll (11) and lower pressure roll, that is arranged in parallel. One of the pressure rolls is provided from the center part toward an edge part (12b) of the other pressure rolls. The columnar resin is rolled, so that thickness of ends of the rolls is thicker than thickness of the center part of the resin film.    USE - Method for manufacturing a resin film used as original fabric of an electrolytic membrane for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method can suppress local thickness reduction of the resin film and a neck at the time of extending while suppressing orientation anisotropy of the rolled resin film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating a method for manufacturing a resin film.    Upper pressure roll (11)    Center part (12a)    Edge part (12b)    Columnar resin (21)    Resin film (22)
NOVELTY - The gas-liquid separator (H42) has a porous structure (85) positioned over the separation chamber (81b) and storage chamber (81c), to discharge the hydrogen gas discharged from fuel cell. A control unit sets the supplied air pressure and air flow volume with respect to fuel cell, by adjusting the rotation speed of compressor.    USE - Gas-liquid separator for use in fuel cell system of fuel cell vehicle. Can also be used in fuel cell system of aircraft, electric train, walking robot and fuel cell system used for power generation in residential buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The gas fed into fuel cell is discharged efficiently in moderate humidification state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the structure of gas-liquid separator.    Case (81)    Separation chamber (81b)    Storage chamber (81c)    Porous structure (85)    Gas-liquid separator (H42)
NOVELTY - Method for operating and controlling a modifier, involves gradually increasing heating temperature of an outflow port as steam-reforming process progresses to reach the optimum temperature.    USE - Method for operating and controlling a modifier for a fuel cell system (claimed) which produces reformed hydrogen-rich gas.    ADVANTAGE - Extends the lifespan of modification catalyst.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an apparatus for controlling and operating a modifier; a modifier; and a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language texts).    Fuel cell system (100)    Liquid fuel (111A)    Modifier (141)    Burner (141A)    Oxygen-containing gas supply unit (150)    Fuel cell stack (170)
NOVELTY - The chassis structure (10) has loading chamber (34) arranged in vehicle rear side with respect to passenger compartment (32). A battery (16) supported on vehicle chassis moves to erect posture in vertical state with respect to floor panel of loading chamber and blocks a connection portion (34A) that connects passenger compartment and loading chamber, when electric power is supplied to motor for vehicle travel. The battery switches to side-lying position at one side of floor panel and opens connection portion. A locking mechanism (20) fixes upper side of battery in vertical state to chassis.    USE - Rear chassis structure of vehicle such as sedan type hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The loading chamber and the passenger compartment are connected and the loading chamber can be easily expanded, when conveying an elongated article. The rigidity of the boundary portion between the loading chamber and the passenger compartment can be secured, at the time of normal use. The structure can be simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the rear elevation view of the rear chassis structure of vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Chassis structure (10)    Battery (16)    Locking mechanism (20)    Passenger compartment (32)    Loading chamber (34)    Connection portion (34A)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (40) has an internal resistance value detection unit (30) to detect an internal resistance value of a vehicle mounted battery (12) at the time of start-up of an engine (10). A deterioration judging unit (24) determines whether the vehicle mounted battery is deteriorated by comparing the internal resistance value with a predetermined deterioration determination threshold value (26). A threshold value correction unit corrects the threshold value according to the resistance value when an unused vehicle mounted battery is mounted.    USE - Degradation determination apparatus for a vehicle mounted battery.    ADVANTAGE - The threshold value correction unit corrects the threshold value according to the resistance value when the unused vehicle mounted battery is mounted, thus improving the determination precision of the deteriorating degree of the vehicle mounted battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a structure of a control system of a vehicle with a degradation determination apparatus. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Engine (10)    Vehicle mounted battery (12)    Deterioration judging unit (24)    Predetermined deterioration determination threshold value (26)    Internal resistance value detection unit (30)    Degradation determination apparatus (40)
NOVELTY - The device has a voltage control part (171) controlling voltage of an output side of a battery (14), where the controlled voltage is applied to a vehicle lamp such as head lamp (24). An acquisition part acquires visibility information during an operation of a motor vehicle. A current sensor detects charging current and discharge current of the battery, where the battery is connected to an alternator via a fuse. A regulator is attached to the alternator. The fuse is provided in an electric circuit.    USE - Power supply device for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage control part controls the voltage of the output side of the battery, thus reducing power consumption of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block representation of a power supply device for a vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery (14)    Power supply control part (17)    Head lamp (24)    Voltage control part (171)    Voltage detecting part (172)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a vehicle-mounted battery providing power to a starter that starts a vehicle engine. An electronic-control unit is started by carrying out an electric power supply from the vehicle-mounted battery at an ON state of an ignition switch. A memory stores a flag that shows whether starting of the electronic control unit is completed after transferring an ON state of the ignition switch to OFF state. A degradation judging part determines degradation of the vehicle-mounted battery based on the state of the flag at the time of starting of an electronic-control unit.    USE - Battery i.e. vehicle-mounted battery, degradation determination apparatus for a vehicles electric power system.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus eliminates determination impotency of the degradation state of the vehicle mounted battery resulting from the reset of the electronic-control unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a timing diagram determining degradation of a vehicle-mounted battery.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The humidifier (1) has several independent hollow fiber membrane bundles (11) that are accommodated in a cylindrical case (21). A fluid is made to pass through the hollow fiber membrane bundles. Another fluid having different humidity from the fluid flowing through the hollow fiber membrane bundles, is made to pass through outer peripheral side of hollow fiber membrane bundles. A partition wall (26) is formed between adjacent hollow fiber membrane bundles and along the extension direction of hollow fiber membrane bundles.    USE - Humidifier for fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water content exchange efficiency of the humidifier can be improved reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial exploded perspective view of the humidifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidifier (1)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Hollow fiber membrane (12)    Cylindrical case (21)    Partition wall (26)
NOVELTY - The battery has a terminal (4) integrally molded with bushing. The terminal is made of lead, calcium and tin alloy. An electric pole made of lead-calcium alloy is inserted into the bushing and welded with the bushing.    USE - Storage battery e.g. lead acid battery for two-wheeled motor vehicle. Can also be used in four-wheeled motor vehicle and industry.    ADVANTAGE - Since the terminal is made of lead, calcium and tin alloy, and electric pole is made of lead-calcium alloy, the intensity of the terminal is improved, electric pole can be welded efficiently with the bushing, and recycling of storage battery is improved. The number of elements required for fixing the terminal to the battery lid is reduced and the battery can be assembled efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the upper section of storage battery.    Battery case (1)    Lid (2)    Notch (3)    Terminal (4)    Bottom portion (4F)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) has membrane electrode assembly (30) including electrolytic membranes (31) that are formed at surfaces of catalyst electrodes (32,33). The anode and cathode gas diffusion flow-path structures (41,42) are attached to surfaces of membrane electrode assembly of battery cell (12), to supply fuel gas and gas containing oxygen to anode and cathode of catalyst electrodes respectively. The anode and cathode gas diffusion flow-path structures are connected integrally at circumference of separator (50) between the surfaces of the battery cell.    USE - Fuel cell installed in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The anode and cathode gas diffusion flow-path structures are connected integrally at circumference of separator, to supply fuel gas and gas containing oxygen to anode and cathode of catalyst electrodes respectively. Hence the resistance of the fuel cell during flow of electrons from anode gas diffusion flow-path structure to the cathode gas diffusion flow-path structure can be reduced. The anode and cathode gas diffusion flow-path structures are connected easily, so that the manufacturing process of the fuel cell can be simplified. The electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell can be increased reliably. The mechanical weight of battery cell is reduced, so that the overall weight of the fuel is reduced reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Battery cell (12)    Membrane electrode assembly (30)    Electrolytic membrane (31)    Catalyst electrodes (32,33)    Anode gas diffusion flow-path structure (41)    Cathode gas diffusion flow-path structure (42)    Separator (50)
NOVELTY - The positive electrode (1) and negative electrode are alternately stacked through separator. A positive electrode material layer is formed on both surfaces of positive electrode collector (4). Negative electrode material layer is formed on both surfaces of negative electrode collector. Non-aqueous electrolyte material is filled between collectors. Electrode material (16) is filled in recesses (15) formed along surfaces of collector (4). Electrode material (17) having higher electrical resistance than electrode material (16), is made to cover the material (16).    USE - Electrode assembly of secondary battery for use in motor vehicle. Can also be used in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The contact force of collector and electrode material layer can be improved and the electric power generation of secondary battery can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the positive electrode of secondary battery.    Positive electrode (1)    Positive electrode collector (4)    Recesses (15)    Electrode materials (16,17)
NOVELTY - The oxidant gas entrance and exit side manifolds (13,15) supply and discharge the oxidant gas to and from a surface (11a) of membrane electrode assembly (MEA) respectively. A coolant entrance side manifold (17) supplies coolant to surface (11c) of MEA from exterior, and coolant exit side manifold (18) discharges the coolant from surface (11c). A heat transfer suppression portion (19) attached to coolant side manifolds, suppresses the heat transfer between region (A-IN) and region (A-OUT) of periphery of oxidant gas entrance side and exit side manifolds respectively.    USE - Cathode side separator for fuel cell of fuel cell system (both claimed) mounted in fuel cell vehicle. Can also be used in robot, vessel, aircraft, building, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The oxidant gas inlet peripheral region of the fuel cell can be heated efficiently so that the start-up performance of the fuel cell in low-temperature environment can be improved reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell;    (2) fuel cell system; and    (3) control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of the cathode side separator. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cathode side separator (11)    Surfaces of MEA (11a,11c)    Oxidant gas entrance side manifold (13)    Oxidant gas exit side manifold (15)    Coolant entrance side manifold (17)    Coolant exit side manifold (18)    Heat transfer suppression portion (19)    Region of periphery of oxidant gas entrance side manifold (A-IN)    Region of periphery of oxidant gas exit side manifold (A-OUT)
NOVELTY - A lithium ion secondary battery (10) has a negative electrode having negative electrode active material (17), a positive electrode having a positive electrode active material (12), and an ionic conduction medium for conducting lithium ion. The ratio (atomic%) of number of atom of phosphorus on surface of positive electrode and total atom number of transition metal element on surface of positive electrode is 0.1-1 in photoelectron spectrum of phosphorus on surface of positive electrode by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy existing at 133-137 eV.    USE - Lithium ion secondary battery is used as power supply. Uses include but are not limited to electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle, portable terminal, portable electronic device, small electric power storage apparatus, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium ion secondary battery has excellent charging/discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lithium ion secondary battery has a negative electrode having negative electrode active material capable of occluding and discharging lithium ion, a positive electrode having a positive electrode active material capable of occluding and discharging lithium ion, and an ionic conduction medium for conducting lithium ion, interposed between positive electrode and negative electrode. The ratio (atomic%) of number of atom of phosphorus on surface of positive electrode and total atom number of transition metal element on surface of positive electrode is 0.1-1 in photoelectron spectrum of phosphorus on surface of positive electrode by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy existing at 133-137 eV.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of lithium ion secondary battery.    Lithium ion secondary battery (10)    Collector (11)    Positive electrode active material (12)    Positive electrode sheet (13)    Negative electrode active material (17)    Negative electrode sheet (18)
NOVELTY - The device has electrode terminals (12,13) that are divided into two groups of electrode terminal portions (17,18) which are arranged in assembled battery, and protruded from the surface of battery. The electrode terminal portions are respectively provided in the cooling paths (40,41).    USE - Cooling device for battery such as nickel hydride secondary battery, lithium ion secondary battery, organic radical battery, etc., of propulsion motor for motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Cooling effect of battery is improved without increasing the size of device. Mounting property of device is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of the cooling path, and explaining the relationship of electrode terminal. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrode terminals (12,13)    Fin (15)    Electrode terminal portions (17,18)    Fan (21)    Cooling paths (40,41)
NOVELTY - A non-chemically formed paste-type positive electrode plate and non-chemically formed paste-type negative electrode plate are laminated through a separator. Then, an electrolyte solution is injected and battery case chemical formation is carried out, to obtain lead acid battery. A monobasic lead sulfate is added to the active material of paste-type positive electrode plate and phosphoric acid is added to electrolyte solution.    USE - Manufacture of lead acid battery used for electric vehicles e.g. forklift truck, motor vehicles and uninterruptible power system.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides lead acid battery which has small size, lightweight and durable trickle charge.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the manufacture of paste-type active material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves monitoring output condition of fuel cell, and determining whether the output of fuel cell is low. The determination unit is used to determine whether driving request of fuel cell is high-load driving request when output of fuel cell is low. The catalyst activity of fuel cell is recovered when driving request of fuel cell is determined as high-load driving request.    USE - Control method of fuel cell for use in fuel-cell electric vehicle, and fuel-cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in two-wheeled vehicle, vessel, airplane, robot, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Output corresponding to the load request can be provided smoothly. Vehicle acceleration performance can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flow chart explaining the control process of fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has a temperature sensor (52) that detects the temperature of the fuel cell. An anode scavenging-air unit supplies the oxidizing gas to anode, to scavenge the anode. A cathode blocking unit blocks the cathode by closing the opening/closing valves (32,33), when the electric power generated from fuel cell is stopped. An elapsed time judging unit determines whether predetermined time is passed based on the electric power generation stop time.    USE - Fuel cell system for electric vehicle such as car. Can also be used in aircraft, marine vessel and other motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cathode blocking unit blocks the cathode by closing the opening/closing valves, when the electric power generated from fuel cell is stopped. Hence the deterioration of the fuel cell can be suppressed. The concentration of the fuel can be controlled. The discharge of the high concentration fuel can be controlled efficiently.    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 pump (31)    Opening/closing valves (32,33)    Temperature sensor (52)    Timer (54)
NOVELTY - A slurry (12) containing nickel powder, pore-forming material, and thickener is applied to an electroconductive core (11), and used as slurry-applied substrate (11a) to form sintered substrate of several rows. The substrate is dried and thickness of slurry-dried substrate (11b) is adjusted. The thickness-adjusted substrate (11c) is sintered, to obtain a nickel sintered substrate (10). The thickness is adjusted such that the thickness reduction is 20-150 mu m with respect to the thickness of a row with the most thin slurry-dried substrate.    USE - Manufacture of nickel sintered substrate used for nickel positive electrode plates and negative electrode plates of nickel-hydrogen storage batteries and nickel-cadmium batteries. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, personal computers, electric tools, electric-power-assisted bicycles, hybrid vehicles, and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables simultaneous formation of sintered substrates of several rows, maintaining the liquid maintenance characteristics of each row. The obtained substrate provides nickel positive electrode plates with reduced variation in battery capacity, as the variation in filling amount of active material is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view explaining the manufacturing method of sintered substrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Nickel sintered substrate (10)    Electroconductive core (11)    Slurry-applied substrate (11a)    Slurry-dried substrate (11b)    Thickness-adjusted substrate (11c)    Slurry (12)
NOVELTY - The battery has battery cover (17) attached to a battery can, when outer periphery flange portion (17a) covers the opening of the battery can. An outer periphery flange portion (18b) of safety valve portion (18) is formed corresponding to the outer periphery flange portion of the battery cover. The upright formation of annular crimping convex portion of the safety valve portion is carried out integrally. The crimping convex portion is crimped, and is bonded with respect to battery cover by performing laser welding.    USE - Closed type lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply for electronic device mounted in vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The connection of safety valve portion and the battery cover can be performed effectively by performing laser welding, the internal resistance value of the secondary battery can be stabilized and the heavy-current output can be obtained efficiently from the secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the lithium ion secondary battery.    Battery cover (17)    Outer periphery flange portion of battery cover (17a)    Safety valve portion (18)    Outer periphery flange portion of safety valve portion (18b)    Connection convex portion (18c)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (30) has burn-off unit (35) that forms several segmentation electrodes (21a) by applying voltage with respect to one surface side of the metallized film (21) arranged in the periphery of the insulation defect portion. A pre healing unit (31) removes the metal film by making the pre healing roller (33) contact the opposite surface side of the metallized film.    USE - Manufacturing apparatus of film capacitor used as smoothing capacitor for inverter circuit used in e.g. air conditioning machine of hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electronic machine and electric equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The degradation of the insulation of the metal film is prevented and the manufacturing efficiency of the film capacitor is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of film capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the film capacitor manufacturing apparatus.    Metallized film (21)    Segmentation electrodes (21a)    Manufacturing apparatus of film capacitor (30)    Pre healing unit (31)    Pre healing roller (33)    Burn-off unit (35)
NOVELTY - The circuit (100) has two-way switches (Q0,Qap-Qcp,Qan-Qcn) connected to diodes (D0,Dap-Dcp,Dan-Dcn). The terminals of inductors (L1,L2) and capacitors (C1,C2) are connected to electrode sides of direct current (DC)-power supply unit (V0) and poles (P,N) of three-phase switching circuit (S3ph). The three-phase input/output terminals (Iap-Icp) are connected at intermediate points of switches, and current is transmitted between poles based on control of switches. The secondary battery is charged when abnormality is detected in three-phase switch circuit.    USE - Power inverter circuit used in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The secondary battery is electrically charged when generation of abnormality is detected in three-phase switch circuit connected to inductors, capacitors and direct current power supply unit. Hence the disconnection of electric power supply during generation of abnormality and removal of electric power can be performed simultaneously. The generation of heat from each circuit element by flow of heavy current can be prevented reliably. The reckless driving operation of the electric motor installed in vehicle can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the power inverter circuit.    Power inverter circuit (100)    Capacitors (C1,C2)    Diodes (D0,Dap-Dcp,Dan-Dcn)    Three-phase input/output terminals (Iap-Icp)    Inductors (L1,L2)    Poles of three-phase switching circuit (P,N)    Two-way switches (Q0,Qap-Qcp,Qan-Qcn)    Three-phase switching circuit (S3ph)    DC power supply unit (V0)
NOVELTY - The direct current to direct current (DC-DC) converter apparatus (23) has a control unit (54) that supplies a drive signal to a switching element (81,82) that performs voltage conversion between secondary side smoothing capacitors. An electric power apparatus supplies electric current to control unit. The drive signal is supplied to switching element when the connection between the electric power apparatuses is disconnected.    USE - Direct current to direct current (DC-DC) converter apparatus for hybrid DC power supply system of fuel cell vehicle and electric vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The control unit supplies drive signal to switching element when connection between electric power apparatuses is disconnected. Hence the switching of the switching element can be controlled efficiently. The load to smoothing capacitor can be reduced. The electric charge can be discharged from the smoothing capacitor quickly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hybrid direct current (DC) power supply system;    (2) fuel cell vehicle;    (3) electric vehicle; and    (4) discharge method of capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (20)    DC-DC converter apparatus (23)    Motor (26)    Control unit (54)    Switching element (81,82)
NOVELTY - The power supply device has a capacitor (3) that is connected to a generator (1) through a transfer switch (2a). The capacitor is connected to a secondary battery (4) through transfer switch (2b). The capacitor and secondary battery (8) are connected through an opening-and-closing switch (5). The electric energy of capacitor is supplied to secondary battery (8) and an electric load (9) through a direct current (DC)-DC converter (6), when opening and closing switch is in closed state.    USE - Power supply device mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The capacitance of the capacitor is utilized efficiently, and the recovery efficiency of the regeneration energy generated at the time of deceleration of vehicle is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Generator (1)    Transfer switches (2a,2b)    Capacitor (3)    Secondary batteries (4,8)    Opening-and-closing switch (5)    DC-DC converter (6)    Electric load (9)
NOVELTY - The cooling device has a partition (311) that is arranged in the housing (H) to separate a differential gear (G) and motor generator (M). A communication hole (h) is formed in the downward side of the partition for connecting main storage chamber and a gear storage chamber. A guide portion (315) is attached with respect to the partition to guide lubricating oil scraped by differential gear to the communication hole formed in the downward side of the partition.    USE - Cooling device of rotary electric machine e.g. motor generator used as drive source of electric vehicle such as fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Lubricating oil scraped by differential gear can be supplied effectively to the communication hole formed in the downward side of the partition. Hence, lubricating oil can be supplied effectively to the stator and cooling capability of rotary electric machine can be improved. Scattering of the lubricating oil scraped by gear can be blocked by guide portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the cooling device.    Partition (311)    Guide portion (315)    Differential gear (G)    Housing (H)    Motor generator (M)    Communication hole (h)
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery consists of a separator arranged between a positive electrode containing an active material consisting of a composite metal oxide containing lithium, nickel and manganese, and a negative electrode, and an electrolyte. The battery is preserved after charging at 30-70 degrees C to a charging voltage of 90-110% of the rated voltage, and applying the charged voltage at 30-70 degrees C after assembling.    USE - Nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, notebook personal computers, automotive applications, electric power storage applications, and large-scale applications.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery has excellent output characteristics at high electric current rate, safety, cycle characteristics, capacity, and high-temperature characteristics.
NOVELTY - A negative electrode material contains coating layer having carbide of nitrogen-containing material consisting of composite particles formed on the graphite particle surface.    USE - Negative electrode material is used for lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) used for electronic device, motor vehicles and tool.    ADVANTAGE - The negative electrode material has suppressed electrolysis reaction of electrolyte solution on the surface of negative electrode. The lithium ion secondary battery comprising negative electrode material has reduced irreversible capacitance and excellent battery characteristics such as load characteristics, charging characteristics and cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of negative electrode material.
NOVELTY - An additive contains nitrogen-containing onium salt (A) in which the nitrogen atom (a) is bonded with organic group having polymerizable unsaturated bond and the nitrogen atom (a) or another nitrogen atom (b) is bonded with poly(oxyalkylene) chain.    USE - Additive is used for electrolyte solution (claimed) for lithium secondary battery for mobile telephone, personal computer and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used for protective film of positive electrode and lithium ion capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The secondary battery formed using the additive has improved output characteristics and charging/discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrolyte solution, which contains nonaqueous solvent, electrolyte and additive.
NOVELTY - The direction and distribution amount of the distortions produced in the liner (2) comprising fiber reinforced resin layer group (3) are analyzed, when an impact force acts on the liner from exterior portion. The lower limit of the thickness helical winding layer of liner is calculated, when the axial direction distortion is larger than the circumferential direction distortion produced in the liner. The ratio of the thickness of hoop winding layer of liner to the lower limit thickness of the helical winding layer is calculated.    USE - Method for designing high pressure tank used for storing of hydrogen gas and compressed natural gas for fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The stress produced in the tank can be reliably reduced by the hoop and helical winding layers of the liner. The generation of cracks in the fiber reinforced resin layer of liner can be suppressed, even when the tank receives a local impact force.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the high pressure tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    High pressure tank (1)    Liner (2)    Fiber reinforced resin layer group (3)    Cylindrical trunk portion (22)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (100) has fuel cell (101) and flow controller (107) that controls the flow of coolant for cooling fuel cell, in the coolant flow path. A controller (110) controls operation of flow controller so that amount of cooling of fuel cell during termination of power supply at the time of abnormality detection in fuel cell, is made greater than that at normal power supply termination.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of cooling of fuel cell during termination of power supply at the time of abnormality detection in fuel cell, is made greater than that at normal power supply termination. Hence temperature of fuel cell at the time of abnormality detection in fuel cell, can be reduced rapidly. The efficiency of the fuel cell system 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 (100)    Fuel cell (101)    Flow controller (107)    Controller (110)    Fuel gas supplier (200)
NOVELTY - The manufacturing apparatus has a shaft (60) which is extended in vertical direction and secured to the shaft center of liner (20). A rotary drive unit rotates the liner about the shaft as the axis of rotation. A winding portion winds the fibers impregnated with the resin, around the rotated liner.    USE - Manufacturing apparatus of fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) tank used for storing high pressure gas in fuel cell system mounted in vehicle such as fuel cell electric vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - The liner is rotated stably and the eccentricity at the time of liner rotation is suppressed and the installation area of manufacturing apparatus is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the principle portion of support structure of liner.    Liner (20)    Nozzle (22)    Engaging portion (23)    Shaft (60)    Screw cutter portion (230)
NOVELTY - A pyrophosphoric acid containing tin, zirconium, titanium or silicon and phosphoric acid are mixed, heated at 80-160 degrees C and maintained at 200-400 degrees C, to obtain proton-conducting structure (10).    USE - Proton-conducting structure is used as solid electrolyte for fuel cell used for generating electric power (claimed) and hydrogen sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The structure has excellent proton conductivity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of proton-conducting structure.    Proton-conducting structure (10)    Core (11)    Coating layer (12)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has fuel cell (1) which generates electric power by electrochemical reaction between an oxidizing agent gas and fuel gas supplied to oxidizing agent electrode (34) and fuel electrode (67) respectively. A control apparatus (40) controls supply of fuel gas to fuel electrode, and changes pressure when exist electrode is closed. The control device periodically fluctuates the pressure of fuel gas based on differential pressure fluctuation pattern for executing pressure change with pressure width.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The equalization of fuel electrode gas is attained, since control apparatus periodically fluctuates the pressure based on differential pressure fluctuation pattern. The increase in count of execution of pressure increase and decrease per unit time is suppressed since the fuel gas supply rate is increased, thus deterioration of fuel cell system is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows block diagram of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (1)    Oxidizing agent electrode (34)    Control apparatus (40)    Fuel electrode (67)    Fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The mobile communication terminal (101) has a setting unit (102) that sets preset radio signal which is transmitted when vehicle (107) is moved to preset communication areas (104,105). The specific control signal is received from base station (106) after reaching destination. The alert signal is produced by alerting unit (103) when preset radio signal is received. The information related to reaching of dangerous area by the vehicle, is included in the specific control signal. The driver's status, vehicle speed and positional information are detected.    USE - Mobile communication terminal such as mobile telephone for alarm system installed in hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle (all claimed). Can also be used in personal handy phone system (PHS) and personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - The alert signal is produced by mobile communication terminal when predetermined radio signal is received after reaching to preset communication areas. Hence the condition of the vehicle and the status of driver at the predetermined communication areas can be acquired reliably. The necessary control operation related to the reaching of dangerous area by the vehicle can be performed rapidly, so that the dangerous situation of the driver and passengers of the vehicle, can be avoided. The occurrence of accident of vehicle can be prevented reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) base station; and    (2) control method for mobile communication terminal.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating the use condition of mobile communication terminal. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Mobile communication terminal (101)    Setting unit (102)    Alerting unit (103)    Communication areas (104,105)    Base station (106)    Vehicle (107)
NOVELTY - The anode and cathode compartments (18,20) have anode (10) and cathode (12) that are placed in anode fluidium comprising oxidation reaction reagents and cathode fluidium comprising reduction reaction reagents. The cation exchange membranes (4) and anion exchange membranes (6) are placed alternately between cathode and anode. The electrolyte compartments are formed between cation exchange membranes and anion exchange membranes. The channels are arranged in intermediate layers (26,28) in such a way that the fluid is flown through the electrolyte compartments.    USE - Device for performing electrodialysis process for desalination of mineral, or reversed electrodialysis process for generating energy from sea water and river water.    ADVANTAGE - The electrodialysis or reversed electrodialysis process can be performed effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for generating electric energy or performing electrodialysis.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the device for performing electrodialysis or reversed electrodialysis process.    Cation exchange membrane (4)    Anion exchange membrane (6)    Anode (10)    Cathode (12)    Anode compartment (18)    Cathode compartment (20)    Intermediate layers (26,28)
NOVELTY - The electric vehicle (1) has first generator (8) which is provided in casing (2), and is driven by rotation of blade (3). A second generator (10) is provided in vehicle, and is driven at time of rotation of axle shaft (100) of vehicle. A third generator (11) is rotates at time of braking of crankshaft (101) of vehicle. A control apparatus (13) of storage battery (15) distributes electric power to battery (16) that supplies electric power to motor (18) of vehicle.    USE - Electric vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to effectively and reliably use and store wind that is naturally produced at time of driving, and decreases production amount of electric power since control apparatus of storage battery distributes electric power to battery that supplies electric power to motor of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of storage battery of electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Vehicle (1)    Casing (2)    Blade (3)    First generator (8)    Second generator (10)    Third generator (11)    Control apparatus (13)    Storage battery (15)    Battery (16)    Motor (18)    Axle shaft (100)    Crankshaft (101)
NOVELTY - The tool (30) has main portion having outer surface which is made of insulating material. A clamping portion has pressurization clamping unit (31), for clamping electrode terminals comprising electrical storage elements e.g. capacitor portion (12). The clamping unit is opened and closed with respect to electrode terminals so as to clamp the electrode terminals.    USE - Electrode connection tool for electrical storage apparatus e.g. lithium ion capacitor (both claimed) for use in secondary battery used in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode terminals can be connected easily by tool. The reliability and operability of tool can be improved. The connection resistance between electrode terminals can be reduced. The impact on tool from outside can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of capacitor cell connected by electrode connection tool.    Capacitor portion (12)    Electrode connection tool (30)    Pressurization clamping unit (31)    Lead wire for electric power (40)    Lead wire for power monitor (41)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has an electrical unit, which has an inadmissibly high voltage level for a contact by a person. A signaling sensor (7) is provided to respond in case of an accident. The signaling sensor is attached at a warning device (10) for signaling the voltage level.    USE - Vehicle, particularly hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle has an electrical unit, which has an inadmissibly high voltage level for a contact by a person, and hence ensures improved recognition of warning of damaged vehicle to a person, particularly rescue squad by the electrical unit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for warning an inadmissibly high electrical voltage with a vehicle, particularly hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a vehicle with a signaling sensor and warning device.    Vehicle (1)    High volt battery (4)    Electric motor (5)    Signaling sensor (7)    Warning device (10)
NOVELTY - The device (2) has a synchronization line (11) guided from a control unit (9) to measurement devices (7) or from one of the measurement devices to the other measurement devices. The synchronization line is provided for simultaneously reading measurement values of the measurement devices based on a read command of the control unit. The line has potential free signal coupling devices (15, 20, 25, 30) designed as an opto coupler (32), a magneto-resistive coupler (33) and/or a capacitive coupler (34) and attached to the measurement devices.    USE - Device for measuring electrical cell voltages in electrical storage cells of an electrical storage in a wind power plant or in a vehicle e.g. hybrid- and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The synchronization line is guided from the control unit to the measurement devices or from one of the measurement devices to all other measurement devices and is provided for simultaneously reading the measurement values of the measurement devices, thus enabling simultaneous measurement of the electrical cell voltages at all the measurement devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for measuring electrical cell voltages in electrical storage cells of an electrical storage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a device for measuring electrical cell voltages in electrical storage cells.    Electrical cell voltage measuring device (2)    Measurement devices (7)    Control unit (9)    Synchronization line (11)    Potential-free signal coupling devices (15, 20, 25, 30)    Opto coupler (32)    Magneto-resistive coupler (33)    Capacitive coupler (34)
NOVELTY - The method involves attaching an electrical storage device (4) to an electrical machine (3), and adjusting loading condition of the storage device by a load strategy using corresponding operation of the electrical machine. The load strategy of the storage device is controlled in dependence of a driver's set target and/or a distance profile running from a vehicle. The loading condition of the electrical storage device is varied over the load strategy with in a predefined operating range of the storage device.    USE - Method for operating a hybrid drive train of a vehicle e.g. truck and bus.    ADVANTAGE - The load strategy of the storage device is controlled in dependence of the driver's set target and/or the distance profile running from the vehicle, thus adjusting the loading condition of the electrical storage device according to the driving situation in an optimal manner. The loading condition of the electrical storage device is varied over the load strategy with in the predefined operating range of the storage device, thus avoiding damage to the storage device in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a hybrid drive train of a vehicle.    Hybrid drive train (1)    Internal combustion engine (2)    Electrical machine (3)    Electrical storage device (4)    Coupling device (5)
NOVELTY - The motor vehicle has a vehicle battery (10) and an electric starter (12) for an internal combustion engine. An electrical connection of the vehicle battery is coupled with an electrical connection of the starter by a circuit branch (20). The electrical connection of the vehicle battery is electrically coupled with the electrical connection of the starter by a parallel-connected another circuit branch (22) in addition to the former circuit branch. The latter circuit branch has a memory for electrical energy and a switching unit. The memory is different from the vehicle battery.    USE - Motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The motor vehicle has a vehicle battery and an electric starter for an internal combustion engine, where an electrical connection of the vehicle battery is coupled with an electrical connection of the starter by a circuit branch, and hence effectively controls the adverse effects of the operation of a starter of a motor vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for starting an internal combustion engine by an electric starter and a vehicle battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of electrical components of a motor vehicle.    Vehicle battery (10)    Electric starter (12)    Magnetic switch (14)    Circuit branches (20,22)    Double-layer capacitor (34)
NOVELTY - The arrangement (10) has a tube (12) whose end section (14) is inserted into a corresponding end section (16) of another tube (18). A flange (20) of the former tube is connected with a flange (22) of the latter tube by a connecting unit i.e. stud bold (24), such that a gap (28) is formed between the flanges. The tubes are rotatable relative to each other around a tube middle axis (A) when the flanges are connected. One of the flanges has an opening for receiving the connecting unit. A sleeve (26) surrounds the connecting unit.    USE - Tubes connection arrangement for use in a fuel cell system (claimed) of a drive device of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The tubes are rotatable relative to each other around the tube middle axis when the flanges are connected, so that torsion of the arrangement due to relative rotatability of the tubes can be compensated, and hence improved flexibility in relation to mechanical loads can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of a tubes connection arrangement along an axis.    Tube middle axis (A)    Tubes connection arrangement (10)    Tubes (12, 18)    End sections (14, 16)    Flanges (20, 22)    Stud bolt (24)    Sleeve (26)    Gap (28)
NOVELTY - The method involves operating a recirculation conveying equipment (7) i.e. blower, during a switching-off process that is started after switching off a fuel cell system (1) when a safety valve is temporarily open. An electrical heater (9) is provided in an area of the recirculation conveying equipment to heat the recirculation conveying equipment in critical phases during the switching-off process and/or a starting process of the fuel cell system. Hot lubricant of the fuel cell system flows through the electrical heater.    USE - Method for operating a fuel cell system i.e. proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell system, in a vehicle (claimed) i.e. motor vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to a trackless land vehicle, rail-bound land vehicle, ship and aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical heater is provided in the area of the recirculation conveying equipment to heat the conveying equipment during the switching-off process and/or the starting process of the fuel cell system, thus ensuring the switching-off process without additional structural measures and rapid restart of the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system with associated components.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Cathode region (3)    Anode region (4)    Recirculation conveying equipment (7)    Electrical heater (9)
NOVELTY - Coating composition (I) comprises a mixture of nanocrystalline metal oxide particles, titanium dioxide sol and at least one compound from glass-forming elements in dissolved or dispersed form, where the glass-forming elements are capable of glass formation in oxide form and the proportion of metal oxide particles is 20-70 mass%.    USE - (I) is useful for producing a layer with a hierarchical micro- and nano-structured surface (claimed). The layer is useful in biological array and fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I) provides layer with high mechanical resistance, such as wear resistance and good adhesion to technically usable surfaces for the implementation of superhydrophobic and superhydrophilic surface properties. The layer is: formed without any additional effect of a physical structuring procedure (such as laser structuring or anodic oxidation), hence economical, and free of cracks.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) producing a layer with a hierarchical micro- and nano-structured surface comprising forming a liquid mixture from metal oxide particles, titanium dioxide sol and the compound from glass-forming elements, applying the liquid mixture on a surface to be coated, drying the obtained layer and heat treating the coated surface; and    (2) the layer obtained by the above process.
NOVELTY - The oxygen recovery system (200) has an oxygen separator (210) located downstream of an oxygen evolution anode (130) in a recharge direction of flow to separate the evolved oxygen (230) from electrolyte solution (120). An oxygen recovery path (220) is arranged between the oxygen separator and an oxygen reduction cathode (110) to direct the evolved oxygen separated from the electrolyte solution to the oxygen reduction cathode.    USE - Oxygen recovery system for electrochemical cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical cell efficiency is improved, since oxygen recovery path directs the evolved oxygen separated from the electrolyte solution to the oxygen reduction cathode. Hence, electrochemical cell's lifespan is increased. The size and cost of electrochemical cell is reduced and is used for several applications appropriately.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for recovering evolved oxygen from regenerative electrochemical cell; and    (2) electrochemical cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the regenerative electrochemical cell with the evolved oxygen recovery system.    Oxygen reduction cathode (110)    Electrolyte solution (120)    Oxygen evolution anode (130)    Oxygen recovery system (200)    Oxygen separator (210)    Oxygen recovery path (220)    Separated oxygen (230)
NOVELTY - The heater has magnetic-conducting heater bodies (2) separately arranged in cell grids in an inner side of a lead-acid accumulator (1) in parallel. A polyester heating bottom plate (3) is formed by an annular electromagnetic coil (4), magnetic concentrator and two wiring posts. A control system is connected to the electromagnetic coil by the two wiring posts to transmit low-voltage high-frequency current to the electromagnetic coil so as to generate an alternating magnetic field and to enable the magnetic-conducting heater bodies to form a vortex to heat an accumulator electrolyte.    USE - Heater for a low-voltage full-bridge series resonant soft switch circuit of a liquid lead-acid accumulator of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heater has high automation control degree, high heating efficiency, high safety and reliability and long service life, and is convenient to mount and maintain. The heater enables the liquid lead-acid accumulator of the vehicle to be used in severe cold regions, so that the accumulator has wide application range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The control system is a full-bridge series resonant soft switch circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a heater.    Lead-acid accumulator (1)    Magnetic-conducting heater bodies (2)    Heating bottom plate (3)    Annular electromagnetic coil (4)    Magnetic concentrating bars (5)    Temperature control element (9)
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a bodywork whose front end and back end are provided with a front wheel (1') and a rear wheel (1). A wheel framework and/or spoke (6) of front wheel and/or rear wheel is provided with an illuminant (4). A wheel axletree (2) of front wheel and/or rear wheel is provided with a generating set (3), where the generating set electrically connects the illuminant. A magnet is provided with a turning block, which is provided with a magnetic pole between the magnet and turning block that is coiled.    USE - Bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The generating set has simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a bicycle.    Rear wheel (1)    Front wheel (1')    Wheel axletree (2)    Generating set (3)    Illuminant (4)    Spoke (6)
NOVELTY - The circuit has a coding circuit (U2) for providing drive signals to photoelectric relay groups (U4), and a single sheet machine (U1) for measuring pressure of a single battery of a fuel battery. The single sheet machine is connected to an interface circuit (U3) of a controller area network (CAN) bus to send a pressure numerical value of the single battery to a bleeder circuit (U5) of the bus. The single sheet machine is connected to the bleeder circuit to collect pressure signals of the single battery of the fuel battery.    USE - Single battery pressure examining circuit for a fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The circuit has high credibility, and increases sampling speed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a single battery pressure examining circuit for a fuel battery.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Single sheet machine (U1)    Coding circuit (U2)    Interface circuit (U3)    Photoelectric relay groups (U4)    Bleeder circuit (U5)
NOVELTY - The cover has a post head hole arranged to run-through an inner and an outer surface of a cover body. The inner surface of the cover body is arranged with a socket group segregated by a set of slot grids. A socket of the socket group is arranged with a set of injection holes, where the injection hole is bent to the outer surface of the cover body. An incarnate part is arranged at a point of the outer surface of the cover body. An orifice of an exhaust orifice is arranged in the incarnate part. An incurvate slot is arranged on a pair of ad-dorsal sides of the outer surface.    USE - Cover for storing battery of a motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The cover allows a user to remove the storage battery and take out the battery from the storage battery box, without touching an exhaust orifice, so that acid liquid does not float out from the storage battery, thus preventing eroding of the motorcycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a cover for storing battery of a motorcycle.
NOVELTY - The cell pile has a current collector (2), an air collecting board (3) and compressing end plates (4, 5) arranged on two sides of a cell singles group (1). A double electrode plate (7) is fixed on two sides of a membrane electrode assembly (6). An air deflector is fixed on surface of the electrode plate, and a cooling flow passage is fixed in the deflector. An air inlet (10) is communicated to the deflector that is fixed on a side of an upper part of one of the compressing end plates, and an air outlet (11) is fixed on a side of a lower part of the other compressing end plate.    USE - Air cooling fuel cell pile.    ADVANTAGE - The cell pile guarantees the humidity of a proton exchange film. The generated condensation water does not block the air deflector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of an air cooling fuel cell pile.    Cell singles group (1)    Current collector (2)    Air collecting board (3)    Compressing end plates (4, 5)    Membrane electrode assembly (6)    Double electrode plate (7)    Air inlet (10)    Air outlet (11)
NOVELTY - The plate (1) has a surface provided with guiding grooves (2) and guiding holes (3). The guiding grooves are communicated with the guiding holes. Sealing O-ring (4) is provided on a circumference of the guiding grooves and the guiding holes. The guiding groove is adjacent with the guiding hole and communicated with the guiding hole on a side of the plate. The O-ring is provided within a dented groove on the surface.    USE - Bipolar plate for a tunnel-type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The plate improves air-proof quality, and simplifies working procedure. The plate is favorable for volume producing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of a bipolar plate.    Plate (1)    Guiding grooves (2)    Guiding holes (3)    Sealing O-ring (4)
NOVELTY - The device has a hydrogen or oxygen main air-in channel connected to a hydrogen or oxygen intake of a fuel cell pile. A branch pipe is provided with the hydrogen or oxygen main air-in channel, where an end of the branch pipe is connected to a hydrogen or oxygen outlet of the fuel cell pile.    USE - Fuel cell hydrogen and oxygen utilization device.    ADVANTAGE - The device has a simple structure, convenient operation and is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell hydrogen and oxygen utilization device.
NOVELTY - The earflap has multiple layers of cloth, and an electrothermal element installed between multiple layers of a cloth interlayer. The electrothermal element fixed at an inner side of the earflap is connected to an electrical source of a motorcycle or a battery operated cycle by a wire.    USE - Cold protective earflap for use by a bicyclist.    ADVANTAGE - The electrothermal element is installed between the cloth interlayer and a wollens interlayer to produce heat, so that the bicyclist is not nipped during extreme cold weather at outdoor and in frozen ground.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a cold protective earflap.
NOVELTY - Metal particles (5) comprises one or more elements comprising group IIIA-VIIB of the periodic table of elements and their mixtures, carrying hydrophobic groups on their surface.    USE - The metal particles are useful for the hydrolysis reaction of a chemical hydride into hydrogen (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition avoids the adhesion of borate on the catalyst surface during the hydrolysis reaction thus provides a good hydrophobic surface, prevents the system crash in the cooling reactor, and allows the hydrolysis reaction of a chemical hydride into hydrogen with very high concentrations of chemical hydrides without additional catalysts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) preparing metal particles, where a surface treatment intended to make the hydrophobic catalyst is carried out by plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition;    (2) a reaction chamber (1) for implementation of a hydrolysis reaction of a chemical hydride into hydrogen, where the reaction chamber comprises the metal particles; and    (3) fuel cell comprising the reaction chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a reaction chamber.    Reaction chamber (1)    Walls (2)    Ends (3, 4)    Metal particles. (5)
NOVELTY - A nitrogen containing carbon material is manufactured by heat-processing composition containing azulminic acid and boron compound in inert gas atmosphere.    USE - Manufacture of nitrogen containing carbon material used for lithium ion secondary battery negative electrode, electrode for capacitors, or fuel cell electrode.    ADVANTAGE - The method saves energy and resources, and obtains nitrogen containing carbon material with more nitrogen atom content.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a nitrogen containing carbon material.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has fuel cell (2) to which oxidant gas and fuel gas are supplied. A DC-DC converter (51) raises the output voltage of the fuel cell. A cool water circulation pump (504) circulates cool water to the converter. A controller (6) controls rotation speed of motor of the cool water circulation pump, such that electric power loss in the converter and power consumption in the circulation pump are reduced.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in robot, vessel, aircraft and residence building.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power loss in the converter and the power consumption in the pump can be minimized reliably so that efficiency of the fuel cell system can be improved.    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)    Controller (6)    Direct current-direct current converter (51)    Cool water circulation pump (504)
NOVELTY - The arrangement (3) has a gas-to-gas humidification device (7) for humidifying an oxidizing agent. The humidification device has an exhaust region and an oxidizing agent region, which are separated from each other by a separation layer. The separation layer enables transmission of humidity from the exhaust region into the oxidizing agent region for the humidification of the oxidizing agent. The humidification device has a monolithic honeycomb body for the formation of the exhaust region and the oxidizing agent region.    USE - Supplying arrangement for use with a fuel cell device of a fuel cell system (claimed) of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The arrangement is designed in a cost-effective manner and chargeable during operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell device (2)    Supplying arrangement (3)    Compressor (6)    Gas-to-gas humidification device (7)
NOVELTY - A ketone compound is manufactured by immersing precursor compound in aprotic solvent, and obtaining ketone compound.    USE - Manufacture of ketone compound used for manufacture of electrical storage device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method obtains ketone compound easily, reliably, efficiently, and inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A ketone compound is manufactured by immersing precursor compound of formula R1-C(=O)-C(OH)(OH)-C(=O)-R2 (1) in aprotic solvent, and obtaining ketone compound of formula R1-C(=O)-C-C(=O)-R2 (2).    R1,R2=H, F, N, O, S, Si, cyano, 1-8C alkyl, 2-8C alkenyl, 3-10C cycloalkyl, 3-10C cycloalkenyl, aryl, aralkyl, or ketone.    AN INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a manufacturing method of electrical storage device.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a taper-shaped airflow circuit in a moving body, and operating a wind-force rotation fan by airflow energy, where cross-sectional area of an air circuit (2) is larger than cross-sectional area of the airflow circuit. Motive power is generated by axial drive action of the wind-force rotation fan. A generator (5) is driven with a fan shaft. A rotary body is positioned in a flat airflow circuit. The air circuit is collided in a front surface of a vehicle body (1).    USE - Method for converting atmospheric energy into electric power during collision of the atmospheric energy with moving object i.e. motor vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to large-size car, big truck, bus, commercial vehicle and taxi.    ADVANTAGE - The method improves engine thermal efficiency, reduces load of a super-charger for motor movements and pressure emission resistance, reduces pollution caused by exhaust gas by increasing flow velocity, and enhances charging efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an electric power generating apparatus    (2) a wind-powered-electricity-generation method    (3) an electric power generation electrical storage supercharging method for a hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric power generating apparatus.    Vehicle body (1)    Air circuit (2)    Generator (5)    Air jet nozzle (11)    Front spoiler (15)
NOVELTY - A microporous membrane comprises polypropylene having mol. wt. of greater than 0.9x 106. The membrane has 130 degrees C heat shrinkage of less than or equal to 8.0% in at least one planar direction, and normalized air permeability of less than or equal to 4.0x 102 second/100 cm3-20 mu m.    USE - Microporous membrane is used for battery and battery system useful for moving electric vehicle or hybrid electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The membrane exhibits resistance to thermal shrinkage, particularly at elevated temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) producing the membrane which comprises stretching multilayer layer extrudate in at least one of machine direction (MD) or transverse direction (TD), where extrudate comprising at least first and second layers; removing at least portion of first and second diluents from stretched extrudate to produce dried membrane having first length along MD and first width along TD; stretching membrane in MD from first length to a second length larger than the first length by first magnification factor and stretching membrane in TD from first width to a second width that is larger than the first width by second magnification factor; and reducing second width to third width; and    (2) a battery comprising anode, cathode, electrolyte, and the multilayer microporous membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a cross-sectional, perspective view showing a cylindrical type lithium ion secondary battery.    Toroidal-type electrode assembly (1)    First separator (10)    Second separator (11)    Anode sheet (12)    Cathode sheet (13)
NOVELTY - A reaction vessel (16) having anode (24) and cathode (26), and plating solution including acid(s), surfactant(s), several carbon nanotubes and metal cations including metal(s), are provided. Then, power supply (18) is connected between cathode and anode and electrochemical-codeposition of positively charged carbon nanotubes and metal cations are carried out on cathode, to obtain nanocomposite. The metal provides a continuous metal phase for nanocomposite. The plating solution has pH of 2-4.5. Portion(s) of several carbon nanotubes are positively charged carbon nanotubes.    USE - Electrochemical-codeposition method for forming carbon nanotube-reinforced metal nanocomposite. Uses include but are not limited to heat exchanger, interface material, spacecraft radiator, electric motor, generator, antenna, printed circuit board, optoelectronic and microelectromechanical component, fuel cell and medical material.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides carbon nanotube-reinforced metal nanocomposite having high electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and tensile strength.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of electrochemical-codeposition apparatus.    Reaction vessel (16)    Power supply (18)    Anode (24)    Cathode (26)    Magnetic stirrer (28)    Spacer (30)
NOVELTY - The connection unit (39B) has slave battery-system main relays (S-SMR-B-1, S-SMR-G, S-SMR-P, S-SMR-B-2), that are connected between positive electrode of battery (BB1), negative electrode of battery (BB1), negative electrode of battery (BB2) and positive electrode of battery (BB2). A power feed line (PL1B) is connected in series with a current limiting resistor (R), towards a load relay (S-SMR-P). A conductor line (W1,W2) connects the identical negative electrodes of the two batteries.    USE - Connection unit for connecting batteries to load of vehicle (claimed) e.g. electric vehicle such as electric car. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the conductor line connects the identical negative electrodes of two batteries, the number of relays used for switching the batteries are reduced. Hence the weight, cost, installation space of the connection unit are reduced and the production of vehicles is enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the battery connection unit.    Batteries (BB1,BB2)    Power feed line (PL1B)    Current limiting resistor (R)    Relays (S-SMR-B-1,S-SMR-G,S-SMR-P,S-SMR-B-2)    Conductor line (W1,W2)    Connection unit (39B)
NOVELTY - An electrical capacitor (2) has a primary electrode formed using a porous material with fill ratio of less than 100%, a dielectric layer surrounding the primary electrode, and a secondary electrode formed in remaining volume to complement primary electrode and dielectric layer.    USE - Electrical capacitor, resistor, battery electrode for printed circuit board (PCB) assembly used in cell phone and catalyzer (all claimed) for industrial and chemical applications and in catalytic converter used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical capacitor having monolithic structure, no leakage, no heat loss, low serial resistance and inductance, and long life at elevated temperatures, is obtained. The damage of surrounding electronic component during failure is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of electrical capacitor;    (2) component (C) comprising primary conductive material(s) formed on surface of printed circuit board, and secondary material(s) formed on surface of primary conductive material by atomic layer deposition;    (3) catalyzer comprising a porous material having fill ratio of less then 100%, and a catalyst layer surrounding the primary electrode and formed by atomic layer deposition; and    (4) battery electrode having a sintered material formed of sintered particles with fill ratio of less then 100%, and a layer surrounding primary electrode and formed by atomic layer deposition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of capacitor.    Capacitor (2)    Substrate layer (10)    Bottom electrode (20)    Bottom contact (24)    Dielectric (30)    Top electrode (40)    Contact (44)
NOVELTY - The housing (14) defines a plenum arranged in fluid communication with a fluid consuming electrode of fluid consuming battery. A fuel injection primer (16) in fluid communication with the plenum, contracts when a user engages a user actuation portion (17) to pump the fluid held in a fluid injection portion (19) to the plenum.    USE - Fluid manager for supplying fluid such as oxygen or other gas into fluid consuming battery (claimed) e.g. air depolarized cell, air-assisted cell or fuel cell used in electronic device. Uses include but are not limited to cell phone, music player, hearing aid, flash light, laptop computer, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fluid injection primer reduces the battery air-up-time, provides initial high power operating mode and increases battery rate capability. Since the primer is operated by user, the primer can be used to inject the fluid into battery after each period of battery rest or period of low power output. The fluid manager provides a sufficient amount of the fluid from outside the cell for discharge of the cell at high rate or high power, while minimizing entry of fluids into the fluid consuming electrode and water gain or loss into or from the cell during periods of low rate or no discharge. Smaller air manager volume, simple design, lower cost and no consumption of battery capacity to operate the primer can be realized, since the use of fan and pump is avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fluid consuming battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of electronic device.    Fluid manager (12)    Housing (14)    Fuel injection primer (16)    User actuated portion (17)    Fluid injection portion (19)
NOVELTY - A floating coolant composition comprises trimethylglycine.    USE - Floating coolant composition is used for cooling water for cooling unit used in fuel cell drives (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The floating coolant composition has excellent durability, and reduced power leakage.
NOVELTY - The device has multiple aligned units installed at a frame through a base plate. Multiple perception units are installed at the frame through the base plate and sense a catalyst layer. Intake cavities are formed in the base plate and formed with an air flow hole. A vacuum pump is connected with a suction pipe. A suction unit is in contact with the air flow hole of the base plate. A drive motor is equipped with a driving shaft, and an aligned unit is fixed to a lower surface of the frame. A rotating member is connected to the driving shaft.    USE - Membrane-electrode assembly aligning device for a fuel cell in an electric power system.    ADVANTAGE - The device enhances alignment location of the membrane-electrode assembly, and improves the workability and productivity of the membrane-electrode assembly, and hence improving the performance of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a membrane-electrode assembly aligning device.
NOVELTY - The system has a condenser having an integration coolant jacket. A gas refrigerant outlet port is installed in an upper side of a liquid coolant inlet port. A coolant circulation path is formed at an upper part of the integration coolant jacket. A gas line connects top withdrawal pipes of the integration coolant jacket, a top gas refrigerant outlet port and the condenser. A liquid pipe connects bottom withdrawal pipes of the integration coolant jacket, the liquid coolant inlet port and the condenser.    USE - Integrated cooling system for hybrid electric vehicle/electric vehicle power generating electricity source assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The system utilizes the refrigerant for cooling the power source assembly, a low voltage direct current (DC)-DC converter and a motor control unit (MCU). The system has excellent insulating property, and is prevented from being corroded. The system eliminates the need of a separate cooling fin. The system is light in weight and can be manufactured at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an integrated cooling system.    Inverter coolant jacket (31)    Inverter element (32)    Outgoing line (34)    Refrigerant entrance (36)    Coolant outlet (37)
NOVELTY - The battery has a multi layer cathode (20) including an ultra capacitor cathode and a lead accumulator cathode, where the size of the ultra capacitor cathode and the lead accumulator cathode is same as a lead accumulator anode (10). A separator (30) prevents contact of the multi layer cathode and the lead accumulator anode. The ultra capacitor cathode faces the lead accumulator anode, and the separator is made of polyethylene. The separator surrounds the multi layer cathode, and surface area of the ultra capacitor cathode is greater than 2000 square meter per gram.    USE - Ultra battery for a hybrid vehicle (claimed) i.e. hybrid car. Can also be used for an electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The battery increases reaction participation score of the lead accumulator anode with high efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an ultra battery.    Lead accumulator anode (10)    Multi layer cathode (20)    Separator (30)
NOVELTY - A metal hydroxide-carbon composite contains metal oxide particles supported in carbon supporter.    USE - Metal hydroxide-carbon composite is used for manufacturing film (claimed) used in membrane electrode assembly of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The metal hydroxide-carbon composite has improved catalytic activity. The membrane electrode assembly having film formed using metal hydroxide-carbon composite is manufactured easily with high production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of metal hydroxide-carbon composite; and    (2) manufacture of film for fuel cell-electrode assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating manufacturing method of membrane electrode assembly. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The system has an image-amplifying-video-cable, a network cable, a control device-audio-cable, control device-video-cable and a control unit-video-player provided for enabling storage of advertisement or notifications, for displaying of the advertisement in the system, for provision of an internet-connection and for providing game-pad services. A power supply (2) e.g. battery, is provided for supply of power to system units. A loud-speaker (4) enables transmission of an audio-tone of the advertisements or notifications.    USE - Display system for displaying an advertisement film or video presentation and notifications in a person transportation unit e.g. Segway PT (RTM: Not defined), motor-bike, and car (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system transmits the advertisements or notifications to the targeted people in a simple and fast manner. The display system enables displaying of advertisements or notifications in form of the movable presentation and/or presentation that is provided with audio. The system enables updating of the advertisements or notifications in a simple manner at short intervals. The system displays multiple advertisements and notifications, thus reducing the advertisement cost and notification cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view that illustrates an application of a display system at a Segway PT.    Monitor (1)    Power supply (2)    Loud-speaker (4)    Image-amplifier (5)    Audio-amplifier (6)
NOVELTY - The electric motor car has several solar panels arranged at the electric motor car main portion. The solar panels are connected with the electric driving device on the car chassis. One end of the electric driving device is provided with a gear box. An output shaft of the gear box is connected to a transmission shaft. One end of the transmission shaft is connected to the driving shaft of the back wheel. The electric driving device and the gear box are fixed to the car chassis.    USE - Electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The electric motor car have high climbing capacity, and can increase the speed quickly and has increased continuously running distance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a bottom view of the electric motor car.
NOVELTY - The vehicle battery system has multiple batteries of the same type that are arranged in a battery pack, with their positive and negative electrodes along a transverse direction. The aluminum clamping plates are pressed onto the upper and lower surfaces of the battery pack, and battery pack is wrapped in a case.    USE - Durable electric vehicle battery system.    ADVANTAGE - The aluminum clamping plates allow the batteries to be closely assembled within battery pack, thus avoiding the possibility of cracking of the case by expansion of the batteries. Hence service life of the battery can be prolonged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the electric vehicle battery system.
NOVELTY - The external gas humidifying device has a cylindrical structure that stores the liquid. A preheating coil pipe is arranged on the cylinder structure. A portion of preheating coil pipe is immersed in the liquid. A liquid baffle plate is immersed in the liquid. A gas dispenser is arranged at the bottom portion of cylinder structure. The outlet of preheating coil pipe is arranged in a gas chamber.    USE - External gas humidifying device of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The preheating coil pipe is arranged on the cylinder structure such that outlet of preheating coil pipe is arranged in gas chamber. Hence the humidifying effect can be improved. The power generation efficiency of the fuel cell can be improved. The service life of the fuel cell can be prolonged. The temperature of the reaction gas can be increased quickly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the external gas humidifying device.
NOVELTY - A compact plate-fin heat exchange reformer comprises one pair of high temperature fuel gas channels, one pair of fuel gas heating channels, and one couple of fuel gas reforming channels; where the two fuel gas reforming channels are on the middle of the heat exchange reformer; and the two high temperature fuel gas channels and the two fuel gas heating channels are symmetrically mounted on two sides of the fuel gas reforming channel in order from inside to outside.    USE - The compact plate-fin heat exchange reformer is useful in the fuel battery technology field.    ADVANTAGE - The compact plate-fin heat exchange reformer can use the left heat of the battery system in high efficiency; thus, the utilization ratio of the energy is improved by simplifying the device cost of the fuel battery system. Moreover, it can complete the function in one part which needs the heat exchanger and reformer to complete normally; thus, the system structure is simplified. Additionally, 30% of the volume can be reduced; and about 10% of the heat exchange ratio can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A compact plate-fin heat exchange reformer comprises one pair of high temperature fuel gas channels, one pair of fuel gas heating channels, and one couple of fuel gas reforming channels; where the two fuel gas reforming channels are on the middle of the heat exchange reformer; the two high temperature fuel gas channels and the two fuel gas heating channels are symmetrically mounted on two sides of the fuel gas reforming channel in order from inside to outside; the airflow direction in the fuel gas heating channel is opposite to the airflow direction in the high temperature fuel gas channel; and the airflow direction in the high temperature fuel gas channel is the same with the airflow direction in the fuel gas reforming channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the compact plate-fin heat exchange reformer.
NOVELTY - A raw material composition containing a raw material compound having lithium element and phosphate structure, and a nitriding agent (AA) is prepared (BB) and baked (CC) to obtain lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound (DD).    USE - Manufacture of lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound used for solid electrolyte layer and positive electrode active material layer of battery used as power supply. Uses include but are not limited to video camera, mobile telephone, communication apparatus, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound is easily manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A raw material composition containing a raw material compound having lithium element and phosphate structure, and a nitriding agent is baked to obtain lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound. The nitriding agent is of formula: N(-R1)(-R2)-R3 (I).R1-R3=functional group having carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and/or nitrogen.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound, which has compositional formula: LiaXbY'cPdOeNf.    X=titanium, zirconium, germanium, indium, gallium, tin and/or aluminum;    Y'=boron, aluminum, gallium, indium, carbon, silicon, germanium, tin, antimony and/or selenium;    a=value between 0.5 and 5;    b=0.5 or more and less than 3;    c=0 or more and less than 2.98;    d=more than 0.02 and 3 or less;    c+d=value between 2 and 4;    e=more than 3 and 12 or less;and    f=value between 0.002 and 2.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of manufacture of lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Nitriding agent (AA)    Preparation of raw material composition (BB)    Baking process (CC)    Lithium phosphorus oxynitride compound (DD)
NOVELTY - The additional power supply unit has an additional dynamo that is fixed on a bracket of air conditioning compressor, and connected with the inner wheel groove of the engine crank pulley through the strap. The power supply fan-out of the additional dynamo is electrically connected with the power supply input end of the additional battery. The power supply fan-out of the additional battery is electrically connected with the power supply input end of the contra-variance appliance.    USE - Strip-type additional power supply unit installed in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The additional power supply unit can be operated stably, and balance operation can be ensured with low noise. The space of the vehicle can be saved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the additional power supply unit.
NOVELTY - A platelet structure carbon nanofiber has average fiber diameter of 50-100 nm and specific surface area of 200 m2/g or more, and is supported on carbon black.    USE - Platelet structure carbon nanofiber is used for fuel cell catalyst (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The platelet structure carbon nanofiber is easily manufactured at high yield, and provides catalyst having excellent catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of platelet structure carbon nanofiber, which involves producing ferric nitrate catalyst, and carrying out pyrolytic reaction in furnace in the presence of carbon source.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a gas supply portion (20) that is connected to a chamber (1). The source gas (20a) and ambient gas (20b) are supplied to the chamber by the gas supply portion. The chamber filled with the source gas and ambient gas is heated by a heating element (40) at a predetermined temperature. A fluid metal catalyst (120) is stored in a reservoir (35) that is attachably and detachably installed in the chamber.    USE - Apparatus for forming carbon nanotube used for field emission flat panel display, battery used in vehicles and aviation fields.    ADVANTAGE - The cost of the carbon nanotube forming apparatus can be reduced reliably by simplified structure, and the carbon nanotube forming apparatus can be installed easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the carbon nanotube forming apparatus.    Chamber (1)    Gas supply portion (20)    Source gas (20a)    Ambient gas (20b)    Reservoir (35)    Heating element (40)    Metal catalyst (120)
NOVELTY - A carbon nanotube powder is dispersed in solution containing transition metal salt, curing agent, polyol solvent and acid, to obtain an acidified carbon nanotube powder. The obtained acidified carbon nanotube powder is mixed with water, to obtain transition metal oxide and carbon nanotube composite.    USE - Manufacture of transition metal oxide and carbon nanotube composite used for article e.g. secondary battery, fuel cell, super capacitor, filtration membrane, chemical detector and gas sensor (all claimed).
NOVELTY - A sulfur free odorant composition comprises 1-5C alkyl isovalate (1), acrylate-based compound(s) (2), and nitrogenous compound(s) (3). The compound (2) is used in the weight ratio of 3-7:7-3 with respect to the alkyl isovalate and the compound (3) is used in the weight ratio of 1:0.01-0.5 with respect to the alkyl isovalate.    USE - Sulfur free odorant composition used in gas e.g. liquefied petroleum gas, liquefied natural gas, methane gas, hydrogen gas, propane gas and butane gas for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfur free odorant composition has excellent chemical stability, odorization performance, enables to detect the gas leak efficiently and does not produce metal corrosion. Since the composition does not contain sulfur, the need for removing sulfur in the fuel cell is eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sulfur free odorant composition comprises 1-5C alkyl isovalate of formula: R1-O-C(=O)-CH2-CH(-CH3)-CH3 (1), acrylate-based compound(s) of formula: R2-O-C(=O)-CH=CH2 (2), and nitrogenous compound(s) of formula (3). The compound (2) is used in the weight ratio of 3-7:7-3 with respect to the alkyl isovalate and the compound (3) is used in the weight ratio of 1:0.01-0.5 with respect to the alkyl isovalate.    R1,R2=optionally branched 1-5C alkyl;and    R3-R6=H or R1.
NOVELTY - The structure has a battery (30) whose positive electrode terminal (37) and negative electrode terminal (38) are located in a center part of a positive electrode terminal (27) and a negative electrode terminal (28) of another battery (20). Electric current sensors (41, 43) detect temperature and electric current of the respective batteries. The batteries are accommodated in a battery box (11). The former battery (30) is arranged such that long sides (21a, 21b) and short sides (21c, 21d) of the latter battery (20) are arranged opposingly.    USE - Structure for arrangement of an automotive battery in a vehicle i.e. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery is arranged such that long sides and short side of another battery are arranged opposingly, thus improving temperature detection accuracy and layout property of a main battery and a sub-battery without increasing the cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of an automotive battery arrangement structure.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery box (11)    Batteries (20, 30)    Long sides (21a, 21b, 31a, 31b)    Short sides (21c, 21d, 31c, 31d)    Positive electrode terminals (27, 37)    Negative electrode terminals (28, 38)    Electric current sensors (41, 43)
NOVELTY - Accumulator storage battery is intended for being used in independent electric power supply systems of space vehicles and consists of in-series connected accumulators installed in holes of non-electroconductive heat-conducting plate. The latter is made of non-electroconductive plates between which there is layer of non-electroconductive power-consuming substance; accumulators are fixed in plates by means of membranes, and from central areas of electrode accumulator units the heat is removed with heat pipes. At that, temperature of phase transfer of power-consuming substance solid-liquid-solid is equal to temperature of phase transfer of heat carrier in heat pipe liquid-gaseous-liquid.    USE - Electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Excluding divergency of individual accumulators as to capacity. 2 cl, 4 dwg
NOVELTY - Collecting and distributing biomethane from a biomethane clean-up facility, comprises drawing raw biomethane from a biomethane source site; removing contaminants from the raw biomethane to produce purified biomethane; compressing the purified biomethane; storing the compressed biomethane in a pressurized gas storage container; transporting the pressurized gas storage container with the compressed biomethane from the biomethane source site to a gas consumer site.    USE - The method is useful for collecting and distributing biomethane from biomethane clean-up facility (claimed). It can also be used for producing renewable energy; and for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The biomethane gas is useful as a substitute for natural gas for use in power generation units, fuel cells, vehicle fuels, and/or other applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a system for collecting and distributing biomethane from a gas-cleanup facility comprising a pressurized gas storage container; a gas clean-up skid configured to draw raw biomethane from a biomethane source; remove contaminants from the raw biomethane to produce purified biomethane; compress the purified biomethane; and store the compressed biomethane in the pressurized gas storage container, the pressurized gas storage container to be transported to a gas consumer site.
NOVELTY - The method involves homogenizing the gas within fuel cells by operating (116,133) either or both of an anode gas recycle function and a cathode gas recycle function, during the time a fuel cell power plant is not in operation. The recycle function is automatically operated either intermittently (126,128) during the time fuel cell power plant is not in operation and/or immediately (131-138) before start up of the fuel cell power plant.    USE - Method for homogenizing gas in shut down fuel cell power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The corrosion of carbon in and around the catalysts of the fuel cell power plant is mitigated, since the gas is homogenized within the fuel cells during the shut down of the fuel cell power plant by operating either or both of the anode or cathode gas recycle functions. The performance of the fuel cell power plant is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process for homogenizing gas in shut down fuel cell power plant.    Initiating run timer (114)    Operating recycle function (116,133)    Stopping recycle function (121,138)    Operating recycle function intermittently (126,128)    Operating recycle function immediately (131-138)
NOVELTY - The battery has plastic made case (21) that is molded into box-shape. An electrode terminal (30) is arranged in lid case (22) which is arranged in case. The main portion (21A) of the case is divided into several chambers (24) by sectional wall (21B). The electrode plates (11A,11B) are connected in series in the chambers. The inorganic powder (40) is provided along inner surface of the main portion and the sectional walls, through which far infrared rays are emitted.    USE - Battery for electric equipment mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can radiate far infrared ray efficiently, electrical property of the battery can be improved and durability of the battery can be increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrode plates (11A,11B)    Plastic made case (21)    Main portion (21A)    Sectional wall (21B)    Lid case (22)    Chambers (24)    Electrode terminal (30)    Inorganic powder (40)
NOVELTY - A lightweight heat-insulation molded material has a structure with many fine gaps formed using fumed silica, silicon carbide and fiber reinforcing material as structural components. When the surface of the molded material is molded to a plate shape of 2 mm thickness and heated at 300 degrees C for 3 hours, the back temperature of the material is maintained at 67 degrees C or less.    USE - Lightweight heat-insulation molded material. Uses include but are not limited to heat insulation material for fuel cell, heat insulation apparatus for household appliance e.g. air conditioner, heat insulating building material and soundproof apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The lightweight heat-insulation molded material has volume density of 0.27 g/cm3, and can be pulverized and recycled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of lightweight heat-insulation molded material.
NOVELTY - The vehicle has a differential mechanism (5) equipped with a universal drive shaft (11). A body frame is equipped with storage battery groups (4). A solar energy panel (1) is mounted on a surface of a vehicle and connected with the storage battery groups by a solar charging circuit. A moving motor (8) is connected with the universal drive shaft and mounted on the body frame, where the moving motor is connected with the storage battery groups by a motor controller and controlled by a vehicle operator. A brake electric generator (9) is connected with the front end of the universal drive shaft.    USE - Multi-energy electric vehicle such as a mini-car and a saloon car.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle has strong endurance value, better energy conservation effect and environment friendly usage. The vehicle reduces the travelling cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side perspective view of a multi-energy electric vehicle.    Solar energy panel (1)    Storage battery groups (4)    Differential mechanism (5)    Moving motor (8)    Brake electric generator (9)    Universal drive shaft (11)
NOVELTY - The device has a hook supporting base module fixed with left and right walls of a battery case body. A hook module is assembled in the hook supporting base module. A hanging strip is connected with the hook module. A fixed screw post is pressed on a spring. An outer end of an extensible resisting post is extended out of an end face of a larger head of a hook. A smaller end of the hook is fixedly connected with a lower part of a hanging strip connecting block. The hanging strip is fixedly connected with the hanging strip connecting block.    USE - Hanging strip device for a battery case body of an automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The device increases safety, and is easy to use. The hanging strip can be easily pushed or pulled by using small force.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a hanging strip device.
NOVELTY - The paste is made of lead powder, fiber, super-fine barium sulfate, conductive carbon black or magnesium sulfate. Grain diameter of the super-fine barium sulfate is less than 30 microns. Content of lead monoxide in the lead powder ranges from 70 to 85 percentage. The magnesium sulfate is provided into pure water, and sulfuric acid solution is added to lead powder raw material.    USE - Positive lead paste for a storage battery in an automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The paste improves the service life and the performance of the storage battery by selecting the super-fine barium sulfate as a positive additive. The paste improves the porosity of positive active material to enable convenient diffusion of the sulfuric acid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for preparing positive lead paste for a storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a positive lead paste.
NOVELTY - The system has a central management module for carrying out functions of running parameter measurement, high voltage control and heat management control on a battery. Diagnostic equipment is connected to the central management module by a diagnosis interface for monitoring and diagnosing a state of the battery in real-time. The diagnostic equipment monitors the battery parameters through an LCD screen and uploads the battery parameters to a monitoring computer through a universal serial bus (USB) interface in real-time.    USE - Battery management system for a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The diagnostic equipment can be carried along with the vehicle so as to facilitate the diagnosis on the functional mode of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The diagnosis interface refers to a controller-area network (CAN) or a RS-232 interface. The diagnostic equipment is provided with a large-capacity flash data memory and an interface for a U-disk and secure digital (SD) card.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a battery management system. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The component has a nut jointed with a conductive bolt, and a layer of strengthening glue or conductive glue provided between the conductive bolt and the nut.    USE - Conductive bolt and nut component for an electric vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The component can guarantee reliability of vibration resistance for the conductive bolt, and is easy to realize automation. The component is low in manufacturing cost, practical and reliable in performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an assembling method for a conductive bolt and nut component of an electric vehicle battery    (2) a plug and socket component for an electric vehicle battery    (3) an assembling method for a plug and socket component of an electric vehicle battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of a conductive bolt and nut component assembling method.
NOVELTY - The device has an adding device (19), and a filter (27) outputting a low frequency current reference signal (iBus-ref2). An output end of the adding device is connected with an input end of another adding device (18). An output end of a primary error calculator (17) is connected with an input end of a primary pulse width modulator (15) whose output end outputs a pulse driving signal (PWM1.2). An output end of a secondary error calculator (24) is connected with an input end of a secondary pulse width modulator (22) whose output end outputs a pulse driving signal (PWM3.4).    USE - Fuel battery uninterrupted power supply device.    ADVANTAGE - The device controls the positive and negative direct current bus voltages to be balanced. The low-frequency pulses of the positive and negative direct current bus voltages are effectively suppressed when the electric fences are asymmetric or if the load of three phases is unbalanced. The reliability and durability of the fuel battery uninterrupted power supply device are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel battery uninterrupted power supply device. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Low frequency current reference signal (iBus-ref2)    Pulse driving signals (PWM1.2, PWM3.4)    Primary pulse width modulator (15)    Primary error calculator (17)    Adding device (18, 19)    Secondary pulse width modulator (22)    Secondary error calculator (24)    Filter (27)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has vibration source for generating vibration at the time of vehicle operation. A vibration transmission unit imparts vibration generated by the source to piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus (11).    USE - Vehicle such as hybrid vehicle, freight car, electric train, diesel car, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Vibrational effect is effectively applied to electric power generating apparatus and electric power is generated easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the vehicle.    Vehicle (1)    Belt (8)    Water pump (9)    Charging generator (10)    Piezoelectric electric power generating apparatus (11)
NOVELTY - The electric power generating apparatus has an airtight accordion (2) filled with air and equipped with a through-hole. A rotary blade (8) is arranged in the state of being rotated by the flow of air from the accordion. An induction electric power generator (10) is mechanically connected with the rotary blade by a power transmission shaft.    USE - Electric power generating apparatus for producing impact vibration generated in motor vehicle, bed and sofa.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation is performed stably regardless of the speed of impact and vibration by converting the impact and vibration from outside into flow of fluid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the electric power generating apparatus.    Top plate (1)    Airtight accordion (2)    Rubber chamber (4)    Rotary blade (8)    Induction generator (10)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery has positive electrode, negative electrode, separator and non-aqueous electrolyte. The amount of non-aqueous electrolyte is 0.9-0.1 times the total volume of positive electrode, negative electrode and separator. The separator is provided between positive electrode and negative electrode, and has gap including heat-resisting material.    USE - Non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery used for mobile telephone, personal notebook computer and automotive application.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous-electrolyte secondary battery has excellent capacitance at time of repeating charging/discharging process.
NOVELTY - A catalyst contains N,N'-bis(salicylidene)ethylene diamino metal complex or N,N'-bis-8-quinolyl-o-phenylenediamine metal complex in which predetermined oxidizing material is bonded with center metallic element chosen from vanadium, chromium, manganese, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper, molybdenum, ruthenium, rhodium and palladium.    USE - Catalyst is used for fuel electrode for fuel cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has excellent durability and catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of catalyst two N,N'-bis(salicylidene)ethylene diamino metal complexes having iron as central metallic element is crosslinked through oxygen atom, to form catalyst (C52H64Fe2N8O13).
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous electrolyte solution contains electrolyte and nonaqueous solvent capable of dissolving electrolyte. The nonaqueous solvent contains (in volume%) ethylene carbonate (1-40), dimethyl carbonate (35-85), ethylmethyl carbonate and diethyl carbonate (1-40). The capacitance ratio of dimethyl carbonate with respect to ethylmethyl carbonate is more than 9.    USE - Nonaqueous electrolyte solution is used for battery (claimed) used as power supply for mobile telephone, notebook personal computer and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery comprising nonaqueous electrolyte solution has excellent storage capacity, and high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery.
NOVELTY - The system has a supply line (20) for supplying a reactant to an electrode area. A recirculation element (30) feeds a residual gas (90) from an outlet line (25) into the supply line. An outlet valve (50) emits the residual gas into an area surrounding the system. A monitoring unit (60) controls the outlet valve. The monitoring unit opens the outlet valve when the energy required to feed the residual gas exceeds an energy potential of the reactant by the recirculation element, where the reactant is provided in the residual gas.    USE - Fuel cell system for converting hydrogen into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The monitoring unit opens the outlet valve when the energy required to feed the residual gas exceeds the energy potential of the reactant by the recirculation element, where the reactant is provided in the residual gas, thus ensuring energy efficient recycling of the reactant.    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 hydraulic circuit representation of a fuel cell system.    Supply line (20)    Outlet line (25)    Recirculation element (30)    Outlet valve (50)    Monitoring unit (60)    Residual gas (90)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a housing (3) for receiving electrolytes (4) that are mixture of different organic substances such as ethyl carbonate, propylene carbonate and dimethylcarbonate. An electrolytes filling unit (8) is provided for refilling the electrolytes into the battery. The filling unit has an electrolytes storage tank (9) and an adding device (10) for introducing electrolytes from the storage tank into the battery. The electrolytes are introduced by tearing or melting a membrane (12) in the adding device.    USE - Rechargeable battery i.e. lithium ion battery, for supplying current to a hybrid motor vehicle. Can also be used for supplying current to hospital and drill press.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolytes filling unit refills the electrolytes into the battery so that the irreversible consumption of electrolytes can be replaced, thus increasing the life span of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of a battery.    Rechargeable battery (1)    Housing (3)    Electrolytes (4)    Electrolytes filling unit (8)    Electrolytes storage tank (9)    Adding device (10)    Membrane (12)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring a change of concentration of a fuel at a point in a hydrogen-guiding line (6). The concentration of the fuel in a mixture is determined by sensors (8.1, 8.2) that are arranged in a flow direction. A volume flow of hydrogen in the line is calculated based on a known volume between the point and the sensors and duration of the concentration change. The concentration change is produced by pulsed metering of the fuel. The sensor is arranged at the point in an anode circulation circuit of a fuel cell system (1).    USE - Method for determining a volume flow of hydrogen in a hydrogen-guiding line of a fuel cell system i.e. polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM)-fuel cell system, in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The change of concentration of the fuel at the point in the line is measured, and the volume flow of the hydrogen in the line is calculated based on the known volume between the point and the sensor and the duration of the concentration change, thus determining the volume flow of hydrogen in a simple, efficient and reliable manner without technical complexity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a section of a fuel cell system illustrating a method for determining a volume flow in a line of a fuel cell system in a vehicle.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel tank (5)    Hydrogen-guiding line (6)    Valve device (7)    Sensors (8.1, 8.2)
NOVELTY - The bipolar plate (B) has an anode plate (A) and a cathode plate (K) made of metal and arranged plane-parallel to each other. A flow field (S) is formed on an outer side of the plates by flow field channels (SK) introduced in the plates. A refrigerant channel (KK) is formed between the plates on an inner side by negative structures of the field channels. Flow structures for inflowing or outflowing reaction materials e.g. gas, and a refrigerant or a flow structure for the reaction materials, are formed in reaction material inflow areas (RE) and reaction material outflow areas of the plate.    USE - Bipolar plate for arrangement between membrane-electrode-arrangement in a stack of fuel cells i.e. stacked polymer electrolyte-membrane fuel cells, in a fuel cell arrangement (all claimed) for producing energy in a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow structures for the inflowing or outflowing reaction materials e.g. gas, and the refrigerant or the flow structure for the reaction materials, are formed in the reaction material inflow areas and the reaction material outflow areas of the plate, thus reducing the installation space and cost of the bipolar plate, ensuring effective and economical support structure of the bipolar plate, and improving the efficiency of the fuel cell. The anode plate and the cathode plate are made of metal for robust structure of the bipolar plate and simple attachment of channel structures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell arrangement comprising an electrolyte membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a bipolar plate.    Anode plate (A)    Bipolar plate (B)    Cathode plate (K)    Refrigerant channel (KK)    Reaction material inflow areas (RE)    Flow field (S)    Flow field channels (SK)
NOVELTY - The terminal has a blank with a pressed strand (1), and a pole opening (3) formed in the blank, where the terminal is made of brass. The strand has clamping jaws (7) and a slot (6) formed between the clamping jaws, and machine cutting tools and a laser process the blank. The slot runs parallel to side walls of a rectangular part (4), and another rectangular part (5) is dimensioned corresponding to requirements of electrical connections of the terminal, where the slot is provided in a longitudinal axis of the terminal between the rectangular parts.    USE - Pole terminal for an accumulator of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The formation of the pole opening in the blank eliminates the need for boring the pole opening in the blank, thus reducing development of burrs on the surface of the blank, and hence providing smooth surface of the blank. The provision of the smooth surface of the blank simplifies processing of the pole terminal, thus using an insertion molding process for manufacturing the pole terminal with plastic in a simple manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a pole terminal for an accumulator of a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side perspective view of a strand for a pole terminal.    Pressed strand (1)    Pole opening (3)    Rectangular parts (4, 5)    Slot (6)    Clamping jaws (7)
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying fuels and an oxidizing agent to a fuel cell i.e. polymer electrolyte diaphragm (PEM) fuel cell, in an operating condition (40), where an electrochemical reaction of the oxidizing agent and the fuels takes place at electrodes of the fuel cell for producing electric voltage. The electric voltage is applied to the fuel cell such that one of the electrodes functions as an anode in the operating condition and as a cathode in a waiting condition, and other electrode functions as the cathode in the operating condition and as the anode in the waiting condition.    USE - Method for reversible-transferring a fuel cell system (claimed) of a motor vehicle from an operating condition to a waiting condition.    ADVANTAGE - The method avoids fuel emissions during returning to the operating condition, so that a safe operation of the fuel cell system is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system with a fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating conditions of a fuel cell system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Operating condition (40)    Waiting condition (41)    Off-condition (42)
NOVELTY - Fabric woven from synthetic fibers has at least one side partially coated with metal.    USE - The fabric is useful as an electromagnetic screening material, sieve material, screen printing material, sensor component, electrode component, electrical conductor component, reflective or partially transparent material, adhesive layer material, heating element, lighting device component, antenna (especially for radiofrequency identification applications), solar cell compponent, fuel cell component, plasma display component, LCD component, organic LED (OLED) component, flexible display component or organic thin-film transistor component (all claimed). Devices comprising the fabric are especially screen printing devices, sieving devices, sensors, cables, heating or lighting devices, printed circuit boards, solar cells, fuel cells, flexible displays, OLEDs, transistors or electronic components.    ADVANTAGE - The partial metal coating provides electrical conductivity without the need to weave metal or metallized threads into the fabric.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a device comprising a fabric as above;    (2) producing the fabric by weaving a fabric from synthetic fibers and producing a partial metallic coating on at least one side of the fabric.
NOVELTY - The module (1) has degassing valves (25) provided in batteries (3) i.e. lithium ion batteries (4), which is arranged in a housing (2). The degassing valves comprise two plate-shaped degassing channels (14, 15) for receiving of materials withdrawing from the battery. The two degassing channels are fluid-conductively connected with one another via two connection channels that are formed at side walls (13) of the housing. The connection channels are formed parallel to a longitudinal axis of the battery, where the housing and the connection channels are made from plastic.    USE - Battery module for accommodating a battery i.e. lithium ion battery (claimed), in a hospital, drilling machine and motor vehicle e.g. passenger car and commercial vehicle. Can also be used for a zero emission battery research activities (ZEBRA) battery.    ADVANTAGE - The two degassing channels are connected with one another in a fluid-conducting manner via the connection channels, so that only one material discharge pipe is required for discharging of the withdrawing materials from the batteries, thus improving the discharging of the material from the valve. The housing and/or the connection channels are made of plastic, so that the housing can be manufactured by injection molding in a simple and cost-effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of a battery module.    Battery module (1)    Housing (2)    Batteries (3)    Lithium ion batteries (4)    Side walls (13)    Degassing channels (14, 15)    Degassing valve (25)
NOVELTY - An electrolyte solution contains primary solvent for electrolytic salt dissolution, and electrolytic salt. The primary solvent contains fluorine-containing linear carbonate and fluorine-containing linear ether and/or propylene carbonate.    USE - Electrolyte solution is used for electrical double layer capacitor (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to lithium secondary battery, radical battery, dye-sensitized solar cell, fuel cell, electrochemical sensor, electrochromic element, electrochemical switching element, aluminum electrolytic capacitor and tantalum electrolytic capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical double layer capacitor comprising the electrolyte solution has excellent durability, capacitance and cycle characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrical double layer capacitor, which has electrolyte solution, positive electrode and negative electrode.
NOVELTY - The storage (5) enables transfer of a part of braking force, applied to a disk or shoe-type brake (10) in a car or a machine, to a spiral tensile spring (4) by a synchronized gear wheel (6) during a braking action. The stored spring force is transferred to a main battery (9) after completion of the braking action during consumption-excess start-up operation to reduce energy consumption during the starting-up operation. The spring is held electromagnetically, mechanically or hydraulically under tension.    USE - Energy storage for use as an electrical starting-up aid at a cardan shaft or at the differential gearing of a car, a machine tool, a construction machine, a fork-lift truck, a containerization vehicle, a container load bridge, or a lift (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage enables converting a part of the braking force into electrical energy to be used during the restarting of a vehicle, so that the starting of the vehicle is facilitated and the fuel consumption of the vehicle during starting of the vehicle is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an energy storage.    Spiral tensile spring (4)    Energy storage (5)    Synchronized gear wheel (6)    Main battery (9)    Disk or shoe-type brake (10)
NOVELTY - The traffic wind turbine and ventilation unit has a louver (2) which guides wind speed from cars (1) to an underground chamber or tunnel pressure to turbine blades (3) to transfer energy from wind to rotate shaft (4) and into a generator. The generator provides clean power. A groove (10) catches the rain water under the wind turbines and flow water to wash the air from the smoke coming from the vehicles.    USE - Traffic wind turbine and ventilation unit for power generation from vehicle driving speed in highway.    ADVANTAGE - Provides clean power which is inexpensive, simple to install and environmentally friendly which minimizes use of fuel and gas the creates smoke and decrease carbon dioxide on air. Enables to modify and adjust the layout of the traffic wind turbine and ventilation unit to suit the budget and enables installation anywhere in the world.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of car driving on road with underground turbine.    Cars (1)    Louver (2)    Turbine blades (3)    Shaft (4)    Groove (10)
NOVELTY - A biaxially oriented polyphenylene sulfide film is manufactured by melting polyphenylene sulfide, extruding to sheet form, extending sheet to longitudinal direction and extending in width direction after heating by temperature conditions on roll immediately.    USE - Manufacture of biaxially oriented polyphenylene sulfide film for industrial material field e.g. dielectric material, release materials, electrical insulation materials, (e.g. motor, transformer and insulated cable), molding material, circuit board material, circuit, optical material, lithium ion battery material, fuel cell material, loudspeaker diaphragm and capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The method obtains biaxially oriented polyphenylene sulfide film with low orientation and outstanding planarity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A biaxially oriented polyphenylene sulfide film is manufactured by melting polyphenylene sulfide, extruding to sheet form, extending sheet to longitudinal direction and extending in width direction after heating by temperature conditions of formula Tg not greater than Ts not greater than Tcc( degrees C) in which Tg is glass transition temperature ( degrees C) of polyphenylene sulfide, Ts is surface temperature ( degrees C) of film in roll top of longitudinal stretch process most downstream and Tcc is crystallization temperature ( degrees C) of polyphenylene sulfide on roll immediately.
NOVELTY - The humidifier (1) has servo motor that rotates plate shaped object (41) to vary the inflow region (S) of air in the side of hollow fiber membrane bundle (11), corresponding to flow region of cathode-off gas in the hollow fiber membrane bundle so that air is discharged through the inner side of hollow fiber membrane (12). The hollow fiber membrane bundle is accommodated in the casing (21).    USE - Humidifier for fuel cell system with polymer electrolyte fuel cell installed in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Air supplied to the fuel cell can be humidified efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side sectional view of the humidifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidifier (1)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Hollow fiber membrane (12)    Casing (21)    Plate shaped object (41)    Inflow region of air (S)
NOVELTY - The hot water storage tank apparatus has hook (9) of the shape folded by the end of the face plates (7d) by having a fixed interval between face plate back surfaces. The hook is inserted into the receiving portion (11) of the edge of the face plates when the face plates are attached to the edge of the one end side of the preformed insulation material (6) by the regular position.    USE - Hot water storage tank apparatus for co-generation apparatuses such as electric water heater, heat-pump type water heater or fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents the possibility of falling of face plates since the hook is inserted in the receiving portion of preformed insulation material and the receiving portion supports the force applied to the direction to which the face plate tends to reverse through the hook. Improves the operativity of subsequent assembly operation and safety by being able to prevent the possibility of falling of face plates.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an assembling method of hot water storage tank apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view in the middle of face plate attachment of the hot water storage tank apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Baseplate (4)    Preformed insulation material (6)    Face plates (7d)    Hook (9)    Receiving portion (11)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor (10) has insulating board (11) on which positive and negative lateral electrodes (12,13) are arranged. A gas sensitization unit (14) made of metal oxide is electrically connected with positive and negative lateral electrodes. The positive and negative lateral electrodes are formed of electrically conductive paste containing two types electroconductive particles (15,16) comprising gold or platinum. The average particle diameter of electroconductive particle (15) is 1-10 mu m, while average particle diameter of electroconductive particle (16) is 5-50 nm.    USE - Gas sensor for hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, motor vehicle. Can also be used in monitoring gas explosion in factory.    ADVANTAGE - The power consumption of the gas sensor can be improved, without reducing the sensitivity and the response speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of gas sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the gas sensor.    Gas sensor (10)    Insulating board (11)    Positive lateral electrode (12)    Negative lateral electrode (13)    Gas sensitization unit (14)    Electroconductive particles (15,16)
NOVELTY - The control apparatus has an output side winding (10) that winds around a stator. A control side winding (11) is connected in series with the output side winding. A switch (13) is arranged between the output side winding and control side winding, to send an amount of electric current generated in output side winding to control side winding. The electric power generation voltage from output side winding is controlled by a controller (18).    USE - Control apparatus of permanent magnet-type generator for motor vehicle and wind power generator. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, regenerative power generation machine of lift, electronic device and other illumination devices.    ADVANTAGE - The switch is arranged between output side winding and control side winding such that electric power generation voltage from output side winding is controlled by controller. Hence the output voltage can be controlled uniformly. The inductance is increased without increasing the winding number. The suspending-down electric current can be controlled efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the control apparatus.    Output side winding (10)    Control side winding (11)    Switch (13)    Load (17)    Controller (18)
NOVELTY - A case (50) accommodates an electrode structure comprising the positive and negative electrodes. A chargeable and dischargeable cell (20) provided with the positive and negative electrode terminals (60,62) is positioned in the outer side of the case. A Peltier device (10) is positioned between the positive electrode terminal of one cell and the negative electrode terminal of another cell. The positive electrode terminal is heated and the negative electrode terminal of another cell is cooled when direct current is supplied to Peltier device.    USE - Assembled battery e.g. lithium secondary battery mounted in vehicle. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel cadmium battery, and electric double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The internal resistance difference of the positive electrode and the negative electrode is made small, and the variation in the battery characteristic of fuel cell is suppressed. The high output performance of the assembled battery is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the assembled battery.    Peltier device (10)    Chargeable and dischargeable cell (20)    Case (50)    Positive electrode terminal (60)    Negative electrode terminal (62)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1) has tubular coolant manifold (13) located along lamination direction of fuel cell, for passing coolant to exchange heat produced during generation of electric power. A mesh-shaped element (25) containing fibrous electroconductive material is arranged in the inner wall face of the coolant manifold. The mesh-shaped element is formed from mixture of carbon and resin.    USE - Fuel cell for use in motor vehicle such as motorbike and cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - The corrosion of the electroconductive separator can be prevented and durability of the fuel cell can be improved, since electric potential difference in the electroconductive separator is reduced by arranging mesh-shaped element in the inner wall face of the manifold. The manufacturing cost of the fuel cell can be reduced and fall in the assembling property of the fuel cell can be prevented, by reducing the number of components. The generation of electric power can be performed stably, even during rise in the electrical conductivity of the coolant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the perspective view and exploded view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell (1)    Battery (2)    Coolant manifold (13)    Electroconductive separator (16)    Mesh-shaped element (25)
NOVELTY - An electro-conductive separator board is equipped with a coolant flow path for letting the coolant to collect heat produced during generation of power in fuel cell. The tubular-shaped coolant supply and discharge manifolds are connected with the coolant flow path. The protrusion portions (34) of the coolant supply and discharge manifolds are protruded with respect to the lamination direction of a fuel cell casing.    USE - Fuel cell used as power supply of motor mounted in motor vehicle, motorbike and cogeneration system.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of the electric corrosion in the electro-conductive separator can be suppressed effectively, and the fall of the dielectric strength of the fuel can be prevented efficiently. The durability and stability of the fuel cell can be increased reliably while reducing the cost of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the sectional views of the coolant supply and discharge manifolds. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Protrusion portion (34)
NOVELTY - The lead acid battery (101) has a maximum-level line (112) which shows the upper limit of an electrolyte level, and a minimum-level line (113) which shows the lower limit of an electrolyte level. An adsorption raw material (108) made of polyolefin is provided in the position of a partition (107) which divides the battery case (106) made of polypropylene into several cell chambers, between the maximum-level line and the minimum-level line.    USE - Liquid type lead acid battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesion of oil and carbon eluted from the separator or the negative electrode active material of the battery, to the inner wall of the battery case can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the lead acid battery.    Lead acid battery (101)    Battery case (106)    Partition (107)    Adsorption raw material (108)    Maximum-level line (112)    Minimum-level line (113)
NOVELTY - A composition contains lithium ion conductive solid electrolyte which consists of phosphorus, silicon, germanium, boron, lithium and/or sulfur and compound chosen from carbonate compound (I), ether compound (II) and nitrile compound (III).    USE - Composition is used for manufacturing solid electrolyte sheet for lithium cell used for apparatus (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to mobile information terminal, portable electronic device, domestic electric power storage apparatus, two-wheeled motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The composition has improved workability. The solid electrolyte sheet comprising the composition has favorable ionic conductivity, and the battery containing the sheet has improved charge-and-discharge characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A composition contains lithium ion conductive solid electrolyte which consists of phosphorus, silicon, germanium, boron, lithium and/or sulfur and compound chosen from carbonate compound of formula: R1-O-C(=O)-O-R2 (I), ether compound of formula: R3-O-R4-O-R5 (II) and nitrile compound of formula: R6-CN (III).    R1-R3,R5,R6=2C or more group;and    R4=1C or more group.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of all-solid-state secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    All-solid-state secondary battery (1)    Positive electrode (10)    Solid electrolyte layer (20)    Negative electrode (30)    Collectors (40,42)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has several flow paths formed in a surface at the side of separators of membrane electrode structure for distributing reactive gas. The depth of flow path (7x) is shallow towards the other from one side. The bottom portion of separator (7), towards which flow path (7x) is inclined is made to contact that of separator (7'), towards which flow path (7y) is inclined. The bottom portion of separator (7), towards which flow path (7y) is inclined is made to contact that of separator (7'), towards which flow path (7x) is inclined.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) used for domestic co-generation system, motor vehicle, electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The influence of force acting towards the direction intersecting the lamination direction of a cell can be reduced, and the performance of a fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the perspective views of the separators of the fuel cell.    Separators (7,7',8,8')    Flow paths (7x,7y,8x,8y)    Flow path (9)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) has an entering flow path (7x) formed for occluding the exit of reactive gas supplied to the surface side of a gas diffusion layer (5) of a separator (7) and to the membrane-electrode structure (4). The hydrophobicity of a portion of the separator, formed between the entering flow path and an appearance flow path (7y) and the facing surface of gas diffusion layer is set lower than the hydrophobicity at the centers of the width directions of both the flow paths and the facing surfaces of the gas diffusion layer.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) used for domestic co-generation system, motor vehicle, electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The waste water drain property of the flow paths can be improved, by setting the hydrophobicity of the flow paths as specified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a fuel cell.    Membrane-electrode structure (4)    Gas diffusion layer (5)    Separator (7)    Entering flow path (7x)    Appearance flow path (7y)    Fuel cell (10)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly (12) consists of a polymer electrolyte membrane (1) clamped between a pair of electrode catalyst layers (2,3). The electrode catalyst layer is equipped with a polymer electrolyte and a catalyst substance supported by a carbon support. The thickness of electrode catalyst layer is 1-10 mu m. One side of the electrode catalyst layer is provided with a non-supporting carbon support which does not support the catalyst substance.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly is used in polymer electrolyte fuel cells (claimed) used for vehicles and domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode assembly has excellent heat dissipation property even when thickness is low, and prevents drying up. The usage amount of catalyst substance is reduced. The membrane electrode assembly provides polymer electrolyte fuel cells having excellent electric-power generation characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polymer electrolyte fuel cell (13).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic disassembled view of the polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Polymer electrolyte membrane (1)    Electrode catalyst layers (2,3)    Air-electrode-side gas-diffusion layer (4)    Membrane electrode assembly (12)    Polymer electrolyte fuel cell (13)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly (3) consists of an electrolytic membrane (1) and catalyst layers (2,2') of anode and cathode sides arranged on both sides of the electrolytic membrane. Region (1b) of the electrolytic membrane corresponding to the exit side vicinity of fuel gas of anode side has a higher ion-exchange group equivalent weight than other regions (1a).    USE - Membrane electrode assembly is used in fuel cells (claimed) e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cells used in electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode assembly suppresses support oxidation of cathode-side catalyst layer even under low-humidity conditions during start-up, has a simple structure, and can be manufactured by a simple method. The membrane electrode assembly provides fuel cells having excellent durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the gas-diffusion layer and separator of membrane electrode assembly.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Regions (1a,1b)    Catalyst layers (2,2')    Membrane electrode assembly (3)    Gas-diffusion layers (4,4')
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has electroconductive current collection board and clamping board (3), which are installed at ends of fuel cell lamination casing (1) in mutually adjoining direction. An electric current cable (9) to be connected with collection board, has connecting terminal (10) provided at its front end. A fixing screw (8) is bolted through screw hole formed in clamping board by applying external force along compression direction so as to press the connecting terminal towards surface of collection board.    USE - Fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fixing screw is bolted through screw hole formed in clamping board by applying appropriate external force along compression direction, hence connecting terminal of electric current cable can be pressed towards surface of current collection board reliably without damaging the connection portion of cable and current collection board. Hence attachment and detachment of cable with respect to current collection board can be performed easily and reliability of fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell lamination casing (1)    Clamping board (3)    Fixing screw (8)    Electric current cable (9)    Connecting terminal (10)
NOVELTY - An air discharge flow path (33) connected to the fuel cell (2) discharges the oxidation off gas discharged from the fuel cell. A rotation speed sensor (R) measures the rotation speed of a regulating valve (36) provided for adjusting the flow volume of oxidant gas in a bypass flow path (34) to supply oxidant gas to the fuel cell based on the moisture state of the fuel cell. A controller (6) sets the opening degree of the regulating valve to a preset level if the measured rotation speed exceeds the preset level.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV).    ADVANTAGE - The drying phenomenon in the fuel cell is effectively suppressed, as the controller controls the opening degree of oxidation gas regulation valve based on fuel cell moisture state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (2)    Controller (6)    Air discharge flow path (33)    Bypass flow path (34)    Regulating valve (36)    Rotation speed sensor (R)
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying fuel gas having humidity lower than oxidant gas to an electrode (110) of fuel cell (100), while supplying oxidant gas to other electrode (120) of fuel cell according to the request of external load. The average value of pressure of fuel gas supplied to the fuel cell is set to predetermined range, when the fuel cell is driven in same voltage range at the time of normal electric power generation.    USE - Operating method of fuel cell system (claimed) mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fall of electric power performance of fuel cell can be suppressed efficiently, by using a simple technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (100)    Electrodes (110,120)    Oxidant gas supply unit (200)    Fuel gas supply unit (300)    Control unit (700)
NOVELTY - The method involves positioning the fuel cells (10) in guide jig (12), such that the side and bottom ends of the cells are supported by side and bottom guides. The bar (20) is inserted into the locating holes formed in the cells and the cells are lifted. The cells are aligned along the lamination direction by the alignment jig (26).    USE - Method for laminating fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cells can be aligned easily and quickly along the lamination direction and the manufacturing efficiency of the fuel cells can be increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for laminating fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view explaining the process of laminating fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cells (10)    Guide jig (12)    Bar (20)    Conveyance jig (22)    Alignment jig (26)
NOVELTY - A cooling device (40) provided with a reactive gas supply path, circulates a coolant between the radiators (41,42) and the fuel cell stacks (10A-10C). A detection unit detects the abnormality of each fuel cell stack. When abnormality of a fuel cell stack is detected, the supply of reactive gas with respect to the abnormal fuel cell stack is limited. The fuel cell stacks other than the abnormal fuel cell stack are provided in the path pattern of the cooling device. A recovery operation controller is separately provided from the abnormal fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system containing solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell mounted in vehicle. Can also be used in fuel cell electric power generation system containing solid oxide fuel cell, phosphoric acid fuel cell, etc., mounted in various industrial machines, vessel, aircraft, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The time taken for restarting the driving of abnormal fuel cell stack can be reduced, by providing a recovery operation controller separately from the abnormal fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic explanatory view of the fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stacks (10A-10C)    Cooling device (40)    Radiators (41,42)    Cooling path (43)    Pre-scrubber recirculation pump (45)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has engine (20) which is connected with exhaust passage (20b) that is adjoined with exhaust passage (26c) connected with battery (14). A detection unit detects temperature of battery and control unit that controls discharge of exhaust gas from engine, so as to discharge the exhaust gas through exhaust passages (26b,26c). The exhaust gas from engine, is discharged through exhaust passage (26b), when temperature of battery is high.    USE - Battery temperature control apparatus mounted in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of battery can be controlled appropriately. The flow path resistance from engine to downstream end of specific exhaust passage is small. The exhaust back pressure can be reduced. The warming-up of battery can be stimulated. The heat energy in exhaust gas can be utilized efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Wheel (10)    Battery (14)    Engine (20)    Exhaust passages (20b,20c)    Fuel tank (22)
NOVELTY - A primary electrode material and a solvent are uniformly dispersed and dried to produce primary electrode material adhered with binder. The primary electrode material, secondary electrode material, binder and solvent are added to stirring tank of stirrer having. The stirring tank has moving blade rotating near internal peripheral surface of tank. The added materials are mixed by rotation of moving blade, and an electrode compound-material paste is produced. The paste is applied on a current collection component, and electrode plate is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of electrode plate used for lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply for portable equipments and vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode plate capable of producing secondary battery having excellent discharge characteristics and reduced internal resistance is manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An active material particle or electrically conductive material as primary electrode material and a solvent are uniformly dispersed and dried to produce primary electrode material adhered with binder. The primary electrode material, secondary electrode material, binder and solvent are added to cylindrical stirring tank of stirrer having a moving blade provided with cylindrical portion having several holes. The stirring tank has moving blade rotating near the internal peripheral surface of tank. The added materials are mixed by rotation of moving blade, and an electrode compound-material paste is produced. The paste is applied on a current collection component, and electrode plate is manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart for manufacture of positive electrode plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery has several batteries (10) that are arranged in parallel, and bus-bars (11) for connecting adjacent batteries along column direction. The cooling fins (12) are connected with extension sections (111) of batteries along column direction, and are separated from batteries along the direction orthogonal to column direction. The resin or ceramic material made insulation layer (13) insulates the cooling fins.    USE - Assembled battery mounted on vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling fins are connected with extension sections of batteries along column direction and separated from batteries along direction orthogonal to column direction. Hence the insulation between the cooling fins can be ensured, without barring the flow of thermal medium. The cooling of assembled battery can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the assembled battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (10)    Bus-bar (11)    Cooling fin (12)    Insulation layer (13)    Extension section of battery (111)
NOVELTY - The detection apparatus has electroconductive rollers (4,5) whose outer peripheral surfaces are covered by insulating layer (7). An electrode plate (21) between rollers, is passed by using roller unit. The burr (S) of electrode plate is detected by using detection unit when electrode plate is passed between rollers, and insulating layer is penetrated by burr such that rollers short circuit through plate. The insulating layer is thinner than separator, and is shorter than length equivalent to sum of thickness of electrode plate and separator.    USE - Apparatus for detecting burr such as tip-like protrusion of electrode plate used for battery such as alkali secondary battery and nickel hydride secondary battery used in electric train. Can also be nickel cadmium battery and lithium ion battery used in household appliance, computer components, and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The burr causing short circuit at electrode plate, can be detected easily while monitoring presence or absence of short circuit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory views illustrating the burr detection process.    Electroconductive rollers (4,5)    Insulating roller (6)    Insulating layer (7)    Electrode plate (21)    Burr (S)
NOVELTY - An electrochemical capacitor comprises a polarizing electrode formed by molding a composition containing activated carbon, and an organic electrolyte solution. The ratio of pore capacity of activated carbon having diameter of 40-100 nm, and total Barret-Joyner-Halenda (BJH) pore capacity is 0.1 or more.    USE - Electrochemical capacitor e.g. electrical double layer capacitor used as power supply for hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical capacitor has high electrostatic capacitance and excellent electric current charging and discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of activated carbon, which involves carrying out carbon dioxide-containing low temperature plasma processing of activated carbon material for 10-30 minutes with electric power of 60-100 W.
NOVELTY - The device (1) has external terminals (12) connected to positive and negative electrodes of electrochemical element, and exterior film sheet (4) sealed at junction portion. The external terminals are lead out through the exterior film sheet. Several conductor-connection contact branches (5) are interposed into through-holes formed at specific portions of external terminals and protruded along thickness direction of external terminals. The external terminals are electrically connected with external apparatus through electrically conductive element by contact branches.    USE - Electrochemical device e.g. electrical double layer capacitor and hybrid capacitor used in lithium ion secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to motor drive of electric vehicle, uninterruptible power system, wind powered electricity generation system and photovoltaic power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Several electrochemical devices can be connected in parallel with minimum contact resistance easily by using conductor-connection contact branches interposed in through-holes of external terminals with less number of connection components. Hence electric current supply performance of the electrochemical devices can be improved. Since contact branches have improved spring characteristics, contact pressure of contact branches with respect to the bus line can be stabilized over long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the electrochemical device.    Electrochemical device (1)    Exterior film sheet (4)    Conductor-connection contact branches (5)    External terminals (12)
NOVELTY - An overcharge judging unit determines whether the electrical storage apparatus (12) connected to the load circuit comprising the rotary electric machine, is an overcharge state. A capacitor (40) discharges the electric power from the load circuit and supplies the charge to one or more electrical storage apparatuses or to other load circuits via a buck-boost converter (80), if that electrical storage apparatus is in an overcharge state.    USE - Power supply-device system for e.g. hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power consumed by a load can be suppressed, and the electric power loss due to internal resistance in the electrical storage apparatus can be reduced, as the capacitor discharges electric power from load circuit via buck-boost circuit, if electrical storage apparatus is in overcharge state.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the power supply-device system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power supply device system (10)    Electrical storage apparatus (12)    Capacitor (40)    Motor generators (60,70)    Buck boost converter (80)
NOVELTY - The cooling device (1) has blowing section (5) that ventilates with respect to cooling region so that the cooling region in housing (2) is cooled rather than non-cooled region. A battery monitoring unit detects the temperature of each battery module (4). A control apparatus displaces and controls the position of cooling region, so that the temperature difference of each battery module is fixed.    USE - Cooling device of battery for propulsion motor of motor vehicle. Can also be used in cooling organic radical cell, nickel hydride secondary battery and lithium ion secondary battery of hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Several battery modules are cooled and the temperature difference of each battery module is made small.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery cooling device.    Battery cooling device (1)    Housing (2)    Battery module (4)    Blowing section (5)    Ventilation duct (8)
NOVELTY - The moving fluid energy recovery system (10) has an inner vane slot (34,44) orientated with the curve side of an inner arcuate vane (50) toward the central bore (32,42) of each end plate (30,40). An outer vane slot (36,46) is orientated with the open side of an outer arcuate vane (52) toward the central bore of each end plate. At least one longitudinal edge of the inner arcuate vane is located in the interior of the open side of the outer arcuate vane. At least one shaft is received by the central bore of the first end plate.    USE - Moving fluid energy recovery system for generating electricity through rotational motion produced by fluid flow created by a moving vehicle or a weather condition.    ADVANTAGE - Can be easily and efficiently manufactured and marketed. Ensures low cost of manufacture with regards to both materials and labor to effect low prices of sale to buying public, thus making the moving fluid energy recovery system economically available to the buying public. Enables efficient and cost-effective production of electricity while in a moving vehicle or if located in an area with a fluid flow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of making a moving fluid energy recovery system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the exploded perspective view of a moving fluid energy recovery system.    Moving fluid energy recovery system (10)    End plate (30,40)    Central bore (32,42)    Inner vane slot (34,44)    Outer vane slot (36,46)    Inner arcuate vane (50)    Outer arcuate vane (52)
NOVELTY - A cell holder (1) is in the form of a housing of electrically insulating material, open on one or both sides, and has (a) a rear wall (3) incorporating a coolant channel, connecting with coolant supply and abstraction channel sections (5, 6) of the housing; (b) openings for the cell conductors; and (c) tongue and groove connectors (7, 8) for attaching further cell holders.    USE - The cell holder is used for receiving and retaining energy storage cell(s), specifically lithium ion cells (claimed). It is especially suitable for holding lithium ion cells in softpack form, e.g. for powering a hybrid or electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The holder combines mechanical protection, cooling and connecting functions, Effective cooling of the retained cells is obtained, while providing good electrical insulation and mechanical protection for the cells. Several cell holders can be assembled by the tongue and groove connections to form a compact, mechanically stable stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an energy storage cell having a cell holder as above;    (2) a cell holder stack, comprising multiple cell holders as above fixed together by the tongue and groove connectors (7, 8); and    (3) a multicell energy source including the cell holder stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a perspective view of a cell holder, suitable for holding lithium ion cells in softpack form.    Cell holder (1)    Side walls (2)    Cooled rear wall of holder (3)    Base section (4)    Coolant supply channel section (5)    Coolant abstraction channel section (6)    Groove (7)    Tongue (8)    Upper wall (20)    Lower wall (21)    Free cavity of holder (30)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode collector (10) is obtained by laminating an electro-conductive layer (14) on a base material (12) containing aluminum or aluminum alloy. The positive electrode collector has a surface oxide film (16) at the interface of the base material and the conductive layer. The surface oxide film has thickness of 3 nm or less.    USE - Positive electrode collector is used for lithium secondary battery used in vehicle (both claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle, and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode collector for lithium secondary battery has excellent durability and is manufactured in high yield. The lithium secondary battery has excellent battery performance and is lightweight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of positive electrode collector; and    (2) manufacture of lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the positive electrode collector.    Positive electrode collector (10)    Base material (12)    Electro-conductive layer (14)    Surface oxide film (16)    Positive electrode (30)
NOVELTY - The inverter has inverter unit (1) that pulse-width modulates output from direct current (DC) power supply (5). The voltage generated by inverter unit is converted to voltage having sinusoidal waveform by output filter (2). The pair of capacitors (41,42) arranged in respective input and output sides of inverter unit are serially connected to form neutral points. A leakage-current bypassing path (g) is formed by connecting neutral points. A common-mode choke coil (3) is arranged between capacitors to suppress common-mode current generated in inverter unit.    USE - Interconnection inverter for connecting solar cell system and fuel cell system to electric power system.    ADVANTAGE - Since the common-mode choke is arranged between pair of capacitors to suppress common-mode current generated in inverter unit, the flow out of leakage current from the interconnection inverter is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the interconnection inverter. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Inverter unit (1)    Output filter (2)    Common-mode choke coil (3)    DC power supply (5)    Capacitors (41,42)    Leakage-current bypassing path (g)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring present output value, air-fuel (A/F) value and temperature of fuel cell stack (28). The air-fuel is the ratio between amounts of oxygen-containing gas and fuel supplied to the fuel cell stack. The amount of fuel supplied to fuel cell stack is controlled, based on the measured output value, A/F value and temperature.    USE - Method of controlling solid oxide fuel cell system mounted in mobile object e.g. vehicle, and stationary object.    ADVANTAGE - Since amount of fuel supplied to the fuel cell stack is controlled based on measurement of present output value, A/F value and temperature of the fuel cell stack, oxidation of fuel cell anode due to the flow of oxygen-containing gas resulting from depletion of fuel and degradation of anode and cathode of fuel cell by insufficient heat, carbon deposition due to insufficient evaporation and insufficient reforming are suppressed. Hence thermally self-sustaining operation of the fuel cell system is not impaired and power generation efficiency of the fuel cell system can be improved by the increased durability of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell module (12)    Raw fuel supply apparatus (16)    Oxygen-containing gas supply apparatus (18)    Fuel cell stack (28)
NOVELTY - The cooling structure has electrically-wired case (33) in which an inverter (34) is accommodated. The heat sinks (37,38) having several radiation fins, are attached to case on opposite side to battery module (24). The cooling channels (50,51) for cooling battery module and heat sinks by using cooling air.    USE - Cooling structure for power supply unit of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrically-wired case containing battery module and inverter, can be cooled by compact cooling structure such that height of power supply unit can be reduced, and gravity center can be made low.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of cooling structure.    Battery module (24)    Electrically-wired case (33)    Inverter (34)    Heat sinks (37,38)    Cooling channels (50,51)
NOVELTY - A sulfone compound (I) is new.    USE - New sulfone compound is used for electrolyte solvent for electrochemical device e.g. lithium primary battery, lithium secondary battery, lithium ion battery, fuel cell, solar cell, electric double layer capacitor. Can also be used for extraction solvent and reaction solvent.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfone compound has excellent thermal stability, low melting point, low viscosity, improved electrolytic ionic conductivity and high electrical property. Since, the sulfone compound has low solubility in water, the usage of water is suppressed and hence decline in current efficiency and generation of inner pressure are prevented when used in electrochemical device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sulfone compound of formula: R1-S(=O)2-CH3 (I) is new.    R1=6-8C branched alkyl.
NOVELTY - The system supplies the required hydraulic fluid automatically to the hydraulic propulsion motors (14) according to an electric signal, using internal combustion engine, electric motor, turbine, or fuel cells as the prime mover (10). The accumulator (1) is recharged with the extra power from the engine or electrical motor during running condition. The vehicle is driven without turning-ON the main power source, using the energy stored in the accumulator. The high tensile strength plastic fiber is used for accumulator.    USE - Hybrid hydraulic drive system for rail car, taxi, van, bus, truck, subway system, tramway, railroad car, tractor, excavator, endless track, tank system, airplane, forklift, military equipment, passenger car, and other automobiles (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Drive efficiency of vehicles is improved and emission level of vehicle is reduced. Fuel consumption is reduced by the small-sized accumulator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the hydraulic circuit.    Accumulator (1)    Check valve (5)    Prime mover (10)    Hydraulic propulsion motor (14)    Solenoid valve (36)
NOVELTY - The method involves selecting (210) a duty range using the input and output voltages. The ripple values for multiple phases within the selected duty range are calculated (220,230). The optimum number of phases is obtained based on the calculated ripple values.    USE - Method for selecting optimum number of phases for boost converters used in e.g. fuel cell, photovoltaics and wind turbine.    ADVANTAGE - Since optimum number of phases are obtained based on calculated ripple values, the cost of the boost converters can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) system for selecting optimum number of phases for converter; and    (2) computer readable medium storing program for selecting optimum number of phases for boost converters.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process for selecting the optimum number of phases for converters.    Step for selecting duty range (210)    Step for calculating ripple values (220,230)    Step for selecting phase numbers having minimum ripple values in duty range (240)    Step for selecting phase number having minimum ripple values in rated duty (250)    Step for selecting minimum number of phases (260)
NOVELTY - The fluid regulator has valve housing (142) that is adapted to be in fluid communication with a fluid consuming electrode of a battery cell. A movable valve (132) arranged in the opening (144) of the housing, is configured to move axially relative to the valve housing between an open valve position and a closed valve position as a portion of the valve is moved along an angled surface that is not normal to an axis of axial movement. The fluid is allowed to pass to the battery in the open valve position of the movable valve.    USE - Fluid regulator for supplying fluid such as air, oxygen or other gases to fluid consuming electrode of battery (claimed) e.g. fuel cell battery for use in portable electronic device such as hearing aid, music player, flashlight. Can also be used in cell phone, laptop computer, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The passage of fluid to the battery is enabled in the open valve position of the movable valve, so that the fluid entry to the fluid consuming electrode of the battery can be controlled easily. The power demand for the regulator is reduced, since the fluid regulator has several intermediate open valve positions in which the fluid flow is partially restricted, in addition to fully opened valve positions. Since few components with small volume and low height are used in the regulator without complex spring bias, the design is easy to use and the cost of the regulator is reduced. The fluid regulators can be easily actuated by the user manually or by an actuator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded cross-sectional perspective view of the fluid regulator.    Movable valve (132)    Screw portion (134)    Opposing lever (138)    Valve housing (142)    Opening of valve housing (144)
NOVELTY - Rejuvenating a pouch type lithium ion battery comprises providing pouch(es) (14A-C) sealably connected via first tubing to a first manifold (30A), where the pouch contains a first electrolyte and an electrode assembly, and is sealably connected against an external atmosphere; introducing a solvent into the first manifold and into the pouch to treat a respective electrode assembly contained within the pouch; removing a portion of the solvent from the pouch; introducing a second electrolyte into the first manifold and into the pouch; and sealing the pouch against the external atmosphere.    USE - Method for rejuvenating a pouch type lithium ion battery used in vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The method can provide cost savings, where the basic material costs for forming the lithium ion batteries is very expensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a system for rejuvenating a pouch type lithium ion battery comprising pouches, and a solvent source and an electrolyte source.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of electrolyte manifolds that may be used in rejuvenating lithium ion batteries.    Pouch (14A-C)    Inputs (18A-B)    Manifold (30A)    Fresh electrolyte source (34)    Pressure sources (40, 42)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell bipolar plate assembly (10) comprises a cathode plate and anode plate. Each plate includes a core material, a first surface material coupled to a first side of the core material, and a second surface material coupled to a second side of the core material, where the first and second surface materials have a different composition from the core material.    USE - A fuel cell bipolar plate assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The bipolar plate assembly includes core materials may be formed from the same material or differing materials that may be optimized for low mass, strength, material cost, formability and other mechanical and physical properties. Further, the core materials may be selected for their respective abilities to respond to post-form heat treatment to increase strength after forming.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a fuel cell including two fuel cell bipolar plate assemblies, and a soft goods portion (44), where each bipolar plate assembly is coupled to opposite sides of the soft goods portion; and    (2) manufacture of bipolar plate assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell stack.    Bipolar plate assembly (10)    Coolant flow channels (32)    Soft goods portion (44)    Membrane (46)    Fuel cell stack (100)
NOVELTY - The method involves reducing a volume of cavities in a liquid flow system and limiting a cross-sectional area of the liquid flow system to a maximum cross-sectional area of tolerably sized bubbles (230). Several micro flow channels (130) through which liquid will flow is provided and a volume-reducing material which is impenetrable to bubbles is filled within the flow channels to form a series of micro capillary pathways. The cavity volume is filled with the volume-reducing material which is impenetrable to bubbles.    USE - Method for managing gas bubbles in liquid flow system (claimed) e.g. fuel cell system such as direct oxidation fuel, direct methanol fuel cell(DMFC), liquid or vapor feed fuel cell, portable fuel cell and transportable reformer-based fuel cell systems. Can also be used in medical device, paint supply system, power plant etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the cavity volume is reduced and the cross-sectional area of liquid flow system is limited, the formation of intolerably sized bubbles and the aggregation of tolerably sized bubbles into intolerably sized bubbles are prevented. The bubbles are removed from the liquid flow system to reduce the quantity of bubbles that are to be managed. The power fluctuation in the presence of gas amount within the liquid reactant of the fuel cell is reduced. Smaller perturbations on the flow measurement of the liquid flow are created and more precise control is enabled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for liquid flow system to manage gas bubbles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of flow channel of liquid flow system.    Flow channel (130)    Liquid flow system (200)    Cross-sectional area of flow channel (210)    Diameter of flow channel (220)    Tolerably sized bubble (230)
NOVELTY - Printing ink comprises: particles of a functional material; a long chain polymer; and a solvent. The ink has a dynamic shear viscosity of greater than 10 Pa.s at a shear rate of less than 1/second and more than 20 ml of the ink per cm2 of filter area can be dispensed through a 400 mesh screen filter before a flow rate under a constant pressure drops by half.    USE - The printing ink is useful: for printing fine features on to a substrate (claimed) e.g. electrodes, batteries and solar cells; and for forming lines for solar cell fabrication, barrier ribs (pixel separators) in plasma display panels, and components of thick film heaters and fuel cell application.    ADVANTAGE - The printing ink is easily flowable that result in reduced clogging when applying the ink to a substrate to create fine features. The printing ink provides improved extrusion printing of fine features having high aspect ratio by using coextrusion process, in which the slumping mostly distorts the second ink which surrounds the functional ink, thus reduces slumping. The printing ink has improved rheological properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of printing fine features comprising extruding an ink onto a substrate through a fine applicator and post-processing the ink to form fine features on the substrate.
NOVELTY - A thermoelectric device (103) generates electric power when hot junction (107) is hotter than cold junction (108). The electrical connections electrically couples and draws power from solar panel (102) and thermoelectric device. The thermoelectric device has n-type legs and p-type legs both conduct heat from hot junction to cold junction. The n-type legs and p-type legs has segments of n-doped and p-doped semiconductor materials and one of the segment is formed of nano-composite material in which quantum confinement of carriers reduces segment's thermal conductivity.    USE - Solar powered generator for use in vehicle. Can also be used in residential and industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - The energy conversion efficiency is enhanced and performance of generator is improved at high temperature. The generator provides auxiliary power such that efficiency of vehicle is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar powered generator.    Solar powered generator (100)    Solar panel (102)    Thermoelectric device (103)    Hot junction (107)    Cold junction (108)
NOVELTY - The cathode active material comprises a lithium metal oxide secondary particle core formed by agglomerating lithium metal oxide primary particles, and a shell formed by coating the secondary particle core. The secondary particle has an average diameter of 7-15 mu m. The shell includes a conductive material.    USE - The active material is useful in a cathode of a lithium secondary battery (claimed), which is useful as a power source to drive portable electronic communication devices such as camcorders, cellular phones and notebooks and in electric vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, electromotive tools and satellites.    ADVANTAGE - The cathode active material can be economically produced with excellent productivity and improved discharging characteristics, and is capable of improving safety, thermal stability and overcharging characteristics of lithium secondary battery without deteriorating its basic characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method for preparing a cathode active material for a lithium secondary battery;    (2) a cathode of a lithium secondary battery; and    (3) a lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a scanning electronic microscope photograph view of a cathode active material.
NOVELTY - The rail has two slide grooves (2) formed inward on two sides of a slide rail part (1) formed with locating holes, where openings of the rail are opposite to each other. The slide grooves are longitudinally extended along the slide rail part made of model steel profile. Inner end faces of the slide grooves are inclined planes, where the slide grooves are in trapezoidal shape. A guide rail (3) extending longitudinally is mounted on the slide rail part.    USE - Slide rail for an electric motor car cell box.    ADVANTAGE - The rail is connected with the cell box body through the inclined plane, so that the rail is stable and reliable to use, does not vibrate, and protects the cell box in an effective manner, thus prolonging the service life of the cell box. The rail is made of model steel profile, so that the rail has ruggedness, aesthetic appearance and better corrosion resistance property. The rail enables assembling and disassembling the cell box in an easy manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a slide rail.    Slide rail part (1)    Slide grooves (2)    Guide rail (3)
NOVELTY - The slideway (1) has chutes (2) provided on two sides with opposite openings, where the slideway is made of aluminum alloy material. The chutes are longitudinally extended along the slideway, where the chutes are trapezoidal chutes, and two inner end faces of the chutes are inclined faces. The slideway is provided with a guide rail (3) that longitudinally extends along the slideway. The slideway is provided with a positioning hole.    USE - Battery box slideway for an electrically-propelled vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The slideway utilizes the inclined faces to connect the battery box slideway and a battery box body, so that the slideway is stable and reliable, thus avoiding generation of vibration, protecting a battery from being damaged, and prolonging service life. The slideway is made of aluminum alloy, so that the slideway is firm and durable. The slideway has aesthetic appearance, and is convenient to carry and place a battery box.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery box slideway.    Slideway (1)    Chutes (2)    Guide rail (3)
NOVELTY - The piece has active slurry coatings located on two sides of current collectors. A conductive carbon coating is formed between the current collectors and active slurry coating. A positive current collector of the current collectors is an aluminum etched foil whose thickness and depth are about 20 to 60 microns and 5 to 20 microns. The thickness of the conductive carbon coating, positive and negative active slurry coatings are about 4 to 10 microns, 40 to 75 microns and 32 to 60 microns.    USE - Pole piece for fabricating a Li-polymer power battery of an electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The piece increases utilization factor of raw material, reduces battery cost and internal resistance in active matter, and increases service life of the battery with security.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a pole piece for fabricating a Li-polymer power battery.
NOVELTY - The device has a phase-changing material (804) provided between a single battery (806) and a battery housing (811). Connection parts between a battery module box (809), a flange (807) and a single battery module are provided with mounting gaskets (803). The flange and the single battery module are fixedly connected with the battery module box via screws (801). Two sides of the battery module box are provided with a cooling liquid inlet (812) and a cooling liquid outlet (808). Two ends of an electrode connection post (805) are connected with an anode and a cathode of the single battery.    USE - Battery device for an efficient radiating electric automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The device effectively realizes cooling even in a formidable hot environment, thus ensuring balance of temperature distribution in the single battery, and hence realizing optimal operation condition, and enhancing economical efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an efficient radiating electric automobile battery device.    Screws (801)    Mounting gaskets (803)    Phase-changing material (804)    Electrode connection post (805)    Single battery (806)    Flange (807)    Cooling liquid outlet (808)    Battery module box (809)    Battery housing (811)    Cooling liquid inlet (812)
NOVELTY - A block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene, is new.    USE - The block copolymer is useful for preparing the proton exchange film for fuel battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The block copolymer is dissolved into the organic solvent to coat, so that the proton exchange film applied to fuel battery is prepared. The film has excellent proton conductive property and hydrolysis stability, it has wide application foreground in the fuel battery proton exchange film field.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene of Formula (I), is new.    q=0-60;    p=0-60;    m=10-40; and    n=20-60.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a method for preparing the block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene; and    (2) a method for preparing the proton exchange film for fuel battery by using the block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene obtained by the method, where the materials are counted by mass parts comprising: dissolving 1 part of block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene into 10 parts of dimethyl sulfoxide, heating and agitating for 4 hours, dissolving the copolymer completely; after filtering to remove impurities, pouring the filtrate on the clean and dry horizontal glass plate, after evenly laying, drying into film; soaking the film for 24 hours with 2 mol/L of hydrochloric acid, and then placing into deionized water to wash for 24 hours; wiping the film into dry, vacuum drying for 24 hours, obtaining the proton exchange film of the block copolymer of side-chain sulfonated polyimide and sulfonated polybutadiene.
NOVELTY - A completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer, is new.    USE - The block copolymer is useful for preparing the proton exchange film for fuel battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The block copolymer is dissolved into the organic solvent to coat, so that the proton exchange film applied to fuel battery is prepared. The film has excellent proton conductive property and hydrolysis stability, it has wide application foreground in the fuel battery proton exchange film field.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer of Formula (I), is new.    q=0-60;    p=0-60;    m=10-40; and    n=20-60.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a method for preparing the completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer; and    (2) a method for preparing the proton exchange film for fuel battery by using the completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer obtained by the method, where the materials are counted by mass parts comprising: dissolving 1 part of completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer into 10 parts of dimethyl sulfoxide, heating and agitating for 4 hours, dissolving the copolymer completely; after filtering to remove impurities, pouring the filtrate on the clean and dry horizontal glass plate, after evenly laying, drying into film; soaking the film for 24 hours with 2 mol/L of hydrochloric acid, and then placing into deionized water to wash for 24 hours; wiping the film into dry, vacuum drying for 24 hours, obtaining the proton exchange film of the completely sulfonated polyimide and partially sulfonated polybutadiene block copolymer.
NOVELTY - The device has an air blower (172) connected to a break booster (13) for supplying negative pressure. The break booster is provided with a relief valve (20) that is installed at a negative pressure line (19). The negative pressure line is connected with an inlet end of the air blower, where pressure of the negative pressure line is regularly maintained. A pressure sensor and a controller are installed at the negative pressure line, where the controller inputs a signal from the pressure sensor for controlling the operation of the relief valve.    USE - Brake device for a fuel cell vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The break booster can be operated by using the negative pressure generated in the inlet end of the air blower, so the cost of the vehicle is reduced. The continued ratio of the device can be improved, and the weight of device is reduced without the additional power consumption. The device can be operated stably without causing the risk to the operation of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a brake device of a fuel cell vehicle.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Break booster (13)    Hydrogen supply system (16)    Negative pressure line (19)    Relief valve (20)    Air blower (172)
NOVELTY - A nanowire comprises heat-treated material of nanowire comprised from copper acetylide.    USE - Nanowire is used for storing hydrogen for polymer fuel cell used for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The nanowire occludes hydrogen in high concentration even at room temperature.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of nanowire, which involves forming crystalline self-organized nanowire from copper acetylide, and heat-processing the nanowire at 120 degrees C or more in non-oxidizing atmosphere. The copper acetylide is obtained by reacting copper chloride and acetylene gas.
NOVELTY - A polymetalorganosiloxane is new.    USE - New polymetalorganosiloxane for manufacturing article (claimed) e.g. transparent semiconductor, transparent electrode, sensor, window glass, components, antireflection coating, barrier coating, protection coating, corrosion-proof coating, antistatic coating, organic light emitting diode, photovoltaic devices, flat panel display and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The compound has high refractive index, high catalyst (photocatalyst) activity, electroconductivity or semiconductivity, nonlinear optical property, switching characteristic, barrier property, and/or bindability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polymetalorganosiloxane of formula Xq-M-(O-Si(R1)(R5)-O-(Si(R2)(R6)-O)m-Si(R3)(R7)-R4)n is new.    M=Mg, Al, Ca, Sc, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, Ge, As, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, Tc, Ru, Rh, Pd, Cd, In, Sn, Sb, La, Hf, Ta, W, Re, Os, Ir, Pt, Hg, Tl, Pb, Bi, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu, Th, U or Pu;    X=O1/2 or OR;    R=alkyl;    R1-R7=H, alkoxy, 1-10C alkyl, Ph or compound of formula R11-Si(R12)(R13)-O-(Si(R14)(R15)-O)p-;    R11-R15=H, 1-10C alkyl or Ph;    n=value which pulled q from oxidation number of M; and    m,p=0, or 1-5.    Provided that when q is 0-4, X is OR, when q is 1 or 2 is O1/2 and M is Ti, V, Mn, Nb, Mo, Tc, Ru, Sb, Ta, W, Re, Os, Th or U, and when q is 4, X is O1/2, and M is Cr, Mo, W, Ru, Re, Os, U, or Pu. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) manufacture of article containing metal oxide involving hydrolyzing by heating polymetalorganosiloxane at 100-450 degrees C; and    (2) article.
NOVELTY - The detector (10) has gas detection element (60) including temperature measurement circuit that is arranged in detection space (39) for measuring temperature in inner portion of detection space. A thermistor (28) measures temperature of to-be-detected gas before introducing the gas into the detection space. A control unit controls emitted-heat amount of heat generating structures based on the temperature in detection space, and temperature of to-be-detected gas.    USE - Hydrogen gas detector mounted in polymer electrolyte fuel cell unit of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The inner portion of the detection space can be heated steadily, the dew condensation in detection space can be prevented reliably, the detection accuracy of the detector can be stabilized and the unnecessary power consumption can be reduced significantly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the hydrogen gas detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas detector (10)    Circuit board (11)    Thermistor (28)    Detection space (39)    Gas detection element (60)
NOVELTY - A stainless steel bipolar plate has bipolar plate made by an austenitic stainless steel thin plate and a surface modified layer, in which the surface modified layer has a skin modified layer and a secondary surface alloyed diffusion layer. The skin modified layer is the molybdenum nitride with high conductivity and corrosion resistance, and the secondary surface alloying diffusion layer is the diffused solid solution of molybdenum and nitrogen.    USE - Stainless steel bipolar plate for molybdenum nitride surface modified fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The surface modified layer for stainless steel bipolar plate of solid polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell low cost, high conductivity and corrosion resistance, simple manufacturing method suitable for batch production, and the quality ration power and volumetric specific power of battery pack are increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing process of stainless steel bipolar plate of molybdenum nitride surface modified fuel cell.
NOVELTY - Invention relates to fuel cells and is used foe assembling membrane-electrode units of fuel cells based on doped polymer membranes, for example polybenzimidazole membranes whose proton conductivity is provided by a doping agent, for example phosphoric acid. The invention enables use during assembly of membrane-electrode units of membranes in undoped or partially doped state, when they are subject to storage without strict limitation of moisture of the medium and characterised by high mechanical characteristics compared to completely doped membranes. During such a procedure, the process of ultimate doping or doping membranes to a required level which provides acceptable values of proton conductivity is completed after assembling the membrane-electrode unit. The source of the doping agent which moves into the membrane as part of the membrane-electrode unit - either when switching the fuel cell to operation mode or during hot moulding - is a doping paste placed between the membrane and electrodes during assembling. The doping paste contains a doping agent and a stabiliser paste in form of dispersed particles which can be of different nature.    USE - Chemistry.    ADVANTAGE - Simplification of the technique of assembling a membrane-electrode unit. 34 cl, 2 dwg, 2 ex
NOVELTY - A pitch is dissolved in spinning solution containing tetrahydrofuran to disperse magnesium oxide powder uniformly. A commercial magnesium oxide powder having particle size of 10-15 nm, is added to the spinning solution, sealed, mixed and dried. The obtained dried mixture is spun using spinneret to obtain spun fiber. The obtained spun fiber is stabilized in nitrogen atmosphere, and carbonized. The carbonized fiber is mixed with hydrochloric acid to remove magnesium oxide, and washed. Thus, manufacture of porous carbon fiber having uniform mesopore is carried out.    USE - Manufacture of porous carbon fiber used for support element of catalyst for fuel cell, capacitor (claimed) and battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method simply and economically provides porous carbon fiber having uniform porosity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A pitch is dissolved in spinning solution containing tetrahydrofuran to disperse magnesium oxide powder uniformly. A commercial magnesium oxide powder having particle size of 10-15 nm, is added to the spinning solution, sealed, mixed and dried. The obtained dried mixture is spun using spinneret to obtain spun fiber. The obtained spun fiber is stabilized in nitrogen atmosphere, and carbonized. The carbonized fiber is mixed with hydrochloric acid to remove magnesium oxide. The remaining hydrochloric acid and impurities are removed by washing repeatedly with distilled water, and dried. Thus, manufacture of porous carbon fiber having uniform mesopore is carried out. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for porous carbon fiber.
NOVELTY - An electrically operated device for generating electricity along the present generation system, comprises: generator with magnetic bar three-dimensionally oval in shape attachment with the shaft of the generator. This system can only run efficiently in a vertically aligned axis to earth~s line of gravity. The input does not require expensive fossil fuels like coal or gas for power generation. Only electrical input (switch-on) is required to run the central motor. To stop the system, it can be safely switched off. Image 0/0
NOVELTY - The method involves cleaning catalytic gas in a fixed bed reactor (3) of different materials from harmful microelements such as hydrogen sulphide, halogenated and aromatic hydrocarbon and silicon compound, by catalytic reactions. The catalytic gas is heated to 300 degree Celsius by using an exhaust gas heat exchanger (2). Waste heat of an internal combustion engine is utilized for heating treatments. Layers and material selection are dependent on toxic substance to be removed. The cleaned gas is cooled by a gas cooler (4) to temperature required for a gas engine.    USE - Method for cleaning catalytic gas e.g. waste gas, sewage gas and biogas, in pipelines in internal combustion engine, gas turbine and fuel cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method ensures high durability of the catalytic material and guides the catalytic material at less operating cost, thus avoiding the corrosion of the pipeline and system parts in contact with the catalytic gas, and reducing deposits in the heat exchanger and wear of the valves and piston in the engine and the turbine. The method reduces the investment, repair- and maintenance cost of the engine and the turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of an internal combustion engine.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Gas pipeline (1)    Exhaust gas heat exchanger (2)    Fixed bed reactor (3)    Gas cooler (4)    Block heating station (5)
NOVELTY - The steering apparatus includes a plane of rotation change mechanism (M) in which the plane of rotation (T) of the steering wheel (1) inclining in the non-steering state is changed so that it may stand up in an orthogonal direction. The change in the plane of rotation involves the gradual approach of the upper part of the steering wheel close to the operator side and the keeping away of the lower portion from an operator gradually between the vehicle body side mechanism and the steering wheel according to increase of the steering angle by the rotation operation.    USE - Steering apparatus for a vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables reliable and stabilized steering wheel operation with lesser effort since interference of an elbow joint of the right and left arm, as well as interference of the elbow joint and abdominal part are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a vertical side view of the entire structure containing the control system of the steering apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Steering wheel (1)    Steering column (3)    Inflator (5)    Plane of rotation change mechanism (M)    Plane of rotation (T)
NOVELTY - The heat exchanger includes multiple flow paths (5) which join a first plate (2) and a second plate (3), through which a first fluid flows. The outer wall surface of each flow path is in contact with one or more pipes (6) through a second fluid flows.    USE - Heat exchanger for e.g. domestic or commercial air conditioner, heat-pump type water heater, heat-pump type washing-drying machine, fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Simplifies manufacture and improves durability of heat exchanger. Ensures excellent heat-exchange performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of heat exchanger. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    First plate (2)    Second plate (3)    Flow paths (5)    Flow path linear portion (5a)    Pipes (6)    Pipe linear portion (6a)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a case (31) having an entrance portion (311) and exit portion (312). The fluid flows through the case from entrance to exit. The flow path division structures (33-1-33-3) are provided in the case to separate the fluid flowed into case from entrance. The heaters (32-1-32-3) are provided in the case to heat the separated fluid and the heated fluid is flowed into the exit portion.    USE - Fluid heating apparatus for fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the flow path division structure is provided in the case to separate the fluid flowed into case from entrance portion, the flow rate of cooling water flowing into the case is increased. The local boiling in the heater surface can be prevented. The decline in heat-exchange efficiency of the heater can be suppressed. The cooling water can be heated immediately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fluid heating apparatus.    Case (31)    Heaters (32-1-32-3)    Flow path division structures (33-1-33-3)    Entrance portion (311)    Exit portion (312)
NOVELTY - The humidifier (1) has hollow fiber membrane bundle (11) including hollow fiber membranes (11a), that is provided between core (20) and cylindrical case (10). An air flows through inside of hollow fiber membrane, and cathode off gas of different humidity from air passes along outflow hole (23) and flows out of hollow portion (21) in core toward hollow fiber membrane bundle. Several grooves (50) are provided in upstream vicinity of outflow hole in flow direction of cathode off gas to turn the cathode off gas to flow inside of hollow fiber membrane bundle.    USE - Humidifier for fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water exchange efficiency can be improved by turning the cathode off gas to flow inside of hollow fiber membrane bundle. Hence, the suitable humidification can be obtained easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the humidifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidifier (1)    Cylindrical case (10)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Hollow fiber membrane (11a)    Core (20)    Hollow portion (21)    Outflow hole (23)    Groove (50)
NOVELTY - The humidification unit (1) has humidifiers (10A,10B) with hollow fiber membrane (12) whose inner and outer sides are respectively connected with air outlet (21c1) and air inlet (21a3) through the joint (30). The outer and inner sides of hollow fiber membrane are respectively connected with off-gas outlet (21a2) and off-gas inlet (21b2) through the joint (40). The joints are arranged in the spaces (Q1,Q3) which are formed by shifting the position of humidifiers.    USE - Humidification unit for fuel cell system used in fuel cell electric vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - Since joints are arranged in the spaces, protrusion of joint from the humidifier can be prevented and size reduction can be enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the humidification unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidification unit (1)    Humidifiers (10A,10B)    Hollow fiber membrane (12)    Off-gas outlet (21a2)    Air inlet (21a3)    Off-gas inlet (21b2)    Air outlet (21c1)    Joints (30,40)    Spaces (Q1,Q3)
NOVELTY - A case structure (111) accommodates electric power generation element (120) which is surrounded by insulation film envelopment structure (130). The envelopment structure surface (130a) is made to contact the case structure inner surface (111cn), when electric power generation element is inserted into case structure. Frictional resistance produced between envelopment structure surface and case structure inner surface is smaller as envelopment structure surface is provided with grooves (130am) and case structure inner surface is provided as a flat surface.    USE - Battery such as lithium secondary battery for hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The damage to insulation film envelopment structure can be prevented and the dielectric strength of electric power generation element battery case can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view explaining the process of inserting electric power generation element surrounded by insulation film envelopment structure into case structure.    Case structure (111)    Case structure inner surface (111cn)    Electric power generation element (120)    Insulation film envelopment structure (130)    Envelopment structure surface (130a)    Grooves (130am)
NOVELTY - A negative electrode material has ridgeline-like pleat portions expand continuously, and two or more recessed portions having polygonal opening portion provided in the surface. The negative electrode material has stokes mode particle diameter of 500 nm or more, measured with a disc centrifuge apparatus. The negative electrode material comprises carbon microsphere having ratio of microcrystal size measured by X-ray diffraction method, and stokes mode particle diameter of 0.04 or more.    USE - Negative electrode material is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for hybrid car, electric vehicle and portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The negative electrode material has excellent stability in propylene-carbonate-type electrolyte solution and battery capacity, and high-density fillability. The lithium secondary battery formed using the negative electrode material has excellent discharge characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of negative electrode material, which involves thermally-depositing a raw hydrocarbon gas (a), depositing a carbon ball, thermally-depositing a composite-carbon ball such that the carbon ball and a raw hydrocarbon gas (b) are contacted, and heat-processing composite-carbon ball at 2000 degrees C or more to obtain carbon microsphere; and    (2) lithium secondary battery, which has a negative electrode comprising negative electrode material.
NOVELTY - The module has several fuel cells (4) which are arranged at preset interval. A modifier (5) is arranged above the fuel cell stack (400) of fuel cell. A flow path structure (7) having air flow path pipes (76a,76b,77a,77b) is provided covering the modifier and stack. The oxidizing agent gas is supplied to the fuel cell by the air flow path pipes. The flow path outer walls (71,72) are arranged inside the wall surface of container and outside the air flow path pipes.    USE - Fuel cell module.    ADVANTAGE - Since the flow path outer walls are arranged inside the wall surface of container and outside the air flow path pipes, diffusion of heat to the combustion portion is prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell module.    Fuel cell (4)    Modifier (5)    Flow path structure (7)    Flow path outer walls (71,72)    Air flow path pipes (76a,76b,77a,77b)    Fuel cell stack (400)
NOVELTY - An ingot of lead-calcium-tin-type lead alloy is rolled and heat-processed at 280 degrees C to melting point of alloy for 15 minutes or more. The substrate is mold-processed by expanding or punching for 168 hours, and aged to obtain a lead-acid-battery substrate.    USE - Manufacture of substrate used for lead acid battery for motor vehicle and backup.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of substrate having excellent strength and corrosion resistance. The lead acid battery formed using the substrate has excellent durability.
NOVELTY - The method involves inserting aluminum conductor (7) of coated aluminum electric wire (5) among several copper conductors (3) of coated copper electric wire (1). The ultrasonic welding of copper conductor and aluminum conductor is performed in welding horn of ultrasonic welder by inserting copper strand (3a).    USE - Connection method of aluminum electric wire and copper electric wire in motor vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The aluminum electric wire and copper electric wire can be connected by high adhering force. The damage such as thickness reduction of aluminum conductor, and breakage can be reduced without reducing the ultrasonic force. The aluminum conductor is covered with copper conductor with high tensile strength.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the connection structure of aluminum electric wire and copper electric wire. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Copper electric wire (1)    Copper conductor (3)    Copper strand (3a)    Aluminum electric wire (5)    Aluminum conductor (7)
NOVELTY - The module has several fuel cells (4) which operate when fuel gas and oxidizing agent flows from one side to another side. The air flow path outer wall portions (71,72) is arranged inside the wall surface of container of module and arranged outside the fuel cells. The wall portions are arranged from downward direction to upper direction and in every direction of fuel cells such that the fuel cells are surrounded.    USE - Fuel cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The diffusion of heat of combustion portion is prevented such that heat of combustion portion is utilized efficiently for power generation reaction in fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell module.    Gas holder (3)    Fuel cell (4)    Modifier (5)    Flow-path element (7)    Air flow path outer wall portions (71,72)
NOVELTY - The system has fuel cell (2) with fuel electrode and oxidizing agent electrode. A purge valve purges the water maintained at the gas diffusion layer (5) of fuel electrode or oxidizing agent electrode. A control unit performs purge process that purges the water equivalent to water quantity obtained by subtracting secondary water quantity maintained in temperature regulation of fuel cell from primary water quantity maintained at the time of system breakdown.    USE - Fuel cell system for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water oozing out from the gas diffusion layer can be suppressed even if the temperature of the fuel cell falls. The condition of water freezing and internal flow path occlusion can be suppressed, such that the fall of starting property at the time of low temperature can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell (2)    Catalyst layer (4)    Gas diffusion layer (5)    Separator (6)    Fuel tank (10)
NOVELTY - The system has cooling water flow path (5) with ends respectively connected with exit (6a) and inlet (6b) of cooling water tank (6). The exit and inlet of cooling water tank are located in the uppermost portion of cooling water flow path. The cooling water tank is positioned in upward direction of fuel cell (4).    USE - Fuel cell system for cogeneration apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of bubble in the cooling water flow path can be suppressed. Stabilization of temperature control of fuel cell is attained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the front view explaining the structure of the cogeneration apparatus with fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (4)    Cooling water flow path (5)    Cooling water tank (6)    Exit of cooling water tank (6a)    Inlet of cooling water tank (6b)
NOVELTY - The electrode has several through-holes (11) which are formed in electroconductive core material (10) in lattice form. The through-hole has primary edges (11x,11y) facing the secondary edges (11a,11b) which oppose. The secondary edges oppose parallel to the edge portion (12a) in alignment with longitudinal direction of core material. The primary edges are provided parallel to the direction vertical to the edge portion in alignment with longitudinal direction of core material.    USE - Electrode for alkaline storage battery (claimed) for electric vehicle and portable electronic device such as mobile phone, portable information terminal, notebook type computer and video cam.    ADVANTAGE - The mechanical strength of core material is high such that curvature during rolling under high pressure is not produced easily. Since the electrode is excellent in electronic conductivity, the internal resistance is reduced and output of battery is improved. The core material in electrode is manufactured easily such that rate of inferior goods is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for alkaline storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the core material.    Core material (10)    Through-hole (11)    Secondary edges (11a,11b)    Primary edges (11x,11y)    Edge portion (12a)
NOVELTY - The battery module has phosphoric-acid iron lithium ion battery unit and lead acid battery unit. The phosphoric-acid iron lithium ion battery unit contains four phosphoric-acid iron lithium ion batteries connected in series. The lead acid battery unit has six lead acid batteries connected in series. The phosphoric-acid iron lithium ion battery unit is connected in parallel with the lead acid battery unit with power capacity ratio of 1-20%.    USE - Battery module for internal combustion engine e.g. petrol engine mounted in vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Battery module excellent in discharge characteristics can be obtained. Production cost of the battery module can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph explaining the relationship between the rotation speed and torque of engine of vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The device has voltage control apparatus which controls voltage rise apparatus so that voltage by the side of drive circuit corresponds to target voltage, when operating point of electric motor is contained in voltage rise region of motor operation region. Loss of electric drive device at the time of voltage fall is smaller than loss of electric drive device at the time of voltage rise during voltage fall region of motor operation region. The motor is made to operate in power running mode or in regeneration mode based on preset voltage rise restrictions.    USE - Electric motor drive device for electric vehicle (claimed), hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The loss of the electric motor drive device can be reduced and the fuel consumption can be reduced as the electric motor is made to operate in power running mode or regeneration mode by performing voltage rise control of voltage rise apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the voltage rise control process performed by the electronic control unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a battery (4) through which power is supplied to headlamp (3h). The generator (5) is driven by an engine (2) to supply power to battery. The output voltage of the generator is reduced to specific voltage, when rotation speed of the engine is more than predetermined value. The parameter indicating the brightness of the headlamp is acquired. The change in the brightness of the headlamp is detected from the parameter. The output voltage of generator is reduced to voltage less than specific voltage, based on change in brightness of the headlamp.    USE - Voltage control apparatus for generator used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage of the generator can be controlled according to the change in the brightness of the light from headlamp so that fuel consumption can be reduced and generation of flicker of the headlamp can be identified by the passenger reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the voltage control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Engine (2)    Headlamp (3h)    Battery (4)    Generator (5)    Voltage control unit (16)
NOVELTY - A voltage difference detection unit detects voltage difference of stack side voltage of direct current (DC)-DC converter (30) and secondary battery side voltage. A temperature sensor detects the temperature of DC-DC converter based on detected voltage difference. A controller (60) performs inhibitory control such that difference of stack side voltage and secondary battery side voltage is made small, when high temperature state of DC-DC converter is detected.    USE - Electric power generation system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The loss due to increase in resistance of element temperature rise of DC-DC converter is made low and voltage conversion efficiency can be improved. Since generation of heat is made difficult, the heat emission amount of DC-DC converter can be restrained without limiting passage electric power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (10)    Electric motor (20)    DC-DC converter (30)    Auxiliary machine (50)    Controller (60)
NOVELTY - The control circuit has a buck-boost chopper (Ch) that performs charge/discharge control of secondary battery (B) and electrical double layer capacitor (EDLC). A proportional-integral (PI) control device computes charge/discharge setting value of EDLC based on difference signal of secondary battery voltage command value and detected battery voltage. The buck-boost chopper is controlled through a pulse width modulation (PWM) circuit based on the charge/discharge setting value.    USE - Control circuit of composite power supply device with electrical double layer capacitor and secondary battery such as lead acid or lithium cell battery for use in vehicle such as forklift truck, unmanned vehicle, and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By controlling the buck-boost chopper based on charge/discharge setting value of EDLC, the voltage and electric current variation of secondary battery can be suppressed. Hence the service life of battery can be prolonged regardless of internal impedance ratio of the circuit. Also, by performing a gate block of the chopper at time of abnormality generation in EDLC and motor, the safety and reliability of the power supply device can be ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the circuit diagram of the composite power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Secondary battery (B)    Buck-boost chopper (Ch)    Reactor (L)    Alternating current motor (M)    Boosting switching element (S1)
NOVELTY - A deterioration judging unit (13) determines the deterioration state of vehicle-mounted battery (4), based on the usage time of battery. The target usage time of the battery is set based on the target deterioration state and the shelf life limit of the battery. The supply characteristics of voltage supplied to the battery from the generator (5) is changed based on the target deterioration state and the shelf life limit of the battery, when the usage time of battery is shorter than the target usage time, such that the usage time becomes the target usage time.    USE - Voltage controller of generator mounted in vehicle such as motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel consumption improvement of the vehicle can be achieved, and the battery shelf life can be prolonged, without giving discomfort to the user, to control the supply voltage of the generator. The change of an extreme engine characteristic can be suppressed, and the deterioration state of the battery can be determined precisely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the voltage controller. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle (1)    Engine (2)    Vehicle-mounted battery (4)    Generator (5)    Deterioration judging unit (13)
NOVELTY - The battery has a positive electrode, negative electrode and the separator that are spirally coiled so as to form an electrode group (7). The positive and negative electrode tabs (3,4) are extended from the positive and negative electrodes, respectively. The distance between electrode tabs is calculated by preset formula comprising parameters such as position of electrode tabs counted from inner peripheral side of electrode group and sum of thickness of electrodes. The sum thickness of electrode is twice that of thickness of separator.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte battery e.g. lithium-ion battery used for electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric current can be distributed uniformly in the electrodes of the non-aqueous battery so that the deterioration of the electrode tabs is prevented. Thus, the durability of the non-aqueous battery is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) cutter for manufacturing positive electrode or negative electrode of non-aqueous battery; and    (2) manufacturing method of positive electrode or negative electrode of non-aqueous battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of electrode group in the non-aqueous electrolyte battery.    Positive electrode tab (3)    Negative electrode tab (4)    Electrode group (7)    End surface of electrode group (7a)
NOVELTY - An anodic active material comprises lithium-transition metal oxide containing transition metal chosen from nickel, cobalt and manganese, and fluorine contained in the surface of the lithium-transition metal oxide. The lithium-transition metal oxide further contains sulfur, magnesium, titanium, zirconium, aluminum or iron.    USE - Anodic active material for use in lithium secondary battery (claimed) for hybrid electric vehicles and portable electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The anodic active material has improved high voltage characteristics, and provides secondary batteries with improved capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the lithium-transition metal oxide; and    (2) lithium secondary battery.
NOVELTY - Two or more electrochemical cells comprising related two or more electrochemistries are integrated with each other. Device(s) is formed integrally with the electrochemical cells to form an integrated battery and device structure.    USE - Manufacture of integrated battery and device structure, where device comprises microelectromechanical system (MEMS) sensing element, fuel cell(s), photovoltaic(s) (e.g. solar cell), capacitor(s), ultracapacitor(s), piezoelectric element(s), thermo-electric element(s), microelectromechanical turbine(s), and hybrid combination of units chosen from electrochemical cells, fuel cells, photovoltaic cells, capacitors, ultracapacitors, piezoelectric, thermo-electric, microelectromechanical turbines, and energy scavengers (all claimed), for use in energy systems.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of multi-component energy device having a unified structure. The components are organized into a structure to achieve an energy density, power density, voltage range, current range, and durability that the single components could not achieve individually. The electrochemical cells present multiple chemistries to accommodate a wider range of voltage and current compared to individual ones. The energy-scavenging elements are utilized to collect energy and replenish it to other components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the unified structure including integrated silicon solar cell and thin film battery.
NOVELTY - The system has polymer electrolyte FC and inverter connected in parallel with battery to connect with load. The terminal voltage of FC is controlled by FC converter positioned between FC and inverter. The input voltage of inverter is controlled by DC-DC converter positioned between battery and inverter. The DC-DC converter is controlled, until input voltage of inverter reaches setting voltage when output power of FC is increased. The terminal voltage of FC is set to output voltage based on output power when controlling operation of FC converter.    USE - Hybrid type fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle and fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV) such as vessel, airplane, and robot, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The terminal voltage of FC is set to the output voltage based on output power when controlling operation of FC converter, so that the stabilized operation of the FC converter can be controlled, even when steep variation of input voltage of inverter and output terminal voltage of FC are required. The stabilized converter control is ensured reliably, when abrupt change is required for input voltage of converter and the output terminal voltage of the FC.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the operation of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A target generation electric current calculating unit (34) calculates target generation electric current extracted from fuel cell based on target generation electric power of fuel cell. A current changing rate limiting-value calculating unit (35) calculates limiting value of electric current changing rate based on driving state parameter correlated with fuel cell operating temperature. A current limiting unit (37) limits target generation electric current so that changing rate of electric current does not exceed limiting value.    USE - Electric power generation control apparatus of fuel cell mounted in hybrid type electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fall of electric power generation efficiency can be prevented as the changing rate of electric current is limited.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric power generation control method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the electric power generation control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Target generation electric current calculating unit (34)    Current changing rate limiting-value calculating unit (35)    Current limiting unit (37)    Target electric power generation voltage calculating unit (39)    Electric power generation voltage control part (40)
NOVELTY - A connection element (30) is formed with an engagement hole (34) in a location adjacent to a current cut-off valve (22). The valve is conductively connected with the connection element by being linearly joined with periphery of the hole. The valve is deformed towards outside of a battery casing (40), when the internal pressure of battery casing is raised above a prescribed level so that the valve is separated from the connection element and the electrical connection between the valve and the connection element is broken.    USE - Closed type battery e.g. lithium ion battery for supplying power to electric motor mounted in vehicle such as electric or hybrid vehicles. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel-cadmium battery, lead acid battery, nickel-zinc battery and electrical double layer capacitor for supplying power to personal computer or portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - Since the current cut-off valve is conductively connected with connection element by linearly joining with periphery of engagement hole, direct electrical connection is achieved with the valve and the connection element and the internal resistance is decreased. Thus the closed type battery for supplying heavy current is provided without increasing the internal resistance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of lithium ion battery.    Lithium ion battery (10)    Current cut-off valve (22)    Connection element (30)    Engagement hole (34)    Battery casing (40)
NOVELTY - The lithium secondary battery has an electrode (80) having a positive electrode (10) and a negative electrode (20) laminated on each other through a separator (30). A porous insulating layer (40) formed facing positive electrode is produced by filling and molding insulating particles having tap density of about 0.4 to 0.9 g/cm. The pressure (90) to be applied to the electrode along lamination direction of electrodes is in the range of about 4-50 kgf divide by cm2.    USE - Lithium secondary battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in portable terminal such as personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The fall of output of lithium secondary battery can be suppressed and the life cycle of the lithium secondary battery can be extended.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the electrode.    Positive electrode (10)    Negative electrode (20)    Separator (30)    Porous insulating layer (40)    Electrode (80)    Pressure (90)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode contains lithium-manganese-iron phosphate and lithium-nickel-manganese-cobalt complex oxide.    USE - Positive electrode is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for mobile telephone, notebook personal computer and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode has excellent initial-stage coulomb efficiency, high energy density and high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has heat exchangers (78,80) each including a heat-conducting material made tube (203) that is inserted into a cylindrical bore formed in the fuel cell end plate (130). The cooling liquid channel is formed inside the tube, and channels (205,207) for fuel gas such as hydrogen and oxidizer gas such as oxygen are defined in a space existing between the tube and the sides of the bore in the end plate.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The tube made of heat-conducting material includes channels for cooling liquid and fuel gas or the oxidizer gas to preheat reactant gas by using heat from the heat exchanger, so the need of separate supply ducts with thermal insulation is avoided. Hence compactness of the fuel system is achieved, weight and production costs are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the heat-exchanger of the fuel cell system.    Heat exchangers (78,80)    End plate (130)    Tube (203)    Channels (205,207)    Inlet (209)
NOVELTY - Rechargeable zinc-air battery comprises anode comprising essentially spherical copper particles covered by a layer of zinc.    USE - The battery is useful for motor vehicles (claimed), watches, acoustical devices, and electric vehicles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of anodic compartment of the battery with a possibly associated fuel tank.    Electricity collector (1,2)    Serpentine (3)    Tubes (4,5)    Auxiliary external tank (6)    Positive electrode (7)    Negative electrode (8)
NOVELTY - Obtaining colored zirconia comprises: (a) preparing a suspension of stabilized zirconia powder with a ratio of 1.5-5% mol with respect to the zirconia; (b) adding to the suspension of step (a) a solution containing an iron compound as the sole precursor dye and stirring; (c) drying the resulting suspension in step (b); (d) shaping the product obtained in step (c) and (e) presintering in air forming the product.    USE - The method is useful for obtaining colored zirconia for manufacturing dental components such as dental implants, crowns, or bridges copings and technical ceramic structural elements and preparing catalyst or fuel cell components (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The colored zirconia has uniform color, which can be controlled to suit each individual patient, and the method of preparation is as simple and economical as possible to facilitate at scaled industrial.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a colored zirconia material obtainable by the process.
NOVELTY - The mat has multiple symmetric spring mats (2) provided at an inner parts of an upper and lower layers, where the spring mats are connected with springs (3). Multiple massagers (4) are attached to a surface of a mat body (1), connected with a rechargeable power supply (5) and a switch (6), and located serially in the mat body. A side of the mat body is provided with a charging port, and another side of the mat body is fixedly connected with a storage bag (7). An opening of the bag is processed with a Zipper (RTM: Slide fastener) (8).    USE - Vehicle mat.    ADVANTAGE - The mat is simple in structure, and comfortable and convenient to use, and relieves fatigue of the user. The mat is provided with health-caring and storage functions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a vehicle mat.    Mat body (1)    Symmetric spring mats (2)    Springs (3)    Massagers (4)    Rechargeable power supply (5)    Switch (6)    Storage bag (7)    Slide fastener (8)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a rear end cap (1), a front end cap (2), a rotor shaft (3), speed-change gears (4, 5), a bearing block (6), a rotating shaft (7) for a blower and a wind wheel (8) for the blower by an aerogenerator. The front end cover is provided with a blower supporting and fixing bracket and the front end cap for an electric generator.    USE - Method for charging an electric vehicle by a wind power generation and an aerogenerator.    ADVANTAGE - The continuous travel capacity of the electric vehicle is increased by 20 percentage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an aerogenerator.    Rear end cap (1)    Front end cap (2)    Rotor shaft (3)    Speed-change gears (4, 5)    Bearing block (6)    Rotating shaft (7)    Wind wheel (8)
NOVELTY - The bracket has a floor type or suspended wall type bracket main body, and a canonical electric signal real-time collecting system comprising a conducting jack, a data collecting card, a microcomputer and a universal serial bus (USB) hub. The USB hub records an electric signal generated by a microbiological fuel cell in a real time. The USB hub flexibly changes a collecting channel of a battery. An independently-controlled magnetic stirring table evenly mixes electrolytes of anode and cathode of the microbiological fuel cell.    USE - Comprehensive experiment bracket for a microbiological fuel cell in a laboratory (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bracket has the floor type or suspended wall type bracket main body, so that bracket can be used in different spaces of the laboratory. The bracket has tidy appearance and simple circuit, and consumes less energy. The bracket reduces cost of the experiment. The bracket has anti-static function and acid and alkaline resistant function, and shields electromagnetic interference. The bracket ensures safe use of strong-weak electricity, and is convenient to install and uninstall. The bracket has energy saving and environment protecting functions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a comprehensive experiment bracket for a microbiological fuel cell in a laboratory.
NOVELTY - The generator has a multi-layer frame whose upper wall is provided with a light reflecting membrane. A lower wall of the multi-layer frame is mounted with a solar panel. An outer lateral wall of the multi-layer frame is mounted with a light guiding tube, where one end of the light guiding tube is mounted with a light collecting bonnet.    USE - Light guide receiving generator for a light electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The generator reduces consumption of floor space about 80 to 90 percentages. The generator has safe, environment-friendly, energy-saving effects, and is convenient to use. The generator increases driving range. The generator reduces pollution and maintenance cost, and increases service life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a light guide receiving generator.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a toilet facility (2) and emergency medical facility (3) arranged on the loading platform of a motor truck. A folding-type lifting mechanism (17) is arranged in the loading platform of the motor truck for assisting boarding/alighting of physically challenged person. A solar panel is arranged in the roof of the motor truck for providing motive power to the inside-and-outside lamp of the container and air conditioner provided in the toilet facility.    USE - Apparatus for assisting outdoor activity of physically challenged person.    ADVANTAGE - Toilet facility and emergency medical facility can be utilized effectively so that health problem of the physically challenged person during outdoor activity can be solved effectively. Hence, physically challenged person can effectively participate in the outdoor activity. Manufacturing cost of the container can be reduced and leakage of bad odor from excreta tank of the toilet facility can be avoided. The urine and feces can be utilized effectively as agricultural fertilizer so that the environmental hygiene can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the apparatus for assisting outdoor activity of physically challenged person. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Container (1)    Toilet facility (2)    Emergency medical facility (3)    Toilet bowl (4)    Lifting mechanism (17)
NOVELTY - The device has an air blower (16) provided in an outer side of a humidifier (20). An air exhaust line (40) is connected between an air electrode exit and the humidifier. A humidity sensor (54) detects moisture in air supplied to an air electrode (14). A bypass line (50) is connected to a random position of the air exhaust line. A valve (52) regulates back pressure of the air blower according to humidity volume found from the humidity sensor, and is mounted to the bypass line. The humidifier humidifies the air supplied to the air electrode of a fuel cell stack (10).    USE - Device for controlling air supply of a fuel system in a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device controls the air flow in the air electrode according to the detected humidity volume, consumes less power, and discharges the moist air restored in the humidifier to outside, thus reducing the back pressure provided on the backend of the air blower and increasing the flow rate of the air supplied to the fuel cell stack according to the reduction of the back pressure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling air supply of a fuel system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an air supply controlling device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell stack (10)    Air electrode (14)    Air blower (16)    Humidifier (20)    Air exhaust line (40)    Bypass line (50)    Valve (52)    Humidity sensor (54)
NOVELTY - The device (1) has a heat-conducting cooling apparatus arranged adjacent to a casing surface of electrochemical storage cells and/or double-layer capacitors (101-112, 201-212). The cooling apparatus is electrically insulated from the storage cells and/or the double-layer capacitors. The cooling apparatus is provided in thermal contact with a circumferential section of the casing surface of the storage cells and/or the double-layer capacitors. The cooling apparatus dissipates heat energy introduced by the casing surface of the storage cells and/or the capacitors.    USE - Power supply device for supplying power to a motor vehicle e.g. passenger vehicle and motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling apparatus dissipates the heat energy introduced by the casing surface of the storage cells and/or the capacitors in a simple manner, thus reliably cooling the supply device with great certainty, and hence eliminating defects that are not reconciled economically, and ensuring high service lifetime of the supply device when used in the automobiles, and reducing weight of the supply device. The supply device effectively prevents the electrical short-circuits due to material defects.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The storage cells are nickel-metal hybrid batteries cells and lithium-based battery cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified, schematic, cross-sectional view of a power supply device.    Power supply device (1)    Cooling walls (10-30)    Heat-conducting half shells (60-90)    Storage cell module (100)    Storage cells and/or double-layer capacitors (101-112, 201-212)
NOVELTY - The car has a generator, water meter, water cannon, air compressor and a switch or gear transmission utilized to form the car.    USE - Water and electric hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The water cannon generator can be continuously rotated, so that the car can be safely run.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a water and electric hybrid car.
NOVELTY - The system has cells (1, 1', 1'') with temperature-compensating structures i.e. corrugated boards (2a-2e), provided for passage of heat and/or cooling medium, where the corrugated boards are formed as a single piece. The corrugated boards have two covering layers, and corrugations are arranged between the covering layers for passage of the heat and/or cooling medium. A plate-shaped board is passed along longitudinal surfaces (L) of the cells, and a temperature sensor is arranged in an area of the corrugations of the corrugated boards.    USE - Battery system e.g. lithium-ion battery system and lithium-polymer battery system, for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The utilization of the corrugated boards as the temperature-compensation structures reduces weight and volume of the battery system and uniformly distributes surface pressure on the cells, thus manufacturing the battery system in a cost-effective manner. The arrangement of the corrugations of the corrugated boards between the covering layers improves insulation of the cells from each other, thus avoiding thermal cascade of the battery system. The corrugated boards exhibit improved mechanical absorption characteristics of crash energy, thus improving crash characteristics of the battery system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a battery system.    Front surface (S)    Longitudinal surfaces (L)    Cells (1, 1', 1'')    Corrugated boards (2a- 2e)    Flexible material (3)    Housing (4)
NOVELTY - The control apparatus has power supply section supplying power supply to electrical component of motor vehicle, and drive control part receiving power supply from power supply section and performing drive. The power supply section supplies power supply to drive control part via switching circuit when hazard switch is turned ON, or when drive signal is inputted into switching circuit.    USE - Control apparatus for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Prevents malfunction in which the battery is at cannot be charged state, enabling battery to not go up according to dark current for a long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of the operation of the control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Power activation step (101)    Ignition switch state determination step (102)    Power supply state determination step (105)    Switching circuit drive part turning ON step (106)    Hazard switch turning ON determination step (108)
NOVELTY - The device has a heat exchanger (10) formed as a gas-to-gas heat exchanger for discharging heat from a vehicle battery (12). A controlling and/or regulating unit (14) adjusts an operating temperature of the vehicle battery above a standard operating temperature of the vehicle battery during a charging process, where the operating temperature is selected based on a parameter that is derived from a measured physical parameter or from outside temperature characteristics. The heat exchanger is made of a highly heat conductive material.    USE - Electric vehicle heating device for use in a heating system (claimed) of an electrically driven vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat exchanger is formed as the gas-to-gas heat exchanger for discharging the heat from the vehicle battery, so that the device can be designed in a space saving manner and simple and effective heating of the device can be achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a heating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a heating system for an electrically driven vehicle.    Heat exchanger (10)    Vehicle battery (12)    Controlling and/or regulating unit (14)    Electrical heating element (22)    Vehicle interior (30)
NOVELTY - The package (10) has a main packing material (12) contacting main surfaces of a solid electrolyte body (18). A cover body (16) contacts other main surfaces of the solid electrolyte body. A perpendicular wall restricts motion of the solid electrolyte body. The perpendicular wall is provided with specific thickness such that impact force pressed corresponding to an outer periphery edge is absorbed. Movement of the solid electrolyte body is restricted by frictional force of thickness part of the periphery wall by fixing the periphery wall corresponding to the main packing material or cover body.    USE - Package for a thin-plate shaped solid electrolyte body of a fuel cell i.e. lithium cell, of a portable electronic device i.e. mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The movement of the solid electrolyte body is restricted by the frictional force of the thickness part of the wall, thus avoiding contamination of the main surface, preventing impact and vibration effectively during conveyance of the package, protecting the solid electrolyte body effectively, and maintaining the electrical property of the solid electrolyte body.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a packing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a package in which a cover body is opened.    Package (10)    Main packing material (12)    Opening (14)    Cover body (16)    Solid electrolyte body (18)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a locking device for locking the battery at a battery holder (4), and a handle (2) for operating the locking device. The locking device has a locking element that engages with the battery holder. The handle and the locking device are formed such that the locking element is transferred from a locking condition into an unlocking condition through linear and/or rotational movements of the handle. The locking element is connected with the handle by a flexible and/or rigid element, where the handle is made of textile, plastic and/or metal.    USE - Battery e.g. nickel cadmium battery and lithium ion battery, for supplying electricity for driving an electrically-driven vehicle (claimed) i.e. electrically-driven bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The locking device is operated by the handle, thus simplifying mounting and demounting of the battery at the electrically driven vehicle, and hence exchanging the battery in a simple manner. The locking device locks the battery at the battery holder, thus preventing unintentional placing of the battery in a wrong polarity of the battery holder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded longitudinal sectional view of a system in an unlocked condition of a battery and a battery holder.    Battery (1)    Handle (2)    Battery holder (4)    Battery case (8)    Contact pins (13, 13')
NOVELTY - The apparatus (G) has a low temperature side heat exchanger (21) in a cooling water piping (20) circulating cooling water of an internal combustion engine. A thermoelectric element unit consists of a thermoelement interposed into a high temperature side heat exchanger (22) and the low temperature side heat exchanger to produce electric power by a temperature difference. The thermoelectric element unit is covered with a casing (10) fixed to an exhaust pipe path (11). A thermal expansion absorption part (12) is arranged in the exhaust pipe path of a downstream of the thermoelectric element unit.    USE - Thermoelectric-conversion apparatus for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal expansion absorption part is arranged in the exhaust pipe path of the downstream of the thermoelectric element unit, thus improving durability of the thermoelectric element unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thermoelectric-conversion apparatus. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Thermoelectric-conversion apparatus (G)    Casing (10)    Exhaust pipe path (11)    Thermal expansion absorption part (12)    Cooling water piping (20)    Low temperature side heat exchanger (21)    High temperature side heat exchanger (22)
NOVELTY - The battery apparatus (1) has a security unit (10) attached to the battery housing and equipped with a warning unit (11), detection unit (12) and a controller (15). The detection unit detects the stop of power supply through a cable connected to a battery terminal (2). The controller operates the warning unit for emitting warning sound during the detection of stop of the power supply by the detection unit.    USE - Battery apparatus for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery apparatus emits warning easily and reliably for preventing the theft of the vehicle or other mischief.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the battery apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery apparatus (1)    Battery terminal (2)    Security unit (10)    Warning unit (11)    Detector (12)    Controller (15)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (13) has a heater that heats a hydrogen storage cylinder (15). A pressure gauge measures the internal pressure of the pipeline connected to a hydrogen storage cylinder. A control unit supplies electricity to the heater when internal pressure value of pipeline is less than the predetermined value.    USE - Fuel cell system for small electric vehicle (claimed) e.g. electric wheel chair for physically disabled person.    ADVANTAGE - The supply of electricity to the heater is controlled easily only based on the internal pressure value of pipeline.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for small electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the small electric vehicle.    Driving sheet (12)    Fuel cell system (13)    Fuel cell (14)    Hydrogen storage cylinder (15)    Cylinder holding unit (21)
NOVELTY - An aqueous lithium secondary battery (20) has positive electrode (22), negative electrode (23) and aqueous electrolyte solution (28) containing lithium salt as main electrolyte. The positive electrode contains positive electrode active material including lithium-transition-metal-silicon complex oxide. The transition metal is chosen from iron, cobalt, nickel and manganese. The negative electrode has active material which occults and discharges lithium.    USE - Aqueous lithium secondary battery is used for electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle and domestic-use distributed power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The aqueous lithium secondary battery has excellent initial stage capacitance and charging/discharging cycling characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of aqueous lithium secondary battery.    Aqueous lithium secondary battery (20)    Battery case (21)    Positive electrode (22)    Negative electrode (23)    Aqueous electrolyte solution (28)
NOVELTY - The sheet (3) made of lead-calcium alloy is piled on the sheet (2) made of lead-tin-silver alloy. The integration of the sheets is performed by passing the sheets through rollers (R1,R2). The ratio of the thickness of the rolled-lead-alloy sheet (11) after piling the sheets and the sum of the thicknesses of the sheets is 0.55 or more and 0.83 or less.    USE - Manufacturing method of rolled-lead-alloy sheet for lead acid battery used in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The micro peeling of the sheets is suppressed, and the stable quality rolled-lead-alloy sheet is obtained. The generation of the crack in the rolled-lead-alloy sheet is suppressed when the rolled-lead-alloy sheet is expanded.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of positive electrode plate of lead acid battery; and    (2) manufacturing method of lead acid battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view explaining the manufacturing process of the rolled-lead-alloy sheet. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Continuous casting machine (1)    Guide roller (1b)    Sheets (2,3)    Rolled-lead-alloy sheet (11)    Rollers (R1,R2)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has anode off-gas piping (35) to discharge anode off-gas from fuel cell (11), and purge valve (52) which is opened and closed to distribute anode off-gas along flow path. A catch tank (40) is provided to isolate moisture content in anode off-gas, and drain valve (42) is opened and closed to discharge the moisture content in anode off-gas. A sensor (58) is provided to detect atmospheric pressure, so that ratio of amount of drains discharged from drain valve with respect to amount of purges is raised when atmospheric pressure falls.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of flooding phenomenon by water in anode off-gas can be suppressed by raising ratio of amount of drains discharged from drain valve with respect to amount of purges when atmospheric pressure falls. The electric power generation performance of fuel cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for purge 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)    Anode off-gas piping (35)    Catch tank (40)    Drain valve (42)    Purge valve (52)    Atmospheric pressure sensor (58)
NOVELTY - The battery (C) has an electrode portion having positive electrode (13) and negative electrode (15) which oppose through a separator (11). A positive electrode collector (3) and negative electrode collector (5) are electrically connected to positive electrode and negative electrode respectively. An additional electrode (19) is electrically insulated and is provided from positive electrode collector consisting of material which performs discharge reaction through negative electrode and separator, and negative electrode collector.    USE - Alkaline storage battery used as nickel hydride secondary battery (claimed) used in motor vehicle, electric train and portable device.    ADVANTAGE - The additional electrode reduces the discharge reserve of negative electrode such that lifetime of battery with high energy density is improved. The deterioration of positive electrode is prevented while the filling amount of negative electrode is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for negative electrode discharge reserve reduction method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show a sectional view of the alkaline storage battery.    Positive electrode collector (3)    Negative electrode collector (5)    Separator (11)    Positive electrode (13)    Negative electrode (15)    Additional electrode (19)    Alkaline storage battery (C)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell module has several modifiers (5) arranged at preset intervals at one end side of the fuel cells (4). A transfer side wall is provided between the modifiers for inhibiting the flow of exhaust gas from the fuel cell side towards the circumference of modifiers. The side walls have a height higher than the upper surface position of the modifier.    USE - Fuel cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The transfer of the heat of exhaust gas to the modifier is performed efficiently by inhibiting the flow of exhaust gas towards the circumference of the modifiers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the fuel cell module.    Gas holder (3)    Fuel cell (4)    Modifier (5)    Flow path (7)    Generator room (16)    Fuel cell unit (30)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode contains a positive electrode active material having nickel hydroxide and hydrate of sodium cobaltate.    USE - Positive electrode is used for alkaline storage battery used as power supply for mobile computer, digital camera, electric vehicles, toys and electric tools.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode provides alkaline storage battery having excellent over discharge-proof performance and favorable charging property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of positive electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of alkaline storage battery.    Nickel hydride storage battery (1)    Battery case (2)    Separator (5)    Gasket (6)
NOVELTY - The cell (10) has negative electrode collector (2) to perform current collection of negative electrode layer (3) containing alkali metal such as lithium, sodium and potassium. An air electrode collector (5) performs current collection of air electrode layer (4) containing electroconductive material. An electrolyte conducts metal ion between negative electrode layer and air electrode layer. The air electrode collector is comprised from carbon material e.g. carbon cloth/carbon fiber or high electroconductivity ceramic material consisting titanium nitride.    USE - Metal-air cell e.g. lithium air cell used as primary and secondary batteries for providing power supply for equipments mounted in vehicle and home appliances. Can also be used in aluminum air cell, sodium air cell and potassium air cell.    ADVANTAGE - The corrosion of air electrode collector can be suppressed, since the collector is provided with material having excellent corrosion resistance with respect to strong alkali water. Hence, the durability of cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the metal-air cell.    Negative electrode collector (2)    Negative electrode layer (3)    Air electrode layer (4)    Air electrode collector (5)    Metal-air cell (10)
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous secondary battery has a positive electrode having positive electrode active material, a negative electrode having a negative electrode material, and a nonaqueous electrolyte. The positive electrode active material contains lithium-added dischargeable transition metal oxide. The negative electrode material contains lithium-added compound containing dischargeable silicon atom chosen from silicon, silicon based alloy and silicide. The battery has a protective layer containing water insoluble particles and binder on surface of negative electrode.    USE - Nonaqueous secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to digital camera, compact camera, portable video recorder with built-in monitor, single lens reflex camera, disposable camera, notebook computer, electronic notebook, mobile telephone, electric tool, motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous secondary battery has improved cycle characteristics, and high durability and capacitance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of cylinder battery.    Battery can (1)    Winding electrode group (2)    Top insulation board (3)    Positive electrode lead (4)    Battery cover (6)
NOVELTY - An electrolyte solution contains quinuclidinium salt (I).    USE - Electrolyte solution is used for electrical double layer capacitor (claimed) used as memory backup power supply for mobile telephone, notebook computer and portable terminal. Can also be used for electrical storage device for instantaneous power failure countermeasure, portable audio equipment, photovoltaic power generating device, wind-powered electricity generating device, and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte solution has excellent solubility with respect to organic solvent. The electrical double layer capacitor formed using the electrolyte solution has excellent electrostatic capacitance and heavy-current charging/discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrolyte solution contains quinuclidinium salt of formula (I).    R=1-4C alkyl, CH2CH2OR', or CH2OR';    R'=methyl or ethyl;    X=BF4 or BF3(CnF2n+1);and    n=integer.
NOVELTY - A motor (14) drives a compressor (16) to provide compressed air to a pneumatic system, and a speed controller (12) controls the speed of motor. The precharge circuits (20,20',20'') charge the capacitor banks (22,22',22'') associated with motor and controller with current from a high voltage bus (10). The power switch and charge limiting resistor of each precharge circuit, are connected between capacitor bank and a low reference node. The switch is closed by a respective control circuit to bypass the charge limiting resistor when the capacitor bank is charged to preselected level.    USE - Apparatus for maintaining pneumatic pressure for pneumatic system used in hybrid commercial vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the power switch and charge limiting resistor are connected between capacitor bank and low reference node, the current flowing through the switch is limited to ripple current and also less power is dissipated across the switch, so that high efficiency and high reliability are ensured. Since the switch by passes the charge limiting resistor, the power loss and heat generation associated with the circuit are eliminated.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of precharging capacitor of apparatus for maintaining pneumatic pressure for pneumatic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of pneumatic reservoir pressurizing system.    High voltage bus (10)    Speed controller (12)    Motor (14)    Compressor (16)    Precharge circuits (20,20',20'')    Capacitor banks (22,22',22'')    Charge limiting resistors (24,24',24'')    Power switches (26,26'26'')    Control circuits (28,28',28'')
NOVELTY - The system has a thermal energy storage section for storing and transferring thermal energy to a heat energy converter section. The converter section converts thermal energy into electrical energy. An electric energy storage section stores output electrical energy. A set of electric motors drive the wheels of vehicle by supplied energy. A set of sensors monitor charge status of electric energy storage section. A programmable regulator controls transfer of thermal energy to heat energy converter section based on information received from sensors.    USE - Thermoelectric vehicle powering system e.g. for passenger car and bus.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric vehicle powering system improves efficiency in conversion of input energy to drive the vehicle, and manages to balance vehicle range, while increasing overall energy conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the two separate containers of thermoelectric vehicle powering system.
NOVELTY - The cartridge (100) has a flat-type battery cell (300), where a side of the battery cell is opened. Two outer surfaces of the battery cell are fixed on a pair of flat-type frames (200, 200'). The frames are formed with inner surfaces that are equipped with an elastic press member (210). The elastic press member presses the outer surfaces of the battery cell. The elastic press member is mounted in a location corresponding to a heat sealing ceiling on the frames. An electrode assembly is built in a battery case. The press member is made of polymer resin or rubber.    USE - Battery cartridge for use in a battery module of a plug-type hybrid electric vehicle and an electromobile (all claimed). Can also be used for a cellular phone, a personal digital assistant, a digital camera and a notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The elastic press member is mounted to the inner side of the frames, thus providing protection against heat characteristic of battery cell. The battery cell has small mechanical rigidity. The cartridge maintains closure force when over voltage is generated inside the battery cell. The end part of laminated sheet of the battery case is shut tightly by the elastic press member from outside, thus preventing moisture inflow from outside, maintaining insulation resistance, and improving safety and lifetime property of the battery cell. The battery module interposes a heat-sinking member between battery cartridges, so as to enable applying different cooling method. The battery module is flexible and compact in structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery cartridge.    Battery cartridge (100)    Frames (200, 200')    Elastic press member (210)    Battery cell (300)    Electrode terminals (330, 340)
NOVELTY - A collector (10) contains conductive carbon (12) dispersed in a base material (11) consisting of polymeric material, and has porosity of 10% or less. The content of conductive carbon is 1-40 parts mass with respect to 100 parts mass of base material.    USE - Collector is used for electrode of bipolar secondary battery used in vehicles (all claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The collector has excellent electroconductivity, and provides secondary battery having improved power density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode for bipolar secondary battery;    (2) bipolar secondary battery;    (3) assembled battery;    (4) vehicle; and    (5) manufacture of collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of collector.    Collector (10)    Base material (11)    Conductive carbon (12)    Particulate carbon (13)    Fibrous carbon (14)
NOVELTY - A method of manufacturing a monolithic solid oxide fuel cell, involves the steps of: mixing ceramic powders required to make an anode, a cathode, an electrolyte and an interconnect, each individually with a binder to form a batch of each of the materials; forming thin tapes of each of the material batches; attaching the anode tape to the electrolyte tape and the cathode tape on an opposite side of the electrolyte tape to form a trilayer electrolyte tape; shaping the trilayer electrolyte tape to form fuel flow pathways extending along the anode, and oxidant flow pathways extending along the cathode of the trilayer electrolyte tape; cutting the trilayer electrolyte tape to form several trilayer electrolyte elements having a desired gross net shape; cutting the interconnect tape to form several interconnect elements having a desired gross net shape; heating the trilayer electrolyte elements and the interconnect elements to a temperature sufficient to cause removal of the binder and at least initiate sintering of the respective ceramic materials; stacking at least partially sintered trilayer electrolyte elements alternately with the interconnect elements, subsequent to the heating step, to form a stacked array; and processing the stacked array to connect the contacting surfaces of the alternately stacked trilayer electrolyte and interconnect elements. Image 1/6
NOVELTY - The device has a foldable or scrolled solar panel arranged on a trunk of a vehicle to shield a cushion part from sunshine and rain water and charge the vehicle. The solar panel is located in a backrest behind the cushion part and provided with an anti-theft lock.    USE - Cushion protecting device for use in an electric vehicle and a motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The unfolded solar panel arranged on the cushion absorbs the solar energy and generates electricity to charge the storage battery fixed on the vehicle through circuit and protects cushion from getting dried by the sunshine and wetted by the rain water, thus providing dual-functional. The device saves energy and has high practicability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a cushion protecting device.
NOVELTY - The method involves utilizing a driving mileage sensor by a power lithium battery group to count driving mileage after being charged by an electric network. Energy of the power lithium battery group is distributed based on the driving mileage. The energy is provided by a generator, when energy demand of a drive system is larger than the energy provided by the power lithium battery group. A super capacitor with low energy density is removed.    USE - Power lithium battery group energy control method for an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables utilizing the energy of the power lithium battery group of the pure electric motor car, so as to utilize the limited electric power and to increase the driving mileage.
NOVELTY - The structure has a battery packet comprising a battery pack, and a locking mechanism for fixing the battery packet. The battery packet is provided with a power supply interface, a data interface and a battery signal collecting module. A battery managing module is connected with the data interface, and a latch is arranged on an outer part of the battery pack. A fork opening and a crossbar platform are arranged on periphery of a fork crossbar. A stopping claw is mounted on a base via a hinge pin, and a spring is arranged between the stopping claw and the base.    USE - Battery mounting structure for an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure makes a user to conveniently, rapidly, safely and reliably exchange a battery, so as to enhance convenience of an electric vehicle and expand usage range of the electric vehicle. The structure reduces number of connecting interfaces between the battery pack and the outer part, and has high reliability. The battery pack can be conveniently dismounted and fixed via the fork crossbar and the stopping claw.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The power supply interface and the data interface are provided as plugs or sockets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a battery mounting structure for an electric vehicle.
NOVELTY - The stack has a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet arranged on a liquid fluid frame (7) for respectively leading electrolyte to and from a surface of a collector (3). A guide slot is arranged on the liquid fluid frame and extended along two vertical frame sides of the liquid inlet. A groove is vertically arranged along the guide slot for leading the electrolyte to the collector from the guide slot. The collector is placed in the liquid fluid frame.    USE - Liquid fluid cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The stack avoids liquid seepage and leakage caused by washing the liquid inlet and outlet of the collector in electrolyte flow process. The liquid inlet and outlet and a flow channel can be conveniently designed on the liquid fluid frame to make liquid inside a battery to flow in a more balance and smooth manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a liquid fluid cell stack.    Frame (1)    Collector (3)    Diaphragm (6)    Liquid fluid frame (7)
NOVELTY - The system (200) has a hydrogen fuel cell module (210) connected with a gas/water distributor (220), where a hydrogen input pipe (230) is connected to the distributor for supplying hydrogen. A water input pipe (260) connects the distributor to a water reservoir. A pump connected to the water input pipe transports the water from the reservoir to the distributor. A gas/water confluent device (280) is connected to the cell module, such that the cell module is positioned between the distributor and the confluent device. An output pipe (291) connects the confluent device to the reservoir.    USE - Hydrogen fuel cell system for use with a humidifier.    ADVANTAGE - The unused hydrogen and micro-drops are collected by the gas/water confluent device, and a controller opens an electromagnetic valve when the hydrogen and water accumulate to a specific level in the output pipe, thus enabling the hydrogen and water to flow back into the reservoir. The redox reaction can be continuously and instantly performed in the hydrogen fuel cell module, thus improving output of electric power, and preventing operational delay and increased energy consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a hydrogen fuel cell system.    Hydrogen fuel cell system (200)    Hydrogen fuel cell module (210)    Gas/water distributor (220)    Hydrogen input pipe (230)    Water input pipe (260)    Gas/water confluent device (280)    Output pipes (291, 292)
NOVELTY - The interconnect (21) has a set of channels (24) for providing a parallel serpentine fuel flow field, and another set of channels for providing a straight air flow field, approximately. A side (22) opposite to other side of the interconnect comprises ribs (23). The former set of channels provides the parallel serpentine fuel flow field to a right half of the former side and a left half of the latter side. The serpentine fuel flow field comprises multiple serpentine passages, which are essentially continuous and uninterrupted from a fuel inlet opening (25) to a fuel outlet opening (26).    USE - Fuel cell interconnect for use in a fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The parallel serpentine fuel flow field provides increased length for each channel by reducing the requirement of number of anode flow channels, thus increasing the flow field pressure drop without increasing the required channel accuracy, and hence utilizing tall fuel stacks in an efficient manner without increasing the size of the fuel manifolds necessary to achieve high fuel utilization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system comprising fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a side of a fuel cell interconnect.    Fuel cell interconnect (21)    Interconnect side (22)    Ribs (23)    Channels (24)    Fuel inlet opening (25)    Fuel outlet opening (26)
NOVELTY - Operating direct methanol fuel cell of fuel cell main body (1) involves controlling quantity and supply rate of aqueous methanol solution to a required minimum quantity determined to generate predetermined electric current value to be drawn by a load from cell body to minimize quantity of unused methanol in discharge fluid discharged from fuel electrode (12), where the cell body contains fuel electrode (12) and air electrode (13) on electrolyte film (11), and aqueous methanol solution with predetermined and constant concentration of methanol is supplied directly to fuel electrode (12).    USE - For operating direct methanol fuel cell (claimed) useful as driving power supply for vehicles and as domestic cogeneration systems.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides direct methanol fuel cell of compact construction that offers good fuel efficiency and excellent suppression of external methanol discharge without any danger of causing damage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Operating (M1) a direct methanol fuel cell comprising fuel cell main body (1) containing fuel electrode (12) and air electrode (13) disposed in opposing positions on either side of electrolyte film (11), where an aqueous methanol solution having a predetermined and constant concentration of methanol is supplied directly to the fuel electrode (12) throughout operation of the fuel cell, involves controlling a quantity and supply rate of supplied aqueous methanol solution to a required minimum quantity determined to generate predetermined electric current value to be drawn by a load from the fuel cell main body (1) and to minimize quantity of unused methanol in a discharge fluid discharged from the fuel electrode (12).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross-sectional view of construction of a unit cell of a fuel cell main body.    Fuel cell main body (1)    Electrolyte film (11)    Fuel electrode (12)    Air electrode (13)
NOVELTY - The carrier has a casing (1) equipped with a receiving portion for receiving multiple storage batteries, and a cover (5) for sealing the receiving portion. A charging apparatus authorizes an external power supply through an input terminal (7) in each storage battery. A roller (3) is attached to one end of an output device that authorizes electromotive force of each storage battery. A handle (2) is placed at an opposite side of the casing to pull the casing by utilizing the roller.    USE - Battery carrier for electrical machinery and a vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The carrier improves utilization convenience and flexibility of the storage batteries, prevents negligence accident, and protects the storage batteries from external shock. The carrier is portable.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery carrier.    Casing (1)    Handle (2)    Roller (3)    Cover (5)    Input terminal (7)
NOVELTY - The inverter has a motor inverter part equipped with a snubber capacitor (13), where a connection terminal (13a) of the snubber capacitor is inserted in an input terminal (11b) of an insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) power module (11). A case of the snubber capacitor is adhered to a sidewall outer side surface of an inverter housing (21), and an inserting hole (21a) is formed in a sidewall of the connection terminal, where the case of the snubber capacitor is manufactured with metal.    USE - Inverter for an electro mobile such as hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The inverter prevents the damage of the insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) power module caused by over voltage, and improves cooling performance and service life of the snubber capacitor. The inverter has improved power density and low weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an inverter.    Insulated gate bipolar transistor power module (11)    Input terminal (11b)    Snubber capacitor (13)    Connection terminal (13a)    Inverter housing (21)    Inserting hole (21a)
NOVELTY - The system has a power supply module including multiple batteries and a startup module including supercapacitors, where each supercapacitor is arranged parallel to other supercapacitors and with the batteries. An adjustable power supply is arranged in series with the supercapacitors and parallel to the batteries, where the adjustable power supply maintains a voltage across the supercapacitors below a predetermined voltage. A motor control module is arranged in series with and parallel to the supercapacitors.    USE - Rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) i.e. on-board RESS, for use in hybrid control module of a power supply system in a hybrid electric vehicle i.e. plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system having a supercapacitor configuration can be obtained with reduced size and complexity in a cost-effective manner. The system enables an engine control module to determine an exact balance of power between an electric motor and an engine to improve system efficiency and optionally vary split over time. The system has a regulator control module adjusting the adjustable power supply to reduce voltage across a supercapacitor bank, thus quickly and efficiently charging the supercapacitors.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a rechargeable energy storage method for a hybrid electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram of an engine system.    Power supply system (10)    Engine control module (12)    Electric motor (14)    Hybrid control module (16)    Diesel engine (20)
NOVELTY - Composition (I) comprises a poly(3-substituted thiophene), which is present at at least 70% of monocapped with alkenyl or alkynyl end group.    USE - (I) is useful in optical, electronic, semiconducting, electroluminescent, photovoltaic, light emitting diode, organic light emitting diode, periodic lateralized epileptiform discharges, sensors, transistors, batteries, flat screen displays, organic lighting, printed electronics, nonlinear optical materials, dimmable windows, radio frequency identification tags, fuel cells, and others.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) making the poly(3-substituted thiophene) comprising (i) preparing a poly(3-substituted thiophene) precursor; and (ii) reacting the precursor with an alkenyl or alkynyl reagent;    (2) a regioregular polythiophene comprising aryl end groups with protecting group substituents, where the polythiophene is di-capped with the aryl end groups with protecting group substituents; and    (3) a block copolymer composition comprising: (i) a regioregular polythiophene block, (ii) an atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) polymer block and (iii) a dopant; and component (i); (iia) a radical polymerization polymer block; and component (iii), where the block copolymer composition has a conductivity of at least 4 S/cm when doped with iodine and prepared with a film thickness of at least 500 nm, where the block copolymer is prepared by subjecting (I) to atom transfer radical polymerization.
NOVELTY - The device has an electrode terminal fixed to an upper part of a tray body, and a mounting unit formed in a lower part of the tray body, where the mounting unit is provided with a variable mounting part and a fixing mounting part. A mounting projection is formed on the tray body. Multiple mounting projections are perpendicularly formed with multiple mounting grooves in an upper side of the tray body. A slit is formed in a bottom part of the mounting unit to changeably fix the mounting unit in right and left side of the tray body.    USE - Device for mounting a battery cell in a medium-to-large-sized battery pack that is utilized as a power source of an electromobile/hybrid electric vehicle (all claimed). Can also be used for a cellular phone, notebook computer, portable DVD player and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The device can move the variable mounting unit according to the size of the battery cell. The device improves manufacturing process of the battery cell, and reduces the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a medium-to-large-sized battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a battery cell mounting device.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an intake (12) and an out-take (13) in communication with a chamber (11) of a bellows (10), and a wind generator set (20) accommodated in the chamber. The wind generator set comprises a base (21) fixed in the bellows, a generator (22) mounted on the base and a blade wheel (23) coupled to the generator. A wind collector (30) has an air passage (33) between an air inlet (31) and an air outlet (32). The air inlet and air outlet correspond to the intake and the blade wheel, respectively, where size of the air inlet is larger than size of the air outlet.    USE - Wind power generator apparatus for use as an auxiliary generator in a vehicle e.g. power vehicle such as electric car, for generating electricity to charge a battery in the vehicle during driving the vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus has simple structure, and is easily installed in a vehicle for generating electricity to charge battery in the vehicle while driving the vehicle in an effective manner. The wind power generator set is installed in the vehicle for generating electric power during driving, so that the power generated by the generator charges a battery of the vehicle during driving or is stored to serve as an auxiliary power source in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a wind power generator apparatus.    Bellows (10)    Chamber (11)    Intake (12)    Out-take (13)    Wind generator set (20)    Base (21)    Generator (22)    Blade wheel (23)    Wind collector (30)    Air inlet (31)    Air outlet (32)    Air passage (33)
NOVELTY - The power supply device has a switch (3) interposed in an electric circuit between a vehicle-mounted battery (14) and a current consumer which has a seat heater (5). A controller (16) turns ON and OFF the switch to close and open the electric circuit so that electric power produced by a vehicle-mounted alternator (11) is supplied to the current consumer whenever the switch is turned ON.    USE - Power supply device for vehicle e.g. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Allows electric power, produced by the alternator, to be used effectively. Improves fuel consumption.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of power supply device for vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Switch (3)    Seat heater (5)    Alternator (11)    Vehicle-mounted battery (14)    Controller (16)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a relay (62) and a switching element (4) connected in series by an electric circuit (15). A control unit (3) detects voltage of battery (1) and controls ON/OFF of the switching element according to the detected voltage.    USE - Apparatus for controlling electric power supply to current consumer from battery mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power supplied to the current consumer from the battery can be controlled efficiently so that the overvoltage applied to the current consumer at the time of abnormality in power supply can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the current consumer control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    Control unit (3)    Switching element (4)    Electric circuit (15)    Relay (62)
NOVELTY - The control apparatus has a battery voltage sensor (6) that detects output voltage of battery mounted in vehicle, and cranking detection unit (5) that detects electricity supply from battery to motor (3) driven at time of start-up of vehicle. An electronic control unit (1) stops operation of a drive device which moves vehicle seat, when battery output is below predetermined level. The control unit restarts drive device based on passenger's switch operation when electricity supply to motor is not detected during stop of drive device.    USE - Control apparatus for position adjustment of driver's seat in vehicle. Can also be used for angle adjustment of rear view mirror, fender mirror, and steering column.    ADVANTAGE - By restarting the drive device for seat based on passenger's switch operation when electricity supply to motor is not detected during stop of drive device, the operation of drive device can be controlled appropriately when a battery output voltage declines. Thus, the operation burden on the passenger can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Position sensing device (1)    Motor (3)    Position sensing device (4)    Cranking detection unit (5)    Battery voltage sensor (6)
NOVELTY - A reformer consists of a thermally-conductive component (2), a catalyst layer (1) formed on the surface(s) of thermally-conductive component, and a flow path (4) in which produced carbon dioxide circulates. The reformer produces hydrogen or hydrogen-containing compound from a compound containing carbon in a molecule, and steam.    USE - Reformer is used in electric-power generation systems, distributed power supplies, and motor vehicles (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reformer accelerates reaction which produces hydrogen or hydrogen-containing compound. The reformer provides compact and highly efficient power generation systems, distributed power supplies, and motor vehicles. Local temperature rise in the catalyst layer is prevented, which suppresses powdering of catalyst material by heat distortion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) distributed power supply consisting of the reformer, and a power engine or generator chosen from fuel cell, turbine, and engine; and    (2) motor vehicle consisting of the reformer, and a power engine or generator chosen from fuel cell, gas turbine, and internal combustion engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an external view of the reformer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Catalyst layer (1)    Thermally-conductive component (2)    Heater (3)    Flow path (4)    Cooler (5)
NOVELTY - The power generation apparatus (1) has a heating apparatus (14) that heats the water supplied from a water storage apparatus (13) to form steam. A steam electrolyzer (5) electrolyzes the steam and generates hydrogen and oxygen while storing the oxygen and hydrogen in oxygen tank (17) and hydrogen tank (16) respectively. A hydrogen-oxygen engine (8) generates motive power based on the reaction of the hydrogen and oxygen supplied from the tanks respectively while recovering the exhaust heat from steam, in waste heat recovery equipment (2).    USE - Power generation apparatus mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cleanliness of the power generation apparatus can be improved and the energy efficiency of the power generation apparatus can be improved while using appropriate amount of hydrogen and oxygen.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the power generation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power generation apparatus (1)    Heat recovery equipment (2)    Steam electrolyzer (5)    Hydrogen-oxygen engine (8)    Water storage apparatus (13)    Heating apparatus (14)    Hydrogen tank (16)    Oxygen tank (17)
NOVELTY - The device has a sensor i.e. air-fuel-ratio sensor, positioned in an exhaust passage of an engine to determine whether the engine is driven according to driver operation. An abnormality-diagnosis unit is provided for diagnosing abnormality of the sensor when the engine is driven independent of the driver operation. The engine is mounted in a hybrid vehicle. A motor is driven with the electric power supplied from a battery. The diagnosis of the abnormality-diagnosis unit is prohibited when a charging state of the battery is lower than predetermined minimum charge amount.    USE - Air-fuel-ratio sensor abnormality diagnosis device i.e. engine control unit, for a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device diagnoses abnormality of the sensor with high precision without limiting the driver operation, so that the operational performance of the vehicle can be maintained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a sensor abnormality-diagnosis method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a control logic of an engine control unit.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The humidifier has a hollow fiber membrane bundle (20) comprising several hollow fiber membranes (18) accommodated in a case (16). An arch shaped mesh (22) provided inside the hollow fiber membrane bundle and bent upward facing the downward flow direction of a cathode off gas suppresses deformation of the hollow fiber membrane bundle against load applied to the hollow fiber membrane bundle.    USE - Humidifier for fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The humidification efficiency of the humidifier is improved, as the mesh provided inside the hollow fiber membrane bundle suppresses deformation of the hollow fiber membrane bundle against load applied to the hollow fiber membrane bundle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional views of the humidifier provided with a mesh and without a mesh. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Case (16)    Hollow fiber membranes (18)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (20)    Mesh (22)    Off-gas inflow pipe (30)
NOVELTY - The humidifier (1) has a curved hollow fiber membrane bundle (11) comprising several hollow fiber membranes (12) accommodated in a cylindrical case (21). The ceiling wall surface (22b) and the bottom wall surface (23b) of the case are formed so that the clearance gap (G) between the hollow fiber membrane bundle and the walls is small.    USE - Humidifier for fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The bulging and expansion of the hollow fiber membrane bundle due to wetting by the flow of fluids inside the humidifier can be tolerated, as the ceiling wall surface and the bottom wall surface of the case are formed so that the clearance gap between the hollow fiber membrane bundle and the walls is small.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the humidifier with the hollow fiber membrane bundle in non-swelled state. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidifier (1)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Hollow fiber membranes (12)    Cylindrical case (21)    Ceiling wall surface (22b)    Bottom wall surface (23b)    Clearance gap (G)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has sheet (23) bonded together with a lid (7) through adhesive (23b) so that exhaust hole (22) formed in liquid opening stopper (21) is covered. The exhaust gas is discharged from the exhaust hole to outside of the battery through a clearance gap (25) formed between the sheet and the lid. An electric pole (12) and a connection portion (13) are positioned apart from the exhaust hole, and are provided in positive electrode strap (9) made of lead alloy containing antimony, and negative electrode strap (10) made of lead alloy containing tin respectively.    USE - Liquid type lead acid battery for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vibration-resistant property of the lead-acid battery can be improved easily and effectively, the reliability of the lead-acid battery can be ensured reliably, and the reliability with respect to the junction portion of the negative electrode strap and the negative electrode plate edge portion can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the liquid type lead-acid battery.    Liquid type lead-acid battery (1)    Lid (7)    Positive electrode strap (9)    Negative electrode strap (10)    Electric pole (12)    Connection portion (13)    Liquid opening stopper (21)    Exhaust hole (22)    Sheet (23)    Adhesive (23b)    Clearance gap (25)
NOVELTY - An electrode material has a foil-shaped collector (1) with two surfaces (1a,1b), an anchor layer (2) containing conductive carbon and binder formed on the surface of the collector and an electrode layer (3) comprising an active material formed on the anchor layer. The difference of maximum thickness of anchor layer and minimum thickness of anchor layer is 0.5-16 mu m. The value of sum of maximum thickness of anchor layer and minimum thickness of anchor layer multiplied by 0.5 is 0.5-20 mu m.    USE - Electrode material is used for nonaqueous lithium-type electrical storage element (claimed) for fuel cell used for motor vehicle and hybrid drive system.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous lithium-type electrical storage element formed using the electrode material has excellent output characteristics and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electrode material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the electrode material.    Collector (1)    Surfaces (1a,1b)    Anchor layer (2)    Electrode layer (3)
NOVELTY - An electrode (32) consists of electroconductive intermediate film (323) and active material layer (324) provided in order on the surface of metallic current collection component (322). The intermediate film comprises electroconductive material powder containing water-soluble cellulose derivative. The cellulose derivative is chosen from carboxymethyl cellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose and/or hydroxypropyl cellulose, with substitution degree of 2 or more. The layer (324) is formed using aqueous composition containing lithium-transition metal oxide.    USE - Electrode for nonaqueous battery used as mobile power source for vehicles (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrode provides nonaqueous battery having high efficiency. The processing method enables to recover valuable material from the electrode efficiently, restraining environmental impact.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for processing method of nonaqueous battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the structure of electrode.    Electrode (32)    Current collection component (322)    Electroconductive intermediate film (323)    Active material layer (324)    Fusion layer (325)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell system (10) has a fuel cell which carries out electrochemical reaction of oxidizing agent gas and fuel gas, a discharge flow path (74) for flowing waste gas discharged from fuel cell, an ejector (76) arranged in flow path, and a neutralizing agent supply unit (80). The ejector ejects discharge flow from fuel cell. The supply unit (80) is connected to suction opening (78) of ejector and ejector sucks neutralizing agent by discharge flow.    USE - Fuel cell system is used for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell system has simple and compact structure. The variation amount of generated water based on change of operation conditions is easily and reliably reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Discharge flow path (74)    Ejector (76)    Suction opening (78)    Neutralizing agent supply unit (80)    Neutralizing agent tank (82)
NOVELTY - The battery module has a wall shaped unit (22) that is arranged opposite to the surface of battery cell (10). A casing element (20) is arranged facing the corners of battery cell. The casing element has a step-like portion (23) that is protruded from the wall shaped unit. The battery cells are stacked through the casing element.    USE - Battery module mounted in vehicle such as hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV).    ADVANTAGE - The casing element has step-like portion that is protruded from the wall shaped unit. Hence the battery cells can be accommodated reliably and simply.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery module.    Battery cell (10)    Casing element (20)    Wall shaped unit (22)    Opening (22a)    Step-like portion (23)
NOVELTY - The module has casing (10) accommodating a battery cell (20), which has step-like portion that is protruded from a wall. The H-shaped longitudinal cross-sectional holes and rectangular shaped cross sectional holes provided in the four corners of the casing. The holes facing each other diagonally are provided in thickness direction of wall. The fastening screws (31,32) are penetrated through the H-shaped longitudinal cross-sectional holes (15A,13A) of adjacent casing (10A) to mutually connect the casings.    USE - Battery module for vehicle such as hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV).    ADVANTAGE - Since the fastening screws are penetrated through respective H-shaped longitudinal cross-sectional holes formed facing each other diagonally in casing, casings can be aligned easily. The battery cells are integrated reliably and easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective of the casing.    Casings (10,10A)    H-shaped longitudinal cross-sectional holes (13A,15A)    Rectangular shaped cross sectional holes (14)    Battery cell (20)    Fastening screws (31,32)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell power generation device has accessory compartment (1) set with outer cylinder (5). An inlet port (4) is set at upper surface of outer cylinder for suction of air. An air filter (3), which is attached to inlet port, is positioned inside outer cylinder for filtering the air sucked through the inlet port and discharging the filtered air through ejection opening (6) formed at bottom of cylinder for ventilating the compartment.    USE - Fuel cell power generation device.    ADVANTAGE - Since inlet port is set at upper surface of outer cylinder set in the accessory compartment, clogging of air filter set inside the cylinder can be suppressed. Hence durability of the filter can be improved while avoiding frequent replacement and enabling easy maintenance. Since air filter is positioned inside the cylinder, filter replacement can be performed within short time. Hence operability of the fuel cell power generation device can be improved by the effective ventilation of the compartment. The installation space required for the power generation device is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the front view and top views of the fuel cell power generation device.    Accessory compartment (1)    Air filter (3)    Inlet port (4)    Outer cylinder (5)    Ejection opening (6)
NOVELTY - The system has anode gas supplying pipeline (23) and anode offgas emission pipeline (35) which are connected to fuel cell (11). A purge valve (52) provided in anode air discharge piping (36) branched from emission pipeline is opened and closed to discharge anode gas. An anode air exhaust valve (51) provided in purge gas discharge piping (37) branched from emission pipeline is opened and closed to discharge scavenging gas. The purge valve is opened after preset time when exhaust valve is closed after judging air scavenging in pipelines is completed.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water droplet adhered to the purge valve is removed reliably. The generation of opening-and-closing malfunction by freezing of purge valve at the time of starting fuel cell system can be prevented. The fuel cell system can be started reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for scavenging-air method of fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell (11)    Anode gas supplying pipeline (23)    Anode offgas emission pipeline (35)    Anode air discharge piping (36)    Purge gas discharge piping (37)    Anode air exhaust valve (51)    Purge valve (52)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (10) has a reactive-gas piping (38) through which reactive gas is supplied. The supply of the reactive gas is controlled by operating a back-pressure valve (34). The temperature of the back-pressure valve is detected. The water adhered to the back-pressure valve is removed by discharging air, based on detected temperature.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water adhered to the back-pressure valve can be removed reliably so that generation of malfunction can be avoided while starting the fuel cell system and electric power generation efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for stopping operation of 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 system (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Air compressor (33)    Back-pressure valve (34)    Reactive-gas piping (38)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell electric power generation system comprises fuel reformer (3) equipped with burner combustion chamber that burns raw fuel by supplying raw fuel and oxidizing agent which reforms raw fuel to fuel gas, fuel cell main body (4) which receives air to oxidizing agent electrode to generate direct electromotive force by electrochemical reaction between hydrogen in fuel and oxygen in air while receiving reformed fuel to fuel electrode, and combustion exhaust gas flow path which heats inside of fuel reformer.    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell electric power generation system prevents air oxidation and oxidative degradation of catalyst, and improves reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fuel cell electric power generation system comprises fuel reformer (3) equipped with burner combustion chamber that burns raw fuel by supplying raw fuel and oxidizing agent which reforms raw fuel to fuel gas, fuel cell main body (4) which receives air to oxidizing agent electrode to generate direct electromotive force by electrochemical reaction between hydrogen in fuel and oxygen in air while receiving reformed fuel to fuel electrode, and combustion exhaust gas flow path which heats inside of fuel reformer. The combustion exhaust gas discharged to surroundings of fuel reformer from burner combustion chamber is sent to surroundings of fuel reformer. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of controlling fuel cell electric power generation system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Burner fuel supply apparatus (2)    Fuel reformer (3)    Fuel cell main body (4)    Exit cutoff valve (5)    Cutoff valve (6)
NOVELTY - The cover has terminal protection portion (22) which covers top of connecting terminal (20). A fuse unit protection portion (24) accommodates portion of fuse (14). The ends of hinge (30) are connected with terminal and fuse unit protection portions respectively. The distance of ends of hinge is narrowed by transversely moving terminal protection portion to direction of hinge. The ends are fixed and maintained in closed state when terminal connection portion is in closed state. The bottom (32) of hinge is contacted with fuse unit so that fuse unit is pressed down.    USE - Protective cover for connecting terminal of battery e.g. lead secondary battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of noise during vehicle vibration, is reduced, and flexion performance of hinge is improved. The permissible range of length of connecting terminal, can be made large and installation freedom can be increased since terminal protection portion is moved to horizontal direction, and hence versatility of fuse unit is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of protective cover. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuse (14)    Connecting terminal (20)    Terminal protection portion (22)    Fuse unit protection portion (24)    Hinge (30)    Bottom of hinge (32)
NOVELTY - A battery block (2) has several unit cells (1) comprising a gas exhaust valve that is opened when the internal pressure of unit cell is higher than setting value. A gas emission duct (4) is connected to a gas exhaust port (12) of the gas exhaust valve. A shock absorbing material (5) is provided in the emission ducts. The exhaust gas is passed to an exterior case (3) from the gas exhaust valve through the shock absorbing material.    USE - Battery system used for power supply device of vehicles such as hybrid car and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The damages to the emission duct by the hot and high pressure exhaust gas ejected from the gas exhaust valve can be prevented effectively. The exhaust gas can be discharged to the exterior case safely.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Unit cell (1)    Battery block (2)    Exterior case (3)    Gas emission duct (4)    Shock absorbing material (5)    Gas exhaust port (12)
NOVELTY - The laminated battery structure (1) has positive and negative mixed layers that are formed at the surfaces of collectors of positive and negative electrodes. The mixed layers are formed at electrodes through separator winding or stacked battery elements. The positive and negative electrode tabs (3a,3b) protruded from the battery elements, are aligned continuously at laminated battery unit (2) including an electrolyte. The electrode tabs are sealed by a laminate film (6).    USE - Laminated battery structure for battery module (claimed) used in mobile telephone and notebook type personal computer and electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The positive and negative electrode tabs that are protruded from battery elements aligned continuously at laminated battery unit, are sealed by laminate film. Hence the assembling process of individual battery units at the laminated battery structure can be performed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the laminated battery structure.    Laminated battery structure (1)    Laminated battery unit (2)    Positive electrode tab (3a)    Negative electrode tab (3b)    Laminate film (6)
NOVELTY - The battery has a positive electrode current collection lead (10) comprising the bottom and top portions (11,15) that are welded to the positive electrode collector and bottom surface of sealant, respectively. The semi-circular shaped portions (13,14) of the bottom portion are extended around the rectangular-shaped portions (16,17) of top portion such that the external shape of semi-circular portions is similar to external shape of collector. The top portion is curved continuously from the bottom portion to form the center opening (18).    USE - Cylindrical shape secondary battery e.g. nickel-hydrogen storage battery used for hybrid electric vehicle and pure electric vehicle. Can also be used in nickel cadmium storage battery or lithium ion battery.    ADVANTAGE - The external shape of semi-circular portions is similar to external shape of collector so that the electric current can be supplied reliably to the positive electrode current lead. The top portion is curved continuously from the bottom portion to form the center opening so that the electric current can be supplied efficiently to the center opening through the lead. Thus, the internal resistance of the cylindrical-shaped secondary battery is reduced so that the operational performance of the cylindrical shape secondary battery is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the front view and side view of positive electrode current collection lead of cylindrical shape secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Positive electrode current collection lead (10)    Bottom portion (11)    Semi-circular shaped portions (13,14)    Top portions (15)    Rectangular-shaped portions (16,17)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode contains carbon black complex and olivine form lithium iron phosphate. The carbon black complex is formed by connecting fibrous carbon and carbon black. The ash content of carbon black complex is 1 %mass or less, based on JIS K 1469.    USE - Positive electrode is used for lithium ion secondary battery for electric tool and hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium ion secondary battery formed using the positive electrode has high capacitance and excellent heavy-current charging/discharging characteristics and durability.
NOVELTY - The battery tab has negative electrode battery tab (2a) whose outer periphery edge is pressed in a contact region of negative electrode battery tab outer periphery and tab film (7), such that burr crushing process is performed. A press portion (21a) is formed whose surface is covered with corrosion-resistant coating layer (24a).    USE - Battery tab for lithium ion battery for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The burr generated on the outer periphery can be removed of battery tab. High short circuit occurrence prevention performance can be achieved and productive efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hoop material; and    (2) manufacturing method of battery tab.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the battery tab.    Negative electrode battery tab (2a)    Tab film (7)    Press portion (21a)    Plated layer (23a)    Corrosion-resistant coating layer (24a)
NOVELTY - A lithium cell active raw material and a crystallization promoter are dissolved in a solvent to produce a raw material solution. The raw material solution is heated and dried or baked to manufacture active substance material containing active material for lithium cell and/or its precursor.    USE - Manufacture of active substance material used for electrode of lithium secondary battery (claimed) used as power supply for vehicles and portable electronic device e.g. mobile telephone and notebook computer.    ADVANTAGE - The active substance material is manufactured at low temperature, and provides lithium cell having favorable cycle characteristics and energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which has an electrode formed using the lithium cell active substance material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart for manufacture of lithium cell active substance material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A conductive adhesive layer containing carbon particles and a binder, and having ratio of surface roughness and thickness of 0.03-1 is formed on a collector. An electrode composition layer comprising an electrode active material, an electroconductive agent and a binder is formed on the conductive adhesive layer, to obtain an electrode.    USE - Manufacture of electrode used for electrochemical element (claimed) e.g. backup power supply of personal computer and portable terminal, power supply for electric vehicle, solar electric power generation energy storage system and instantaneous power failure countermeasure. Can also be used in lithium ion secondary battery, electrical double layer capacitor and lithium ion capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of electrode having excellent electrode strength and reduced internal resistance. The electrochemical element formed using the electrode has high power density.
NOVELTY - The element (3) has outer capacitor element (30a) formed by winding metallized film (31) formed by stacking electrode layers (311,312). The outer capacitor element has negative lateral electrode (322) contacting negative electrode layer in one axial direction edge (310), and positive lateral electrode (324) contacting positive electrode layer in other axial direction edge. A space (300) is set between lateral electrodes so that an inner capacitor element (30b) with small impedance is positioned in the space and is electrically connected with the space in parallel.    USE - Capacitor single element for capacitor module for power converter device (both claimed) for hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The surge voltage in the high frequency region can be absorbed fully and efficiently. The voltage resistant performance with respect to surge voltage in high frequency region can be improved. The cost of the power converter device can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power converter device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the longitudinal cross-sectional view and sectional view of the capacitor single element. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Capacitor single element (3)    Outer capacitor element (30a)    Inner capacitor element (30b)    Metallized film (31)    Space (300)    Axial direction edge (310)    Positive electrode layer (311)    Negative electrode layer (312)    Negative lateral electrode (322)    Positive lateral electrode (324)
NOVELTY - An anchor layer containing conductive carbon and binder is formed on the surface(s) of collector comprising metal foil. An electrode layer containing active material is formed on the anchor layer to obtain an electrode material. The conductive carbon comprises electroconductive carbon particles (I) with average particle diameter of 20 nm-1 mu m and electroconductive carbon particles (II) with average particle diameter of 1-15 mu m, in the weight ratio of 0.43-0.95.    USE - Manufacture of electrode material for non-aqueous lithium type electrical storage element (both claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery and electrical double layer capacitor for use in motor vehicles and hybrid drive systems.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode material having high output characteristics and excellent durability is manufactured. The anchor layer having high adhesiveness and low resistance is formed economically using water-soluble binder and without providing corrugation processing to the collector.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for non-aqueous lithium type electrical storage element.
NOVELTY - A polarizing electrode is formed using activated charcoal, electroconductive filler and polymeric binder. The amount of electroconductive filler is 5-35 %mass. The ratio of thickness ( mu m) of polarizing electrode and gas permeation resistivity (second) of polarizing electrode is 0.4-1.7.    USE - Polarizing electrode is used for electrical double layer capacitor used as power supply for electric vehicles and forklift trucks.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical double layer capacitor having the polarizing electrode has high capacitance and high output characteristics.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a structure containing semiconductor element (10) on a support structure. A bonding material is laminated on the structure. A reactive film (21) is laminated on bonding material. Another bonding material is laminated on reactive film. The bonding material is allowed to melt at preset temperature. The reaction conditions are assigned to induce the reaction to melt the bonding material. The structure is joined with the support structure through bonding material.    USE - Manufacturing method of semiconductor device used in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure containing semiconductor is joined with support structure through bonding material. Hence the thermal resistance can be suppressed. The stress to the structures can be reduced. The semiconductor device can be manufactured easily at reduced cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the semiconductor device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Semiconductor element (10)    Ceramic substrate (11)    Aluminum plate (11a,11b)    Insulated substrate (12)    Reactive film (21)
NOVELTY - A conductive adhesive layer is formed on a surface of a base material (1) using a conductive adhesive composition of carbon particles and a binder, and a surfactant and/or organic solvent having boiling point of 50-150 degrees C. The conductive adhesive layer formed on the base-material surface and a collector (2) are bonded together. The base material is separated from the conductive adhesive layer, and the conductive adhesive layer is transferred to the collector. An electrode active material layer is formed on the transferred conductive adhesive layer to obtain an electrode.    USE - Manufacture of electrode used for electrochemical element e.g. hybrid capacitor (all claimed). Can also be used in lithium ion secondary battery, lithium ion capacitor and electrical double layer capacitor for electric vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of electrode with uniform electrode active material layer and having low internal resistance simply, with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrochemical element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the manufacture of the electrode.    Base material (1)    Collector (2)    Coating device (3)    Drying machine (4)    Unwinder (10)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a detector that outputs an abnormal signal, when the terminal voltage of lithium ion cell falls below a threshold value. A controller performs diagnosis of gas generated from the battery, when the abnormal signal is obtained from the detector, during the discharge operation of the battery. The rise in the terminal voltage of the lithium ion cell is controlled, when the discharge operation of the battery is switched to the charging operation.    USE - Apparatus for determining abnormality of battery e.g. lithium ion battery used as auxiliary power supply in vehicle e.g. car (both claimed) and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in determining abnormality of secondary battery such as nickel hydrogen battery, capacitor and square-shaped battery used in electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The emission of gas from the battery can be diagnosed correctly and reliably at low cost, by using a simple technique.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process for diagnosing gas generated from the battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (35) has charge and discharge circuit (21) connected with several capacitors (11), and discharge circuit (13) connected in parallel to each capacitor. A voltage detection circuit detects voltages at the ends of each capacitor. An electric current detection circuit (23) detects electric current (I) flowing into the charge and discharge circuit. A control circuit (33) switches voltage measurement order of capacitors each time when no electric current flows during constant voltage control of the charge and discharge circuit.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus of braking force regeneration system for hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in emergency auxiliary power supply for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since voltage measurement order of capacitors is switched each time when no electric current flows during constant voltage control of the charge and discharge circuit, measurement is performed from capacitor to which measurement is stopped previously during current flow. Hence highly accurate voltage measurement can be performed continuously with sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the electrical storage apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Capacitor (11)    Discharge circuit (13)    Charge and discharge circuit (21)    Electric current detection circuit (23)    Control circuit (33)    Electrical storage apparatus (35)    Electric current (I)
NOVELTY - A voltmeter (5) measures the output voltage of an electrical double layer capacitor (11) if an automatic conveyance vehicle (1) is stopped in a charging station and a power receiving terminal is connected with a charging terminal. A control apparatus (4) has a calculating unit calculates the command value to the power supply (3) for charging when calculating charging current from the amount of fall of output voltage of capacitor, electrostatic capacitance and preset charging time.    USE - System for driving unmanned automatic conveyance vehicle for conveying load in factory.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage current of the electrical double layer capacitor can be suppressed. The full charge of the capacitor can be used reliably within the stop time of the automatic conveyance vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the automatic conveyance vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Automatic conveyance vehicle (1)    Power supply for charging (3)    Control apparatus (4)    Voltmeter (5)    Electrical double layer capacitor (11)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell vehicle (12) has a supply unit to supplies reactive gas to fuel cell (14) and to generate electric power for fuel cell. An injection unit injects scavenging gas into fuel cell by stopping supply of reactive gas to the fuel cell. A detecting unit detects the remaining capacity of a battery (16). A control unit (70) stops the operation of propulsion motor (18) and increases the electric current flowing through bus when the remaining capacity of battery is less than the threshold value at the time of start operation of fuel cell.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell vehicle e.g. electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electric current flowing through bus is increased and operation of propulsion motor is stopped when the remaining capacity of battery is less than the threshold value, the battery can be charged effectively and the restart operation of fuel cell vehicle can be performed efficiently. The variation of charging current from fuel cell to battery can be suppressed efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell vehicle (12)    Fuel cell (14)    Battery (16)    Propulsion motor (18)    Control unit (70)
NOVELTY - The system for balancing the group voltages of a number of electrical energy storage batteries (303), with battery cells (305), in battery groups (302) has one group with the highest group voltage connected with the coil windings (370) of a coil (370') for its excitation. The excited coil is connected to charge the coils of another group. At least one battery unit is discharged through an electrical consumer (359) and especially an electrical resistance (360) for individual voltage equalizing. The connections are made through switches (373) as a semiconductor switch (367) and especially a transistor (368), thyristor and the like.    USE - The system is for equalizing the voltages of batteries in series, e.g. for electric motor vehicles or wind turbines. (Both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The voltages of the batteries are equalized with minimum energy loss through heat at the resistances, increasing the efficiency of the battery structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the battery voltage equalizing system.    battery groups (302)    battery units (303)    battery cells (305)    coil windings (370)    coils (370')    resistances (360)    semiconductor switches (367)    switches (373)    transistors (368)
NOVELTY - The electrical power generation device has magnetic elements (4) attached to bicycle, and an energy conversion unit (1). The energy conversion unit comprises a piezoelectric transducer (2) that is connected to a ferromagnetic element (3). The magnetic elements are movable with respect to ferromagnetic element such that magnetic force is exertable on the ferromagnetic element. The ferromagnetic element deflects when magnetic elements are located in close proximity to the ferromagnetic element.    USE - Electric power generation device for bicycle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The reliability of electric power generation device can be improved. The energy conversion unit is incorporated into components of bicycle, so that malfunction of energy conversion unit due to penetration of water, dirt into energy conversion unit can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a conceptual view of electric power generation device.    Energy conversion unit (1)    Piezoelectric transducer (2)    Ferromagnetic element (3)    Magnetic elements (4)    Piezoelectric layer (5)
NOVELTY - The motor has conductive contactor (7) to intermittently contact at coil terminal (32) connected to armature coil. A magnetic field generation unit forms magnetic field between a pair of magnetic poles opposing on both sides of contact of coil terminal and conductive contactor. A magnet (M1) having different magnetic pole with respect to magnetic pole of magnetic field generation unit is interposed in coil terminal. A magnet (M2) having different magnetic pole with respect to magnetic pole of magnet (M1) is fixed on both sides of contactor.    USE - Direct current (DC) motor used as drive source of vehicle such as hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, and fuel-cell vehicle. Can also be used in electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The armature coil, coil terminal, field magnet, and conductive contactor are arranged coaxially, so that the synchronous shift by load fluctuation can be avoided. The high rotation performance can be ensured with simple structure of DC motor. The conductive contactor is intermittently contacted at coil terminal, so that the arc spark can be discharged, and the noise generation can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged view of the coil terminal and conductive contactor in connected state.    Conductive contactor (7)    Coil terminal (32)    Magnetic piece (62)    Magnets (M1,M2)    Arc discharge area (Vi)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a linear structure i.e. conductivity polymer-conductive particle complex linear structure, utilizing a conductivity polymer by seeded polymerization method, mold method and interfacial polymerization method. An electrode is formed by utilizing the linear structure. Conductive macromolecule solution is formed by the linear structure. Emeraldine salt, single-walled carbon nanotube and hexapeptide AcPHF6 or vanadium oxide nanofiber are provided in the linear structure. The linear structure is dispersed into liquid, and carbon material is added within slurry.    USE - Method for manufacturing an electrode of an electrochemical device such as electrochemical capacitor and a fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reducing electrode internal resistance, providing excellent interfacial stability and excellent mechanical property, increasing reaction area, and enhancing transparency of fuel or air due to high porosity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The carbon material is selected from activated carbon, carbon aerogel, graphite, carbon fiber, carbon nanotube and graphene. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an electrochemical capacitor comprising a separator    (2) a fuel cell comprising an ion exchange film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart illustrating an electrode manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a rear wheel electric motor connected with a primary storage battery. An upper surface and two sides of a rear goods shelf are surrounded by a set of solar cell panels connected with the primary storage battery via a first circuit. A top part and two sides of a basket are surrounded by another set of solar cell panels connected with an auxiliary storage battery via a second circuit. A wind power generator of the basket is connected with the auxiliary storage battery via a third circuit. The auxiliary and primary storage batteries are connected together for driving the motor.    USE - Electrical bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The bicycle uses electricity generated by the solar cell panels and the wind power generator to charge the storage battery of the bicycle, so that endurance ability of the bicycle is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of an electrical bicycle.
NOVELTY - The device has a discharging mode recognition circuit connected with a storage battery voltage monitoring and comparison circuit. A reset switch programmably controls the discharging mode recognition circuit, and is controlled by an automatic power-off execution circuit. The automatic power-off execution circuit performs actions of a delay circuit in a delaying manner after the voltage monitoring and comparison circuit performs actions of monitoring, comparison and judgment. The automatic power-off execution circuit comprises an operating coil and a lever.    USE - Automatic power-off device for preventing a vehicle storage battery from being over-discharged.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage output from the comparison circuit enters the delay circuit that determines a delay time, and the comparison circuit outputs a high voltage to drive the execution circuit to disconnect the reset switch when the delay time is high so as to effectively prevent the storage battery from being over-discharged. The storage battery voltage begins to rise after the reset switch is disconnected so as to guarantee the starting of the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of an automatic power-off device. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The charger has a power generator (4), a fuse box (8) and a switch (9) arranged between a battery jar (1) and a motor (2), where the power generator is connected to the battery jar via a line conductor. Another switch (7) is arranged between the power generator and the battery jar, where the power generator is connected to an ammeter (5) via the line conductor. An ammeter (5) is connected to a regulator (6) connected to the latter switch. The motor is connected to the power generator connected to an air-operated impeller.    USE - Automatic charger for use in a battery jar of an electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The charger has simple structure, is environment-friendly, and saves energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an automatic charger.    Battery jar (1)    Motor (2)    Power generator (4)    Ammeter (5)    Regulator (6)    Switches (7, 9)    Fuse box (8)
NOVELTY - The component has a shaft (106) with an axial section forming a portion of a main passage. The axial section has two ends (210), and a center located halfway between the ends of the axial section. Two sets of hollow radial plates (202, 214, 216) extend radially and outwardly from the shaft at two axial locations between the center of the axial section and the respective ends of the axial section. Each hollow radial plate includes respective interior surface (222) to define respective sets of annular chambers (230, 232) surrounding and in flow communication with the main passage.    USE - Turbine engine i.e. power turbine engine, component for supplying power to a vehicle component e.g. generator, transmission component and gearbox, of marine, industrial, or land systems.    ADVANTAGE - The shaft is coated with black oxide to prevent oxidation in the component. The component eliminates the need of a spline between a turbine wheel and the shaft, so that lubrication between the two components is avoided, and a turbine engine and a gearbox have prolonged service life, thus avoiding repairs and replacement of the turbine engine components. The shaft has increased flexibility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view and a perspective view of a portion of a power turbine engine.    Shaft (106)    Hollow radial plates (202, 214, 216)    Ends (210)    Interior surfaces (222)    Annular chambers (230, 232)
NOVELTY - The system i.e. actuator system (200), has surface coupled to portion of an associated component. Another surface is spaced by gap relative to the former surface. A gas generator is coupled to a chamber provided to contain gas generated by the gas generator. The chamber includes diaphragms (340, 341), where deformation of the diaphragms in response to increase in amount of the gas in the chamber causes movement of one of the surfaces such that the surfaces move toward each other, and heat is transferred from the former surface to the latter surface.    USE - Heat switch system i.e. electrochemical actuator system, for providing actuation force for valves, heat removal, pilot pressure source in size sensitive actuation applications such as consumer electronics e.g. mobile phones, hand-held and laptop computers, and medical devices.    ADVANTAGE - The system is inexpensive, and reduces manufacturing cost and labor. The system improves the convenience for carrying devices to incorporate the fuel cells. The system prevents the diaphragms driving an actuating member. The system prevents leakage of gas, and requires little holding power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for controlling temperature of a component    (2) a method for monitoring state of an actuator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of an electrochemical actuator system.    Electrochemical actuator system (200)    Opening unit (333)    Diaphragms (340, 341)    Plunger (350)    Plunger support plate (402)
NOVELTY - The module (10) has a printed circuit board (30) attached to a top portion of planar voltaic cells (90), where the board comprises seating apertures (99) receiving positive and negative cell tabs (110). Each cell tab is electromechanically bonded to a respective one of the apertures. A printed circuit is defined on the board, where the circuit interconnects electrical nodes to achieve a desired electrical configuration of the voltaic cells. Positive and negative module terminals on the board deliver electrical power from the module. A housing (60) encloses the cells.    USE - Vehicle battery module i.e. flat shaped vehicle battery module, for use in a battery pack of a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to electric bike, motorcycle, car, bus, truck, and train.    ADVANTAGE - The module utilizes traces on the printed circuit board (PCB) to custom configure electrical connectivity of the cells to allow for reconfiguration of the module without changing a geometry of a mechanical design or without complicating the assembly. The printed circuit board is made of fiberglass, so that the board is manufactured with low cost at mass level. The module does not reduce cell performance through generation of heat, so that the heat can not be directly imparted to the cells, thus increasing life time of the cell, and hence increasing power and energy coming out of a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a circuit board attaching to tabs of a vehicle battery module.    Vehicle battery module (10)    Printed circuit board (30)    Housing (60)    Planar voltaic cells (90)    Seating apertures (99)    Positive and negative cell tabs (110)
NOVELTY - Mixed oxides catalysts comprise (wt.%) manganese oxide (MnO) (35-56), copper oxide (CuO) (19-31), and rare-earth metal oxides including lanthanum oxide (La2O3) and neodymium oxide (Nd2O3) (20-37).    USE - Mixed oxides catalysts are used for combustion of volatile organic compounds present in gaseous effluents; decomposition of nitrogen protoxide to nitrogen and oxygen, present in gaseous effluents from nitric acid and adipic acid plants; combustion of carbon monoxide, hydrogen and methane off gases from anode in fuel cells; purification of gases exiting reactors for solid-state polycondensation of aromatic polyester resins; and catalytic combustion of hydrocarbons in burners of thermal power stations for generating electricity. The purification is carried out using stoichiometric amount of oxygen required for combustion of impurities to carbon dioxide and water (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The catalysts exhibit high thermal stability and high activity even after aging at high temperatures; and do not require industrial preparation of more than one step impregnation after impregnation with lanthanum nitrate solution.
NOVELTY - A chamber (110) is configured to hold the oxygen (O2) gas generated by applying electrical energy to an anode side diffusion layer structure (30) of a membrane electrode assembly (20). The membrane assembly and the chamber are sealed to inhibit fluid communication with the surrounding ambient environment. A diaphragm (140) of the chamber is deformed in response to change in the amount of gas in the chamber. A plunger (150) coupled to the diaphragm is driven by the deformation of the diaphragm.    USE - Electrochemical actuator system for fuel cell system e.g. direct oxidation fuel cell (DMFC) system used in portable electronic device such as mobile phone and handheld and laptop computers, and medical devices.    ADVANTAGE - Since the diaphragm is deformed in response to the change in amount of the gas in the chamber, to provide movement of the plunger, the compressor are not required for actuating the actuators and hence the size of the actuator is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for moving actuator;    (2) method for supplying pilot pressure; and    (3) method for providing oxygen to chamber of electrochemical actuator system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of electrochemical actuator system.    Membrane electrode assembly (20)    Anode side diffusion layer structure (30)    Chamber (110)    Diaphragm (140)    Plunger (150)
NOVELTY - A proton conductor comprises cation, alkaline aqueous solution which dissolved first oxidation ion by anion, and aqueous acids of second oxidation ion by anion.    USE - A proton conductor for electrochemical device used for fuel cell and high capacity capacitor as electrolyte (claimed). Can also be used for motor vehicle and generator.    ADVANTAGE - The proton conduction degree of inorganic solid acid at temperature below phase transition point to over proton conduction phase are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A proton conductor comprises cation of formula R-i+, alkaline aqueous solution which dissolved first oxidation ion by anion of formula YpOq-j-, and aqueous acids of second oxidation ion by anion of formula XrOs-k-.    i=integer, R=ammonium ion of Na, K, Rb or Cs;    j,k,p-s=positive integers;    Y=Al or Si; and    X=P, S or Se.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) method of manufacturing proton conductor; and    (2) method of activating proton conductor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph of the measurement of electrolyte with open-circuit voltage of 0.955 V and 165 degreeC dry atmosphere.
NOVELTY - The method involves separating liquid phase from a mixture of liquid phase (2) and gaseous phase in a separator (4), and supplying the liquid phase to a reservoir (12). The liquid phase is transferred to an evaporation zone (7) through a capillary (6), where the transport of the liquid phase takes place by capillary effect. Steam formed in the evaporation zone is supplied to a section to partially condensate the steam. The mixture of the liquid and the partially condensate steam is supplied to the separator, and the liquid phase is supplied to the reservoir.    USE - Method for transporting liquid in a micro-fluidic circulatory system for evaporation of liquid phase and/or for humidification of a gas in micro-system and micro-process engineering applications i.e. portable fuel cell system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method allows for self-controlling of the micro-fluidic circulatory system without using electric supply, so that controlled heating and/or cooling circuit is enabled, thus eliminating the need for measurement of specific parameters, hence enabling direct adjustment of the amount of production of steam based on the heat supplied to the evaporator.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a micro-fluidic cooling circuit with a thermocapillary pump comprising a separator for separating a liquid phase from a mixture of the liquid phase and a gaseous phase.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a thermocapillary pump.    Liquid phase (2)    Separator (4)    Capillary (6)    Evaporation zone (7)    Reservoir (12)
NOVELTY - The system has a battery pack connected to a slave controller, where the slave controller is connected to a master controller. The battery pack supplies power to an electric vehicle. The slave controller detects battery data of the battery pack and sends the detected battery data to the master controller. The master controller performs balance management to the battery pack through the slave controller according to the received battery data. A junction box and a sensor are connected to the master controller. The junction box is internally provided with a main relay.    USE - Battery management system for an electric vehicle (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a battery management method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a battery management system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The apparatus (30) has an X-ray irradiation part i.e. X-ray source (300), to irradiate a parallel X ray (310) to a nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery i.e. lithium ion secondary battery. An X-ray detection part i.e. X-ray detector (320), detects the transmission X-ray that is transmitted to the nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery with a refraction image. The X-ray irradiation part enters the parallel X- ray perpendicularly with respect to electrodes of the nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery, and irradiates the parallel X- ray to the nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    USE - Apparatus for inspection of a nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery i.e. lithium ion secondary battery, that is utilized in an electric vehicle (EV) and a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) in an auto industry.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can detect a bubble existing between the electrodes inside the nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery and a foreign material with a low X-ray absorption factor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of a nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery inspection apparatus.    Nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery inspection apparatus (30)    X-ray source (300)    Parallel X ray (310)    X-ray detector (320)    Image processing device (330)    Image display apparatus (340)
NOVELTY - The detector has a circuit board detecting gas based on a resistance value of a heating-resistor (71) while controlling electricity supply of the heating-resistor. An insulating layer is laminated on a semiconductor substrate (61). A gas detection element (60) e.g. thermally-conductive type gas detection element, includes a protective layer (64) laminated on a surface of the insulating layer such that the insulating layer is covered. The protective layer comprises an outermost surface layer that touches atmosphere containing the gas.    USE - Detector for detecting gas i.e. hydrogen gas (claimed), in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The outermost surface layer of the protective layer touches atmosphere containing the gas, such that durability and detection accuracy are reconciled on a high level.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating a manufacturing process of a gas detection element.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Gas detection element (60)    Semiconductor substrate (61)    Protective layer (64)    Heating-resistor (71)    Ground electrode (86)
NOVELTY - Preparing a composite material containing nanotubes (10-50 wt.%) comprises: introducing a polymeric composition containing at least one thermoplastic polymer and nanotubes, in a mixer; melting the thermoplastic polymer; and mixing the molten thermoplastic polymer and nanotubes, where the process further comprises adding at least one plasticizer in a mixer, in a ratio of 10-400 wt.% with respect to the nanotubes and plasticizer (at least 50 wt.%) is introduced upstream or in the polymer melting area.    USE - The composite material is useful for: preparing composite product and/or providing electrical, mechanical and thermal property to the polymer matrix; fabricating conductive fibers or mono layer conductive films or multi layer conductive films; and viscosifying and/or thickening a liquid formulation, including an ink composition, varnish, paint, putty, asphalt or concrete product containing at least one thermoplastic polymer solvent (all claimed). The composite product is useful for: manufacturing transport or storage of fluids, such as pipes, tanks, offshore pipe or hoses, e.g. to prevent accumulation of electrostatic charge; and for manufacturing compact or porous electrodes, preferably supercapacitors or fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The process is simple and inexpensive to prepare composite materials without significantly degrading the nanotubes or the matrix, and without polluting the equipment. The process: allows controlling the temperature of the polymer matrix and thus ensuring the stability of process by maintaining a stable energy consumption; provides composite material, which is easy to granulate without causing breakage of the string.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) the composite material obtained by the process; and    (2) preparing composite product comprising preparing the composite material and introducing the composite material in a polymer matrix.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a porous layer with conductive material i.e. carbon, on a catalyst layer by utilizing an inkjet printing process, and forming support layer in the porous layer.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly (MEA) manufacturing method for a portable electronic instrument.    ADVANTAGE - The method decreases constant resistance between the porous layer and the catalyst layer, and improves performance of the membrane electrode assembly (MEA).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a membrane electrode assembly manufacturing method. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The system has a cooling water line (20) equipped with a water pump (22) and a radiator (24). A power electronic element (31) is loaded on a vehicle. The cooling water line passes through the power electronic element. A fuel cell stack (10) cools the power electronic element. Another cooling water line is utilized for cooling the power electronic element. An intermediate heat exchanger is installed between the cooling water lines. A load exhaustion device exhausts current of the stack.    USE - Thermal management system for a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system replaces function of a cathode oxygen depletion (COD) heater in the load exhaustion device easily, reduces the number of components, and is inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a thermal management system. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fuel cell stack (10)    Cooling water line (20)    Water pump (22)    Radiator (24)    Power electronic element (31)
NOVELTY - The device has a damper door (53) and an actuator (54) provided in a duct. Heat exchangers supply compressed air to a cathode of a fuel cell stack (30). A duct (50) supplies warm air through one of the heat exchangers to a vehicle room. The damper door and the actuator change flow path of warm air such that air introduced through the duct is selectively exhausted to the vehicle room or outside. A cooler (56) cools compressed air, and a bypass line (23) is branched from an air supply line (21).    USE - Interior heating device for a fuel cell i.e. polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell, vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is inexpensive. The device improves indoor heating performance of the vehicle, effectively maintains compressed air supplied to the cathode, and enhances power generation capacity of the fuel cell stack. The device prevents noise generated due to the compressed air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an interior heating device.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Air supply line (21)    Bypass line (23)    Fuel cell stack (30)    Duct (50)    Damper door (53)    Actuator (54)    Cooler (56)
NOVELTY - The casting cap (2) has protrusion (22) formed in rear surface of top plate (20) with respect to axial direction of hollow fiber membrane bundle (11). The protrusion contacts edge of hollow fiber membrane bundle. The distance between hollow fiber membranes in the edge is fixed.    USE - Potting material casting cap used during manufacture of hollow fiber membrane module (claimed) for processing fluid for cleaning artificial lung, drain, for purifying drinking water, for dialysis of blood, and for humidifier of fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of defect of foreign material during manufacture of hollow fiber membrane module is reduced and manufacturing cost of hollow fiber membrane module is reduced. The performance of the hollow fiber membrane module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of hollow fiber membrane module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the potting material casting cap. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hollow fiber membrane module (1)    Casting cap (2)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Rear surface of top plate (20)    Protrusion (22)
NOVELTY - The structure has cooling fan (41) connected to duct (30) which circulates cooling air in order to cool battery (22) arranged behind seat. A striker is protrudingly provided from side panel which is located at the side of seat back (10). An inlet port (31) is arranged between the seat back and side panel. A pair of through-holes for passing the striker is formed in the side walls of duct. A sealing structure for interrupting the gap between the through-holes and striker is attached to through holes.    USE - Cooling air intake structure for heat emitting component such as battery mounted in vehicle such as hybrid vehicle. Can also be used for electric vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the sealing structure for interrupting the gap between the through-holes and striker is attached to through holes, the air leak of duct is prevented. The air cooling efficiency is maintained without increasing fan air volume.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the electrically wired box in vehicle.    Seat back (10)    Battery (22)    Duct (30)    Inlet port (31)    Cooling fan (41)
NOVELTY - The humidifier (1) has a case (21) having openings (21a,21b) as exit and inlet port of the air and openings (21c,21d) as exit and inlet port of the cathode off gas passing along outer and inner sides of a hollow fiber membrane (12). The case accommodates a hollow fiber membrane bundle (11). The positional relationship of openings (21a,21c) formed in exit side of the case is same as that of the openings (21b,21d) formed in entrance side. The end surfaces (21a1-21d1) of the openings are formed in same plane.    USE - Humidifier of fuel cell system used in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The metal molds of the joint elements which join openings of entrance side of air and cathode off gas and exit side of air and cathode off gas can be made into single mold so that the metal mold cost can be reduced and the productivity of the humidifier can be improved while reducing humidifier thickness.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the humidifier. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidifier (1)    Hollow fiber membrane bundle (11)    Hollow fiber membrane (12)    Case (21)    Openings (21a-21d)    End surfaces of the openings (21a1-21d1)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a central office (4) for monitoring a rental process of a set of bicycles (2). Each bicycle has an electronic identifier, a wireless transmission module and a global positioning system (GPS) chip, which are arranged such that the identifier and a position of the respective bicycle are transmitted to the central office over the transmission module. A solar cell module is provided at each of the bicycles for supplying power to the transmission module and the GPS chip, where the transmission module and the chip are arranged within a frame (7) of each bicycle.    USE - Rental system for bicycles (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electronic identifier, wireless transmission module and global positioning system (GPS) chip of the bicycles are arranged such that the identifier and the position of the respective bicycle are transmitted to the central office over the transmission module, thus easily finding the position of the respective bicycle at any time by a collecting person of the rental system, and hence detecting unauthorized use and/or theft of the bicycle, and reducing idle time of the bicycle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for renting bicycles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a rental system.    Rental system (1)    Bicycles (2)    Terminal (3)    Central office (4)    Bicycle stand (6)    Frame (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) comprises several electrical lines (56) positioned on either side of power source (105) to determine voltage across the power source. A power source management unit (130) is coupled to electrical lines to measure the voltage. The power source management unit is comprised of analog-to-digital converter to convert the measured voltage to digital signal, and voltage measurement module to measure the rate of change of voltage over a period of time.    USE - Apparatus for predicting failure of power source such as battery, fuel cell and other direct current power source for mobile computing device such as notebook computer, laptop computer, cellular telephone, personal digital assistant (PDA), handheld device and remote terminal, and server computing platform such as blade server, remote server and terminal server. Can also be used in zinc carbon battery, alkaline battery, nickel cadmium battery, nickel metal hydride battery, lithium ion battery, lead acid battery, metal air battery, silver oxide battery, mercury oxide battery and thermal battery.    ADVANTAGE - The failure of power source can be predicted reliably by monitoring voltages across the power source over a period of time hence destruction of power source by failure can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) power source failure prediction method; and    (2) power source failure prediction system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the power source apparatus.    Electrical line (56)    Apparatus for predicting failure of power source (100)    Power source (105)    Power source management unit (130)    Transmission power line (155)
NOVELTY - The microbial fuel cell has several anodes (100) and cathodes (102) that are in communication with to-be-purified liquid (104). The metal electrical conductors (110) of the anodes and cathodes are electrically coupled across a load in an electrical circuit. The liquid impermeable conductive plastic sheets (112) are provided between metal electrical conductor and to-be-purified liquid, to seal liquid and electrical conductor from each other.    USE - Microbial fuel cell, microbial electrolysis cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The optimal water treatment can be provided and electrical power generation efficiency can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the microbial fuel cell.    Anodes (100)    Cathodes (102)    To-be-purified liquid (104)    Metal electrical conductors (110)    Liquid impermeable conductive plastic sheets (112)
NOVELTY - The capacitor has an organic membrane provided between positive and negative electrodes and an organic electrolytic solution, where the positive electrode is made of lithium-containing compound that comprises vanadium oxygen lithium phosphate, active carbon, conductive carbon black, high molecular adhesive and aluminum foil. The negative electrode is made with lithium-containing compound, conductive carbon black, adhesive and copper foil. The organic electrolytic solution is constituted by electrolyte slat containing lithium ion and mixed organic solvent.    USE - Hybrid super capacitor for use as a substitute of a lead acid battery in an electric automobile and an electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The capacitor has high energy and power density, wide range of application and long service life. The negative electrode is made with lithium titanate material so as to improve safety of the capacitor.
NOVELTY - The car has two driving motors separately installed in left and right front wheels or left and right back wheels, where the wheels are integrally connected with each other. An input terminal of the driving motors and output terminals of an accumulator are separately connected with corresponding terminals of a frequency and speed modulating controller. The driving motors are non-brush frequency and speed modulating motors. Rotors of the driving motors are integrated with a wheel frame, and stators of the driving motors are installed on a fastening axle of the wheels.    USE - Electric four-wheel car.    ADVANTAGE - The car can cut off electricity for inner center wheel while turning to realize speed difference and speed reducing effect by utilizing the relay and the angle switch in the back wheel without the need of a speed difference device, thus ensuring safety.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric four-wheel car.
NOVELTY - The method involves utilizing a super capacitor to bear highly-loaded current feedback and store braking energy. Braking feedback energy is utilized to charge a battery bank when peak current of the feedback begins to drop. The super capacitor and the battery bank are executed to exchange energy with each other. A generating set and a power lithium battery are utilized for supplying power to an electricity-consuming equipment of a coach when the coach smoothly runs, where the generating set is operated for charging the capacitor.    USE - Method for controlling power of an electric motor coach.    ADVANTAGE - The method ensures the coach to be effectively driven by electricity in an efficient manner. The coach can travel for longer distance with less electricity consumption.
NOVELTY - The generating-set has a charging set connected with a wind energy generator and a power storage device i.e. lithium-ion battery, where the generating-set is installed on an engine part in front of an automatic wind energy generating vehicle. A direct current pulling motor is connected with the power storage device. An electric control system is connected with the direct current pulling motor. A matched air inlet (1) is installed on a front end of the vehicle, where the air inlet is provided with an air opening baffle.    USE - Wind energy generating-set for an automatic wind energy generating vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The wind generated during running process of the automatic wind energy generating vehicle generates electricity so as to avoid energy shortage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an automatic wind energy generating vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front perspective view of an automatic wind energy generating vehicle.    Air inlet (1)
NOVELTY - The power supply has an inversion circuit whose input end is connected with a capacitor (C1) in parallel. An input end of an anode is connected with a direct current (DC) high voltage power supply, which is connected in series with a charging resistance switch and a fuse. An output end of a control unit is connected with an output signal interface and a RS 485 communication interface. An input end of the control unit is connected with an input signal interface, which is connected with a voltage shortage signal, a fault signal and a normal signal.    USE - Auxiliary power supply for an inversion charging-type vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The power supply is simple in structure, inexpensive, safe and stable, saves electricity and raw material, and has better running performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an auxiliary power supply.    Alternating current (AC)    Capacitors (C1, C2, C3)    Direct current (DC)    Resistors (L1, L2, L3)    Transformers (T1, T2)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a power starting up and/or generating unit set in cupola or other form factors, and a generator for generating energy at very low revolutions per minute (RPM). Magnetic suspension bearings are supported with a wind turbine and/or alternator/generator assembly with little friction. A rotating shaft is not in contact with a stator in a normal operating mode. Permanent magnets are made of samarium cobalt, aluminum nickel cobalt or neodymium iron boron with working temperature of 200 degrees and Curie temperature of above 300 degrees centigrade.    USE - Ultimate wind turbine e.g. vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) and horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT), apparatus, for a vehicle i.e. automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus utilizes shorter radius savonius blades to self-start and longer radius double helix shaped Durries wings to take off at higher wind speeds. The generator can start moving and generating energy at very low wind speeds, and the magnetic bearings have zero friction. The magnetic bearings support the generator and the apparatus without consuming external energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a contact-less magnetic bearings for an inverse magneto alternator generator.
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a controller (42) for controlling a cathode inlet valve (20), a cathode outlet valve (26), a switch (40) and a hydrogen source (28). The controller simultaneously or nearly simultaneously closes the switch, the cathode inlet valve, and the cathode outlet valve and opens the hydrogen source, so that hydrogen is provided to an anode side of a fuel cell stack (12) i.e. resistor, and existing air in a cathode side of the fuel cell stack reacts with the hydrogen being introduced to the anode side of the fuel cell stack without creating a voltage potential as a result of short.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The controller simultaneously or nearly simultaneously closes the switch, the cathode inlet valve and the cathode outlet valve and opens the hydrogen source, so that the hydrogen is provided to the anode side of the fuel cell stack, and the existing air in the cathode side of the fuel cell stack reacts with the hydrogen being introduced to the anode side of the fuel cell stack without creating the voltage potential as a result of the short, thus improving performance of the fuel cell stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reducing or significantly eliminating membrane electrode assembly degradation as a result of a hydrogen-air front flowing through anode flow channels in a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a hydraulic block diagram of a fuel cell system for reducing or significantly eliminating start-up degradation of a membrane electrode assembly catalyst as a result of a hydrogen-air front in anode flow channels.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Cathode inlet valve (20)    Cathode outlet valve (26)    Hydrogen source (28)    Switch (40)    Controller (42)
NOVELTY - The system has a bleed manifold unit provided at an input of split sub-stacks, and a pressure sensor providing a pressure signal indicating flow through a flow restriction. A controller determines whether flow paths in the bleed manifold unit are blocked. The controller opens a bleed valve and an exhaust valve, and closes another bleed valve. The controller reads the pressure signal from the pressure sensor. The controller closes the former bleed valve, and opens the latter bleed valve to determine whether the pressure signal indicates a flow through the latter bleed valve.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system maintains a center bleed, and performs diagnoses process on the bleed manifold unit until the system warms up to a specific temperature, thus avoiding need of continuous bleeding process. The system utilizes an algorithm to perform a continuous center bleed through a drain valve at box until the temperature is high, so that the system avoids blockage of flow channels by ice.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for identifying a failure in a bleed manifold unit provided at an input of splits.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a process for providing a stack anode exhaust gas bleed in an event of a bleed manifold unit failure.
NOVELTY - The system has a controller for controlling two bleed valves, and a drain valve for providing an anode side bleed from split sub-stacks. The controller determines whether the bleed valves are blocked, and determines whether temperature of the split sub-stacks is set below a predetermined temperature. The controller provides a continuous center anode side bleed through the drain valve if the bleed valves are blocked and the temperature of the split sub-stacks is set below the predetermined temperature.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system performs an anode exhaust gas bleed to remove nitrogen from the anode side of a fuel cell stack when a bleed manifold unit (BMU) fails. The system maintains the center bleed, and suspends the BMU diagnostics until the system warms up to a temperature that does not need a continuous bleed. The system performs a continuous center bleed through the drain valve at box even if the temperature is high. The bleed is typically performed for a duration to allow multiple stack anode volumes to be bled, thus reducing nitrogen concentration below the threshold. The system is inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for providing an anode side bleed from a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a process for providing a stack anode exhaust gas bleed in an event of a bleed manifold unit failure.
NOVELTY - The method involves determining whether a cathode by-pass valve (34) controlling flow of air from a compressor (14) has failed in an open position, and disengaging primary airflow and pressure control algorithms in response to valve failure. A cathode exhaust valve (30) is set to the open position, and stack power request from a fuel cell stack is determined. The compressor is controlled using an open-loop control, where speed of the compressor is set based on the power request. The measured airflow to the stack is used to determine maximum current drawn from the stack.    USE - Method for controlling speed of a compressor that provides airflow to a cathode side of a fuel cell stack for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables controlling the amount of hydrogen provided to the anode side of the stack in an effective manner. The method enables controlling the cathode airflow to the fuel cell stack during failure of the cathode input by-pass valve. The method enables easily maintaining the cathode exhaust gas valve in the open position, and setting the speed of the stack compressor to open-loop control using a look-up table, thus measuring the airflow to the stack and limiting the current output from the stack based on the measured airflow.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a system for controlling speed of a compressor that provides airflow to a cathode side of a fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell system employing a process for controlling a cathode input airflow from a compressor in during failure of a cathode by-pass valve.    Fuel cell system (10)    Compressor (14)    Cathode exhaust valve (30)    Cathode by-pass valve (34)    Flow meter (38)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has an engine control unit (40) with a warming up status detecting unit detecting a warming up status of a fuel cell stack (1). A warming up completion threshold setting unit of the ECU sets a threshold value to determine completion of warming up of the stack. An informing unit (50) informs completion of warming up when a value is equal to or higher than the threshold value. An estimating unit of the ECU estimates whether generated water is frozen in the stack. A threshold changing unit of the ECU changes the threshold value in accordance with a freezing state of the water.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The threshold changing unit of the electronic control unit changes the threshold value in accordance with the freezing state of the water to determine completion of warming up after the generated water frozen in the fuel cell stack is melted, so that a driver can predict completion of warming up, and a desired power generation performance of the fuel cell stack can be ensured after warming up is completed even in use under a low-temperature environment such as in winter or in a cold region, thus reducing inconvenience for the driver, and hence enhancing merchantability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a warming up completion determining method for a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of an entire configuration of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (1)    Hydrogen tank (10)    Engine control unit (40)    Informing unit (50)    Fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a cathode exhaust gas line (34) and an anode exhaust gas line respectively outputting cathode exhaust gas and anode exhaust gas from a fuel cell stack (12). An anode bleed line (28) is coupled to a bleed valve (26) that receives the anode gas when the valve is open. The bleed line is coupled to the cathode exhaust gas line, so that bled anode gas is directed into the cathode exhaust gas line. The bleed line includes a stand-off portion extending preset distance into the cathode gas line, so as to prevent water in the cathode gas line from flowing into the bleed line.    USE - Fuel cell system for a vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The anode exhaust gas bleed line is coupled to the cathode exhaust gas line, so that hydrogen in the bled anode exhaust gas is diluted by the cathode exhaust gas, thus effectively reducing amount of water that accumulates in the anode exhaust gas bleed line.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reducing accumulation of water in an anode bleed line of a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a fuel cell system including an anode exhaust bleed valve for bleeding anode exhaust gas into a cathode exhaust gas line.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Bleed valve (26)    Anode bleed line (28)    Cathode exhaust gas line (34)
NOVELTY - The separator has a fuel electrode (10) and an air electrode (80) as electrode plates, and a pair of mask plates (20, 70) providing a hermetic seal between the fuel and air electrodes. Current collectors (30, 60) provide electrical connection with the electrodes, and corrugated plates (40, 50) inhibit mixing of fuel gas e.g. hydrogen-containing fuel gas, and air. A support (90) between the corrugated plates seals internal manifolds formed on sides of the mask plates, the current collectors and the corrugated plates.    USE - High-temperature fuel cell separator.    ADVANTAGE - The separator allows gas components to flow into the air electrode, so that the gas maximizes oxygen partial pressure, thus improving performance of stack of fuel cells, and inhibiting occurrence of high-temperature region inside the stack to provide uniform temperature distribution, and hence improving durability of the stack and reducing production cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a high-temperature fuel cell separator.    Fuel electrode (10)    Mask plates (20, 70)    Current collectors (30, 60)    Corrugated plates (40, 50)    Air electrode (80)    Support (90)
NOVELTY - The module has a casing (40) whose holding section (42) holds an end of battery cells (10) that are in rectangular parallelepiped shape. A holding section (52) of another casing (50) holds another end of the battery cells. Insulating members (32) are arranged between the battery cells. The battery cells are lined up, so that main walls (11a1) extend between ends of the battery cells and face each other. The insulating members are arranged in a mutually separated fashion between the main walls. Resilient covers (22, 24) are respectively mounted on the ends of the battery cells.    USE - Battery i.e. lithium ion secondary battery, module for use as power source for a cordless portable electronic equipment and a driving vehicle i.e. electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The insulating members are arranged in a mutually separated fashion between the main walls, thus providing insulation function between the battery cells without impeding cooling of the battery cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a battery module.    Battery cells (10)    Main walls (11a1)    Positive electrode terminal (12)    Negative electrode terminal (14)    Resilient covers (22, 24)    Insulating unit (30)    Insulating members (32)    Casings (40, 50)    Holding sections (42, 52)    Aperture (54)    Gas collecting section (56)    Gas discharge aperture (58)
NOVELTY - The connector (10) has a housing (11) comprising a fit-in part (41) to be fit in a mounting hole (33) that penetrates through a case (30) of an inverter. Upper and left guide ribs (46A, 46B) and a right guide rib project from the fit-in part into the case. The ribs are placed circumferentially intermittently along an inner peripheral surface of the hole. An upper reinforcing rib (45A), and lower, left and right reinforcing ribs project into the case, where each reinforcing rib extend between an edge of one of the guide ribs and a peripheral surface of an tubular terminal insertion part.    USE - Connector for supplying electric power from a battery to an inverter of an electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The projected ends of the reinforcing ribs, the projected end of the terminal insertion part and the projected ends of the guide ribs project from the fit-in part and are coincident with one another, so that the lengths of the reinforcing ribs and the lengths of the guide ribs, can be increased to increase the strength of the reinforcing ribs and to prevent the housing from inclining to a higher extent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side elevational view of a connector mounted on a mounting hole of a case of an inverter.    Connector (10)    Housing (11)    Case of inverter (30)    Mounting hole (33)    Fit-in part (41)    Upper reinforcing rib (45A)    Upper guide rib (46A)    Left guide rib (46B)
NOVELTY - The system has a battery bay electrical connector (902) to permanently attach to an underside of a partially electric vehicle, and a battery pack electrical connector (804) to permanently attach to a battery. Each of the electrical connectors includes a high voltage interface for transmitting high voltage electricity between the electrical connectors, a data interface for transmitting data between the electrical connectors, and a shielding mechanism to counteract electromagnetic effects caused by one or more high voltage connection elements.    USE - Electrical connection system for a battery of a partially electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The shielding mechanism allows the use of a single connector for both data and power while preventing undesirable electromagnetic effects caused by a data conductor's proximity to power conductors. The system does not require additional clamping or latching mechanisms to ensure positive contact between power and data interfaces. The system enables compensation of misalignment between electrical interface components of the battery and its corresponding bay in the electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electrical connection system.    Battery pack electrical connector (804)    Electrical connection system (900)    Battery bay electrical connector (902)    Electric shield (904)    Alignment pins (912)    Sockets (914)
NOVELTY - The method involves detecting an active antilock braking system (ABS) braking event corresponding to an activation of ABS capability of a friction braking system. The present deceleration rate of HEV, is determined and compared (114) with a calibrated maximum deceleration rate. An electronically variable transmission (EVT) is shifted (116) automatically to one high speed/low torque EVT mode which is retained for a duration of active ABS braking event, based on the comparison of present deceleration rate and calibrated maximum deceleration rate.    USE - Method of optimizing braking operation in hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The braking control of HEV is optimized, and the driveline vibration and stopping distances are reduced by automatically selecting or retaining a default transmission operating mode in HEV during a threshold braking event. The vehicle emissions are reduced, and the operating range of HEV is improved. An optimal braking efficiency of HEV is attained, and the HEV is prevented from entering a prolonged skid on the road surface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for hybrid electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the control process of EVT of HEV.    Step for measuring braking input force (102)    Step for comparing braking input force with calibrated threshold value (104)    Step for measuring amount or level of slip at each drive wheel (106)    Step for comparing measured slip with threshold amount (108)    Step for comparing magnitude of present deceleration rate with calibrated maximum deceleration rate (114)    Step for executing automatic shift of EVT (116)
NOVELTY - A non-pyrophoric shift reaction catalyst is prepared by uniformly mixing a platinum precursor, a cerium precursor, and an oxide carrier in a dispersing medium to obtain a mixture; drying the mixture; and calcining the dried mixture.    USE - Method of preparing a non-pyrophoric shift reaction catalyst (claimed) for a fuel system.    ADVANTAGE - The method prepares catalyst having excellent reaction activity even at low temperatures and that can remove carbon monoxide in fuel.
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring (340) group voltage of several groups of a fuel cell stack and identifying (350) a group having a minimum group voltage. A group voltage deviation is calculated (360) for the identified group by multiplying the quantity of fuel cells and average cell voltage of the identified group, and then subtracting the group voltage of identified group. The minimum cell voltage of the identified group is calculated (370) according to a function involving minimum group voltage, quantity of fuel cells, average cell voltage and specified constants.    USE - Method of estimating minimum voltage of fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - Since the group having minimum cell voltage is identified and the minimum cell voltage of the identified group is calculated according to the specified function, the minimum cell is accurately estimated and the average error is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for product for estimating minimum voltage of fuel cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the process of estimating minimum voltage of fuel cells.    Calculating average cell voltage (330)    Measuring group voltages (340)    Identifying group having minimum group voltage (350)    Calculating group voltage deviation (360)    Calculating minimum cell voltage (370)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (101) has a generator (112) which is attached to and driven by an axial air turbine (109). The axial air turbine-driven generator converts mechanical energy to electrical energy. An electrical energy distributing unit is adapted to distribute electrical energy connected to the axial air turbine-driven generator. A wind recirculation area (108) extends between the chassis skirts and below the vertical level of the deck plates. The axial air turbine is attached to a chassis (103) below the vertical level of the deck plates, and within the wind recirculation area.    USE - Vehicle, e.g. hybrid electric vehicles, for ground operation.    ADVANTAGE - Converts a portion of the energy contained within the recirculating air into electrical energy for use by the vehicle since the turbine blades rotate within the turbine housing upon a shaft, in which the shaft drives the generator. Enables the power generated to be supply vehicle parasitic road or partially charge the batteries of the vehicle since the electrical energy distributing unit is adapted to distribute electrical energy connected to the axial air turbine-driven generator. Reduces overall wind resistance by extracting energy from the recirculating air mass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front sectional view of the vehicle.    Vehicle (101)    Chassis (103)    Wind recirculation area (108)    Axial air turbine (109)    Generator (112)
NOVELTY - A slurry consisting of resin particles, cationic surfactant and/or polyvinyl alcohol derivative, lithium complex oxide particles, and polar solvent is prepared. Then, polar solvent is removed from the slurry, to obtain composition. The composition is baked and resin particles are removed from the composition, to obtain positive electrode active material particles. The cationic surfactant is quaternary ammonium salt. The polyvinyl alcohol derivative comprises polyvinyl alcohol into which group of quaternary ammonium salt is introduced or substituted.    USE - Manufacture of positive electrode active material e.g. lithium manganate particles used for manufacturing positive electrode composition (claimed) for battery like lithium ion battery and nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery for power supply of electric vehicles, mobile telephone, notebook computer and digital camera.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides positive electrode active material particles having excellent high-speed discharge characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A slurry consisting of resin particles, cationic surfactant and/or polyvinyl alcohol derivative, lithium complex oxide particles, and polar solvent is prepared. Then, polar solvent is removed from the slurry, to obtain composition. The composition is baked and resin particles are removed from the composition, to obtain positive electrode active material particles. The cationic surfactant is quaternary ammonium salt. The polyvinyl alcohol derivative comprises polyvinyl alcohol into which group of quaternary ammonium salt is introduced or substituted. The average particle diameter of resin particles is 0.1-20 mu m. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for positive electrode composition which contains positive electrode active material particles and electroconductive substance.
NOVELTY - The secondary battery has a through-hole (1B) that is formed in offset face (11) in a direction with respect to bottom face (1A) of a battery can (1). A power generating element group (6) includes stacked positive and negative electrode boards whose uncoated portions (6A) are exposed. The element group is positioned such that the uncoated portions oppose formation surface of the through-hole. The connecting elements (9A,9B) are connected to the uncoated portions to conduct electricity through the through-hole.    USE - Secondary battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery for hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the element group is positioned such that the uncoated portions oppose formation surface of the through-hole, internal resistance of the battery can be reduced and thickness of the battery can be reduced. Charging and discharging characteristics can be improved and performance of the battery can be enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the secondary battery.    Battery can (1)    Bottom face (1A)    Through-hole (1B)    Power generating element group (6)    Uncoated portion (6A)    Connecting elements (9A,9B)    Offset face (11)
NOVELTY - The system has a rail (276) forming a loop that circumferentially engages a surface of a cover and a surface of a rim. The rail produces a force coplanar with the loop when constricted. A fastener coupled to the rail constricts the rail, where the rail and the two surfaces produce another force with a component orthogonal to the loop when the rail is constricted. A threaded rod coupled to the rail adjustably constricts the rail. A lever rotatably coupled to the rail constricts the rail when actuated into a closed position.    USE - System for clamping a cover onto a vehicular chassis body i.e. power electronic bay chassis, of an automobile e.g. alternative fuel vehicle such as hybrid, electric, and fuel cell based vehicles e.g. saloon, wagon, truck, sport utility vehicle, two-wheel drive such as rear-wheel drive or front-wheel drive vehicle, four-wheel drive vehicle, and all-wheel drive vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system is easily installable and eliminates a need for multiple fasteners. The system provides electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding along seams and corners of a power electronics bay (PEB) chassis without a use of a conductive O-ring.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for clamping a cover onto a vehicular chassis body.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of a clamping rail and fastener.    Clamp assembly (270)    Fasteners (272, 274)    Rails (276, 278)
NOVELTY - The device has a sample holder e.g. center piece (403) that is provided to isolate a sample from environmental medium, to prevent the protonic conductor in sample from migrating into the medium, and to allow the water vapor in medium to migrate between the medium and the sample. The medium is in phase selected from gas, liquid or solid phase.    USE - Device for measuring conductivity e.g. cationic conductivity such as hydrogen ion, silver ion, lithium ion, cadmium ion, and/or mercury ion and anionic conductivity such as oxygen ion, fluoride ion and/or sulfide ion of sample such as powder, monolith, ceramic, metal, elastomeric material, gel, plastic, liquid (all claimed) in environmental medium such as air/water vapor mixture for use in fuel cell industry.    ADVANTAGE - Since sample holder allows water vapor to migrate between medium and sample, the equilibrium such as water equilibrium is obtained between the water vapor in the medium and that in the sample. Since the spring-loaded contact electrode is used, the loss of contact upon sample shrinking is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of measuring the conductivity of sample.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the device for measuring conductivity of sample.    Center piece (403)    Stainless steel rods (531)    Platinum rods (600)    Stainless steel spring (605)    Stainless steel ball bearing (607)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring operational parameter such dissolved solids of fuel cell system (100) over a time period. An amount of water is added to closed loop cooling circuit from total amount of water generated by fuel cell stack (110) during operation of fuel cell stack over the time period. The proportion of total amount of water is removed from closed loop cooling circuit through a pump (180C), such that the amount of water is automatically determined as function of operational parameter.    USE - Method of operating fuel cell system (claimed) for direct injection of cooling water into stack.    ADVANTAGE - The direct cooling of the stack is achieved effectively and the thermal hysteresis is reduced by removing additional water from water storage vessel through water removal line. Hence the cooling of heat exchanger is controlled due to overflow of water. The required flow rate of pump is maximized by switching the pump on and off according to duty cycle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (100)    Fuel cell stack (110)    Heat exchanger (120)    Cyclonic water separators (130a,130b)    Anode exit line (140)    Cathode exit line (150)    Water storage vessel (160)    Pump (180C)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a generator (2) for producing electrical energy, which is supplied to a battery of a vehicle. A fan (3) is driven by an airflow (4), and is arranged at a base of a supporter, where the fan transmits rotational energy to the generator in a switchable manner. The fan forms a fan-gear at an axis, and a fan-gear belt rotates the fan gear. A transmission gear belt rotates a tensioning roller and a coupling gear drives a generator-gear of the generator with a generator gear belt. The fan comprises rotatable fan blades (16).    USE - Generator system for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fan is driven by the airflow and transmits the rotational energy to the generator in a switchable manner, thus allowing the generator to generate electrical energy stored in the battery of the vehicle, and hence improving overall efficiency of the vehicle, and reducing carbon dioxide emissions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a generator system.    Generator system (1)    Generator (2)    Fan (3)    Air flow (4)    Fan blades (16)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has voltage transducer (12A) placed between main electrical storage apparatus (BA) and feed line (PL2). Another voltage transducer (12B) is provided between sub-electrical storage apparatuses (BB1,BB2) and feed line. Selective connection between voltage transducer (12B) and sub-electrical storage apparatuses is controlled. A control unit (250) prohibits start-up process of engine (4) in halt state, and stop process of engine in operating state, during control of selective connection between voltage transducer and sub-electrical storage apparatuses.    USE - Hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Deterioration in operability of vehicle can be prevented, as a control unit prohibits start-up process of the engine in halt state, and stop process of engine in operating state, during appropriate and smooth control of selective connection between the voltage transducer and sub-electrical storage apparatuses, while preventing excessive charging/discharging electric power requisition with respect to electric power system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hybrid vehicle (1)    Engine (4)    Voltage transducers (12A,12B)    Control unit (250)    Main electrical storage apparatus (BA)    Sub-electrical storage apparatuses (BB1,BB2)    Feed line (PL2)
NOVELTY - The system has switching determination unit that determines switching state of sub-electrical storage apparatus (BB1,BB2) so that the upper limit of input and output power is continuously decreased to zero. The connection between apparatus and voltage transducer (12B) is switched when upper limit of input and output power reaches zero, so that the upper limit is increased continuously to the value corresponding to the charging state of apparatus connected with transducer.    USE - Electric power system of electric vehicle. Can also be used in series-hybrid vehicle, parallel hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The connection switching process of storage apparatus can be performed appropriately. Excessive charging/discharging of storage apparatus can be prevented. Operation of engine can be prevented while switching the connection of apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of electric power system of electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the electric vehicle with electric power system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Wheel (2)    Engine (4)    Battery charging converter (6)    Transducer (12B)    Electrical storage apparatus (BB1,BB2)
NOVELTY - A power source system has main electric storage device (BA) and sub-electric storage devices (BB1,BB2). A converter (12B) is arranged to perform bidirectional voltage conversion between sub-electric storage device and electric power supply line (PL2). The electric power supplied to storage devices from load device (MG2) is controlled by control device (30). The electric connections between sub-electric storage devices and line are switched by switching unit. The electric charging control is restricted by switching control unit until switching control is completed.    USE - Electric vehicle such as fuel cell electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The switching control and electric charging control can be performed with respect to the sub-electric storage devices appropriately with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of the electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Converter (12B)    Control device (30)    Main electric storage device (BA)    Sub-electric storage devices (BB1,BB2)    Load device (MG2)    Electric power supply line (PL2)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has cooling medium connection flow path (103) that connects a cell block internal cooling medium flow paths (153A,153B) of the cell blocks (101,102). A cell (52) of cell block (102) is positioned downstream of connection flow path. A catalyst layer of cell is provided with catalyst material compositions having a higher density of the ion exchange group per unit volume, a higher carrier weight of the electrode catalyst, and a higher catalyst-carrying ratio than another catalyst layer.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature of the cooling medium can be increased so that electric power generation efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) operation method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cell of cell block (52)    Cell blocks (101,102)    Cooling medium connection flow path (103)    Electrical wiring (106)    Cell block internal cooling medium flow paths (153A,153B)
NOVELTY - A membrane electrode assembly (10) has a polymer electrolyte membrane (11), catalyst layers (13A,13C) mutually opposing on both sides of electrolyte membrane, and an anode-gas diffusion layer (14A) and a cathode-gas diffusion layer (14C) mutually opposing on both sides of electrolyte membrane and catalyst layers. The anode-gas diffusion layer comprises porous material containing electroconductive particles and polymeric resin, and has porosity of 60% or less. The cathode-gas diffusion layer has higher porosity than the anode-gas diffusion layer.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly is used in fuel cells (claimed) used as drive source in motor vehicles, distribution electric-power generation systems, and domestic cogeneration systems.    ADVANTAGE - The membrane electrode assembly provides fuel cells having excellent electric-power generating efficiency and low internal resistance. Since the porosity of cathode-gas diffusion layer is higher than that of anode-gas diffusion layer, the gas diffusion property is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell (1)    Membrane electrode assembly (10)    Polymer electrolyte membrane (11)    Catalyst layers (13A,13C)    Anode-gas diffusion layer (14A)    Cathode-gas diffusion layer (14C)
NOVELTY - The platform truck (1) has fuel cell (3) positioned in approximate center position through heat insulation partition or space between hydrogen cylinders (4a,4b) in storage space. A battery (5) positioned between fuel cells, stores electricity generated in fuel cell near hydrogen cylinder. A fuel cell operation controller stores electricity acquired by continuous operation of fuel cell in the battery. A drive controller controls drive motor (7) by electricity of battery through operation unit positioned before driver's seat.    USE - Platform truck e.g. turret truck with low loading platform.    ADVANTAGE - The size and cost of fuel cell are reduced by the use of hydrogen cylinder. The truck is driven safely, since the hydrogen cylinder is positioned in left-right symmetric position of vehicle chassis and the fuel cell is positioned in front mid position rather than accommodation position of hydrogen cylinder in storage space. The durability of battery is improved while ensuring high safety by interposing heat insulation partition or heat insulation space between hydrogen cylinder and battery. The danger of explosion of hydrogen cylinder is prevented by the provision of shielding surface.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of the platform truck.    Platform truck (1)    Fuel cell (3)    Hydrogen cylinders (4a,4b)    Battery (5)    Drive motor (7)
NOVELTY - A film roll which is obtained by winding a porous polyolefin film with a core is subjected to heating process at 50-100 degrees C for 1-100 hours, to obtain porous polyolefin film.    USE - Manufacture of porous polyolefin film used for separator of electrical storage devices (claimed) like video camera, personal computer, mobile telephone, portable music player and handheld game machine. Uses include but are not limited to separation filters, diaper, water-proof moisture permeable material, ink receiving material, and separator for lithium ion battery and electrical double layer capacitor for electric vehicle (EV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and fuel cell electric vehicle (FCV).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides porous polyolefin film which provides excellent thermal dimensional stability and improved battery characteristics to the separator.
NOVELTY - The muffler (1) has small holes (40) that are formed in the pipes (21-24) of muffler shell (2) at preset area ratio. The muffler is divided into several chambers by the baffle plates (5,6). The threshold frequency is determined as upper limit of frequency of pulsation sound of exhaust gas according to the preset area ratio of the holes such that the value equal to or higher than the upper limit of the frequency of the pulsation sound of exhaust gas is reduced by the muffler.    USE - Muffler for engine.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure loss in the open end of the pipe is reduced and the noise in the engine is reduced without changing acoustic characteristics of the muffler. The condensed water in the muffler is discharged through the hole such that deterioration of sound absorbing material due to condensed water is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the muffler. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Muffler (1)    Muffler shell (2)    Baffle plates (5,6)    Small holes (21-24)    Hole (40)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has a motive power recovering part collecting motive power from a turbine (4) e.g. impulse-type turbine, having an electromagnetic clutch (50). A crankshaft (11) with a belt (6) is provided in a stretched state, and a pulley (5) is connected with a shaft (4a) of the turbine. Another pulley (12) is provided in the crankshaft, and an electronic controlled unit (ECU) (15) adjusts a load concerning the shaft of the turbine. An over-rotation suppression part suppresses over-rotation of the turbine at the time of over-rotation judgment of the turbine.    USE - Exhaust-heat recovery apparatus for an internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus suppresses rotation of the turbine exceeding an intensity limit and prevents damage to the turbine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an exhaust-heat recovery apparatus. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Exhaust-heat recovery apparatus (1)    Turbine (4)    Shaft (4a)    Pulleys (5, 12)    Belt (6)    Crankshaft (11)    Electronic controlled unit (15)    Electromagnetic clutch (50)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (10) has temperature measurement units (15,16,17) for measuring maximum, minimum temperature and ambient temperature in inner space of nuclear reactor. A calculating unit (13a) calculates time constant of temperature change from the measured temperature values. A determination unit (13b) compares the measured time constant with predetermined value, and determines whether time constant is smaller than the predetermined value. A warning unit (14) outputs warning signal based on the determination result.    USE - Apparatus for monitoring temperature of interior space in nuclear reactor. Can also be used in thermal power furnace such as thermal power generation furnace, blast furnace, gas turbine etc and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - As the convergence/divergence tendency of temperature in reactor can be managed according to measured time constant of temperature change, the thermal runaway can be prevented reliably without barring the operation of the reactor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for temperature monitoring method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the apparatus for monitoring temperature of interior space in nuclear reactor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Apparatus for monitoring temperature of interior space in nuclear reactor (10)    Calculating unit (13a)    Determination unit (13b)    Warning unit (14)    Temperature measurement units (15,16,17)
NOVELTY - A stacking stage (10) maintains front end of tape-shaped separator at position where sheet-like positive and negative electrodes (P,N) and separator are successively stacked. The suction units (58P,58N) suck corresponding electrode so that conveyance is possible. The holding and conveying units carry out suction maintenance and conveyance of positive and negative electrodes from accommodation units to stacking stage. The suction units have an elastic umbrella-shaped periphery suction portion contacting front-end of suction units while sealing internal suction board.    USE - Laminating apparatus of continuous separator arranged between sheet-like electrodes of lithium ion secondary battery used in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).    ADVANTAGE - The smooth bending of separator and laminated structure is achieved by protecting edge of electrodes during bending of separator. The quality of laminated structure is stabilized without producing plastic deformation of suction traces.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structural view of laminating apparatus.    Stacking stage (10)    Suction units (58P,58N)    Supply unit (61)    Negative electrode (N)    Positive electrode (P)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas supply system discharges excessive gas in the anode side in battery cell (12), while supplying hydrogen gas to the anode gas diffusion flow path portion (30) from the upper end side of anode gas diffusion flow path portion. A gas containing oxygen supply system (70) discharges the excessive gas in the cathode side in the battery cell from upper end side of cathode gas diffusion flow path portion (40), while supplying gas containing oxygen to the cathode gas diffusion flow path portion from lower end side of cathode gas diffusion flow path portion.    USE - Fuel cell for use in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water vapor is saturated in the anode gas diffusion flow path portion and water droplets are generated. The water droplets are guided towards the downward side of the anode gas diffusion flow path portion and stored in the water storage unit. The stored water is passed through the membrane electrode assembly to the cathode side according to the water vapor concentration. Hence humidification of air can be carried out and electrolytic membrane can be made wet with the humidified air.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery cell (12)    Membrane electrode assembly (20)    Anode gas diffusion flow path portion (30)    Cathode gas diffusion flow path portion (40)    Separator (50)    Gas containing oxygen supply system (70)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery has positive electrode, negative electrode, nonaqueous electrolyte and separator. The positive electrode contains positive electrode active material coated with solid electrolyte containing copolymer and lithium salt as main components. The copolymer has structure obtained by coupling organic polymer block with metal oxide polymer block through oxygen.    USE - Lithium secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to electronic device, notebook personal computer, telephone, printer, liquid crystal television, calculator, integrated circuit recorder, radio, motor vehicle, electric vehicle, toy, load conditioner, timepiece, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has favorable capacity retention and rate characteristics.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has separator arranged on the outer side of electrolytic membrane. The number of fiber edge portion protruded from the gas diffusion layer surface is 5000 pieces/cm2 or less. A cathode gas diffusion layer is formed in the surface of the electrolytic membrane. An anode gas diffusion layer is formed in other surface of the electrolytic membrane. The gas diffusion layer is included with porous base material such as cloth material, nonwoven fabric, paper material, carbon fiber or metal fiber.    USE - Fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell for vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in alkaline fuel cell, direct methanol type fuel cell, micro fuel cell, etc., for fixed objects, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Contact area of gas diffusion layer and element can be increased, and electrical contact resistance is reduced. Electric power generation effect is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of fuel cell.
NOVELTY - A mixed solution (2) of electroconductive material of fibrous form or elongate shape and water-repellent material is coated to a surface of base material containing porous material (1), and solvent of mixed solution is removed by drying the coated base material, to obtain gas-diffusion layer (3) with 2 layer structure having base material and microporous layer. The electroconductive material and water-repellent material are microporous-layer component material. The transpiration removal ratio of solvent of mixed solution in base-material side is more than microporous-layer side.    USE - Manufacture of gas-diffusion layer used for membrane electrode assembly of fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method easily provides gas-diffusion layer without reducing the porosity of base material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A mixed solution (2) of electroconductive material of fibrous form or elongate shape and water-repellent material is coated to a surface of base material containing porous material (1), and solvent of mixed solution is removed by drying the coated base material, to obtain gas-diffusion layer (3) with 2 layer structure having base material and microporous layer. The electroconductive material and water-repellent material are microporous-layer component material. The base material does not undergo water-repellent process. The transpiration removal ratio of solvent of mixed solution in the base-material side is more compared to microporous-layer side.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows explanation view of manufacturing method of gas diffusion layer.    Base material containing porous material (1)    Mixed solution (2)    Gas-diffusion layer (3)
NOVELTY - The assembly (1) has fuel electrode (5) having catalyst layer (8) and gas diffusion layer (9) whose water permeation time is 2.5-3.3 second/cm2, and air electrode (6) having catalyst layer (11) and gas diffusion layer (12) whose water permeation time is 0.5-1.3 second/cm2. Water vapor permeation suppression layer (17) is formed on outer side of fuel electrode gas diffusion layer. Water repellent porous layer (10) having gas permeance resistivity of 0.7-1.5 Gurley second, is formed on outer side of air electrode gas diffusion layer.    USE - Membrane electrode assembly (MEA) for fuel cell (claimed) of liquid fuel direct supply type, e.g. direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) for vehicle. Can also be used for active type fuel cell and semi passive type fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Output performances of MEA and fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an internal transillumination sectional view of the fuel cell comprised with the MEA.    Membrane electrode assembly (1)    Fuel electrode (5)    Air electrode (6)    Catalyst layer fuel electrode (8)    Gas diffusion layer fuel electrode (9)    Water repellent porous layer (10)    Catalyst layer air electrode (11)    Gas diffusion layer air electrode (12)    Water vapor permeation suppression layer (17)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has anode side supply manifold (Man1) through which fuel gas is supplied along the gas flow path layer (7'a), and discharged to external side through the exhaust manifold (Man2). The catalyst support rate of catalyst layer (3) of anode side is high towards the edge portion at the side of exhaust manifold, compared to the supply manifold.    USE - Fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, and domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - Fuel cell having excellent electric power generation property can be provided. Non-humidification operation control is enabled.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view of the fuel cell.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Catalyst layer (3)    Gas flow path layer (7'a)    Anode side supply manifold (Man1)    Exhaust manifold (Man2)
NOVELTY - Electrolytic membrane containing high molecular polymer having sulfonic acid group at side chain terminal is treated with alkali and cation exchange of electrolytic membrane is carried out. Sulfonic acid group is converted into sulfone alkali group. The treated membrane is immersed in alcohol solution of metal alkoxide and alcohol solution is swollen. The membrane is then dried and acid-treated. Metal oxide containing metal ion is added to membrane and acid-treated membrane is dehydrated.    USE - Manufacture of electrolytic membrane used for membrane electrode assembly and fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte fuel cell and direct methanol-type fuel cell (all claimed) used as power supply for portable electric machine, motor vehicles, domestic electrical appliances. Can also be used as ion exchange membrane for manufacturing pure water and brine electrolysis.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolytic membrane is efficiently manufactured using metal alkoxide having high reactivity and uniform impregnation property.
NOVELTY - A separator has a heat-resistant nanofiber layer and a low-melting point nanofiber layer, sequentially formed on a base material layer. The heat-resistant nanofiber layer contains heat-resistant polymer chosen from heat non-melting property polymer and polymer having melting point of 200 degrees C or more. The low-melting point nanofiber layer contains low-melting point polymer having melting point of 100-200 degrees C.    USE - Separator is used for lithium cell (claimed) used as power supply for mobile telephone, personal computer and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The separator has excellent heat resistance and low initial stage resistance, and is efficiently manufactured. The separator provides lithium cell having improved shutdown performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of separator.
NOVELTY - An epitaxial thin film contains platinum or platinum alloy, and has thickness of 0.2-200 nm. The epitaxial thin film has step surface and flat surface.    USE - Epitaxial thin film is used for electrode catalyst used for fuel cell (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to polymer electrolyte fuel cell, solid oxide fuel cell, molten carbonate type fuel cell and phosphoric acid fuel cell used as power supply for motor vehicles, domestic electrical appliances and electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The epitaxial thin film provides electrode catalyst with high catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode catalyst, which has epitaxial thin film on surface of microparticles or porous material; and    (2) manufacture of epitaxial thin film, which involves forming film by sputtering, chemical vacuum deposition, atomic layer deposition and/or laser process, and controlling growth rate of film to 0.001-10 nm/second.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    Membrane electrode assembly (200)    Solid polymer electrolyte membrane (210)    Anode side catalyst layer (220a)    Cathode side catalyst layer (220b)    Solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell (260)
NOVELTY - An electrode material has half value width of peak of 1580 cm-1 of 68-75 measured by Raman spectrum, surface functional group concentration of 0.3-0.6 mmol/g and mean pore diameter of 1.73 nm or more.    USE - Electrode material is used for electrode for electrical double layer capacitor (both claimed) of coin type, laminated type and cylindrical type, used in electronic control system for hybrid vehicle, copier and power supply for industrial applications. Can also be used for electrical storage device, electrochemical element etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electrical double layer capacitor formed using electrode material has excellent lifetime characteristics, output characteristics and high capacitance as the electrode material prevents the gas evolutions.
NOVELTY - The electrodes made of carbon material, are arranged on respective sides of separator and are accommodated between electrically-conductive rubber made collectors in unit cell. Several unit cells are laminated to form laminated structure. Electrode plates arranged on the upper and lower sides of laminated structure, are sealed by armoring resin case (6). Two lead terminals (7a) provided at the side of resin case, are connected to electrode plates. Metal strip (10) surrounding upper portion of resin case, is connected to mounting terminal (11).    USE - Electric double layer capacitor for non-portable video tape recorder, timepiece, car stereo and car navigation apparatus mounted in electric vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The electric double layer capacitor can be mounted to the printed circuit board easily and reliably, without any mounting malfunction.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show perspective and top views of the electric double layer capacitor.    Armoring resin case (6)    Lead terminals (7a)    Metal strip (10)    Mounting terminal (11)
NOVELTY - The tract (1) has a collector (3) e.g. cylindrical hollow body, for collecting liquid water (4) separated from exhaust gas, where the water is separated in a region of evacuation of the water from the collector via a pipe portion (2). The collector is connected with the pipe portion in the region of the evacuation of the water by a connecting pipe (16) e.g. riser pipe. The water is conveyed from the collector via the connecting pipe depending on pressure (p1, p2) in the pipe portion and the collector, where the pressure is dependent on an operating condition of a fuel cell system.    USE - Exhaust tract for a fuel cell system (claimed) i.e. proton exchange membrane (PEM)-fuel cell system, in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The water is conveyed from the collector via the connecting pipe depending on the pressure in the pipe portion and the collector, where the pressure is dependent on the operating condition of the fuel cell system, thus preventing flood-like removal of liquid water in large quantities in a simple and high-functional manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for delivering liquid water collected in an exhaust tract of a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of an exhaust tract in an operating phase.    Pressure (p1, p2)    Exhaust tract (1)    Pipe portion (2)    Collector (3)    Liquid water (4)    Connecting pipe (16)
NOVELTY - The electrode (10) has a frame in which a lattice (16) is arranged, where the electrode is formed in the shape of plate. A contact pin (14) is provided at the frame for connection of electrode with a battery pole. The frame and/or the contact pin exhibits greater thickness within certain areas than the lattice arranged in the areas. The frame has four frame sections (12, 13, 15, 17), where two of the frame sections run parallel to each other in pairs and form facing limitations of the lattice. The thickness of the contact pin is greater than the thickness of the lattice.    USE - Electrode for an accumulator i.e. lead acid accumulator, that is utilized as a starter battery in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The frame and/or the contact pin exhibits greater thickness within certain areas than the lattice arranged in the areas, so that the mechanical characteristics and electrical characteristics are improved, thus increasing electrical efficiency of the accumulator and improving durability of the electrode during operation of accumulator, and hence reducing production time for accumulator, manufacturing costs and wastes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a machine for producing an electrode, comprising driving units    (2) a method for producing an electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of an electrode.    Electrode (10)    Frame sections (12, 13, 15, 17)    Contact pin (14)    Lattice (16)
NOVELTY - The engine has a cooling circuit for cooling an oil cooler (1). A thermoelectric converter (2) e.g. thermo generator and Peltier element, is arranged in a region e.g. oil pan, of an oil circuit for cooling and/or heating oil (6) i.e. lubricating oil, or for producing electrical energy. The thermoelectric converter is arranged in region of the cooling circuit for cooling and/or heating a cooling unit or for producing electrical energy. The thermoelectric converter stays in contact with ambient air (8) by cooling fins (7) for exchanging heat from the engine.    USE - Internal combustion engine for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric converter enables utilization of the heat energy outputted from the engine to obtain the electrical energy, thus increasing operating efficiency of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a thermoelectric converter in a region of an oil cooler.    Oil cooler (1)    Thermoelectric converter (2)    Oil (6)    Cooling fins (7)    Ambient air (8)
NOVELTY - The device has a heater provided in a region of a sensor (15) or a recess (16) of the sensor. The heater is formed by a heat-conducting contact between the region of the sensor or the recess of the sensor and a partial section (17) of a coolant pipeline. The partial section of the coolant pipeline is arranged in a flow direction of a coolant i.e. cooling water, towards a fuel stack (3) and in front of a cooling heat exchanger (14). The heat-conducting contact is formed by a selective contact of the partial section of the coolant pipeline with the sensor or the recess of the sensor.    USE - Device for accommodation of a sensor e.g. pressure sensor and hydrogen concentration sensor, in fuel conducting pipeline elements in a fuel cell system i.e. proton exchange membrane fuel cell system, in a transportation unit i.e. motor vehicle (all claimed). Can also be used for aircraft, ship and train.    ADVANTAGE - The sensor is operated in a secure manner with minimum expenditure regarding control and without additional application of electrical energy. The accommodation device is constructed in a simple and efficient manner. The design of the device reduces the components of the fuel cell system, thus strongly simplifying the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a vehicle with a device for accommodation of a sensor.    Fuel cell system (2)    Fuel stack (3)    Cooling heat exchanger (14)    Sensor (15)    Recess (16)    Partial section (17)
NOVELTY - The battery (110) has battery cells (114-119) that are arranged from each other in a spaced manner in a battery housing (111). Heat-conductive fluid (120) i.e. silicone oil, is provided in the battery housing, where the heat-conductive fluid surrounds the battery cells. The heat-conductive fluid moves in an uncontrolled manner by moving the battery in the battery housing. The fluid dissipates the heat produced by the battery cells during operation of battery to the battery housing, where the fluid is electrically isolatable.    USE - Battery for supplying current to an electric machine tool (claimed). Can also be used in a mobile energy storage in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat-conductive fluid moves in an uncontrolled manner by moving the battery in the battery housing, so that the heat dissipated from the battery cells during operation of battery in an efficient and economical manner, thus enabling homogenization of temperature distribution in the battery housing in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of an electric tool machine with a battery.    Battery (110)    Battery housing (111)    Battery cells (114-119)    Heat-conductive fluid (120)    Air chamber (130)
NOVELTY - A cathode catalyst comprises a catalytic material and an ionomer ( greater than or equal to 15 wt.%). The equivalent weight of the ionomer is less than 1200.    USE - Cathode catalyst for fuel cell or catalyst coated-membrane (claimed). The fuel cell is used in an automotive sized fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The cathode catalyst can provide solid polymer electrolyte fuel cells having improved performance by varying the ionomer characteristics in the component electrodes.
NOVELTY - A hydrogen gas sensor (1) has a fine tube (10) formed on surface of insulated substrate (3). The fine tube contains titanium oxide as main component, and has micropore having internal diameter of 500 nm or less and outer diameter of 1000 nm or less. The major axis direction of micropore and fine tube orientates to normal line direction of substrate.    USE - Hydrogen gas sensor is used for detecting hydrogen gas leaked from domestic fuel cell and fuel cell for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas sensor enables detection of hydrogen gas of low concentration with high sensitivity, and has improved durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen gas sensor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional block diagram of hydrogen gas sensor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Sensor (1)    Unalloyed titanium thin film or titanium alloy thin film (2)    Insulated substrate (3)    Electrically conductive paste (4)    Resistance meter (5)    Fine tube (10)
NOVELTY - A sealed reference oscillator (102) and an open oscillator (101) have corresponding frequency outputs (110,111). The determination of whether the gas is sensed by open oscillator is performed, by producing a frequency difference signal that is the difference between the frequency outputs of oscillators. The variable of environment containing a gas to-be sensed is measured by environmental sensors. The concentration of sensed gas is determined as a function of the environmental sensor outputs and the frequency difference signal.    USE - Gas sensor used as leak detector installed near fuel cell reactor, passenger seats or exhaust system of fuel cell powered car, used in portable handheld lower explosive limit (LEL) detector. Can also be used in water electrolyzer, hydrogen storage system, industrial equipment, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The accurate signal for gas concentration is calculated by using the algorithm determined by the circuitry in the controller that uses the frequency difference, pressure, temperature, and gas humidity as variables.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the apparatus for measuring the frequency difference between the oscillators.    Open oscillator (101)    Reference oscillator (102)    D flip-flop trigger (105)    Flip-flop output (106)    Frequency outputs (110,111)
NOVELTY - The voltage detection units (41) detect voltages of respective cell groups in a fuel cell stack (10). A determination unit (52) determines whether the cell group voltage of a determination-target cell group which is selected among several cell groups, is equal to or lower than a threshold voltage. The threshold voltage is obtained based on an average value and a standard deviation of the cell group voltages of the cell groups in a population which is formed of two of the cell groups among several cell groups.    USE - Fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - Malfunction occurring in determination target cell group is detected easily, by determining whether the cell group voltage of the determination-target cell group is equal to or lower than the threshold voltage. Since the cell group voltage of each cell group is detected instead of detecting the cell voltages of each cell, the number of voltage detection units is reduced. Hence the cost is reduced. The malfunction occurred in the cell group is excluded from the population to improve the reliability of the population. Hence the accuracy of determination on the determination-target cell group is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of detecting state of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the fuel cell system.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Voltage detection unit (41)    Processing unit (50)    Control unit (51)    Determination unit (52)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has fuel cell stack (10) that receives hydrogen and oxygen, and generates electric power. A lead wire selection unit (20) selects fuel cell (11) from several fuel cells in the stack. A control unit (80) judges whether the selected fuel cell is frozen. An alternating current supply unit (30) supplies alternating current to the fuel cell, so as to heat the fuel cell when the selected fuel cell is frozen.    USE - Fuel cell system used as driving power supply of fuel cell electric vehicle (both claimed) e.g. car (from drawing).    ADVANTAGE - The frozen fuel cell can be identified from several fuel cells. The frozen fuel cell can be heated selectively and the fuel cell stack can be heated more efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell electric vehicle; and    (2) operating method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (10)    Fuel cell (11)    Lead wire selection unit (20)    Alternating current supply unit (30)    Control unit (80)    Fuel cell system (100)
NOVELTY - The power inverter circuit (100) has a three-phase switching circuit comprising a switch element (Q0) that is connected in parallel with a diode (D0), and inductors (L1,L2) and capacitors (C1,C2). The electric current is supplied to the switch element through the reverse direction of the inductors so as to turn ON the switch element for charging the secondary battery (Vo). The secondary battery is not charged, when the switch element is turned OFF.    USE - Power inverter circuit for use in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of electric current ripple can be prevented effectively. The switching control can be made unnecessary during the discharging condition of the secondary battery. The reliability of the inverter circuit can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the power inverter circuit.    Power inverter circuit (100)    Capacitors (C1,C2)    Diode (D0)    Inductors (L1,L2)    Switch element (Q0)    Secondary battery (Vo)
NOVELTY - The electric element system (20) has a heat pipe (40) in which a nonflammable gas is sealed as a refrigerant, that comprises heat absorbing element is arranged in contact with an electric element (30) for supplying electricity. The heat absorbing element effectively absorbs heat generated by the electric element. A heat radiation element radiates the heat to the outside.    USE - Electric element system e.g. for lithium secondary battery installed on heavy equipment such as electric vehicle e.g. forklift truck, shovel car, truck crane, turley (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The heat generated by the electric element can be effectively transferred to the outside. The electric element system is installed on heavy equipment requiring a counterweight and functions as the counterweight of the heavy equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the forklift truck installed with electric element system.    Forklift truck (1)    Wheels (3,4)    Electric element system (20)    Electric element (30)    Heat pipe (40)    Fan (70)
NOVELTY - The metal air cell (10) has an electrolyte layer (2) that is stacked between a positive electrode (1) and a lithium-made negative electrode (3). The positive electrode material layers (1a) and the electroconductive porous structures (1b) are stacked alternately on the positive electrode such that the lamination direction of positive electrode, electrolyte layer and negative electrode intersects the arrangement sequence direction of positive electrode material layers along the orthogonal direction.    USE - Metal air cell such as zinc-based air cell, aluminum-type air cell and hydrogen air cell used as power supply source in vehicle such as motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid type motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The increase in contact area of the positive electrode and the electrolyte layer is suppressed so that the increase of internal resistance of the metal air cell is prevented. Thus, the charging and discharging capacity of the metal air cell can be improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of metal air cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an internal structural view of metal air cell.    Positive electrode (1)    Positive electrode material layers (1a)    Electroconductive porous structures (1b)    Electrolyte layer (2)    Electrode (3)    Metal air cell (10)
NOVELTY - The vehicle (100) has generation unit that generates torque instruction value based on the state of vehicle and charging state of electrical storage apparatus (16). The input and output power of apparatus is detected based on operation state of rotary electric machine. The time constant of filter process is varied by the setting unit when detected value exceeds the upper limit value.    USE - Electric vehicle. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Overcharging of electrical storage apparatus can be suppressed when drive state of vehicle is changed suddenly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the electric vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Current sensor (11)    Voltage sensor (12)    Electrical storage apparatus (16)    Converter (17)    Electric vehicle (100)
NOVELTY - The device (10) is equipped with a battery circuit (10a) to which a fuel cell stack (11) and battery (12) are connected in series. The ends of battery circuit are connected to the electric potential lines (L1,L3). The connection point of fuel cell stack and battery are connected to an electric potential line (L2). The primary side of a direct current-direct current (DC-DC) converter (13) equipped with several choke coils is connected to the electric potential lines (L2,L3), while connecting secondary side of converter to the electric potential lines (L1,L3).    USE - Power supply device for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Several operation modes can be switched easily by using single DC-DC converter, while suppressing fall of inductance, noise and reducing electric current ripple and switching loss. The size and weight of converter are reduced and operational efficiency can be improved without increasing cost of power supply device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric power system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the electric power system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power supply device (10)    Battery (10a)    Fuel cell stack (11)    Battery (12)    DC-DC converter (13)    Electric potential lines (L1-L3)
NOVELTY - An initiative force unit (14) has propulsion motor (28) powered by battery (12), to drive main drive wheel (30). An auxiliary power unit (18) assists drive of auxiliary drive wheel. The auxiliary power unit has energy stockpiling mechanism (34) that includes spiral spring (32) to generate elastic force when motive power is provided to stockpiling mechanism. The auxiliary power unit stores elastic force, and drives auxiliary drive wheel under motive power by using stored elastic force.    USE - Electric vehicle e.g. automated guided vehicle for conveying engine components and gear box in automobile factory.    ADVANTAGE - Since auxiliary power unit drives auxiliary drive wheel of the vehicle using stored elastic force of spring, vehicle can be driven with reduced power consumption and without increasing the vehicle size.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the conveyance system of vehicle.    Battery (12)    Initiative force unit (14)    Auxiliary power unit (18)    Propulsion motor (28)    Main drive wheel (30)    Spiral spring (32)    Energy stockpiling mechanism (34)
NOVELTY - The structure has a guide mechanism (10) comprising a through-hole (3c), that is fixed with respect to a vehicle casing. A slider is guided along the through-hole by the guide mechanism, so that a battery unit (3) is moved upwards from attachment position (Po) to the vehicle casing according to the inertia acted on the battery unit at the time of collision of vehicle.    USE - Structure for mounting battery unit in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery unit can be mounted in the vehicle casing effectively, and the protection property of the battery unit and vehicle casing can be improved reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the side views of the battery unit mounting structure.    Battery unit (3)    Through-hole (3c)    Energy absorber (5)    Guide mechanism (10)    Attachment position (Po)
NOVELTY - The turbine mechanism (1) has fins (24) for heat exchange provided around the exhaust pipe (11) of an engine (10) and surrounded by a housing (20). A compressor (22) and a turbine (23) are provided in the entrance opening (20a) and exit opening (20b) of the housing, respectively, and integrated together by a connecting shaft (21) coupled with a motor generator (28). The openings face the fins and are connected by an airflow path (30). The airflow path recirculates air discharged from the exit opening to the entrance opening.    USE - Turbine mechanism for waste heat recovery of internal combustion engine e.g. for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The fins for heat exchange around the engine exhaust pipe facilitate recovery of heat of engine exhaust. Foreign material infiltration and clogging into housing is prevented, stabilizing operation and prolonging lifetime of turbine mechanism. Thermally expanded air is discharged in the airflow path from the exit opening of the housing, reducing noise by discharge sound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of a turbine mechanism for waste heat recovery. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Turbine mechanism (1)    Engine (10)    Exhaust pipe (11)    Housing (20)    Entrance opening (20a)    Exit opening (20b)    Connecting shaft (21)    Compressor (22)    Turbine (23)    Fins (24)    Motor generator (28)    Airflow path (30)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell has several single cells that are stacked. The membrane electrode assembly of single cell has electrolytic membrane, anode and cathode catalyst layers. A residual water reduction unit (911) implements residual water reduction process decreasing amount of residual water remaining inside fuel cell during shutdown of fuel cell. A resistance detection unit (914) detects electrical resistance value of catalyst layers. A prohibition unit (916) prohibits implementation of water reduction process when detected resistance value exceeds reference threshold-value.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the prohibition unit prohibits implementation of residual water reduction process when detected resistance value of anode and cathode catalyst layers exceeds reference threshold-value, the peeling of catalyst layers is prevented. The electric power generation efficiency of fuel cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    CPU (910)    Residual water reduction unit (911)    Resistance detection unit (914)    Prohibition unit (916)    Memory unit (920)
NOVELTY - The lithium secondary battery has a porous protective layer (46) that is formed on surface of negative electrode active material layer (44). The porous protective layer is formed by stacking separator material of polyethylene sheet having thickness of 20mm air permeability of 100ml divide by 400 seconds. The separators are formed between positive electrode active material layer and porous protective layer.    USE - Lithium secondary battery mounted in vehicle such as motor vehicle. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The increase in internal resistance of the battery due to peeling of negative electrode active material layer can be suppressed by forming porous protective layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph showing internal resistance of battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves producing an electrode by forming an active material layer on a collector. The physical property values e.g. glossiness value or electro-conductivity value of active material layer are measured, based on which determination of whether quality electrodes are produced is performed, and then a battery is assembled with the quality electrode.    USE - Method for manufacturing lithium ion battery used as power supply for vehicle, personal computer (PC), and other portable terminals. Can also be used in nickel-hydrogen battery, nickel-cadmium battery, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Performance of battery can be easily estimated using simple procedures, before performing assembling process, using the electrode provided in the battery, as the physical property values of active material layer provided on the collector of electrode are measured, based on which determination of whether quality electrodes are produced is performed, and then a battery is assembled with the quality electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart illustrating the method used for manufacturing lithium ion battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A cylindrical table (4b) has adsorption unit (4c) that adsorbs the battery (1) in the groove (4bc1) formed in the outer periphery surface. A rotation conveyance unit (4) conveys the battery which is adsorbed in each groove of cylindrical table at the test position along the circular track.    USE - Battery inspection apparatus for testing lithium ion battery, nickel-hydrogen battery mounted in mobile device such as mobile phone, electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Clear X-ray transmission image of the battery can be obtained. Inspection speed can be improved while taking out the battery of inferior goods smoothly in a short time, by eliminating the repeated rotation of table.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the battery inspection apparatus and block diagram of the inspection apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (1)    Rotation conveyance unit (4)    Cylindrical table (4b)    Groove (4bc1)    Adsorption unit (4c)
NOVELTY - The method involves filling a lead powder in a clad tube. The powder having lead monoxide and powder of minium are mixed. A fan type grinder is provided for grinding the mixed powder so that the lead powder is manufactured.    USE - Manufacturing method for clad type positive electrode plate for lead storage battery used in vehicle such as forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - Since the fan type grinder is provided for grinding the mixed powder for manufacturing the lead powder, the positive electrode can be manufactured easily with low temperature and high discharge characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating manufacturing process for clad type positive electrode plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - An active-material layer (21) is laminated on an electrode foil (22) consisting of a metal. A paste (25P) obtained by mixing insulating particles and binder with a dispersion medium (SM) is applied on the active-material layer, heating the undried active-material layer or after drying. The dispersion medium is then evaporated immediately after application, to form a protective layer (25) and obtain an electrode plate.    USE - Manufacture of electrode plate for batteries used as driving power supply. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, notebook computers, video camcorders, and hybrid electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of electrode plates with suppressed penetration of insulating particles and binder into the active-material layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the protective-layer formation process.    Active-material layer (21)    Electrode foil (22)    Protective layer (25)    Paste (25P)    Dispersion medium (SM)
NOVELTY - The system has a main line (15) to supply the hydrogen fuel from hydrogen storage cylinder (12) to a fuel cell (14). A main-line pressure gauge (15b) measures the pressure in main line. A control unit (17) controls a sub-pipeline valve (16a) to open and close the sub-pipeline (16) branched from the junction (15a) of main line based on the measured pressure in main line.    USE - Fuel cell system for electrically-driven vehicle (claimed) such as electrically-driven cart and electric wheelchair.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen fuel supplied from hydrogen storage cylinder can be stored efficiently in buffer tank. The possibility for discharge of hydrogen fuel to atmosphere can be avoided and the hydrogen fuel can be utilized effectively. The size of electrically-driven vehicle can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hydrogen storage cylinder (12)    Fuel cell (14)    Main line (15)    Junction (15a)    Main-line pressure gauge (15b)    Sub-pipeline (16)    Sub-pipeline valve (16a)    Control unit (17)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery has positive and negative electrodes (1,2) including active material layers (5,7) that are formed at surfaces of collector sheets (4,6). The active material layers are stacked through a separator (3) which holds electrolyte. The current collection tabs (8,9) of negative and positive electrodes are mutually extended in opposite direction from collector sheets. The thickness of active material layers are same as that the thickness of current collection tabs.    USE - Secondary battery installed in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The active material layers of same thickness as that of current collection tabs, are stacked at surfaces of collector sheet through separator. Hence the passage of heavy current can be performed effectively and the deterioration of active material layers and electrolyte can be suppressed reliably. The uniform thickness at the entire surface of the secondary battery is ensured. The reliable contact of positive and negative electrodes with respect to separator can be ensured. The passage of ion from separator side to the active material layers can be simplified, so that the reaction interface of ion and active material layers is increased. The electric charge movement is increased and resistance value is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the secondary battery.    Positive electrode (1)    Negative electrode (2)    Separator (3)    Collector sheet for positive electrode (4)    Positive electrode active material layer (5)    Collector sheet for negative electrode (6)    Negative electrode active material layer (7)    Current collection tabs (8,9)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming negative electrode active material liquid film (111) and negative electrode active material liquid film pattern (111k) on negative electrode collector sheet (110). Another negative electrode active material liquid film (114) is formed and then solidification process is performed with respect to both liquid films. A detection process is performed to detect the position of film pattern so as to calculate the position of liquid film (114), and then material is coated over the liquid film (114).    USE - Method of manufacturing battery for portable information terminal and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery manufacturing process can be carried out easily and effectively, the negative electrode collector sheet can be cut out with high dimensional accuracy with respect to the negative electrode active material liquid film pattern, and the position of the angular portion can be calculated reliably with high precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory views illustrating the battery manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Stage (15)    Droplet discharge head (25)    Negative electrode collector sheet (110)    Negative electrode active material liquid films (111,114)    Negative electrode active material liquid film pattern (111k)
NOVELTY - The system has a power supply device (10) that is provided with transmission lines (L1-L3) of different potentials. A fuel cell stack (11) is connected in series with a battery (12) forming a battery circuit (10a) with respect to a direct current (DC)/DC converter (13). An output current sensor detects output electric current of stack and determines whether the output current corresponds to target value. A control unit performs feedback control by switching duty cycle of converter during regeneration driving of electric motor.    USE - Electric power system of fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the fuel cell stack is connected in series with the battery forming battery circuit with respect to the converter whose duty cycle is switched during regeneration driving of motor, regenerated electric power for driving the fuel cell vehicle can be utilized effectively. Hence efficiency of the electric power system can be improved and size of the power system can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit block diagram of power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power supply device (10)    Battery circuit (10a)    Fuel cell stack (11)    Battery (12)    DC/DC converter (13)    Transmission lines (L1-L3)
NOVELTY - The air cell (10) has electrolyte solution (13) interposed between an air electrode layer (11) and a negative electrode layer (12). A pressurizing spring (15) increases contact pressure of the electrolyte solution and the air electrode layer. The pressurizing spring pushes the air electrode on the negative electrode layer side or negative electrode layer on the air electrode side.    USE - Air cell for portable device, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The gas accumulated between the electrolyte solution and the air electrode layer is discharged effectively by increasing the contact pressure of the electrolyte solution and the air electrode layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the air cell.    Air cell (10)    Air electrode layer (11)    Negative electrode layer (12)    Electrolyte solution (13)    Gas (14)    Pressurizing spring (15)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a hydrogen tank (5) that supplies hydrogen gas to fuel cell (1). The anode pole (1A) of the fuel cell is connected to hydrogen tank through fuel supply path (6). A main valve (55) is opened by a cut-off valve (7) arranged in vicinity of the hydrogen tank. A through-hole (63) is opened by a pilot valve (56), when main valve is damaged, so that hydrogen gas is supplied to fuel cell through the through-hole.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen gas can be supplied reliably to the fuel cell by opening the through-hole, when the main valve is damaged, damage of the fuel cell due to lack of fuel can be prevented, operation of the pilot valve can be determined reliably based on pressure of the anode pole without the usage of special sensor.    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 (1)    Anode pole (1A)    Hydrogen tank (5)    Fuel supply path (6)    Cut-off valve (7)    Main valve (55)    Pilot valve (56)    Through-hole (63)
NOVELTY - A voltage detection unit detects sum total cell voltage of specific cell group when supply of cathode gas is stopped. A judgment unit judges whether cross leak is generated based on minimum voltage. Another voltage detection unit periodically detects sum total cell voltage of subsequent specific cell group when generation of cross leak is judged. Another judgment unit makes additional judgment using the detected voltage. An output unit outputs abnormal signal based on determined result when the detected voltage is higher than the voltage detected last time.    USE - Fuel cell system of fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cross leakage can be detected more correctly even if structure detects the sum total cell voltage for every cell. The reliability of the detection result can be improved. Since the need to detect cross leak futilely is eliminated, the power consumption for cross leak detection is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cross leak detection method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart explaining the cross leak detection method. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The air cell (10) has electrolyte solution layer (13) comprising electrolyte solution bearing ions, formed between negative electrode layer (14) and air electrode layer (12), such that the conduction of ion between air electrode layer and negative electrode layer is made possible. A stirrer (17) suppresses the bubbles accumulate within the electrolyte solution layer.    USE - Air cell such as lithium metal air cell, potassium metal air cell, aluminum air cell, magnesium air cell, calcium air cell, etc., used in motor vehicle, domestic power supply, fixed-type power supply. Can also be used in portable device, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The bubbles generation in the electrolyte solution layer can be suppressed efficiently, and the adhering of bubbles to the electrode can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the air cell.    Air cell (10)    Air electrode layer (12)    Electrolyte solution layer (13)    Negative electrode layer (14)    Stirrer (17)
NOVELTY - A current measurement unit (101) has resistor with preset electrical resistance value while connecting electrodes (111,141) to cells (10a) of fuel cell. A voltage sensor (102) is provided for detecting electrical potential difference of resistor. An electric current detection circuit (51) is provided for detecting electric current value of cell based on resistance value and electrical potential difference of resistor. The resistance units (121,131) are connected to electrodes so that its electric current flow direction is turned parallelly in opposite direction.    USE - Current measurement apparatus for fuel cell system used in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the resistance units are connected to electrodes so that electric current flow direction of resistance units is turned parallelly in opposite direction, the influence of inductance of resistor by high frequency current can be reduced so that the measurement precision of current measurement apparatus can be improved. The influence of magnetic field noise produced between current measurement units can be reduced with simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of current measurement unit.    Cell (10a)    Electric current detection circuit (51)    Current measurement unit (101)    Voltage sensor (102)    Electrodes (111,141)    Resistance units (121,131)
NOVELTY - The system has a control unit (30) to generate value of hydrogen pressure change corresponding to reference target pressure based on the load request to fuel cell (1). The control unit generates the control command indicating command value to hydrogen supply valve (5) based on estimation value of hydrogen pressure change so that the difference between hydrogen pressure and air pressure is reduced. The control unit generates control command to air pressure regulation valve (12) based on any one of the reference target pressure or hydrogen pressure behavior value.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen pressure and air pressure can be controlled effectively to the target pressure. The possibility for increase in differential pressure of hydrogen pressure and air pressure can be avoided effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (1)    Hydrogen tank (2)    Hydrogen supply valve (5)    Air pressure regulation valve (12)    Control unit (30)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (10) has an electrode assembly (16) having a membrane arranged between gas diffusion layers which have electrode lateral surfaces adjoining one another, without any interfacial seals arranged between the electrode lateral surfaces. A sealant is applied for covering the joints at a perimeter of adjoining lateral surfaces which are provided by the cathode (18), anode (14) and the electrode assembly where the perimeter surrounds the fuel and flow field (30) oxidant flow field.    USE - Fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The seal between the cell stack assembly components is improved, since sealant covers the joints provided by the cathode, anode and the electrode assembly at perimeter of adjoining lateral surfaces respectively in a staggered or offset relationship to one another to provide additional surface area to which the sealant can adhere.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of sealing fuel cell stack assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell.    Fuel cell (10)    Anode (14)    Electrode assembly (16)    Cathode (18)    Fuel flow field (30)
NOVELTY - An air-supply/pneumatic-system device (9) has an intake opening (17) aligned towards a vehicle's (1) roof surface closed opposite a passenger area. A fuel-cell system (4,4.1,4.2) fits on a supporting frame (5) so designed that the air-supply/pneumatic-system area fits near the intake opening with a clearance from the vehicle's roof (2). The air-supply/pneumatic-system device is designed as an air module that has an air-filter device (11), a compression device (10) and an intake device (17).    USE - For generating electric power when fitted on a vehicle's roof like the roof of a omnibus.    ADVANTAGE - Sucking air in needed for the fuel cell over the roof closed opposite the passenger area can mean that a satisfactorily high amount of fresh air can be sucked in. The air intake affects neither air quality nor amount of air in the passenger area and having a closed roof between the air intake and the passenger area also does not lead to corresponding noise emissions from air intake into the passenger area.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a diagram of an omnibus with a device for generating electric power, an enlarged view of such a device on an omnibus roof, a side-view diagram of such a device to illustrate its operation and a top-view diagram of an omnibus roof with such a device.    Vehicle/omnibus (1)    Vehicle's roof (2)    Fuel-cell system (4,4.1,4.2)    Supporting frame (5)    Air-supply/pneumatic-system device (9)    Compression device (10)    Air-filter device (11)    Intake opening (17)
NOVELTY - The battery system, especially for the electromotor of a hybrid motor vehicle, has a battery block (2) of connected battery cells (1) and gas escape valves (11). Hollow gas escape tubes (20) carry gases out from the valves at the cell openings (12). The gas escape tubes are of plastics with embedded longitudinal metal conductors.    USE - The battery system is for the motor of a hybrid drive vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The structure has a static electricity action to prevent dust and dirt from clinging and also prevent current leakages through moisture absorbed by accumulated dust and dirt.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery system.    battery cells (1)    battery block (2)    battery holders (3)    end plates (4)    gas escape valves (11)    cell gas escape openings (12)    gas escape tubes (20)
NOVELTY - The exchanger (1) has a thermoelectric module (4), a cooling device (5) e.g. heat deriving plate or liquid-flowed cooling body, and a central element (2) for conveying exhaust gas. The thermoelectric module is arranged on a partial area of radially aligned flow channels (3) of the central element, where the partial area is turned to an exhaust gas carriage. The cooling device is attached laminarly to the thermoelectric module such that the cooling device covers a surface of the thermoelectric module, where the surface is turned away to the flow channels of the central element.    USE - Exhaust-gas heat exchanger for a thermoelectric generator in a motor vehicle and a power station (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust-gas heat exchanger is designed such that it is fastened by a retaining clamp, a clip, or a clamping jaw in a simple manner. The exhaust-gas heat exchanger is designed such that it enables an actuated connection with the clamping jaw or tightening strap without the need of an additional thermal bridge, thus utilizing the exchanger in a motor vehicle reliably, even under high temperatures and corrosive environments in the exhaust gas and ensuring improved efficiency of the thermoelectric module. The exchanger is designed such that it exhibits a simple structure with maximization of the flat surfaces required for assembly of the thermoelectric modules, thus reliably ensuring both an improved long-term stability and a simple installation of the exchanger into an existing exhaust gas system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing an exhaust-gas heat exchanger for a thermoelectric generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of an exhaust-gas heat exchanger.    Exhaust-gas heat exchanger (1)    Central element (2)    Radially aligned flow channels (3)    Thermoelectric module (4)    Cooling device (5)
NOVELTY - A reformation module (1) comprises a heat exchanging device (14), in which heat is transferred from a combustion exhaust gas (55) to water (30). The water flow rate in the heat exchanging device is variable via a controlling unit, so outlet temperature of the heat exchanging device depends on adjustable water flow rate. Another heat exchanging device (11) is also designed in the reformation module, in which the heat is transferred from a hydrogen-rich process gas (25) to water.    USE - Reformation module for producing hydrogen-rich process gas.    ADVANTAGE - The reformation module ensures a high degree of compactness, quick and reliable adjustment of the outlet temperatures and minimum thermal stresses.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for operating reformation module for producing a hydrogen rich process gas, which involves using heat exchanging device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of the reformation module.    Reformation module (1)    Heat exchanging devices (11,14)    Hydrogen-rich process gas (25)    Water (30)    Combustion exhaust gas (55)
NOVELTY - The energy regeneration unit includes energy regenerators (E1,E2) that are made to convert kinetic energy associated with the rotation of a driven axle into potential energy to decelerate the driven axle (5). The energy regeneration unit has a regenerator controller that controls operation of the energy regenerator independently from each other.    USE - Energy regeneration unit for a drive system of a transport apparatus e.g. vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables significant increase of efficiency of hybrid modes, allowing lower power components to be used so that system parts count can be reduced. Enables the use of relatively low cost technology. Achieves significant environmental benefits at relatively low cost of implementation when used in a hybrid system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an energy regenerating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the assembly.    Driven axle (5)    Energy storage system (B)    Energy regenerators (E1,E2)    Engine (M)    Transmission (T1,T2)
NOVELTY - A current collector plate (35) is provided on top of an electrode assembly (30). A current collector lead (10) includes a cylindrical portion having axis in direction along main surface of collector plate. The top and bottom portions of cylindrical portions are welded to a sealing plate (38a) and collector plate respectively. The collector lead includes rectangular tab portions (15,16) extended from opening edge of cylindrical portion in axis direction. The tab portion is electrically connected with collector plate at a region from root to tip portion.    USE - Cylindrical secondary battery e.g. nickel-hydrogen secondary battery for hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and pure electric vehicle (PEV).    ADVANTAGE - The internal electrical resistance of the cylindrical secondary battery is reduced to reduce output loss and to maintain high output efficiency, since the current collector plate is connected to the sealing cover through tab portion in addition to cylindrical portion of the current collector lead. The electrical resistance between the collector plate and the sealing cover is reduced, without increasing width and thickness of the cylindrical portion of the collector lead.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of cylindrical secondary battery.    Current collector lead (10)    Tab portions (15,16)    Electrode assembly (30)    Current collector plate (35)    Sealing cover (38)    Sealing plate (38a)
NOVELTY - The lease system has a fort lift or fork-type pallet rack that is installed in the gasoline station for loading/unloading battery (2) with respect to an electric vehicle (1). An electric meter determines charging cost of the battery, when the battery is charged to a predetermined value. The electric meter is changed to original value by providing domestic power supply, when the charged battery is loaded into the vehicle and vehicle is moved from gasoline station.    USE - Lease system of battery used in electric vehicle. Can also be used in motor vehicle, fuel cell vehicle and electric-power assisted bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Charging cost of battery can be determined appropriately so that the payment process of the battery can be performed effectively. Replacement process of the battery can be performed effectively and fuel consumption of the vehicle can be reduced. Structure of the battery can be simplified and reading in the electric meter can be changed after charging battery to predetermined value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery lease system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric vehicle (1)    Battery (2)    Battery box (3)
NOVELTY - The box has a main body formed in a lead slot that is used to locate a lead, where the main body is provided with four corners. Each corner of the body is supported by stand bars and multiple vertical plates that are arranged uniformly on surface of the body between the stand bars on same side. The lead slot is located between adjacent vertical plates, where cross section of the slot is U-shaped. A standard bar and the vertical plates are formed integrally, where the standard bar is connected to a cover by a pin.    USE - Battery wiring box for an electrical motorcar.    ADVANTAGE - The wiring box is designed on the battery box shell to guide and locate the lead between the battery and the battery control system that makes the leads to be arranged in an orderly manner. The box is convenient to install and maintain, and has better appearance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top perspective view of a battery wiring box.
NOVELTY - The post has a square column upper part and a lower part integrally shaped, where the upper part is provided with rivet holes or screw holes. A conductive strip is connected by a rivet or a screw, and the lower part is provided with two holes. The post is molded on an upper cover of a battery box by an injection molding process. A rubber sealing ring is sleeved in a middle part of the post.    USE - Aluminum electrode post for use in a battery in an electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The post can bear larger current, and has larger magnification of charging and discharging performance, so that a battery can bear larger instant charging and discharging current. The post has prolonged service life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an aluminum electrode post.
NOVELTY - The electrode has an electrolyte lead formed on a surface of a three-dimensional metal structure, and an inner gateway arranged on the three-dimensional structure, where the electrode is made of carbon paper. A metal element is placed on a current collector, where the metal element is made of carbon nano fiber and nickel. A pump is connected with an electrolyte storing tank.    USE - Electrode for a melting lead redox flow battery.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode is utilized as cathode and anode terminals, and has minimized fabrication cost and high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a melting lead redox flow battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photograph of an electrode.
NOVELTY - The bicycle (1) includes a solar cell (20) of streamlined panel shape installed in front of a bicycle main body (10). A controller with a pedestal is provided behind and under the solar cell and is connected to the solar cell and to a rotary type handlebar (17) for electric driving of the bicycle. A storage battery (40), provided above and detachably connected to the controller via matching connection terminals, stores the electrical output produced by the solar cell. The stored output is utilized by a drive motor (50) at the center of the rear wheel (12) to rotate the rear wheel.    USE - Bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Convenience of use of bicycle is raised in energy-saving manner, since drive motor rotates rear wheel of bicycle by utilizing electricity produced by solar cell instead of commercially available electricity. Output flag of storage battery is controlled by intermittent switch manipulated with starting key held by bicycle owner, preventing bicycle from being used by unauthorized persons other than bicycle owner. Charging capacity of storage battery can be confirmed by state of charge indicator, informing rider of such capacity while driving bicycle. Bicycle can be electrically driven in manner similar to driving regular bicycle, by providing rotary type handlebar for electric driving.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of a bicycle with a solar cell.    Bicycle (1)    Bicycle main body (10)    Rear wheel (12)    Rotary type handlebar (17)    Solar cell (20)    Storage battery (40)    Drive motor (50)
NOVELTY - The method involves mounting a fuel battery pile on a fuel battery detection platform, and connecting a hydrogen cavity channel and an oxygen cavity channel of the fuel battery pile to a gas pipeline corresponding to the fuel battery testing platform. The voltage of each battery is recorded in the fuel battery pile, and a position in which the battery has rapidly dropped single battery voltage in the fuel battery pile, is a specific position of an oxyhydrogen cavity blow-by or a specific section number of the battery of the oxyhydrogen cavity blow-by.    USE - Oxyhydrogen blow-by rapid detection method for a fuel battery pile.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables rapid detection of the specific position of the oxyhydrogen blow-by in the pile in a simple manner with fast testing time and accurate results.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating an oxyhydrogen blow-by rapid detection method for a fuel battery pile.
NOVELTY - The retarder has oil pump and hydraulic system arranged on and connected in parallel with output shaft (17) of main gear box (18), and auxiliary drive boxes (15) mounted at output end of the main gear box, to form auxiliary gear box. An oil pump or hydraulic motor (12) is connected to the auxiliary drive box, through electromagnetic, pneumatic or hydraulic clutch (14) that is movably connected with output shaft of main gear box, through a group of gears (16).    USE - Energy-saving and exhaust-reducing hydraulic retarder for motorcar such as large-sized or medium-sized motorcar.    ADVANTAGE - The kinetic energy generated at the time of braking operation can be efficiently recycled for engine start and acceleration. The harmful exhaust waste gas can be reduced, and the energy can be saved. The operation efficiency of the engine can be improved, by increasing the starting speed. The comfort of the passenger can be improved, by replacing mechanically rigid brake by soft hydraulic retardation. The durability of the drive system and brake system of the motor car can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the hydraulic circuit diagram of the hydraulic retarder.    Hydraulic motor (12)    Clutch (14)    Auxiliary drive boxes (15)    Gears (16)    Output shaft (17)    Main gear box (18)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has protective films (7A,7B) which are provided between exposure area of circumference in which electrolytic membrane (1) is not covered with the catalyst layers (2,3), and gas diffusion layers (5,6). The edges of protective films are laminated on the catalyst layers. Resin during molding of gasket (9) is impregnated into portion of protective films and gas diffusion layers, and portion of catalyst layers are contacted to protective films.    USE - Fuel cell for fuel cell system mounted in electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Crack generation in the gap formed between the protective films, catalyst layers and electrolytic membrane can be eliminated effectively, since the resin during molding of gasket is impregnated into portion of protective films and gas diffusion layers, and portion of catalyst layers are contacted to protective films.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross sectional view of the fuel cell.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Catalyst layers (2,3)    Gas diffusion layers (5,6)    Protective films (7A,7B)    Gasket (9)
NOVELTY - The array has a longitudinal support (120) extending over a surface (300) of an earth in a north-south direction, and including spaced apart planar solar cell modules (200). The longitudinal support allows the solar cell modules to simultaneously track an elevation of a sun during a course of a day. A pivotable coupling is located between each of the modules and the longitudinal support to allow the module to rotate along an axis (A) being orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the longitudinal support and to track an azimuthal position of the sun during the course of the day.    USE - Terrestrial concentrator solar cell tracking photovoltaic array for a vehicle i.e. truck, for producing energy from sun.    ADVANTAGE - The array can be installed with reduced amount of manpower, and can be adjusted during or after installation for accommodating necessary power requirements.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a terrestrial solar tracking photovoltaic array.    Axis (A)    Elongated frame (110)    Longitudinal support (120)    Spaced apart planar solar cell modules (200)    Surface (300)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing an energy storage device (410) such as fuel cell (415) and battery (420). The relative humidity in proximity of the fuel cell is determined by a controller (425) coupled to an electronic device (405). The power is supplied from the fuel cell to the device when the determined relative humidity is below a threshold relative humidity, and the power is supplied from the battery to the device when the determined relative humidity is at the threshold relative humidity.    USE - Method for augmenting useful life of energy storage device such as battery and fuel cell in portable electronic device (claimed) such as cellular phone. Can also be used in wireless telephone, personal digital assistant, pager, personal computer and selective call receiver.    ADVANTAGE - Since the power is supplied from the fuel cell or battery to the electronic device based on determined relative humidity, the useful life of the energy storage device is prolonged and augmented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for portable electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of portable electronic device.    Electronic device (405)    Energy storage device (410)    Fuel cell (415)    Battery (420)    Controller (425)
NOVELTY - An electrode structure comprises a cathodic structure, an ionic exchange membrane (2) disposed next to the cathodic structure, and an anodic structure. The anodic structure comprises a primary thin platinum alloy black layer (132) disposed next to the ionic exchange membrane, a catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer and a primary substrate layer (111). The catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer is disposed between the primary thin platinum alloy black layer and primary substrate layer.    USE - Electrode structure is used for fuel cell (claimed) used for power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode structure exhibits high reaction discharge efficiency. The fuel cell having electrode structure has improved output voltage and power density by consuming reduced amount of catalyst and fuel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrode structure comprises a cathodic structure, an ionic exchange membrane disposed next to the cathodic structure, and an anodic structure. The anodic structure comprises a primary thin platinum alloy black layer disposed next to the ionic exchange membrane, a catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer and a primary substrate layer. The catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer is disposed between the primary thin platinum alloy black layer and primary substrate layer, such that the combination of catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer and primary thin platinum alloy black layer reduces the crossover of fuel from the anodic structure to cathodic structure. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for power generation fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of anodic structure.    Ionic exchange membrane (2)    Primary substrate layer (111)    Platinum alloy carbon support layer (131)    Primary thin platinum alloy black layer (132)    Low catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer (135)    High catalytic platinum alloy carbon support layer (136)
NOVELTY - The battery has cells such as lithium-ion cell, and battery casing that defines a space for housing the cells. A thermally-conductive and electrically-insulating liquid is discharged to the space and supplied to the cells for radiating heat from the cells while maintaining the electrical integrity.    USE - Battery for temperature-controlled battery system used in vehicle (both claimed) such as passenger vehicle and cargo vehicle. Can also be used in cell phone, laptop computer, and handheld electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - Cooling efficiency is improved by using cost effective liquid, and complexity of cooling system is eliminated or reduced by preventing the direct contact of cooling medium and battery cell structure. Leakage of coolant due to generation of vibration is prevented. Low cost material is used for framework of battery. Battery can be used for a long period of time. Disassembling of battery can be performed easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) temperature-controlled battery system;    (2) vehicle; and    (3) method for regulating temperature of multiple-cell battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the cell stack.    Spacer (38)    Circuit board (46)    Flanges (50,51)    End plate (70)    Clamp bar (71)
NOVELTY - A liquid cooling manifold assembly is formed between rows of cells (201), and is provided with a coolant channel portion (101). A dual layer thermal interface (103) is formed between cells, and is formed with inner material layer and outer material layer. The inner material layer is fabricated from a compressible material with a modulus of compressibility of less than 3 MPa and outer material layer is fabricated from a dielectric material with a breakdown voltage greater than 500 VDC. The inner and outer material layers are formed of different materials.    USE - Thermal management system for use with battery pack of hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The greater portion of the battery is in contact with manifold assembly, so that heat withdrawal efficiency is improved. The packing density of battery pack with cells is improved by minimizing the separation distance between adjacent cell rows. The coolant flow direction between channels allows heat transfer between opposing coolant channels, so that uniform coolant temperature to the cells is achieved and the overall thermal uniformity in the cells is improved. The coolant channel portion is fabricated from high thermal conductivity material, so that the thermal energy generated by the cells is efficiently transferred to the coolant. The coolant channel portion is coated with an electrically insulating material to prevent battery shorting.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the cooling manifold assembly.    Coolant channel portion (101)    Dual layer thermal interface (103)    Cell (201)    Radius of curvature (205)    Exterior surface of coolant channel portion (207)
NOVELTY - A catalyst (C1) comprises nickel supported on an alumina support formed from precursor materials containing nickel and aluminum, and several mesopores and a negligible amount of macropores having a size as given in the specification.    USE - For catalytic reforming of hydrocarbons, and in fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The nickel based catalyst has unique composition and pore structure that facilitate a long catalyst life for syngas production under conditions of heat, steam, and electrolyte deposition as the negligible presence of macropores limits the deposition of alkali metal hydroxide/carbonate on the outer shell of the catalyst pellet in the molten carbonate fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing (M1) catalyst (C1) involving providing a first solution comprising at least one nickel salts, where the first solution is one of a solution and a dispersion; providing a second solution comprising at least one of aluminate, carbonate, bicarbonate and a base; and reacting the first solution with the second solution.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a reception acceptance/rejection judging part i.e. receiving sensitometry part, determining whether reception of predetermined data is performed before reaching reservation time. A data non-receiving control part i.e. scheduler, is controlled to prevent a reception process of the predetermined data during time of arrival of reservation time when the reception acceptance/rejection judging part determines that the predetermined data is not received. The judging part and the control part are connected to a download control part.    USE - Communication apparatus i.e. vehicle-mounted communication apparatus such as mobile telephone and personal digital assistant.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus reduces unwanted power consumption of a battery in a reliable manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a control processing procedure.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The battery module (1) has individual cells (10) that are arranged along predetermined direction. The partition plates (20) are positioned between cells. The spacers made of thermosetting resin material, are placed at partition plates. The spacers are held at base material which is melted according to increase in temperature. The ends of spacers are contacted with adjacent cells. The volatile component of partition plate is remained after hardening the thermosetting resin material. The spacers are made of inorganic particle with hydroxide and water hydrate.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus such as battery module of secondary battery installed in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - The partition plates including spacers made of thermosetting resin material, are positioned between adjacent cells that are arranged in predetermined direction, so that the predetermined space with respect to the cells can be maintained even at high temperature. The generation of heat from febrile cells can be transmitted effectively to other cells. The generation of heat from febrile cell can be absorbed effectively by hardening the thermosetting resin material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the electrical storage apparatus.    Battery module (1)    Cell (10)    Partition plate (20)    Projection portion (21)    End plate (40)
NOVELTY - A compressor (31) supplies oxidant gas to a fuel cell (2). A pressure regulation valve (34) adjusts pressure of oxidant gas in fuel cell. The opening degree of pressure regulation valve is corresponded with target feed rate of pressure sensor (P). The target pressure of oxidant gas in fuel cell is extracted from the valve opening degree. The control unit (6) corrects opening degree of pressure regulation valve according to difference of measurement pressure and target pressure of oxidant gas between fuel cell and pressure regulation valve measured by pressure sensor.    USE - Fuel cell system used as electric power generation system mounted in fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV). Can also be used in as power generation equipment for robot, vessel, aircraft, residence and building.    ADVANTAGE - The opening degree of pressure regulation valve can be corrected effectively during driving 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 (2)    Control unit (6)    Compressor (31)    Pressure regulation valve (34)    Pressure sensor (P)
NOVELTY - A separation membrane (31) separates the liquid (38) from gas-liquid mixture formed as the reaction product of fuel supplied to an anode and gas containing oxygen supplied to a cathode of a fuel cell stack. A separation unit (10) has a tank (30) whose side is formed in waveform shape. The tank stores the liquid separated by the membrane. A detection unit (36) provided along the waveform shaped side, has sensing electrodes (36A,36B) that detect the quantity of liquid in the tank.    USE - Fuel cell system e.g. direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) system used for supplying electric power to electronic device, electric vehicle, etc. Can also be used in solid polymer electrolyte fuel cell system using hydrogen fuel, methanol-reforming type fuel cell system, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The opposing area of the sensing electrodes of the liquid quantity detection unit can be expanded and the quantity of liquid in the tank can be detected with high precision. Hence the quantity of liquid in the tank can be controlled so that liquid overflow can be prevented, while being able to reduce the size and thickness of the fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective, sectional and side sectional views of the separation unit of the fuel cell system.    Separation unit (10)    Tank (30)    Separation membrane (31)    Liquid detection unit (36)    Sensing electrodes (36A,36B)    Liquid (38)
NOVELTY - The positive electrode and negative electrode that occlude and discharge the lithium ion are arranged opposing through a separator in non-aqueous solution. The void of the separator is unblocked within measurement temperature range during thermal analysis process. The storage container structure of the battery is made of resin and metal.    USE - Heat stability evaluation method of constituent material of lithium secondary battery for mobile phone, notebook personal computer, electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The heat stability of the lithium secondary battery can be evaluated efficiently with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating the differential scanning calorimetry curves of material test structure of electrodes and electrolyte solution. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - Batteries (2) are arranged in mutually opposing directions in a case (1). A fire extinguisher tank (3) is arranged near the batteries. The tank wall surface is made of resin which melts at a specific temperature. A connection board (4) contacting the wall surface electrically connects the batteries and transmits the battery heat to the tank wall, so that the wall melts and the tank is opened for ejecting the fire extinguisher material (5).    USE - Battery pack for electronic device (claimed) used in motor vehicle. Can also be used in emergency power equipments.    ADVANTAGE - The wall of the fire extinguisher tank melts according to the battery heat received via the connection board and the fire extinguisher material is ejected outside, so that the spreading of fire from one battery to the other is prevented using a simple structure occupying only a minimum volume. The safety of the battery pack is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a case of the battery pack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the battery pack showing the positional relation of the accommodated batteries.    Case (1)    Battery (2)    Fire extinguisher tank (3)    Connection board (4)    Fire extinguisher material (5)
NOVELTY - The battery (131) has a metallic portion connected with positive and negative electrodes. A metal bonding film (150) formed on flange portion is inserted between metallic portions. The metal bonding film has polyolefin-type resin layers (152a,152b) formed on both surfaces of heat resistant resin layer (151). The polyolefin-type resin layers are arranged at the side of metallic portion, after adding color pigment to polyolefin-type resin layer. The carbon powder of 0.05-1.0 mass % is added with respect to carbon powder.    USE - Electrochemical cell e.g. lithium ion battery for use in electrically-driven bicycle and motor vehicle. Can also be used in nickel-cadmium battery and nickel-hydrogen battery.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing performance of the heat seal portion of electrochemical cell peripheral portion is improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrochemical cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the lithium ion battery main structure.    Exterior structure (120)    Lithium ion battery (131)    Metal bonding film (150)    Heat resistant resin layer (151)    Polyolefin type resin layers (152a,152b)
NOVELTY - A negative electrode film is obtained by coating composition containing non-graphitizing carbon, conductive support agent and binder in aqueous medium containing dispersing agent, on metal foil, and heat-drying. The conductive supportive agent contains Ketchen black (RTM: carbon black), acetylene black and/or graphite. The negative electrode film contains particles having diameter (D10) of 0.5 mm or more, particles having diameter (D50) of 1-4 mu m and particles having diameter (D90) of 8 mu m or less.    USE - Negative electrode film is used for lithium ion capacitor for motor vehicle and crane.    ADVANTAGE - The negative electrode film having high quality, is economically manufactured. The lithium ion capacitor containing negative electrode film has high output and reduced internal resistance, and is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A negative electrode film is obtained by coating composition containing non-graphitizing carbon, conductive support agent and binder in aqueous medium containing dispersing agent, on metal foil, and heat-drying. The conductive supportive agent contains Ketchen black (RTM: carbon black), acetylene black and/or graphite. The negative electrode film contains particles having diameter (D10) of 0.5 mm or more, particles having diameter (D50) of 1-4 mu m and particles having diameter (D90) of 8 mu m or less, and has specific surface area of 1.5-25 m2/g and surface roughness of 0.1-0.3 mu m.
NOVELTY - A collector is heated. An electrode active material layer containing an electrode composition comprising an electrode active material, an electroconductive agent and a binder is formed on the collector to obtain an electrode.    USE - Manufacture of electrode used for electrochemical element (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to lithium ion secondary battery, electrical double layer capacitor and lithium ion capacitor for backup power supply of mobile telephone, portable terminal, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and notebook-type personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of electrode having reduced internal resistance. The electrochemical element formed using the electrode has excellent electrode strength and high power density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrochemical element.
NOVELTY - A polymer having a sulfonic acid group and sulfonyl halide group in a molecule is maintained at 0 degrees C or less in the presence of a base. Crosslinking reaction of the polymer thus produced is carried out using a crosslinking agent having functional group(s) chosen from disulfonylamide group, diamine group, diol group, and dithiol group in an organic solvent, to obtain a polymer electrolyte.    USE - Synthesis of polymer electrolyte for use in solid polymer electrolyte membranes of polymer electrolyte fuel cells (both claimed) used as power supply for electric vehicles. Can also be used for electrodialysis, diffusion dialysis, battery diaphragms, hydrohalic acid electrolysis, water electrolysis, brine electrolysis, humidity sensors, gas sensors, and oxygen enrichers.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables synthesis of polymer electrolytes having high ion-exchange capacity and which improve ionic conductivity by having a more uniform crosslinking point than existing electrolytes.
NOVELTY - A sulfone compound (1) is new.    USE - New sulfone compound is used as aprotic polar solvent for electrochemical devices e.g. electric double layer capacitor, lithium primary battery, lithium secondary battery, lithium ion battery, fuel cell and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfone compound provides aprotic polar solvent having excellent thermal stability, and low melting point, water solubility and viscosity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sulfone compound of formula: R1-S(=O)2-R2 (I) is new.    R1,R2=3-6C alkyl.
NOVELTY - A membrane-electrode assembly (114) comprises a proton-conducting membrane layer, an interfacial layer (116) adjacent to proton-conducting membrane layer and 1 or more nanowire-supported electrochemical catalyst adjacent to interfacial layer.    USE - Membrane-electrode assembly is used for fuel cell e.g. methanol fuel cell, formic acid fuel cell, ethanol fuel cell, hydrogen fuel cell and ethylene glycol fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell comprising membrane-electrode assembly has high electrochemical performance and improved adhesion between layers, and is economical.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the membrane-electrode assembly.    Membrane-electrode assembly (114)    Interfacial layer (116)
NOVELTY - Electrochemical catalyst nanoparticles comprise metal(s), where the atomic ratio of oxygen in nanoparticles to one of the metals in nanoparticles is 3-6.    USE - Electrochemical catalyst nanoparticles are used for nanowire-supported electrochemical catalyst for membrane electrode assembly of fuel cell e.g. methanol fuel cell, formic acid fuel cell, ethanol fuel cell, hydrogen fuel cell and ethylene glycol fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical catalyst nanoparticles have improved catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) nanowire-supported electrochemical catalyst;    (2) membrane electrode assembly;    (3) preparation of nanowire-supported ruthenium-doped platinum electrochemical catalyst nanoparticles, which involves preparing (302) ruthenium-doped platinum colloid solution by adding ethylene glycol, ruthenium-chloride hydrate of formula: RuCl3xH2O, chloroplatinic acid component of formula: H2PtCl6xH2O and sodium hydroxide, adding (304) the resultant solution to suspension of nanowire, to obtain nanowire-ruthenium-platinum-doped colloid solution, reducing (306) the pH of resultant colloid solution, and recovering (308) nanowire-supported ruthenium-doped platinum electrochemical catalyst nanoparticles; and    (4) catalyst support, which comprises cross-linked carbon powder deposited with metal catalyst(s).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining formation of nanowire-supported electrochemical catalyst.    Provision of ruthenium-doped colloid solution (302)    Addition of colloid solution to nanowire suspension (304)    Reduction of pH of ruthenium-doped colloid solution (306)    Recovery of nanowire supported ruthenium-doped electrochemical catalyst (308)    Heating nanowire supported ruthenium-doped electrochemical catalyst (310)
NOVELTY - The device has a solar energy battery (5) utilizing a copper-indium-gallium-selenium film and fixed on a bus ceiling (4), where the battery produces electricity when sun light is radiated. The electricity passes through metal electric wires (13), a Schottky rectifier diode (8), a micro controller (9) and a photo-sensitive automatic adjusting switch (11) to metal electric heating wires (14) to produce heat and to warm a part around a front bus door (3), such that ice blocks frozen in a gap of the bus door are melted in time. The electricity is input and stored in a lithium ion battery (10).    USE - Warming device for a bus door.    ADVANTAGE - The photo-sensitive induction automatic controlling switch starts automatically to output the electricity from the lithium ion battery to the electricity heating wire within the frame of the front bus door for heating during night, thus melting the ice blocks frozen in the gap of the bus door, preventing the bus door from freezing, by warming the part around the bus door and ensuring timely commuting of the passengers in morning in cold winter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a warming device for a bus door.    Front bus door (3)    Bus ceiling (4)    Solar energy battery (5)    Schottky rectifier diode (8)    Micro controller (9)    Lithium ion battery (10)    Photo-sensitive automatic adjusting switch (11)    Metal electric wires (13)    Metal electric heating wires (14)
NOVELTY - A mixture of carbon powder and metal salt and/or metal oxide, and titanium oxide are mixed in alkaline solution, stirred at room temperature, agitated the reaction mixture in an autoclave at 100-200 degrees C, filtered the reaction mixture, washed using 0.01-0.1 M hydrochloric acid and dried, to obtain titanium-oxide nanocomposite. The metal in metal salt or oxide is chosen from tin, zinc, nickel, cobalt and silicon.    USE - Manufacture of titanium-oxide nanocomposite used for cathode of lithium ion secondary battery and hybrid capacitor (all claimed) for hybrid electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid vehicle and telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides titanium-oxide nanocomposite with excellent cycleability. The lithium ion secondary battery and hybrid capacitor containing titanium-oxide nanocomposite have excellent capacity and high-speed characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) titanium-oxide nanocomposite, which contains 1-50 parts weight of mixture of carbon powder, and metal salt or metal oxide with respect to 100 parts weight of titanium oxide;    (2) lithium ion secondary battery, which has cathode including titanium-oxide nanocomposite; and    (3) hybrid capacitor, which has cathode including titanium-oxide nanocomposite.
NOVELTY - Method of making oxygen-conducting ceramic material based on lanthanum gallate relates to chemical synthesis, specifically to self-propagating high-temperature synthesis using ethylene glycol, and can be used in making solid electrolytes based on lanthanum gallate. The initial reagents used include a mixture of nitrates of lanthanum, strontium, gallium and magnesium, taken in proportions required for the selected composition. Combustible substance used is ethylene glycol, which is added to the mixture of nitrates in amounts which satisfy the ratio of nitro groups in the mixture of nitrates to ethylene glycol NO3/(HOCH2)2=2/1-2/1.2. The obtained mixture is heated to 50 degrees C, kept until formation of a homogeneous gel and then heated to temperature of the onset of the self-propagating reaction which is close to 100 degrees C, at the end of which the product is ground up and calcined at 900-1000 degrees C. An object is then moulded and terminal calcinations is carried out at 1200-1350 degrees C for 1-8 hours.    USE - Chemistry.    ADVANTAGE - Obtaining high-density ceramic materials and improved physical and chemical properties. 3 dwg, 2 tbl, 1 ex
NOVELTY - A conductive diamond hollow-fiber film is formed using hollow fiber containing three-dimensionally entangled conductive diamond.    USE - Conductive diamond hollow-fiber film used for electrode of secondary battery and electrochemical capacitor, and gas diffusion electrode for gas sensor and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive diamond hollow-fiber film has excellent electrochemical characteristics and high specific surface area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of conductive diamond hollow-fiber film.
NOVELTY - The car has a fixed rod (1) connected with a vibrating spring (2). An input end of a one-way gear box (3) is connected with the vibrating spring while an output end of the one-way gear box is connected with a clump weight (4) and a direct current generator (5). The direct current generator is connected with a storage battery (6). A vibrating generator (10) is connected with the fixed rod.    USE - Energy-saving electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The car is convenient to use, saves electric power and prolongs service life of the storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy-saving electric motor car. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Fixed rod (1)    Vibrating spring (2)    One-way gear box (3)    Clump weight (4)    Direct current generator (5)    Storage battery (6)    Vibrating generator (10)
NOVELTY - The solution atomizing device includes a storage tank to store a solution and provided with an input port and an output port, and an ultrasonic vibrator which comprises a floating body, a porous element and a vibrator. The floating body floats on the solution and is connected with the vibrator by the porous element. The ultrasonic vibrator floats on the solution to flap and vibrate the solution to produce atomized gas.    USE - Solution atomizing device for fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Increases reacting efficiency of a cell by effectively atomizing the solution, thus raising performance of the cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic diagram showing the solution atomizing device.
NOVELTY - The system has an engine (1) whose output shaft (1a) is fixedly connected with a motor shaft (5). A clutch (4) is equipped between the former motor shaft and another motor shaft (6). The clutch controls the connection/disconnection of the motor shafts. The hybrid power drive system outputs power from the latter motor shaft. A battery (7) is electrically connected between motors (2, 3). The clutch is provided with a driving member and a driven member (42), where the driving member is connected with the former motor shaft and the driven member is connected to the latter motor shaft.    USE - Hybrid power drive system.    ADVANTAGE - The system is simple in structure, easy to realize, and has wide range of application.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a hybrid power drive system.    Engine (1)    Output shaft (1a)    Motors (2, 3)    Clutch (4)    Motor shafts (5 6)    Battery (7)    Driven member (42)
NOVELTY - The vehicle(1) has a storage battery (12) electrically connected to a permanent-magnet direct current motor (11). A controller (2) is electrically connected to the storage battery through a first electric wire (21) and a second electric wire(22) is provided with a single-guiding charger (3A).The storage battery is electrically connected to a solar cell (4) installed on a surface of the vehicle through a fourth electric wire (24).The controller is electrically connected to the motor through a third electric wire (23).The vehicle has a rear-wheel or independent wheel driving mode.    USE - Electric vehicle e.g. light skateboard-type electric vehicle, a three-wheel electric vehicle, a track-type electric vehicle, an electric bicycle, an electric motorcycle and an electric car (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electric vehicle with an auxiliary power-generating module runs effectively for a long time. The single-guiding charger is arranged between the storage battery and the solar cell to avoid recharging of current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric vehicle.    Vehicle (1)    Controller (2)    Single-guiding charger (3A)    Solar cell (4)    Permanent-magnet direct current motor (11)    Storage battery (12)    First electric wire (21)    Second electric wire (22)    Third electric wire (23)    Fourth electric wire (24)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has a boost converter (104) coupled to a reference node (114). An energy source (102) i.e. fuel cell, is coupled between an input node (116) and the reference node, and includes voltage. Another energy source (106) i.e. battery, is coupled between an output node (118) and the reference node, and includes another voltage. A switch (110) i.e. MOSFET, is coupled between another output node (120) and the former output node, where the latter energy source provides energy to the latter output node when the switch is closed. A controller (112) is coupled to the converter.    USE - Electrical system i.e. automotive electric and hybrid drive system (claimed), for use in a vehicle e.g. automobile and alternative fuel vehicle such as hybrid, electric and fuel cell vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The switch is operated under control of the controller during operation of the system to reduce switching losses in the boost converter and an inverter power module and to prevent potential damage to the switch, thus improving efficiency of the system under various loading conditions. The system can be manufactured at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a boost converter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an electrical system for use in a vehicle.    Electrical system (100)    Energy sources (102, 106)    Boost converter (104)    Switch (110)    Controller (112)    Reference node (114)    Input node (116)    Output nodes (118, 120)
NOVELTY - The separator (20) has several lands (32) that are in contact with and bonded to a gas diffusion layer (16) of fuel cell. Several flow fields (34) are formed between the respective lands, through which hydrogen or air is passes. Several venturi tubes are formed between the lands and the flow fields so that water is easily discharged from the gas diffusion layer to the flow fields.    USE - Metal separator for fuel cell of motor vehicle (claimed) such as automobile, sport utility vehicle, bus, truck, boat, ship and aircraft. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, hydrogen-powered vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the air diffused into gas diffusion layer is prevented because the venturi tubes are formed between the lands and the flow fields. The air is prevented from flowing back into the water discharge hole because the discharge hole is formed suitably at an angle of 45 degrees with respect to the flow direction of the air supplied.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the water discharge hole.    Gas diffusion layer (16)    Separator (20)    Land (32)    Flow field (34)    Water discharge hole (40)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a capacitor (21) storing power that is generated during rotation of a bicycle, and a carbon dioxide sensor (22) for sensing carbon dioxide amount. A wheel rotation number sensor senses number of rotations of a wheel of the bicycle. A lamp (35) is equipped in an advertise frame (10). A display unit of a display device (32) displays a bicycle wheel rotation number. A fastener (13) is utilized for screwing different angle frames (7). A waterproof wrapper (33) i.e. Zipper (RTM: Slide fastener)/Velcro (RTM: Hook and loop fastener) tape, is equipped in the device.    USE - Bicycle advertising apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus is environment-friendly and light in weight, and prevents negligent accident, and can be utilized during night time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a bicycle advertising apparatus.    Different angle frames (7)    Advertise frame (10)    Fastener (13)    Capacitor (21)    Carbon dioxide sensor (22)    Display device (32)    Waterproof wrapper (33)    Lamp (35)
NOVELTY - The method involves obtaining an energy state of an electrochemical battery (8) e.g. lead battery. A reduction of an energy state towards an another energy state corresponding to an intermediate energy state is controlled, when the electrochemical battery has predetermined energy state corresponding to an initial optimum load state, in a manner to obtain loading capacity, at the time of recovery of electric energy, during the braking phase of a motor vehicle.    USE - Method for controlling a regenerative braking of a micro-hybrid system of a motor vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method improves efficiency of the regenerative braking function of the micro-hybrid system in simple, reliable and standard manner. The method can charge the battery with energy issued from the braking phase without risk of degradation of the battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a micro-hybrid system of a motor vehicle comprising a rotating electrical machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a micro-hybrid system comprising a unit associated to a control circuit.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Micro-hybrid system (1)    Polyphase rotating electrical machine (2)    Digital analog converter (3)    Control circuit (4)    Electrochemical battery (8)
NOVELTY - Deposition of a catalyst comprising at least one catalytic active metal phase deposited on a solid support, where the catalyst is deposited by sol-gel, by suspension or by chemical vapor deposition on at least one part of the surface of one or more metal substrates bearing microstructured elements, is claimed.    USE - The process is useful for the deposition of the catalyst.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides catalyst deposition with good grip, uniformity, stability and porosity on the metal plates; and minimizes the amount of unwanted by-products produced.
NOVELTY - The device has a key (42) inserted from a keyhole (44) of a key cylinder (40) to a step position after turning on an ignition (IG) switch when IG on operation is performed by an IG on part. The key is inserted from the keyhole to another step position after turning on a starting switch when the IG on operation is performed by a starter on part. A battery degradation judging part determines degradation of a vehicle-mounted battery using an electronic-control unit.    USE - Power supply device for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device ensures that time from ignition on to starter on is long.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a two-stage inserting-type key cylinder comprising a key.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded view of a power supply device for a vehicle including a key cylinder. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Key cylinder (40)    Key (42)    Keyhole (44)
NOVELTY - A meso-porous carbon composite material comprises meso-porous carbon, and sulfur which is arranged in mesopore of meso-porous carbon.    USE - A meso-porous carbon composite material for secondary battery e.g. all-solid type (claimed) or nonaqueous electrolyte type (e.g. lithium ion secondary battery). Can also be used for other battery type electrodes, electrode for capacitor, electrode for fuel cells, and electrode for aqueous electrolyte solution secondary batteries (e.g. nickel cadmium secondary battery and metal hydride secondary battery).    ADVANTAGE - The meso-porous carbon composite material provides secondary battery which has outstanding characteristic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a secondary battery comprising negative electrode containing electrolyte material which is arranged facing positive electrode, and positive electrode which has electrolyte material and meso-porous carbon composite material containing meso-porous carbon and sulfur arranged in mesopore of meso-porous carbon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph of the charging/discharging curve of all solid-state battery using sulfur/acetylene black composite body and composite body of machine mixing.
NOVELTY - An exhaust heat recovery circuit (30) has a heat exchanger (34) that makes the thermal medium circulated by a pump (31) to absorb the waste heat discharged from a vehicle. Another heat exchanger (20) warms the coolant circulated in a heat pump circuit (10) using the thermal medium heated by the other heat exchanger. A heater (35) heats the thermal medium circulated through the exhaust heat recovery circuit.    USE - Air conditioning system for vehicle e.g. fuel cell vehicle, electric vehicle and vehicle with internal combustion engine.    ADVANTAGE - Since the thermal medium circulating through the exhaust heat recovery circuit can be heated with the heater, the coolant which circulates through the heat pump circuit can be warmed even if the vehicle interior temperature at the time of heating in the initial stage is low. Hence the heating efficiency of the heat pump circuit can be improved at the initial stage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the air conditioning system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Air conditioning system (1)    Heat pump circuit (10)    Heat exchangers (20,34)    Exhaust heat recovery circuit (30)    Pump (31)    Heater (35)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen separator has several hydrogen permeable membranes (14) capable of permeating hydrogen and separated through a porous layer (15), and a porous support (12) for supporting hydrogen permeable membrane. The porous layer comprises a component which does not react with hydrogen permeable membrane.    USE - Hydrogen separator.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen separator has improved durability, enables to separate hydrogen without reducing purity, and is economical. The generation of defect by reaction from inner surface of hydrogen permeable membrane is prevented. The hydrogen permeable membrane has favorable mechanical strength and hydrogen permeation characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of structure of hydrogen separator.    Porous support (12)    Barrier layer (13)    Hydrogen permeable membrane (14)    Porous layer (15)
NOVELTY - The fuse unit has front end control section (25) to assign the front end of plate-like portion (11) towards the inward direction of fuse housing (5), and to guide the plate-like portion to the fitting termination point (23). A base end control section (27) controls the contact of inner surface of the base end side of plate-like portion. An element cover (9) is fixed to the cover fitting section by the thrust generated by the deformation of the plate-like portion.    USE - Battery-direct attachment type fuse unit for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Rigidity of cover is improved, and the movement of cover due to vibration of vehicle is prevented. Generation of noise is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the battery-direct attachment type fuse unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuse housing (5)    Element cover (9)    Plate-like portion (11)    Fitting termination point (23)    Front end control section (25)    Base end control section (27)
NOVELTY - The system has a heat exchanger (308) providing superheat degree to a heat transfer medium by heating the heat transfer medium using heat generated with a pump (304) and an internal combustion engine (100). A power transmission part transmits motive power of a rotating shaft of an expander (312) to the rotating shaft of the internal combustion engine. A control apparatus i.e. rankine-cycle control apparatus (500), controls operation of the pump and a flow control valve. A low-pressure sensor (PL) detects pressure of the heat transfer medium in an exit of the expander.    USE - Waste heat recovery system for an internal combustion engine i.e. diesel engine, of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The system prevents decrease of pressure of the heat transfer medium in an inlet port of the expander, exactly prevents output decrease of regeneration amount of energy, and stabilizes rotational speed of the internal combustion engine. The system rapidly prevents rotational speed of the rotating shaft of the expander.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a waste heat recovery system for an internal combustion engine.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Low-pressure sensor (PL)    Internal combustion engine (100)    Pump (304)    Heat exchanger (308)    Expander (312)    Rankine-cycle control apparatus (500)
NOVELTY - A heat storage tank (22) stores the heated cooling water, and a water pump (23) circulates the water from heat storage tank to exhaust system components such an exhaust manifold (3), a turbine housing (5), an exhaust pipe (7) and a heat exchanger (9). A water temperature sensor detects the driving state of an internal combustion engine. A door key sensor determines whether boarding conditions are satisfied. An electronic control unit (ECU) (100) operates the water pump when boarding conditions are satisfied before the stop of the engine.    USE - Catalyst warming-up control system installed in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the ECU operates the water pump to supply heated cooling water to exhaust system components when boarding conditions are satisfied before stop of the engine, the early warming-up of catalyst can be performed effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the catalyst warming-up control system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Exhaust manifold (3)    Turbine housing (5)    Exhaust pipe (7)    Heat exchanger (9)    Heat storage tank (22)    Water pump (23)    ECU (100)
NOVELTY - The control apparatus (93) has storage unit that stores object detection information and driving information that are detected by periphery state detection unit (100) and driving state detection unit (200). A target electric power to be supplied to the motor (8) for collision avoidance is calculated, when collision between the motor and the object is estimated based on the stored information. A control unit is provided to increase the feed rate of the gases to the fuel cell (6) so as to obtain target electric power.    USE - Control apparatus for fuel cell vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power required for avoiding the collision of the motor and object is supplied effectively, so that the collision is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the control apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (6)    Motor (8)    Control apparatus (93)    Periphery state detection unit (100)    Driving state detection unit (200)
NOVELTY - An element ion having ionic radius more than lithium ion maintained in the crystal structure of electrode active material (21), and exchanged to lithium ion capable of dedoping electrically, is dedoped from active material by charge. The lithium ion is doped electrically in the crystal structure of active material having vacancy by dedoping. Thus, pre-dope of lithium ion to active material is enabled before supplying electricity between positive and negative electrodes (20,30).    USE - Pre-doping method of lithium ion for electrode of electrical storage component (both claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply for vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The capacity maintenance factor and discharge performance of electrical storage component are improved by dedoping method. The disintegration of crystal structure of active material is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrode; and    (2) electrical storage component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view of electrode structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Lithium pole (10)    Positive electrode (20)    Active material (21)    Negative electrode (30)    Charging-discharging apparatus (40a)    Pillar element (P)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has cooling circuit (3) that is connected to radiator (2) and fuel cell (FC). A cooling circuit (4) is connected to fuel cell through bypass flow path (5). The coolant is introduced into fuel cell through flow path (34) of cooling circuit (3), and coolant is discharged from fuel cell by flow path (31). The refrigerant which is introduced into radiator through flow path (32), is discharged by flow path (33). The pumps (W/P1,W/P2) which are provided in the flow paths (34,32) respectively, are electrically driven to circulate coolant to flow paths.    USE - System for cooling polymer electrolyte fuel cell mounted in vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the cooling system can be simplified effectively by reducing the size of the pump. The drive voltage and pressure loss of the pump can be reduced reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the cooling system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cooling system (1)    Radiator (2)    Cooling circuits (3,4)    Bypass flow path (5)    Flow paths (31-34)    Fuel cell (FC)    Pumps (W/P1,W/P2)
NOVELTY - The battery module has insulation portion (11a) for fixing the electrically conductive materials (11c-11k) for connecting terminal electrodes. An enclosure panel (11) is provided surrounding the outer side of cell so that surfaces of cells are covered.    USE - Battery module for battery such as lithium ion battery and nickel-hydrogen battery used for hybrid electric vehicle, and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Electrically conductive materials can be attached so that the materials can easily connect terminal electrodes and assembling property can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the battery module.    Enclosure panel (11)    Insulation portion (11a)    Electrically conductive materials (11c-11k)    Lower side enclosure panel (12)    Side enclosure panel (13)
NOVELTY - A battery module case (10) has several battery cells connected electrically, and pair of terminals (21,27) of positive and negative electrodes of single composite battery. The battery module is attached to battery pack case (30) through an attachment element. An attachment element fixed portion (32) is arranged in inner wall surface of battery pack case so as to correspond to the through-hole of the terminals of battery module.    USE - Battery pack for vehicles such as hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV).    ADVANTAGE - The battery module can be integrated into the battery pack by simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an isometric view of the battery pack.    Battery module case (10)    Upper board (11)    Terminals of battery module (21,27)    Battery pack case (30)    Attachment element fixed portion (32)
NOVELTY - The electrode has an active material layer (340) that is formed on segmented collector (300). An electrically conductive element (330) is connected to collector of electrode. The electrically conductive element is coated with fluorine resin and group containing Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), Polypropylene (PP), polyacrylonitrile (PAN), polyamide (PA), polyamide-imide (PAI), polyimide (PI) and polyethylene naphthalate (PEN).    USE - Electrode for secondary batteries e.g. lithium ion secondary battery used in vehicle (both claimed) such as hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle e.g. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - A local temperature rise is prevented by suppressing the local and continuous current concentration by internal short circuit without affecting the characteristics of battery at the time of normal use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows cross sectional views of the electrode for secondary batteries. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Collector (300)    Insulation layer (301)    Conductive layer (302)    Electrically conductive element (330)    Active material layer (340)
NOVELTY - The non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery has positive electrode and negative electrode active material layers (211,221) that are formed in the surfaces of positive and negative electrode collectors (210,220) forming a laminated structure (120). The laminated structure has a cell layer (340) with a notch (351) in a position different from the notch of the adjacent cell layer.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery for electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the cell layer of laminated structure is provided with the notch in position different from the notch of adjacent cell layer, X-ray can be irradiated with respect to the to-be-inspected portion hence bubble existing between the electrodes can be detected with high precision and foreign material with low X-ray absorption factor can be detected efficiently. The quantity of active material needed for the manufacturing process can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of lithium ion secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Laminated structure (120)    Positive electrode collector (210)    Positive electrode active material layer (211)    Negative electrode collectors (220)    Negative electrode active material (221)    Cell layer (340)    Notch (351)
NOVELTY - The positive electrode has positive electrode active layer (34) formed on collector (33). The active layer contains conductive support agent, binder and positive electrode active material. The active material comprises several primary particles. The porosity of positive electrode active layer is 40-60%. The average diameter of primary particles is 10 mu m or more.    USE - Positive electrode for lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (both claimed) such as motor vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle. Can also be used in electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The resistance of positive electrode is reduced. The occurrence of short-circuit in battery due to external impact can be prevented, so that reliability and service lifetime of the lithium ion secondary battery can be improved. The capacity and efficiency of battery are increased. The driving performance of vehicle is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the battery.    Positive electrode collector (33)    Positive electrode active layer (34)    Electrolyte layer (35)    Negative electrode collector (36)    Negative electrode active layer (37)
NOVELTY - The grating substrate has unit cell substrates that are provided with frame bones (22) in the edge portions (23). The unit cell substrates have a grating portion (21) consisting of vertical rail arranged in shape of square. The inclined frames (24) are provided diagonally with respect to the frame bones, which adjoin with the each other forming a hexagon shape.    USE - Grating substrate of lead storage battery for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the inclined frames adjoin with each other forming hexagon shape, deformation of grating substrate during manufacturing process can be suppressed and productivity can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows top views of grating substrate.    Grating portion (21)    Frame bone (22)    Edge portion (23)    Inclined frame (24)    Trimmed selvage (25)
NOVELTY - The cooling device (100) has blowing element (30) that supplies ventilation air to cool a module assembly (1) containing several battery modules (5) in a housing (2). An electrode (4) is connected between negative and positive electrode terminals (7,8) of the battery module. The blowing element is provided facing sequence direction of the battery module such that the cooling air covers whole region of the module assembly. A wiring unit (55) is provided at the sides of the battery module to form path for drawing out the wiring (27) from the battery module.    USE - Cooling device for battery e.g. nickel hydride secondary battery, lithium ion secondary battery and organic radical cell battery mounted in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The wiring unit is provided at the sides of battery module to form path for drawing out wiring from battery module such that the draft resistance for cooling air is avoided and the wiring is guided easily from each battery module to external device. The installation space for wiring unit is reduced such that the size of the battery cooling device is reduced and battery mounting property is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the battery cooling device.    Module assembly (1)    Housing (2)    Electrode (4)    Battery module (5)    Negative electrode terminal (7)    Positive electrode terminal (8)    Wiring (27)    Blowing element (30)    Wiring unit (55)    Cooling device (100)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a resin frame (5) which is directly adhered to a portion of outer surface of metal casing (2). The metal exposed surface of outer surface of metal casing not adhered by the frame is covered with insulation coating film (6).    USE - Electrical storage apparatus such as non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery and primary battery. Can also be used in fuel cell and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - Since the insulation coating film covers metal exposed surface of outer surface of metal casing not adhered by frame, the deterioration of electrical storage apparatus due to high temperature is prevented. The insulation is performed reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrical storage apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.(Drawing includes non-English language text).    Metal casing (2)    Lid (3)    Terminal (4)    Resin frame (5)    Insulation coating film (6)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery contains positive electrode, negative electrode, separator provided between positive electrode and negative electrode, and nonaqueous electrolyte containing lithium salt. The nonaqueous electrolyte contains ionic liquid containing bis(fluoro sulfonyl)imide anion as solvent. The negative electrode contains silicon carbide composite as negative electrode active material.    USE - Lithium secondary battery is used for mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, video camera and digital camera. Can also be used as power supply for bicycle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has excellent safety, and reduced generation of short circuits.
NOVELTY - The capacitor has a pair of lead lines (5,6) having one end joined to electrode extraction portion in the element (1) and other end is bent by the winding shaft. A cylindrical metal casing (7) accommodates the element with electrolyte solution. A sealing rubber (8) is provided with hole into which anode lead line (5) and cathode lead line (6) are penetrated and inserted in the opening of both the ends of metal casing respectively, and seals by drawing process of metal casing.    USE - Capacitor for use in motor vehicle such as hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The ends of lead lines are pulled out from the metal casing so that resistance component is reduced and low resistance is achieved and the capacitor responds to heavy current. The number of objects of capacitor is reduced such that size, weight and cost reduction are achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the capacitor. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Element (1)    Anode lead line (5)    Cathode lead line (6)    Metal casing (7)    Sealing rubber (8)
NOVELTY - The electronic device has fuel cell (BT) that is equipped with membrane electrode assembly whose electrolytic membrane is clamped with air electrode and fuel electrode. The housing (20) is equipped with mechanism (22) for transferring substance positioned in a surface opposite to main surface. A protrusion portion is provided in a surface side opposite to main surface of the housing in a state of operating joining element (30) so that main surfaces of both housing (10,20) are spaced apart.    USE - Electronic device e.g. mobile telephone, notebook type personal computer or electronic dictionary (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The prolonged use of the electronic device is enabled without inhibiting electric power generation of the fuel cell. The smooth electronic power generation of the fuel cell can be provided. The freedom degree of design is extended.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the electronic device.    Housing (10,20)    Mechanism (22)    Joining element (30)    Fuel cell (BT)    Display device (DYP)
NOVELTY - The system (S1) sets a vehicle parking facility side storage battery (31b) as an electric power supply unit (P) to which several target facility charging rate level is set. An optimal-planning unit (21c) derives the plan sum total charge/discharge amount with respect to one of the facility side storage battery and vehicle side storage battery (14b) while drawing an optimal operation plan of electric power supply unit. The charging and discharging priorities are determined according to setting conditions with respect to facility and vehicle charging rate levels.    USE - Power supply and demand system for hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The surplus electric power and insufficient electric power can be distributed efficiently to each of the vehicle side storage battery and parking facility side storage battery. The charging and discharging process of vehicle side storage battery and parking facility side storage battery can be regulated.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the power supply and demand system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle (10)    Vehicle side storage battery (14b)    Optimal-planning unit (21c)    Vehicle parking facility side storage battery (31b)    Electric power supply unit (P)    Power supply and demand system (S1)
NOVELTY - The circuit (350) has a voltage detecting part (320) to detect terminal voltage of a secondary battery among multiple secondary batteries (B1, B2). An amount acquisition part i.e. voltage change calculation part (335) acquires amount of voltage changes in the secondary battery in a predetermined time when an assembled battery (40) stops discharge. An out-of-balance determination part (336) determines imbalance in the electrical storage amount of the secondary batteries when a determination threshold-value acquired by the amount acquisition part exceeds a predetermined limit.    USE - Imbalance identifying circuit for use in a power supply control apparatus of a power supply device (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to an electronic device, portable personal computer, digital camera, mobile telephone, hybrid motor vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle and hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The circuit determines imbalance state of the secondary batteries with high precision from difference of the terminal voltage between secondary batteries.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) an out-of-balance reduction circuit    (2) an imbalance identification method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of an electric power system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Secondary batteries (B1, B2)    Assembled battery (40)    Voltage detecting part (320)    Voltage change calculation part (335)    Out-of-balance determination part (336)    Imbalance identifying circuit (350)
NOVELTY - A sodium rechargeable battery comprises electrodes (A and B), and non-aqueous electrolyte. The electrode (A) contains transition metal compound which can be doped and dedoped with sodium ion.    USE - Sodium rechargeable battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, motor vehicles, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle, and dispersion-type electric power storage.    ADVANTAGE - The sodium rechargeable battery has excellent charging and discharging performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sodium rechargeable battery comprises electrodes (A and B), and non-aqueous electrolyte. The electrode (A) contains transition metal compound which can be doped and dedoped with sodium ion. The transition metal compound is of formula: M3Z4, where M is transition metal element(s), preferably iron, and Z is element of group 16, preferably sulfur.
NOVELTY - The device has an energy production unit (101) for supplying electrical energy directly into an energy supply network i.e. common energy supply network, where the energy production unit comprises an inverter (107). The energy production unit has a combustion-motor propelled generator or a solar cell module (103) with a solar cell that is attachable at a vehicle exterior surface. The energy production unit produces the electrical energy depending on a charging condition battery or supplies the electrical energy into the energy supply network.    USE - Energy production device for use in a stationary energy charging station (claimed) for supplying electrical energy to a vehicle i.e. electric motor-propelled vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device is designed such that the excess energy supplied into the energy supply network can be avoided. The device can be manufactured in a cost effective manner and achieves a direct and loss-reduced coupling between the energy production unit and the energy supply network.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a stationary energy charging station for supplying electrical energy to a vehicle    (2) a method for producing electrical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an energy production device.    Energy production unit (101)    Solar cell module (103)    Energy meter (105)    Inverter (107)    Connection (109)
NOVELTY - The engine (1) has a charging device (6) increasing a pressure level in a fresh air line (5) for supplying fresh air to a combustion chamber (3) of the engine. A charge-air cooler (11) is coupled with a cooling circuit (12) of the engine, where the cooler is arranged in the fresh air line downstream to the charging device and upstream to the combustion chamber. A thermoelectric transducer (13) has a set of thermoelectric elements (14) that are coupled with the charged fresh air in a heat-transferring manner.    USE - Internal-combustion engine for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The thermoelectric transducer enables utilization of waste heat brought into the charged fresh air by the charging process for producing electricity, thus reducing fuel consumption of vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic view of an internal-combustion engine.    Internal-combustion engine (1)    Combustion chamber (3)    Fresh air line (5)    Charging device (6)    Charge-air cooler (11)    Cooling circuit (12)    Thermoelectric transducer (13)    Thermoelectric elements (14)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a program storage device (18) and a data storage device (20) e.g. flash memory, connected to a central control device (16) e.g. 32-bit controller. A sensor interface device (22) is connected to the control device to monitor functional parameters e.g. temperature, of lithium-ion cells (14a-14c) of an electrical device i.e. lithium ion battery. Read devices (44a-44c) are connected to the control device to read operational parameters of the cells. The control device, storage devices, interface device and the read devices are integrated in an integrated circuit (12).    USE - Battery management system for use in a motor vehicle for monitoring and controlling an electrical device i.e. lithium ion battery (claimed), working according to a galvanic principle.    ADVANTAGE - The control device, the program storage device, the data storage device interface device and the read devices are integrated in an integrated circuit, thus maximizing the degree of integration of the system so that the system can be manufactured in an expensive and compact manner, and hence extending applicability of the system. The integration of the system in the electrical device enables the electrical device to operate with high efficiency and extends service life of the electrical device. The integrated circuit/and or the system is designed to be robust against external electromagnetic interferences.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic circuit diagram of an integrated battery management system.    Battery management system (10)    Integrated circuit (12)    Lithium-ion cells (14a-14c)    Central control device (16)    Program storage device (18)    Data storage device (20)    Sensor interface device (22)    Read devices (44a-44c)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a set of cells connected with each other parallelly and/or serially, where the cells are arranged in a housing (1.1) and are represented as energy storages (2). The housing is formed as a double-walled housing, and a material (3) i.e. aluminum hydroxide, counteracting heat development within the housing is arranged between an external wall (1.1.1) and an internal wall (1.1.2) of the housing. The internal wall is formed as a perforated grid, and the material is flame-retardant.    USE - Battery for a vehicle e.g. electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The material counteracting heat development within the housing is arranged between the external wall and the internal wall of the housing, thus reducing damages of the housing during thermal loading of the housing, and hence reducing danger potential of flame development for vehicle occupants and/or the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side sectional view of a battery.    Battery (1)    Housing (1.1)    Housing external wall (1.1.1)    Housing internal wall (1.1.2)    Energy storage (2)    Material (3)
NOVELTY - The method involves determining parameters of a battery from loading phases. A deviation measure is calculated from the battery parameters for characteristics of reference batteries, where the reference batteries have different capacities. Capacity of the battery is determined or estimated based on an analysis of deviation measurements. Time course of current and voltage is evaluated for each of the loading phases, and starting parameters are determined, where the starting parameters characterize the beginning of the loading phases.    USE - Method for determining capacity of a battery of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The capacity of the battery is determined or estimated based on the analysis of deviation measurements, so that an automatic determination of the battery size in the vehicle can be achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating a method for regulation of battery sizes.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The vehicle has solar panels arranged on peripheral surfaces, carriage roof parts of a sedan bodywork, a coach bodywork or a truck carriage. Super capacitors (2) are installed below solar panel layers, and storage batteries (6) are arranged below seats of the sedan bodywork or the coach bodywork. An automatic adjusting device (5) of a safety seat is arranged in a sedan cab, and traveling space and anti-collision detecting systems and journey traveling shooting and recording systems are installed on front and back parts of the bodywork.    USE - Electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle is safe to use and inexpensive, and avoids accidents caused by illegal driving, and avoids pollution of tail gas exhaustion, eliminates the need for frequent charging, reduces charging time, increases traveling mileage and saves energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric vehicle.    Solar battery packs (1)    Super capacitors (2)    Wind energy assisted generating device (3)    Automatic adjusting device (5)    Storage batteries (6)
NOVELTY - Single-flake graphene production involves utilizing single-flake oxidized graphene, which is prepared by natural flake graphite. 0.27-1 mg/mL of single-flake oxidized graphene water dispersing liquid is prepared. 98 wt.% of concentrated sulfuric acid is dripped into single-flake oxidized graphene water dispersing liquid in 100:74-16 volume ratio under ice water bath condition. Reaction temperature is 60-100 degrees C. Reaction liquid is added into de-ionized water and cooled at room temperature. The obtained mixture is filtered by solvent filter.    USE - Method for producing single-flake graphene (claimed) for use in microelectronic elements, lithium ion batteries, fuel batteries and reinforced composite nano-material.    ADVANTAGE - The single-flake graphene production method is cost-effective, simple and safe.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The single-flake graphene is produced by utilizing single-flake oxidized graphene, which is prepared by natural flake graphite. 0.27-1 mg/mL of single-flake oxidized graphene water dispersing liquid is prepared. 98 wt.% of concentrated sulfuric acid is dripped into single-flake oxidized graphene water dispersing liquid in 100:74-16 volume ratio under ice water bath condition. Reaction temperature is 60-100 degrees C. Reaction liquid is added into de-ionized water and cooled at room temperature. The obtained mixture is filtered by solvent filter. The obtained filter cake is washed with de-ionized water. The filter cake is put into vacuum box for drying at 65-75 degrees C for 8-12 hours to obtain black graphene.
NOVELTY - The device has a copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film solar battery (1) arranged on an outer face of a vehicle viewfinder (3) and connected with a Schottky commuting diode (5), a microcontroller (6), a light induction self-monitoring switch (10) and an electric heating coil (7). The solar battery provides electric current to the electric heating coil to generate heating effect through a metallic conduction coil (9), the Schottky commuting diode, the microcontroller and the light induction self-monitoring switch to maintain glass mirror face of the viewfinder at specific temperature.    USE - Demisting device for copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film solar battery in a vehicle viewfinder.    ADVANTAGE - The electric current is input to the electric heating coil to generate heating effect through the metallic conduction coil, the Schottky commuting diode, the microcontroller and the light induction self-monitoring switch so as to maintain glass mirror face of the viewfinder at a specific temperature, thus condensing little cloud dots on the glass mirror face of the viewfinder to rapidly change into steam and evaporate, and hence guaranteeing drivers to observe situations beside and behind a vehicle clearly from bright and mist free glass mirror face of the viewfinder.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a demisting device for copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film solar battery.    Copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film solar battery (1)    Vehicle viewfinder (3)    Schottky commuting diode (5)    Microcontroller (6)    Electric heating coil (7)    Metallic conduction coil (9)    Light induction self-monitoring switch (10)
NOVELTY - The clamp (1) has movable jaw (20) and fixed jaw (21) that are connected to a clamping ring (5). The ring is tightened on a battery terminal by moving the jaws between a distant position and a closest position along a clamping direction using screw (30). The movement of the movable jaw is guided along the clamping direction on a plane (P) between the distant and closest positions using a guiding unit cooperating with the movable jaw.    USE - Clamp for male terminal such as battery terminal for grounding body of motor vehicle such as car.    ADVANTAGE - Since the clamp is equipped with a guiding unit to guide the movement of the movable jaw along the clamping direction on a plane between distant and closest positions, the tightening of the two jaws is enabled without producing any torsion on the jaws and clamping ring.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the clamp.    Clamp (1)    Clamping ring (5)    Movable jaw (20)    Fixed jaw (21)    Screw (30)    Plane between distant and closest positions (P)
NOVELTY - The generator has wheels (2) attached to a supporting structure. A solar module (3) is fastened to a box (10) i.e. plastic box. A load regulation module (4), a battery module (5), an inverter module (6) and connection modules (7, 8) are covered from sides by the box to protect the modules from rain and by the solar module from above. The solar module is sealed against the box in water-proof manner. The modules are fastened to a base plate (13), which is fastened to frames (1) of the supporting structure.    USE - Bicycle trailer like solar generator.    ADVANTAGE - The solar generator is built, manufactured and transported in simple and cost-effective manner. The generator can be easily drawn by a hand or bicycle over a long stretch, and easily brought into an application place according to local electricity requirement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified side perspective view of a solar generator.    Frames (1)    Wheels (2)    Solar module (3)    Load regulation module (4)    Battery module (5)    Inverter module (6)    Connection modules (7, 8)    Box (10)    Base plate (13)
NOVELTY - The solar radiation application method involves setting season temperature correction rate according to season during season delay time. The solar radiation temperature is increased or decreased based on the temperature value determined according to the solar radiation, which is applied in short-delay time.    USE - Solar radiation application method for full automatic temperature controller of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Ensures accurate temperature control by reducing solar radiation during summer season.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an operation algorithm.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the solar radiation application method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains disiloxane having 2-alkenyl group directly coupled to silicon atom, and electrolyte solution which is obtained by dissolving electrolytic salt in organic solvent.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte used for non-aqueous secondary battery (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to portable personal computer, hand-held video camera, information terminal, motor vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The non-aqueous electrolyte has excellent durability and provides battery with high electric capacitance and low internal resistance.
NOVELTY - A charge-transporting varnish contains quinone diimine derivative, which is oligoaniline derivative or its oxidant, electron-accepting dopant substance or hole-accepting dopant substance, and silane compound(s).    USE - Charge-transporting varnish is used for charge-transporting thin film used for organic electroluminescent element (both claimed), solar cell and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The charge-transporting varnish provides organic electroluminescent element having excellent light emission efficiency and luminance characteristics. The varnish provides thin film having high planar property and charge transporting property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A charge-transporting varnish contains quinone diimine derivative, which is oligoaniline derivative or its oxidant, electron-accepting dopant substance or hole-accepting dopant substance, and silane compound(s). The quinone diimine derivative is of formula: R1-(A-NH)n-(B-N(-R2))m-R3.    R1-R3=H, halo, hydroxy, amino, silanol, thiol, carboxy, phosphoric acid, phosphate ester, ester, thioester, amide, nitro, monovalent hydrocarbyl, organo oxy, organo amino, organosilyl, organothio, acyl or sulfonic acid group;    A,B=bivalent group of formula (i or ii);    R4-R11=R1;    m,n=1 or more;and    m+n=20 or less.
NOVELTY - Poly(5-nitroindole) loaded catalyst electrode comprises a layer of substrate material and a layer of catalyst layer, where the substrate material is composed of copper, iron, nickel and carbon materials. The catalyst layer is arranged upon the substrate material, and is composed of platinum, rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium, ruthenium, gold, silver and poly(5-nitroindole).    USE - Poly(5-nitroindole) loaded catalyst electrode for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The poly(5-nitroindole) loaded catalyst electrode is producible with improved dispersion degree and durability and ensures good thermal stability, high conductivity, strong adhesion force on the substrate material, and good electrochemical and chemical stability performance in acid or alkali solution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for producing poly(5-nitroindole) loaded catalyst electrode.
NOVELTY - The series connected hybrid driving system (100) comprises a hybrid drive controller (111), which is connected to a flywheel (106). An electromagnetic clutch (104) is provided, which opens and closes the connection between a reducer (103) and an engine (101). A drive motor unit (110) is connected to an induction machine (107), and is provided with the electricity from an electric power converting section (109). The electric power converting section is operated by the hybrid drive controller.    USE - Series connected hybrid driving system for use with flywheel for a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The drive motor unit is connected to an induction machine, and is provided with the electricity from an electric power converting section, where the electric power converting section is operated by the hybrid drive controller, and thus increases the life-time of the main battery by reducing flow of high discharge current in the main battery, and also increases the efficiency of the engine.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a driving method for a series connected hybrid driving system; and    (2) a computer readable recording medium for recording a program for driving a series connected hybrid driving system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a series connected hybrid driving system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Series connected hybrid driving system (100)    Engine (101)    Reducer (103)    Electromagnetic clutch (104)    Flywheel (106)    Induction machine (107)    Electric power converting section (109)    Drive motor unit (110)    Hybrid drive controller (111)
NOVELTY - A gel-type electrolyte composition comprises an ion conductive polymer solution and an electrolyte salt solution mixed in a volume ratio of 1:1 to 0.2:1.    USE - Gel-type electrolyte composition for electric double layer capacitor (claimed) that is utilized in an electronic device such as a fuel cell and a cellular phone.    ADVANTAGE - The ion conductive polymer solution has better chemical property and electrochemical characteristics. The composition improves the capacitance of the electrostatic capacitor over 100-1000 times, and prolongs the service life of the electric double layer capacitor. The composition saves material cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a gel-type electrolyte composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of an electric double layer capacitor including a gel-type electrolyte layer.    Top can (2)    Conductive adhesive (3)    Activated carbon electrode (5)    Gasket (7)    Gel type electrolyte layer (8)
NOVELTY - A fluorine-containing cross-linked film comprises a multi-layer film having 2-40 layers, which are formed by fluorine-containing ion-exchange resin. The layer has a cross-linked net structure with a conductivity of 40-150 millisiemens per centimeter (mS/cm), a tensile strength of 10-60 megapascals and a total thickness of 10-300 microns.    USE - Fluorine-containing cross-linked film.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorine-containing cross-linked film ensures high proton conductivity and size stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fluorine-containing cross-linked film comprises a multi-layer film having 2-40 layers, which are formed by fluorine-containing ion-exchange resin. The layer has a cross-linked net structure with a conductivity of 40-150 millisiemens per centimeter (mS/cm), a tensile strength of 10-60 megapascals and a total thickness of 10-300 microns. The cross-linked net structure has general formula (I).    R=methylene or perfluoro-methylene; and    n=0-10.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for producing fluorine-containing cross-linked film.
NOVELTY - The power supply device has pulse width modulation (PWM) unit (62) that carries out PWM control of electric power supplied to defogger from vehicle-mounted battery (4). The output voltage value of vehicle-mounted battery is time-sampled sequentially. The duty ratio of PWM control is determined based on the selected voltage values.    USE - Power supply device for supplying power to defogger, power window, electric-power-steering apparatus, air conditioner and seat heater of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The appropriate amount of electric power can be supplied to the defogger, even when the output voltage of battery changes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vehicle-mounted battery (4)    CPU (51)    Voltage input unit (57)    FET (61)    PWM unit (62)
NOVELTY - The device (1) has battery modules (4) that are arranged on module assembly (3) which is accommodated in housing (2). The air is emitted with respect to module assembly through blower (5). A direct current-direct current converter (6) is arranged downstream of the housing. The air is emitted in a direction opposite to heat emission direction of the converter.    USE - Device for cooling battery for propulsion motor of motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery module can be heated or cooled reliably so that performance degradation of the battery module can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the device for cooling battery.    Device for cooling battery (1)    Housing (2)    Module assembly (3)    Battery modules (4)    Blower (5)    Direct current-direct current converter (6)
NOVELTY - The automotive has doors (3) provided with a remote keyless system to permit or deny access. A door handle (2) manually generates electrical power, and a keyfob (7) sends radio frequency and/or low frequency-signal (8) to an electronic control unit (ECU) (4). An electrical energy storing unit (6) is energized by the door handle and a lightning dynamo. The ECU is located in one of the doors of the automotive, where energy is wirelessly transferred between the door handle and the ECU and/or the ECU and a door latch (1).    USE - Automotive i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The automotive performs electrical power generation by manually puffing an entire car or a part of the car into motion, transfers the motion to an electrical power generator i.e. dynamo, to generates electrical energy, and receives and processes the radio frequency and/or low frequency signal by pulling and/or turning the door handle in and out. The automotive actuates the door handle, so that the electronic control unit (ECU) is initiated and energy is stored in the energy storage unit, thus providing electrical energy to a motor of the automotive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an automotive.    Door latch (1)    Door handle (2)    Doors (3)    Electronic control unit (4)    Electrical energy storing unit (6)    Keyfob (7)    Radio frequency and/or low frequency-signal (8)
NOVELTY - The device has a compressor (40) for compressing oxidation agent i.e. atmospheric air. Liquid medium is brought in a supply line by a dosing device (24). A contact humidifier (18) i.e. gas/gas-charge air cooler, is supplied as cooling medium for cooling oxidation agent flow exhaust air of a fuel cell stack (12) via an exhaust air line (26). A membrane humidifier (16) is arranged downstream of the contact humidifier. The dosing device is loaded with product water that is generated in the stack. An electric motor (42) and/or a turbine (36) is used for driving the compressor.    USE - Humidifying device for use in a fuel cell system (claimed) of a motor vehicle for humidifying oxidation agent i.e. atmospheric air, flow supplyable to a fuel cell stack via a supply line.    ADVANTAGE - The contact humidifier is supplied as the cooling medium for cooling the oxidation agent flow exhaust air of the fuel cell stack via the exhaust air line, thus providing an improved humidifying device that can easily handle exhaust air of the fuel cell stack even at ambient temperatures below a freezing point. The device provides and cools liquid cooling water without much expenditure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for humidifying oxidation agent flow supplyable to a fuel cell stack via a supply line.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Membrane humidifier (16)    Contact humidifier (18)    Supply line (20)    Dosing device (24)    Exhaust air line (26)    Turbine (36)    Compressor (40)    Electrical motor (42)
NOVELTY - The aerodynamic structure (10) has an opening (34) formed in an outer surface (12) proximate a trailing edge (22), a leading edge (20), or both the trailing edge and the leading edge of the aerodynamic structure. An active flow control device set in fluid communication with the opening produces an unsteady jet of pulsed fluid that flows over the trailing edge, the leading edge, or both the trailing edge and leading edge of the aerodynamic structure so as to modify velocity of the aerodynamic structure.    USE - Aerodynamic structure with active circulation control, e.g. airfoil in blade of wind turbine, turbomachine and aerospace vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - An unsteady pulsed jet of chosen frequency and strength is blown over the leading or trailing edges of the aerodynamic structure, so that an instantaneous lift increase is achieved. The frequency of actuation is chosen to be high enough, to ensure that the time-averaged impact of the energizing jets provides overall lift increase at reduced system cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for active circulation control of aerodynamic structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a portion of a blade having active flow control devices.    Aerodynamic structure (10)    Outer surface of aerodynamic structure (12)    Leading edge of aerodynamic structure (20)    Trailing edge of aerodynamic structure (22)    Opening (34)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has a current collector (2), and a casing (3) for partially surrounding the cell. A connection region (4) is attached to the casing, which is provided with a polyethylene foil layer (5) and an aluminum foil layer. The casing is partially connected with the current collector in the connection region. The aluminum foil layer exhibits higher elasticity modulus than that of the polyethylene foil layer. A fiber-type structure (7) is arranged in a direction of tensile force, and the casing is attached to a conducting device (8).    USE - Galvanic cell for a battery (claimed) i.e. lithium-ion-battery, for supplying a drive of a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The galvanic cell is designed such that discharge of contents of the galvanic cell and penetration of the unwanted material into the galvanic cell are avoided, thus preventing failure or damage of the galvanic cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a battery comprising a wall for partially surrounding a galvanic cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side view of a galvanic cell.    Galvanic cell (1)    Current collector (2)    Casing (3)    Connection region (4)    Polyethylene foil layer (5)    Fiber-type structure (7)    Conducting device (8)
NOVELTY - Catalyst is composed of a carrier and an active platinum component, which is carried on the carrier. The carrier is nano-sized titanium carbide or nano-sized titanium nitride powder.    USE - Catalyst for use in electrode of fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst has good electric-conductibility, anti-corrosion and anti-oxidation capability, good electrocatalytic activity to hydrogen peroxide, and good carbon monoxide poisoning resistance property.
NOVELTY - Production of a porous inorganic membrane (I) involves (a) synthesizing a porous template membrane (II) of aluminum oxide by anodic oxidation, (b) depositing (II) on a support, (c) depositing and growing a metal on the supported (II) from the gas phase and (d) separating the obtained inorganic membrane (I) from the supported (II).    USE - The use of the membranes (I) is claimed in (i) purification and/or filtration of gases, (ii) preparation of fuel cells, sensors or functional electrodes or (iii) preparation of materials with magnetic properties. More generally porous membrames are useful in purification and/or filtration systems, fine chemistry and catalytic processes.    ADVANTAGE - Use of the porous alumina template membranes (II) allows porous inorganic membranes to be produced in a reduced number of stages. The metal component deposited in step (c) adapts completely to the structure of the template membrane, and in step (d) the template can be removed easily from the required membrane (I) by treatment under mild conditions. Membranes of almost any metal, alloy or metal compound (including membranes with layers of different materials) be obtained. The membrane thickness and pore dimensions are controllable based on the type of metal deposited, the nature of the template membrane and the experimental conditions (specifically the angle of deposition). A completely controlled, constant, ordered, symmetrical and homogeneous pore distribution is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the membranes (I) obtained by the process.
NOVELTY - The system has two vanadium redox flow battery stacks (3, 4) whose B-side outlets are connected to ends of two valves (42, 50). Other ends of the valves are combined together and connected to inlets of third and fourth valves (51, 52). An end of the third valve is connected to an inlet of a negative electrolyte heat exchanger (14), and an outlet of the fourth valve is connected with a negative electrolyte liquid accumulator (2) after being connected to an outlet of the negative electrolyte heat exchanger to form a negative electrolyte circulating loop.    USE - Vanadium redox flow battery system for a communication system.    ADVANTAGE - The system utilizes redundant technique in a circulating pump and the battery stacks, thus improving the reliability of a power supply system. The system forward or backward applies electric power to the semiconductor refrigeration assembly, so that the electrolyte can be cooled or heated. The system has reliable operation and long service life. The system allows overcharge and over-discharge without acid fog leakage, and protects environment from wastage, so that the system can be widely used in the communication system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a vanadium redox flow battery system for a communication system.    Negative electrolyte liquid accumulator (2)    Vanadium redox flow battery stacks (3, 4)    Negative electrolyte heat exchanger (14)    Valves (42, 48, 50, 51, 52)
NOVELTY - The battery has a cover body whose end is equipped with an end pole that is connected to a copper wire, where the middle part of the copper wire is placed in the cover body, and another end of the cover body is connected to a copper wire lug. A plugging notch provided in the copper wire lug is placed on an external surface of the cover body, where a flat copper sheet with two mutual vertical end surfaces is plugged into the plugging notch to form a battery polarity terminal.    USE - Motorcycle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery enables replacement of two types of batteries with one type of battery, thus satisfying demands of a client. The battery has wide application range and high market value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a motorcycle battery.
NOVELTY - The system has a sensor module arranged in a tire, and a solar cell assembly installed on a wheel disk. Conducting wires are respectively led out from positive and negative power supply ends of the solar cell assembly. The conducting wires are connected with the sensor module through a valve nozzle of the sensor module. The solar cell assembly comprises a protection plate arranged on an outer surface of a solar panel, which is in circular or square shape. The protection plate is made from a transmission material.    USE - Temperature and pressure monitoring system for a solar energy charged tire.    ADVANTAGE - The system uses the solar energy to charge the temperature and pressure sensor cells in the tire, thus prolonging the service life of the sensor cell and improving the performance of the system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a temperature and pressure monitoring system for a solar energy charged tire.
NOVELTY - The system has fuel supply unit that supplies hydrogen to the individual fuel cell (20). The output voltage of the fuel cell is converted into predetermined voltage, by direct current (DC)-DC conversion circuit (31). The setting of output voltage to preset value is controlled by voltage controller. The predetermined time for generation of maximum amount of hydrogen, is set to preset values based on value of output current. The preset voltage of fuel cell is set lower than output voltage, based on current-voltage characteristics.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in electronic device (claimed) such as mobile telephone. Can also be used in notebook type personal computer, motor vehicle such as train, industrial cogeneration system and noncommercial application, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The preset voltage of fuel cell is set lower than output voltage, based on current-voltage characteristics, and setting of preset time for generation of maximum amount of hydrogen. Hence the charging operation of the electronic device can be performed safely without influence of the load fluctuations. The structure of the fuel cell system is simplified without increasing the size and the cost. The electric power generation performance of the fuel cell system is improved effectively. The careless discharge of hydrogen from the fuel cell system with respect to the external environment can be prevented reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (20)    Circuit unit (30)    DC-DC conversion circuit (31)    Output connector (32)    Mobile telephone (50)
NOVELTY - A separator contains thermoplastic synthetic fiber, heat-resistant synthetic fiber and natural fiber. The thermoplastic synthetic fiber contains polyester fiber having crystallinity degree of 50% or more.    USE - Separator is used for electrical storage devices e.g. lithium ion secondary battery, lithium ion capacitor, polymer battery, aluminum electrolytic capacitor and electrical double layer capacitor (all claimed) used for electrical and electronic device and hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The separator has excellent durability, heat resistance, ion permeability, solvent resistance and short-circuit prevention property.
NOVELTY - The cooling device (1) has a heat exchanger plate (3) that contacts the emergency batteries (2a-2e) to cools the batteries. The heat exchanger tubes (4a,4b) including a low pressure refrigerant are provided to cool heat exchanger plate. An extraction pipe (5) is branched from a low pressure refrigerant pipe (25) that is attached between an indoor heat exchanger (22) and a compressor (21), so as to supply the refrigerant to the heat exchanger tube. A return pipe (6) is provided guide the refrigerant coming out from the heat exchanger tube, towards the downstream.    USE - Cooling device of emergency battery such as lead storage battery mounted in wireless base station. Can also be used in battery mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The flow volume of the branched low pressure refrigerant can be controlled effectively and the emergency battery can be maintained at appropriate temperature range without influencing the working condition of the air conditioner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the emergency battery cooling device.    Cooling device (1)    Emergency batteries (2a-2e)    Heat exchanger plate (3)    Heat exchanger tubes (4a,4b)    Extraction pipe (5)    Return pipe (6)    Compressor (21)    Indoor heat exchanger (22)    Low pressure refrigerant pipe (25)
NOVELTY - The assembly (400) has battery cells e.g. flake type battery cells, connected in series, and a cooling member (242) equipped with a refrigerant pipe (420). The cooling member is mounted on an exterior of battery modules (110, 120). The refrigerant pipe is installed in a plate body. A successive groove is formed in an exterior of the plate body. The refrigerant pipe is provided with a refrigerant inlet (430) and a refrigerant outlet (450) that are protruded from the plate body. The plate body is made of rubber, and the refrigerant pipe is made of metal material.    USE - Battery module assembly for use as a power source of an electro mobile and a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The assembly improves cooling efficiency, and is inexpensive. The assembly is light in weight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery module assembly.    Battery modules (110, 120)    Cooling member (242)    Battery module assembly (400)    Refrigerant pipe (420)    Refrigerant inlet (430)    Refrigerant outlet (450)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system (1) has fuel cell (10), and main fuel supply system (12) for supplying main fuel to fuel cell. A sub-fuel supply system (13) supplies sub-fuel such as ethylene glycol when the saturation vapor pressure of sub-fuel is lower than that of main fuel. The electronic control unit (ECU) (30) controls each portion of system such that the main fuel is replaced with sub-fuel when the operation of fuel cell is stopped.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The consumption of fuel is reduced, as main fuel is replaced with sub-fuel when operation of fuel cell is stopped. Hence operating cost is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawings includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell (10)    Main fuel supply system (12)    Sub-fuel supply system (13)    ECU (30)
NOVELTY - The pack (900) has multiple battery modules (102, 104) electrically connected to each other. An electrode terminal connection apparatus (300) is provided with a conductive conjunction member that is connected to electrode terminals of the battery modules. A power supply suspension cutter is mounted on the conductive conjunction member to shut off electricity of the conductive conjunction member when impact of vehicle is applied to the pack along a longitudinal direction (L). The power supply suspension cutter is made of an electrical insulating material.    USE - Medium-to large-sized secondary battery pack for use in a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The pack enables the power supply suspension cutter to shut off electricity of the conductive conjunction member when impact of vehicle is applied to the pack along longitudinal direction, thus blocking electrical contact between the battery modules, and hence reducing generation of critical point in a battery module level. The connection part of the electrode terminals are hermetically sealed from outside, thus preventing corrosion and moisture due to short circuit, and improving safety of the battery modules.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a medium-to large-sized secondary battery pack.    Longitudinal direction (L)    Battery modules (102, 104)    Electrode terminal connection apparatus (300)    Medium-to large-sized secondary battery pack (900)
NOVELTY - The members (162, 170) have a plate body with size suitable for interconnecting electrode terminals of battery cells arranged in a structure of column lines and row lines. The members directly connect the electrode terminals of the battery cells to the plate body when the members are not bent. A slit performing resistance welding with the electrode terminals is formed in the plate body. A notch is provided in a bend inductive groove that is formed in the plate body. The plate body is made of nickel.    USE - Electrode terminal connection members for use in a cell core of a battery i.e. lithium secondary battery, pack that is utilized as a power source of a notebook computer (all claimed). Can also be used for an electronic product such as a cellular phone, a portable DVD, a miniature personal computer, an electromobile and a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The members have simple structure, and facilitate connection of the battery cells. The members improve the productivity of the battery pack and the battery cell core-pack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a battery cell core-pack comprising a connection connecting part    (2) a battery cell core-pack manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating manufacturing process of a battery cell core-pack.    Battery cell core-pack (100)    Banks (110-130)    Electrode terminal connection members (162, 170)
NOVELTY - A solution comprising cerium nitrate hexahydrate (102) is combined with a solution comprising hexamethylenetetramine (104), to form a combined aqueous solution. The combined aqueous solution is then combined (108) with a solution comprising copper nitrate trihydrate to form further aqueous solution, which is then mixed (112) to produce nanoparticles (114).    USE - Method for producing nanoparticles used as catalyst in redox reaction e.g. water-gas shift reaction used in fuel cell (all claimed). Can also be used for chemical mechanical planarization.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables the production of nanoparticles having high defect density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for nanoparticle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows flow chart of production method of nanoparticles.    Cerium nitrate hexahydrate (102)    Hexamethylenetetramine (104)    Addition of copper nitrate and mix (108)    Step for mixing (112)    Collection of nanoparticles (114)
NOVELTY - The anti-theft safety device comprises a car battery (10), a formwork panel integrated in the car battery, a main control unit-main controller (20), a current detection circuit (30) and an anti-theft safety activating unit (40). The main control unit-main controller, the current detection circuit and the anti-theft safety activation unit are connected with the car battery. A metal oxide semiconductor is arranged in a switch (50), which is designed as a relay.    USE - Anti-theft safety device for a car battery.    ADVANTAGE - The main control unit-main controller, the current detection circuit and the anti-theft safety activation unit are connected with the car battery, and metal oxide semiconductor is arranged in switch, which is designed as a relay, and thus enables simple and easy operation of the anti-theft safety device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic circuit diagram of an anti-theft safety device of a car battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Car battery (10)    Main control unit-main controller (20)    Current detection circuit (30)    Anti-theft safety activating unit (40)    Switch (50)
NOVELTY - The tank (20) has a drain port (27) for ejecting water from an internal space of a reservoir housing (21), where the drain port is installed at a side portion of the reservoir housing. An outlet valve (28) is mounted in the drain port.    USE - Coolant reservoir tank for use in a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The tank utilizes the drain port and the outlet valve in the reservoir housing, thus preventing overflow phenomenon of the coolant in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a coolant reservoir tank.    Coolant reservoir tank (20)    Reservoir housing (21)    Suction port (23)    Drain port (27)    Outlet valve (28)
NOVELTY - A cooling medium supply portion supplies cooling medium from cooling medium supply communicating hole (316) to cooling medium passage. A cooling medium discharge portion discharges cooling medium from passage to cooling medium discharge communicating hole (317). An insulating coating (324) is provided in insulating portion placed between cooling medium supply portion and cooling medium discharge portion. The liquid resistance of cooling medium communicating hole and insulating portion is 1.5-30 kilo ohm per unit power generation cell and 0.2-15 mega ohm respectively.    USE - Fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor driven automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell can provide decrease in durability due to corrosion of separator under use environment and decrease in output performance due to excessive increase in contact resistance of separator with membrane electrode assembly (MEA). Hence, the highly stable output performance of fuel cell can be maintained over long period of time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plane view of the separator.    Anode side separator (302)    Fuel gas discharge communicating hole (313)    Cooling medium supply communicating hole (316)    Cooling medium discharge communicating hole (317)    Insulating coating (324)
NOVELTY - The pressure sensor (10) has a membrane interface surface that is formed in portion of cavity and a membrane is sealingly arranged in the cavity adjacent to the interface surface. A fluid in communication with a side of the membrane causes a deflection of the membrane so that the other side of the membrane contacts the interface surface. A sensing element measures deflection of the membrane and transmits the signal representing the deflection.    USE - Pressure sensor for fuel cell system (claimed) of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the membrane is contacting portion of membrane interface surface, resolution of the pressure sensor can be improved without increasing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system.    Pressure sensor (10)    Fuel cell stack (54)    Fuel tank (56)    Fuel conduit (58)    Fuel valve (60)
NOVELTY - Electrocatalyst, comprises a cylindrical nanostructured core of a transition metal coated with a continuous atomic layer of noble metal atoms.    USE - The electrocatalyst is useful in an energy conversion device (claimed). The electrocatalyst is useful as high performance electrodes in fuel cells and metal-air batteries.    ADVANTAGE - The electrocatalyst shows the higher catalytic activity, improved efficiency; minimizes platinum loading while simultaneously maximizing the available catalytically active platinum surface area and improving oxidation reduction reaction kinetics. The preparation of the electrocatalyst shows the controlled film growth and improved versatility, reproducibility, and efficient utilization of the source material. The method utilizes a submonolayer thin film of a costly platinum thus saving the cost of utilizing the source material in bulk form in multilayer thin film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) preparing the electrocatalyst comprising fabricating many cylindrical nanostructured cores of a transition metal, forming a continuous non-noble metal layer having a submonolayer or monolayer thickness on a surface of the cylindrical nanostructured cores, and immersing the cylindrical nanostructured cores in a solution comprising a noble metal salt; and    (2) an energy conversion device, comprising a first electrode (1), a conducting electrolyte (3), and a second electrode (2) where at least one of the first and second electrodes is comprised of electrocatalyst obtained by the above method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of the operating principles of the fuel cell comprising at least one electrode comprised of platinum or palladium nanorods.    First electrode (1)    Second electrode (2)    Electrolyte (3)    External circuit (4)
NOVELTY - An electrode ink composition (C1) comprises an electrode active material, and a solvent, where the solvent further contains a first solvent having a boiling point 150-170 degrees C at 1 atm, and a surface tension of greater than or equal to 30 dyne/cm at 25 degrees C.    USE - For ink-jet printing in electrode of secondary battery (claimed); used as a power source for mobile electronic devices, such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), or portable multimedia players (PMPs); a power source for driving motors of high power hybrid mobile vehicles or electric vehicles; or a power source for flexible displays, such as electronic ink (e-ink), electronic paper (e-paper), or flexible LCDs, or flexible organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) and also as power source for integrated circuit devices on printed circuit boards.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode ink composition has a moderate viscosity, and thus excellent stability and ejection properties can be maintained and printing efficiency may be increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a secondary battery electrode manufactured by ink-jet printing the electrode ink composition (C1); and    (2) secondary battery comprising the secondary battery electrode.
NOVELTY - The end unit has main bodies (18) arranged adjacent to a fuel cell stack, where each main body has a mating surface (22) and a cavity (26) formed on the mating surface. An impermeable barrier is arranged adjacent to the mating surface to cooperate with the cavity to form an insulating enclosure. An adhesive is arranged between a side of the impermeable barrier and the mating surface to secure the side of the impermeable barrier to the mating surface. The adhesive is selected a group consisting of a thermoplastic adhesive, a thermoset adhesive, a contact adhesive and a reactant adhesive.    USE - End unit for a fuel cell stack i.e. polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell stack, of a fuel cell system (claimed) that is used for supplying electricity to a vehicle such as electric vehicle and modern automobile. Can also be used for a phosphoric acid fuel cell stack, a solid oxide fuel cell stack and an alkaline fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - The end unit has the thin impermeable barrier thermally insulating another integrated end unit of the fuel cell stack. The end unit has an insulating wrap supplementing insulating effects of the barrier, thus militating against heat transfer within the end unit, and hence reducing the insulating cost of the end unit. The insulating wrap is compact and does not need to be removed for repairing the fuel cell stack.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - One of the metal, metal alloy, plastic and the plastic composite is used to form one of the main body and the impermeable barrier. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for fabricating an end unit of a fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a main body.    Main bodies (18)    Mating surface (22)    Fastening aperture (24)    Cavity (26)    Rib (28)    Cavity peripheral edge (39)
NOVELTY - The current collector has insulating plate attached to inside of end plate connected to both ends of fuel cell stack. The current collector plates having different resistance values are stacked on inside end plates. An electrode is integrally connected to each of current collector plate, and is extended outside of the end plates.    USE - Current collector of end plate for fuel cell used in motor vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in sports utility vehicle (SUV), bus, truck, aircraft, watercraft such as boat and ship, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, hydrogen-powered vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The current collector plates having different resistance values is mounted on end plates. The temperature of the fuel cell stack is rapidly increased to normal level during cold start, and start-up time of motor vehicle can be reduced. The voltage variation before and after cold start of fuel cell stack can be prevented, and stable power generation can be ensured. The durability of membrane electrode assembly can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for controlling current collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell stack.
NOVELTY - The bipolar-plate (14) has a plate including a header edge with a break point defining a header aperture, and another plate arranged adjacent to the former plate comprising another header edge defining another header aperture, where the header edges are spaced from each other. A portion of the break point abuts a portion of another break point of the latter header edge. The former break point and the former header aperture are aligned with the latter break and the latter header aperture. A set of tunnel outlets are arranged along one of the header edges.    USE - Electrically conductive bipolar-plate for a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bipolar-plate is provided with tunnel regions that freeze water, thus preventing the fuel cell from restarting, and hence increasing performance of the fuel cell. The bipolar-plate is cost-effective, and eliminates the need for additional components for removing water in the headers of the bipolar-plate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel cell comprising a membrane electrode assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell stack (10)    Membrane electrode assemblies (12)    Electrically conductive bipolar-plate (14)    Clamping plates (16, 18)    Unipolar end plates (20, 22)
NOVELTY - The structure has two pairs of symmetric convex ribs (111) located along an inner periphery of an accommodating space (11) of a housing (1). A set of concaves (112, 113) is formed naturally between the ribs. A unit cell stack (2) is made by stacking a cathode layer (21), a power generation electrode (22), an anode layer (23) and a connection disk (24) in sequence. A sealing disk (3) covers an opening of the space. A set of cathode through-holes (311, 312) fits through-holes (213, 214) of a cathode layer. A set of anode through-holes (321, 322) fits through-holes (233, 234) of an anode layer.    USE - Fuel cell assembly structure for a fuel cell for conducting chemical reaction and directly converting chemical energy into electrical energy by using a fuel e.g. hydrogen and oxygen.    ADVANTAGE - The structure is modulized, so that the structure allows easy replacement of only damaged component to lower usage cost, and enables capacity expansion to increase application range and product competitiveness. The fuel cell is easy to take apart and provides convenience during repair. The structure is simple in structure and geometrical in shape.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explode perspective view of components for a unit cell stack and a housing.    Housing (1)    Unit cell stack (2)    Sealing disk (3)    Accommodating space (11)    Cathode layer (21)    Power generation electrode (22)    Anode layer (23)    Connection disk (24)    Symmetric convex ribs (111)    Concaves (112, 113)    Through-holes (213, 214, 233, 234)    Cathode through-holes (311, 312)    Anode through-holes (321, 322)
NOVELTY - Preparing an electrode assembly/diffusion media, comprises: applying a catalyst ink comprising an electro catalyst material, an electrolyte, a solvent, and a co-solvent to a diffusion layer, where the co-solvent has a boiling point that exceeds at least that of the solvent; and heating the catalyst ink to at least partially remove the solvent from the diffusion layer.    USE - The method is useful for preparing an electrode assembly/diffusion media for a fuel cell (claimed). The fuel cell assembly is useful as a source of motive power in a car, truck, van, motorcycle or related automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The electrodes and diffusion media of a fuel cell minimizes the electrode cracking and concomitant membrane failure, and are manufactured at low costs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell comprising: an anode (131) configured to receive a first reactant through an anode diffusion media (134); a cathode (133) in ion exchange communication with the anode, where the cathode configured to receive a second reactant through a cathode diffusion media (135) where at least a portion of at least one of the anode diffusion media and the cathode diffusion media includes an electro catalyst formed by application of an ink comprising the electro catalyst, an electrolyte, a solvent and a co-solvent with a boiling point that exceeds that of the solvent such that upon curing the ink once applied to the at least one diffusion media, at least a portion of the co-solvent remains on the diffusion media even after the solvent has been substantially evaporated; and a membrane (132) disposed between the anode and cathode to effect the ion exchange.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows partially exploded, sectional view of a portion of the fuel cell stack.    Anode (131)    Membrane (132)    Cathode (133)    Anode diffusion media (134)    Cathode diffusion media. (135)
NOVELTY - The method involves connecting a bank of super capacitors between an electrical load (70) and a battery (37) that supplies power to the load. The capacitors are isolated from the battery, and a battery voltage at the battery is measured. A capacitor voltage indicating voltage on the bank is measured. A voltage difference between the battery voltage and the capacitor voltage is calculated. The capacitors are charged when the voltage difference is greater than a predetermined minimum voltage, where the charged capacitors reduce a rate of discharge from the battery to the load.    USE - Method for maintaining a level of charge between a battery and an electrical load using a energy storage module of an electrical vehicle (all claimed) e.g. material handling vehicle such as standing fore-aft stance operator configuration lift truck, that is utilized for moving pallets and loads of material. Can also be used for an electrical car, golf cart and wheel chair.    ADVANTAGE - The super capacitors are charged when the voltage difference between the battery voltage and the capacitor voltage is greater than the predetermined minimum voltage, where the charged capacitors reduce the rate of discharge from the battery to the load, thus maintaining the charge on the battery during use in an efficient and cost effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electrical vehicle comprising a power unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a control system of a lift truck.    Material handling vehicle (10)    Floor switch (20)    Display (55)    Load connector (65)    Electrical load (70)
NOVELTY - An electronic element outputs an electrical power adjusted by a switching power supply device, and an electronic control unit (ECU) (120) controls the operation of power supply device to control the operation of electronic element. When the ECU receives a heating request from a drive device or air-conditioner mounted in vehicle, the heat generated when the power supply device operates in a heat increasing mode in which heat generated from electronic element is increased more than that in a general operation state is supplied to the drive device or air-conditioner.    USE - Thermal management system for vehicles such as fuel cell vehicle, electrical vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The thermal management system which can perform heating of a device at a low cost, without using a special heating machine is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a control device of the thermal management system.    Inverter (21)    Cell stack (101)    Auxiliary machine (104)    Voltage converter (109)    ECU (120)
NOVELTY - The processor has a catalyst i.e. oxidation catalyst, supported in upstream portion (14), and another catalyst i.e. oxidation catalyst, supported in downstream portion (16), where the former catalyst is in fluid communication with the latter catalyst. Uncoated foam is positioned in upstream from the former catalyst such that the former catalyst resides between the foam and the latter catalyst. A fuel inlet is placed in thermal communication with the upstream portion. The former catalyst operates at higher temperature than the latter catalyst.    USE - Fuel processor i.e. autothermal and partial oxidation reformer-based processor, for use in a segmented catalyst system of a fuel cell for oxidation or autothermal reforming of fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The different catalysts are heated to optimum operating temperature to facilitate chemical conversion. The processor has long catalyst life. The processor provides a conduit for heat and fluids to traverse through the zones, thus establishing fluid communication between the temperature zones, and dissipating thermal energy generated in oxygen-rich upstream conversions, so as to protect heat sensitive, downstream noble-metal catalysts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for reforming flowing fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a segmented catalyst in operation.    Housing (11)    Upstream portion (14)    Downstream portion (16)    Leading edge (19)    Mid portion (21)
NOVELTY - The electrode (20) comprises a carbon nanostructure selected from one of fullerene, single-walled carbon nanotube, multi-walled carbon nanotube and carbon nanohorn. The carbon nanostructure is coated with a contiguous atomic layer of noble metal atoms such as ruthenium atoms.    USE - Electrode for supercapacitor (claimed) used in e.g. backup power supply for memory, microcomputer, clock, electrical power load leveling, battery augmentation, pulse discharge application such as wireless communication products, hybrid-electric vehicle and fuel cell powered vehicle, and residential or commercial energy storage apparatus. Can also be used in battery and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The high specific area and greater access to intrapore surfaces are achieved by using carbon nanohorn. The carbon nanohorn can be fabricated easily. The energy storage in capacitor is increased by using high-surface-area nanostructure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method of depositing contiguous noble metal thin film on carbon nanostructure; and    (2) supercapacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the supercapacitor.    Current collector (10)    Electrode (20)    Separator layer (30)    Annular gasket (40)
NOVELTY - A vaporization heat-transfer unit (3) has a heat-transfer portion that absorbs heat from a heat-emitting component and vaporizes pure water from a pure-water piping (5). A vacuum pump (6) sucks the water vapor from vaporization heat-transfer unit and supplies pure water to vaporization heat-transfer unit. The sucked water vapor is introduced into a fuel cell system (9) and made to react with the methane supplied from a fuel piping (10) to obtain hydrogen.    USE - Cooling system for cooling heat-generating electronic component of server in data center.    ADVANTAGE - The heat-emitting component can be cooled efficiently. The power consumption of the data center can be reduced, and the global warming prevention is achieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the cooling system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vaporization heat-transfer unit (3)    Pure-water piping (5)    Vacuum pump (6)    Fuel cell system (9)    Fuel piping (10)
NOVELTY - The gas sensor (1) has an opening portion (2B) for introducing target gas e.g. hydrogen gas into a gas detection chamber (2A). A sensor unit (4) is positioned in the interior of gas detection chamber, for detecting the concentration of target gas. A filter (6) with explosion protection property and waterproofness, is provided in the opening portion.    USE - Gas sensor e.g. hydrogen sensor for use in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The permeation of water content to the gas sensor unit can be prevented by a simple structure, and the abnormal operation by water can be prevented. The malfunctioning of the sensor output can be prevented, and the response of gas sensor can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the gas sensor.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas sensor (1)    Gas detection chamber (2A)    Opening portion (2B)    Sensor unit (4)    Filter (6)
NOVELTY - The pair of positioning layers (10) are stacked at peripheral portion (2) of foam-metal sheet (1). The flexible coating layers (20) are formed at the positioning layers. The adhesion layers (30) are formed at positioning layers, and re-peelable adhesive property is provided to the contact surface (11) of peripheral portion of foam-metal sheet with respect to the positioning layers. The antistatic treatment is performed at positioning layers and the coating layer.    USE - Measuring jig for measuring surface characteristics of foam-metal sheet for fuel cell. Can also be used in measuring surface characteristics of porous board, printed wiring board, semiconductor wafer, solar cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The re-peelable adhesive property is provided to contact surface of peripheral portion of foam-metal sheet with respect to positioning layers, so that the mechanical strength of foam-metal sheet is improved and damage to the sheet is suppressed. The surface characteristics of the sheet can be measured easily. The adhesion of foreign material to the surface coating layer, is prevented. The airtight property during conveyance of foam-metal sheet is improved. The influence of static electricity with respect to the sheet is reduced, by performing antistatic treatment at positioning and coating layers. The peeling of coating layers from positioning layer is prevented, so that insertion and withdrawal of sheet are simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the measuring jig.    Foam-metal sheet (1)    Peripheral portion (2)    Positioning layer (10)    Contact surface (11)    Flexible coating layer (20)    Adhesion layer (30)
NOVELTY - The detector (30) has an electric power controller (22) that controls electric power supplied to the heater (15) of a limiting current-type oxygen sensor (10) so as to heat oxygen sensor to preset value. A converter (23) converts limiting current of the oxygen sensor into a voltage signal, when the oxygen sensor is heated using heater. A determination unit (31) determines abnormality of the oxygen sensor based on the voltage signal received from the converter.    USE - Detector for detecting abnormality of limiting current-type oxygen sensor of fuel cell system (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Abnormality of the oxygen sensor can be determined appropriately based on the voltage signal received from the converter. Hence, secular change of oxygen sensor can be compensated effectively after determining abnormality of oxygen sensor. Oxygen concentration detection can be performed effectively by oxygen sensor. The necessity of installing air flow meter in the piping can be eliminated so that implementation cost of the fuel cell system can be reduced. Oxygen sensor can be heated effectively using heat of exhaust gas of heating unit so that the power consumption of the heater can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel cell system; and    (2) failure detection system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the abnormality detector. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Oxygen sensor (10)    Heater (15)    Electric power controller (22)    Converter (23)    Abnormality detector (30)    Determination unit (31)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has chargeable and dischargeable electric power generation element (16) has two or more cells (15) which are formed by positive electrode (12) and negative electrode (13) opposing through a separator (14) containing electrolyte, and laminated. A dimension adjustment layer (18) carries out dimensional change in absorption direction of electric power generation element, for charging and discharging of electric power generation element.    USE - Bipolar type secondary battery for small sized assembled battery structure mounted in vehicle (both claimed) e.g. electric vehicle. Can also be used for series hybrid motor vehicle, and parallel hybrid vehicle, motor vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, motorbike, three-wheeled vehicle, electric train, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Expansion and contraction of electric power generation element accompanied with the charge and discharge of the secondary battery is tracked and the appropriate pressure inside the electric power generation element is maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the secondary battery.    Secondary battery (1)    Positive electrode (12)    Negative electrode (13)    Separator (14)    Cell (15)    Electric power generation element (16)    Dimension adjustment layer (18)
NOVELTY - The electrode (16) has a collector (11) comprising metal layers (1a,1b) that is pinched by resin layers (2a-2c), such that thickness of the metal layer is smaller than the thickness of the resin layer. A positive electrode layer (13) is electrically coupled with the lower surface of the collector, and a negative electrode layer (15) is electrically coupled with the upper surface of the collector. The polymeric material is dispersed in electroconductive metal filler contained in the resin layer.    USE - Bipolar type electrode for use in secondary battery such as lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (both claimed) such as electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The reliability and durability of the bipolar type electrode over a long period of time can be improved and weight of the electrode can be reduced by using a simple arrangement, so that charging and discharging efficiency of the battery can be improved. The liquid junction potential between the positive electrode layer and negative electrode layer can be prevented, by interrupting the movement of ions through the resin layer. The vibration resistance performance of the electrode can be improved, since the resin layer is formed between the negative electrode layer and metal layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the bipolar type electrode.    Metal layers (1a,1b)    Resin layers (2a-2c)    Collector (11)    Positive electrode layer (13)    Negative electrode layer (15)    Bipolar type electrode (16)
NOVELTY - The storage battery has a positive electrode cell (3) holding the electrolytic solution containing ascorbic acid, which is contacted with a positive electrode (5). A negative electrode cell (4) holding the electrolytic solution, is contacted with a negative electrode (6). A separation membrane (2) is arranged between the positive and negative electrodes. The electric charge is charged and discharged by the reaction of bivalent and trivalent ferric irons in the positive and negative electrode cells.    USE - Redox flow-type storage battery used in factories and domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - The raw material cost of the storage battery can be reduced reliably, and safety of the storage battery can be ensured effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the storage battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Reaction cell (1)    Separation membrane (2)    Positive electrode cell (3)    Negative electrode cell (4)    Positive electrode (5)    Negative electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The storage battery has a positive electrode cell (3) holding the carbon material containing carbon black and graphite, which is contacted with a positive electrode (5). A negative electrode cell (4) holding the carbon material, is contacted with a negative electrode (6). A separation membrane (2) is arranged between the positive and negative electrodes. The electric charge is charged and discharged by the reaction of bivalent and trivalent ferric irons in the positive and negative electrode cells.    USE - Redox flow-type storage battery used in factories and domestic applications.    ADVANTAGE - The internal resistance of the battery can be reduced reliably and the charging and discharging efficiency of the storage battery can be improved effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the storage battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Reaction cell (1)    Separation membrane (2)    Positive electrode cell (3)    Negative electrode cell (4)    Positive electrode (5)    Negative electrode (6)
NOVELTY - A bipolar-type secondary-battery collector (10) has a base material (11) containing a polymeric material (a) and a conductive fiber (12) dispersed to the base material. The conductive fiber contains metal fiber comprising a metal component and a polymeric material (b). At least one portion of the surface of the metal fiber is coated with a graft polymer obtained by graft-polymerizing unsaturated carboxylic acid to polymeric material (b).    USE - Collector is used for bipolar-type secondary battery for assembled battery used for vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The collector has excellent electroconductivity. The bipolar-type secondary battery formed using the collector has improved power density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) bipolar-type secondary battery;    (2) assembled battery;    (3) vehicle; and    (4) manufacture of collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the collector.    Collector (10)    Base material (11)    Conductive fiber (12)
NOVELTY - A microporous layer (2) consists of voids having diameter of 5-15 mu m and voids having diameter of 0.2-0.5 mu m.    USE - Microporous layer used for manufacturing gas diffusion layer for electrolytic membrane electrode assembly used in fuel cells for vehicles (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to polymer electrolyte fuel cells, phosphoric acid fuel cells, alkaline fuel cells, solid oxide fuel cells and molten carbonate type fuel cells used as power supply for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The microporous layer provides gas diffusion layer which can prevent flooding in high current density region and can raise voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gas diffusion layer (1); and    (2) electrolytic membrane electrode assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the gas diffusion layer.    Gas diffusion layer (1)    Microporous layer (2)    Base material layer (3)
NOVELTY - A slurry containing a primary electrode material of porous structure having primary active material as main component, a secondary electrode material of precise structure having secondary active material as main component, a conductive support agent and a binder is applied on a collector and dried to manufacture battery electrode.    USE - Manufacture of battery electrode for lithium ion secondary battery used for assembled battery used for vehicles (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The battery electrode capable of producing lithium ion secondary battery having excellent output and high energy density is manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) lithium ion secondary battery;    (2) assembled battery; and    (3) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart for manufacture of battery electrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery has connection seat (2) and collectors (5a,5b), that are insulated with a battery cover (6) through internal packing (4b) and external packing (4a). The battery cover is provided with positive and negative electrode terminals, and formed through-holes (12a,12b). One of the electrode terminals is equipped with two rivets (3a,3b) which are penetrated into through-holes, and internal packing (4ba,4bb) corresponding to rivets.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, personal computer, video camera and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of crack in internal packing can be prevented, the crimping of rivets can be performed easily, the reliability of the battery can be improved and the airtight effect relative to battery can be maintained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the terminal structure of the non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    Connection seat (2)    Rivets (3a,3b)    External packing (4a)    Internal packing (4b,4ba,4bb)    Collectors (5a,5b)    Battery cover (6)    Through-holes (12a,12b)
NOVELTY - The assembled battery has battery holding structure (13) including accommodating sections to accommodate individual cells (11) connected in series or parallel. The terminal pressing portion (19) is provided corresponding to terminal holding portion of battery holding structure. The cells are accommodated such that maximum surface areas are parallel to bottom surfaces. The electrically connected terminals of individual cells are contacted to electrically conductive structure by using terminal pressing portion.    USE - Assembled battery for use in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrically connected terminals of individual cells connected in series or parallel, are contacted to electrically conductive structure by using terminal pressing portion. Hence holding and connection processes of individual cells can be performed simultaneously. The manufacturing process of the assembled battery is simplified within short time. The electrically conductive structure is positioned at terminal holding portion or terminal pressing portion, so that the disconnection of individual cells accommodated at the assembled battery, can be avoided even during vibration or impact. The cells are fixed firmly, so that the vibration of cells is prevented. The connection between terminals of cells is simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of external structure of the assembled battery.    Cells (11)    Battery holding structure (13)    Terminal pressing portion (19)    Bolt (20)    Terminals of assembled battery (21,22)
NOVELTY - The system (100) has the solid-polymer electrolyte fuel cell (110) that is provided with the anode and cathode catalyst layers. An electrolyte layer is formed between the anode and cathode catalyst layers so as to form the membrane electrode assembly. An enzyme supply unit (130) is connected with the oxidizing agent gas supply line (161) to supply the enzyme (132) to a fuel gas supply pipe (152) so as to disassemble the hydrogen peroxide produced in the fuel cell while detecting the control stop operation of fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for fuel cell electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen peroxide produced in the fuel cell is disassembled while detecting the control operation of fuel cell, the deterioration of the electrolyte layer of the fuel cell of the fuel cell system is prevented. Thus, the electric power generation performance of the fuel cell system is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (100)    Solid-polymer electrolyte fuel cell (110)    Enzyme supply unit (130)    Enzyme (132)    Fuel gas supply pipe (152)    Oxidizing agent gas supply line (161)
NOVELTY - The positive or negative electrode (14,17) has resin permeation section that allows non-ionic resin to permeate. The outer periphery of electrode processing section of positive electrode is located in similar to or inwardly with respect to outer periphery of electrode processing section of negative electrode.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery e.g. non-bipolar type and bipolar type lithium ion secondary battery of assembled battery mounted in vehicle (both claimed) e.g. electric vehicle such as four-wheeled vehicle e.g. car. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle such as electric train, two-wheeled vehicle e.g. motorbike, four-wheeled vehicle e.g. truck, bus, and in uninterruptible power system.    ADVANTAGE - Concentration of current density can be prevented with respect to peripheral portion of the negative electrode by providing secondary battery having specific non-ionic resin section, so that dendrite formation can be prevented. Mechanical strength of the battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the lithium ion battery.    Battery (1)    Collector (13,16)    Positive electrode (14)    Electrolyte layer (15)    Negative electrode (17)
NOVELTY - A wrapping material (1) has an aluminum foil layer as inter layer arranged between a heat-resistant-resin stretched film layer (2) as an outer side layer and a thermoplastic resin unstretched-film layer (3) as inner side layer. The thermoplastic resin unstretched-film layer and the aluminum foil layer (4) adhered through an adhesive layer (6) which formed using carboxyl-group containing polyolefin resin, and polyisocyante compound.    USE - Wrapping material is used for cases of battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery(claimed) used as power supply for notebook personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone, and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The wrapping material has excellent adhesiveness, moldability, durability, and suppresses the generation of pin hole in a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the wrapping material.    Wrapping material (1)    Heat-resistant-resin stretched film layer (2)    Thermoplastic resin unstretched-film layer (3)    Aluminum foil layer (4)    Adhesive layer (6)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has fuel cell stack that is stored in an aluminum casing (40) mounted in the vehicle chassis. Several fluid piping such as coolant piping (30) and a gas piping (31) comprise distribution and collection portions that are connected to the fuel cell stack arranged in the casing. An insulating material is arranged in inner surface of the casing for insulating fuel cell stack and fluid piping.    USE - Fuel cell for electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Fluid piping can be connected effectively to fuel cell stack arranged in casing. Hence, damage to the fuel cell stack during vehicle collision can be avoided and safety of the passenger of the vehicle can be ensured. Electric insulation between piping and casing can be maintained by providing insulating material so that penetration of water into the casing can be avoided. Since the casing is made of aluminum, weight of the casing can be reduced and heat dissipation effect can be improved. Since the insulation coating is provided in the inner surface of the casing, inner space of the casing can be utilized effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Coolant piping (30)    Gas piping (31)    Casing (40)    Flange (40c)    Extending portion (42)
NOVELTY - A sulfide-type solid electrolyte contains amorphous-like lithium sulfide-antimony sulfide-type composition.    USE - Sulfide-type solid electrolyte is used for battery used as power supply for personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The sulfide-type solid electrolyte is highly reliable, and has excellent lithium ion conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sulfide-type solid electrolyte contains amorphous-like lithium sulfide-antimony sulfide (Li2S-Sb2S3)-type composition. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of sulfide-type solid electrolyte, which involves preparing a raw material composition containing lithium sulfide (Li2S) and antimony sulfide (Sb2S3), and subjecting the raw material composition to amorphous-forming process to obtain amorphous-like lithium sulfide-antimony sulfide-type composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the manufacturing method of sulfide-type solid electrolyte. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has several electrical storage elements (10) which are arranged along predetermined direction. The restraining force (F) is generated towards electrical storage elements by a constraint rod (50). The constraint rod is provided with bending portion (50a) for releasing restraining force. The constraint rod is deformed according to rise in temperature.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus e.g. battery module mounted in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle e.g. car.    ADVANTAGE - The restraining force with respect to electrical storage elements, can be cancelled easily by deforming bending portion according to rise in temperature. The heat transmitted to other storage elements can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of electrical storage apparatus.    Electrical storage apparatus (1)    Electrical storage elements (10)    Constraint rod (50)    Bending portion (50a)    Restraining force (F)
NOVELTY - The stack case (100) has a locking mechanism which controls removal of cover (14) of case based on the electric power generation voltage of fuel cell stack (16). The locking mechanism releases the lock state of fuel cell stack when the electric power generation voltage of stack is less than predetermined value.    USE - Stack case for fuel cell stack used for driving vehicle. Can also be used for electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The exchange of fuel cell stack accommodated in the case can be done as per the requirement. Thus high safety with respect to the stack at the time driving can be ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of stack case.    Stack accommodating portion (12)    Cover (14)    Fuel cell stack (16)    Single cell (18)    Stack case (100)
NOVELTY - A capacitor element (3) has a metallized film (31) that is formed by laminating positive electrode layer (311), insulator (313) and negative electrode layer (312). The positive electrode portion (321) and negative electrode portion (322) contact positive and negative electrode layers respectively. The capacitor element axial center (33) is arranged in gravity center position (G) of metallized film in the direction orthogonal to the winding axial direction of metallized film and the capacitor element is fixed in the predetermined position by a fixing unit.    USE - Single capacitor element of capacitor module for power converter device (all claimed) such as inverter used in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the single capacitor element is fixed in the predetermined position by arranging the axial center in gravity center position of metallized film in the direction orthogonal to the winding axial direction of metallized film, propagation of vibration from the metallized film can be suppressed. Hence malfunction of the power converter device can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for capacitor module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the longitudinal cross-sectional view and sectional view of the single capacitor element. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Capacitor element (3)    Metallized film (31)    Capacitor element axial center (33)    Positive electrode layer (311)    Negative electrode layer (312)    Insulator (313)    Positive electrode portion (321)    Negative electrode portion (322)    Metallized film gravity center position (G)
NOVELTY - Two-phase electro mechanical device has four electromagnetic coils (30A,30B) and six permanent magnets (20). The permanent magnets are arranged between the electromagnetic coils at predetermined distance. The distance between cores of adjacent electromagnetic coils is 1.5 times of magnetic pole pitch of permanent magnet.    USE - Two-phase electro mechanical device e.g. brushless motor and brushless generator used in electronic device e.g. projector, fuel cell use apparatus e.g. fuel cell type mobile telephone, robot, mobile device e.g. electric power assisted bicycle (all claimed). Can also be used in drum type washing machine, roller coaster, fuel cell digital camera, fuel cell type video camera, fuel cell type personal computer, fan motor, time piece, optical memory device, polygon mirror drive device and magnetic storage apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since the permanent magnets are arranged between the electromagnetic coils at predetermined distance, the torque balance is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view of the motor.    Permanent magnet (20)    Electromagnetic coils (30A,30B)    Magnetic sensor (40A)    Rotor (50)    Stator (60)
NOVELTY - A charging cable connection detection unit detects connection state of charging cable (4) with respect to vehicle-mounted outlet socket (7). The battery (15) mounted in vehicle, is charged through the cable using power from external power supply (3) along charging path (1CR). The alternating current (AC) apparatus (6) is electrically fed from battery through socket along feed route (1SR) and from external power supply along feed path (2SR). A feed route switch control unit selects feed route based on detection result.    USE - Electronic controller for controlling electrical power feeding of outlet socket mounted in plug-in hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since feed routes from battery or external power supply to outlet socket connected to AC apparatus is selected based on connection state of charging cable with socket, efficient electrical feeding of AC apparatus with reduced electric power loss can be performed reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) plug-in vehicle; and    (2) feed route switching method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a functional block diagram of the plug-in hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Charging path (1CR)    Feed routes (1SR,2SR)    External power supply (3)    Charging cable (4)    AC apparatus (6)    Vehicle-mounted outlet socket (7)    Battery (15)
NOVELTY - The system has circuit breaker (19) for releasing connection between electric power system (10) and bus-lines (8) at time of abnormality in electric power system. The voltage of bus-line is maintained to a predetermined value by inverter (16), after releasing connection between electric power system and bus-lines. The electric current supplied to resistor (13) of load installation (11) is adjusted by current regulator, so that same amount of electric power is generated by electric power system with respect to direct-current (DC) power generated by fuel cell (1).    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system used in industrial applications.    ADVANTAGE - The reliability of the fuel cell electric power generation system can be improved effectively, and the running cost of the fuel cell electric power generation system can be reduced reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (1)    Bus-line (8)    Electric power system (10)    Load installation (11)    Loading resistor (13)    Inverter (16)    High speed circuit breaker (19)
NOVELTY - The molding material has a base material made of ethylene-olefin type copolymer rubber. The plate-shaped barium sulfate is coated on the base material. A strip-shaped lead (5) is connected to an electrode structure (4). A case (2) of lithium ion secondary battery (1) is accommodated with an electrolyte solution (3).    USE - Molding material for seal used for secondary battery such as lithium ion secondary battery (both claimed) used in motor vehicle, electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration in characteristics of electrolyte solution can be suppressed effectively and lifetime of the secondary battery can be increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the lithium ion secondary battery.    Lithium ion secondary battery (1)    Case (2)    Electrolyte solution (3)    Electrode structure (4)    Strip-shaped lead (5)
NOVELTY - An electrode forming material consists of composite particles containing electrode active material and binder, and having surface average porosity of 15% or more.    USE - Material used for forming electrode of electrochemical element (claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery, electrical double layer capacitor and lithium ion capacitor used as power supply for mobile telephone, notebook type personal computer and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the electrode active material layer contains the composite particles having high surface average porosity, the diffusability of the electrolytic ion is improved and the internal resistance of the electrode is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the electrode formation material.
NOVELTY - The separator has a molded object consisting of a groove used as a gas flow path. The static contact angle of a groove bottom surface and the static contact angle of an electrode contact portion at the groove formation surface side are set in the range of 10-70 degrees . The absolute value of the difference between each static contact angle is set less than 10 degrees .    USE - Separator for fuel cell used in e.g. domestic electric power generation, campsite, motor vehicle, small vessel, satellite and power supply for space exploration.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency is maintained stably for a long period of time by maintaining the hydrophilicity of the groove bottom portion and electrode contact portion in a favorable state.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for separator manufacturing method.
NOVELTY - A separator consists of 4-methyl-1-pentene polymer fiber porous sheet having ratio of thickness and fabric weight of 1.0-5.0. The sheet has thickness of 5-100 mu m, fabric weight of 5-50 g/m2, porosity of 10-70% and maximum hole diameter of 30 mu m or less. The 4-methyl-1-pentene polymer is 4-methyl-1-pentene- alpha -olefin random copolymer containing 80-99.9 wt.% of 4-methyl-1-pentene and 0.1-20 wt.% of 2-20C alpha -olefin. The alpha -olefin is 1-decene, 1-dodecene, 1-tetradecene, 1-hexadecene, 1-octadecene or 1-eicosene.    USE - Separator for lithium ion battery. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, mobile personal computer, Personal Handy-phone System, hybrid vehicle and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The separator has reduced thickness and provides batteries having excellent high temperature shutdown characteristics. The separator has excellent mechanical strength, stability with respect to electrolyte solution, favorable electrolyte or ion transmittance and low electrical resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the fiber porous sheet.
NOVELTY - An electrode-collector laminate consists of an electrode layer containing an active material consisting of binder containing fibrous aramid resin, provided on the surface(s) of a collector layer having through-hole in the thickness direction. The electrode layer and collector layer are integrated through the binder.    USE - Electrode-collector laminate is used for capacitors and batteries used in mobile communication apparatus, hybrid vehicles, and electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode-collector laminate has excellent heat resistance, and provides capacitors and batteries having excellent handleability and output characteristics, and low internal resistance. Moisture content leading to deterioration is removed efficiently by using aramid fiber having excellent heat resistance as binder.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electrode-collector laminate.
NOVELTY - The device has battery (4) which is connected with 24V power supply line (8) for supplying power to high voltage load (16). A 12V power supply line (10) is connected with batteries (2,4) which are connected in series, for supplying power to low voltage load (14). A generator (18) is connected to 24V power supply line and driven with engine. A voltage regulator (20) is connected with 12V and 24V power supply lines. The input voltage of 24V power supply line is converted into preset ratio and outputted to 12V power supply line such that voltage of batteries is balanced.    USE - Power supply device for vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage of batteries can be recovered favorably. The electric power generation amount of generator can be improved. The durability of battery can be improved. The number of batteries mounted in vehicle can be restrained. The weight of power supply device can be reduced and layout property can be improved. The occurrence of dark current at the time of halt of engine, can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of power supply device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Batteries (2,4)    Power supply lines (8,12)    Low voltage load (14)    High voltage load (16)    Generator (18)    Voltage regulator (20)
NOVELTY - The device has a power supply circuit including a low voltage load (12) and a high voltage load (14). A battery (2) supplies electric power to both low and high voltage loads, and a battery (4) connected in series with battery (2) supplies electric power to high voltage load. A voltage transducer (18) is operated to convert the voltage inputted from a high voltage circuit (8) to a low voltage circuit (10), based on the detection of operation state of both the batteries. The voltage transducer is controlled for balancing the operation states of both the batteries.    USE - Power supply device of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - A favorable electric power supply with respect to the low voltage load and high voltage load can be achieved with minimum number of batteries, and the fall of lifetime of the batteries is prolonged by balancing the operation states of the batteries. The weight of the power supply device is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the power supply device of vehicle.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Batteries (2,3)    High voltage circuit (8)    Low voltage circuit (10)    Low voltage load (12)    High voltage load (14)    Voltage transducer (18)
NOVELTY - The battery holder (2) has batteries (4a,4b) and a holding device (6), where the batteries are attached to the holding device. The holding device is linked between the batteries and the motor vehicle such that the holding device is fixed on a flat connection (S) in the motor vehicle. The flat connection is implemented by a metallic continuity.    USE - Battery holder for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The holding device is linked between the batteries and the motor vehicle such that the holding device is fixed on a flat connection in the motor vehicle, where the flat connection is implemented by a metallic continuity, and thus ensures convenient mounting of battery on thin-walled lightweight structures of a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of battery holder.    Battery holder (2)    Batteries (4a,4b)    Holding device (6)    Cover housings (12a,12b)    Flat connection (S)
NOVELTY - The glass fiber filter comprises a borosilicate glass heated to 550 degrees C, and a quartz glass heated to 1000 degrees C, where the filter is coated with noble-metal stoving paints.    USE - Glass fiber filter useful as a noble metal coated membrane in a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The glass fiber filter can be economically, compactly and simply manufactured with light-weight, less porosity and improved beneficial properties without fiber breakage during the use and burning the electrically conductive noble metal layers.
NOVELTY - The battery e.g. lithium-ion battery (1), has a cell assembly arranged in a housing (2) that is provided with an outlet opening (9). The opening is formed such that excess pressure is released through the opening when failure of battery cells (3) leading to the excess pressure is present. The opening has an elastic sealing element that closes an inner side of the housing in an air tight or moisture proof manner. A predetermined breaking point is provided at the sealing element, where selective releasing of the opening takes place in the breaking point during failure.    USE - Electrical battery e.g. lithium-ion battery or nickel-metal hydride battery, for use in a vehicle with hybrid drive (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The battery is designed in such a manner that an electrolyte is discharged without any danger of excess pressure caused by the electrolyte, in case of breaking and bursting of the cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a battery.    Lithium-ion battery (1)    Housing (2)    Battery cells (3)    Inlet (5)    Outlet opening (9)
NOVELTY - The turbocharger has a drive shaft (10) supported in a housing (24) of the turbocharger by a movable bearing (12). The movable bearing has a bearing sleeve (30) connected with the housing over a damping element (34). An elastomer sealing element (38) is attached to a cooling channel (36) of the bearing sleeve, where the sealing element is compressible in an axial direction of the drive shaft. A fixed bearing has a fixed bearing sleeve that is connected with the housing over another sealing element.    USE - Turbocharger i.e. electric turbocharger, for use in a fuel cell system (claimed) for supplying gaseous medium i.e. charge air, to a power engine of a motor vehicle. Can also be used for a turbine-driven turbocharger.    ADVANTAGE - The bearing sleeve of the movable bearing is connected with the housing over the damping element for supporting the drive shaft of the turbocharger, so that the respective bearing sleeve is decoupled from the housing by the damping element, thus reducing the impact sound transmission from the bearing to the housing, and reducing the transmission of external forces from the housing to the bearing, while eliminating the need for an external acoustic insulation, hence reducing the wear of the bearing, increasing the service life of the turbocharger, and manufacturing the turbocharger in a simple and economical manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a movable bearing.    Drive shaft (10)    Movable bearing (12)    Housing (24)    Bearing sleeve (30)    Damping element (34)    Cooling channel (36)    Elastomer sealing element (38)
NOVELTY - The housing (1) has an electronic circuit (4) for supplying current to an externally attached portable device by an externally attached dynamo/generator and/or electrical energy source. The energy source is a solar cell and attached to a bicycle. A mounting system mounts and/or fastens to a beverage holder fastener e.g. screw (6), of a bicycle frame. A battery charging and discharging unit i.e. electronic charger, is provided for batteries (3). A beverage holder is attached to the housing by the beverage holder fastener.    USE - Housing for use at a bicycle with an auxiliary engine drive for accommodating a portable device e.g. bicycle navigation device, MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 player and mobile telephone (all claimed). Can also be used for accommodating a personal digital assistant (PDA).    ADVANTAGE - The mounting system mounts and/or fastens to the beverage holder fastener of the bicycle frame, thus enabling easy change of the cable wiring during upgradation of the bicycle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a portable device housing.    Portable device housing (1)    Battery cover (2)    Batteries (3)    Electronic circuit (4)    Screw (6)
NOVELTY - An exhaust pipe with electromagnetic wave absorption function exhausts the air used for cooling a heat emitting component, from an exhaust chamber (22) and guides the flow of exhausted air from the chamber into the vehicle cabin via an inflow path. The exhaust pipe has main exhaust ports (22a,22b) and sub exhaust ports (22c) formed at the upstream side of the main exhaust port. The diameter of the sub exhaust port is set such that the electromagnetic waves are not radiated from the sub exhaust port to the exhaust pipe exterior.    USE - Vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the exhaust pipe is provided with main and sub exhaust ports, the air exhausted from the exhaust chamber is dispersed and exhausted. There is no need for using a fan for dispersing the exhausted air, thus achieving cost reduction. Uncomfortable feeling to the passenger due to the concentrated exhaust of the air is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the sectional and top views of the electrical condenser cooling structure employed in a vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric condenser (13)    Air intake chamber (21)    Exhaust chamber (22)    Main exhaust ports (22a,22b)    Sub exhaust port (22c)
NOVELTY - The method involves loading sheet materials (14,15A) into stack box (162) by a turning unit (182). A positioning reference plane arranged at the stack box is made to contact the sheet materials with centrifugal force generated by turning the stack box.    USE - Method for laminating sheet materials such as membrane electrode assembly and separator of fuel cell. Uses included but are not limited to laminating membrane electrode assembly and separator of fuel cell in motor vehicle, mobile telephone, emergency use devices and entertainment devices.    ADVANTAGE - The sheet materials such as membrane electrode assembly and separator of fuel cell can be laminated easily at reduced installation cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for laminating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the laminating apparatus.    Sheet materials (14,15A)    Laminating apparatus (100)    Loader (120)    Stack box (162)    Turning unit (184)
NOVELTY - A new polymeric organic compound has a molecular structure consisting of structural unit (a) with ether having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring, and structural units (b) containing sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group in molecule.    USE - New polymeric organic compound is used for ion exchangers, electrolytic membranes, catalyst, membrane-electrode assemblies, and fuel cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The new polymeric organic compound has excellent radical resistance, proton conductivity, film-forming property, chemical stability, thermal stability, heat resistance, ion-exchange capacity, and activity as acidic catalyst. The polymeric organic compound can be synthesized easily and economically. The compound provides fuel cells having excellent reliability and electric-power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A new polymeric organic compound has a molecular structure of formula (I) consisting of structural unit (a) with ether having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring, and structural units (b) containing sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group in molecule.    H'C'y=nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring;    A=compound;    n=number of structural unit (a);    m=number of structural unit (b);    wavy line=indirectly coupled with A through interposition group even if sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group is coupled with A directly;and    X+=cation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional explanatory view of a membrane-electrode assembly having electrode catalyst layers formed on both surfaces of an electrolytic membrane.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Air-electrode catalyst layer (2)    Fuel-electrode catalyst layer (3)    Membrane-electrode assembly (12)
NOVELTY - A new polymeric organic compound has a molecular structure consisting of structural unit (a) comprising silicon derivative having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring, and structural units (b) containing sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group in molecule.    USE - New polymeric organic compound is used for ion exchangers, electrolytic membranes, catalyst, membrane-electrode assemblies, and fuel cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The new polymeric organic compound has excellent radical resistance, proton conductivity, chemical stability, heat resistance, ion-exchange capacity, thermal stability, and activity as acidic catalyst. The polymeric organic compound can be manufactured easily. The compound provides fuel cells having excellent reliability and electric-power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A new polymeric organic compound has a molecular structure of formula (I) consisting of structural unit (a) comprising silicon derivative having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring, and structural units (b) containing sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group in molecule.    H'C'y=nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring;    A=compound;    n=number of structural unit (a);    m=number of structural unit (b);    wavy line=indirectly coupled with A through interposition group even if sulfonic acid group or sulfonate group is coupled with A directly;    R1,R2=arbitrary substituents;and    X+=cation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional explanatory view of a membrane-electrode assembly having electrode catalyst layers formed on both surfaces of an electrolytic membrane.    Electrolytic membrane (1)    Air-electrode catalyst layer (2)    Fuel-electrode catalyst layer (3)    Membrane-electrode assembly (12)
NOVELTY - An electrochemical cell stack assembly (10) has stacked fuel cells that are located between an anode end (22) and cathode end (24). A sensor element (28) is positioned to contact a fluid in the cell stack assembly at a location between the anode end and the cathode end. Another sensor element (30) is in electrical communication with the one sensor element. A voltage sensor is coupled to the sensor elements for sensing electrical potential between the sensor elements so as to provide an output indicating a substack voltage measurement.    USE - Substack voltage monitoring system for fuel cell power plant.    ADVANTAGE - The sensor is less prone to mechanical failure over time in response to normal operating stress such as physical vibration and sudden temperature swings.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for monitoring substack voltage in fuel cell power plant.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the external coolant exit manifold.    Cell stack assembly (10)    Anode end (22)    Cathode end (24)    Sensor elements (28,30)    Cap fitting (34)
NOVELTY - A to-be-formed polymer is heated at temperature more than glass transition temperature of polymer, deposited by flowing or laying on surface of mold (a,b) to reduce shear stress in polymer, and polymer is subjected to transition below the glass transition temperature. Then, the polymer is removed from surface of mold (a,b).    USE - Formation of polymer. Uses include but are not limited to liquid crystal display, compact disk, digital video disk, photo voltaic cell, memory storage device, medical device e.g. drug delivery device, friction surface material, radio frequency identification chip, antireflective pattern, fuel cell and sensor device.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides polymer, in high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for forming polymer.
NOVELTY - The cartridge has a housing accommodating metal hydride electrode made of nano-metal particles, which functions as electrolyzer cathode. The cathode is connected to and disconnected from the fuel cell through connectors, for hydrogen exchange between cartridge and fuel cell.    USE - Electrochemical cartridge of system (claimed) for generating chemical energy for powering fuel cell used in portable consumer electronics.    ADVANTAGE - As the cathode serves to generate and store hydrogen and housing is easily connected to and detached from fuel cell, a portable source of chemical energy to more easily generate electrical power for portable consumer electronics is provided without the need for additional compression, cooling or heating steps.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for system for generating chemical energy for powering fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell cartridge system.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a metallic terminal board (305) placed in the opening formed in metal casing (304) with opening placed in other side of the base plate, in which electrical storage element provided with electrode portions (302,303) is accommodated inside the casing. A pressure control valve is provided in outer surface of terminal board, and attached to outer surface of terminal board, so that through hole formed in the terminal board is blocked. A recess (304Z) is formed in the inner surface of terminal board, into which one of the electrode portions is fitted.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus for motor vehicle. Can also be used in electronic device and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Generation of void in the junction portions provided in inner surfaces of metal casing and terminal board of electrical storage apparatus can be easily avoided, and the electrode portion is joined to the terminal board by laser beam welding operation in an easy and reliable manner, and hence a reliable junction portion of electrical storage apparatus can be easily obtained at low cost. Deformation of terminal board by pressure within the case can be suppressed, without the need of reducing the size of the junction with respect to thickness of center portion of terminal board. Stable operation of pressure control valve can be easily achieved, as the valve unit can be assembled at high precision. The size of the capacitor can be reduced. Leakage of electrolytic solution can be avoided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electrical storage apparatus unit; and    (2) manufacturing method of electrical storage apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial expanded sectional view of the junction portion of electrical storage apparatus.    Electrode portions (302,303)    Metal casing (304)    Junction portions (304A,305A)    Recesses (304Z,305Z)    Terminal board (305)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell consists of cells comprising anode (11a,11b), cathode (12a,12b) and proton conductor (18b) arranged opposingly, oxoreductase fixed to the electrode as catalyst, and fuel solution contacting the electrode.    USE - Fuel cell. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, robot, personal computer, game machine, motor vehicle, aircraft, rocket, testing equipment, power supply for pacemaker, power supply for in-vivo apparatus containing biosensor and domestic electrical appliance.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has high initial generation performance, high volume output density and stable output characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for enzyme electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the internal structure of the fuel cell.    Anode (11a,11b)    Cathode (12a,12b)    Anode spacer (13)    Cathode spacer (14a,14b)    Proton conductor (18b)
NOVELTY - A metal oxide and electroconductive substance are supported on a support to obtain precursor (A). Saccharide is coated on the precursor (A) to obtain precursor (B). The precursor (B) is carbonized and polyelectrolyte is coated on the carbonized precursor to obtain electrolyte. The saccharide is sucrose. The metal oxide is metal nitroxide, metal oxycarbide or metal oxycarbonitride containing transition metal of group 4 or 5, preferably titanium, zirconium, tantalum or niobium. The electroconductive substance is carbon.    USE - Manufacture of electrode for membrane electrode assembly of polymer electrolyte fuel cell (all claimed) used as power source for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode having excellent stability in acidic electrolyte and favorable corrosion resistance is manufactured economically. The fuel cell having excellent performance, durability and oxygen reduction ability is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for membrane electrode assembly.
NOVELTY - The drive system comprises generator electrically connected to a storage battery, an electric motor that is electrically connected to the storage battery and kinematically connected to the drive wheels. The casing of a propeller-type windmill is in the form of a splitter for directing the on-coming airflow to the propeller blades. The windmill shaft is kinematically coupled to the generator.    USE - Drive system of electric car, electric tractor and other machines using electric motor as actuator.    ADVANTAGE - The travel distance of the electric car can be increased without the need for recharging. The cost of the drive system is reduced, and the atmosphere is protected from pollution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the drive system.
NOVELTY - The method involves charging energy stores (104,104',104") with energy from an electric power source (102) at one location and transporting the energy store to another location. The energy stores are discharged to deliver energy to an energy consumer (106) at another location. The energy from the electric power sources are obtained at predetermined cost and energy is delivered to the energy consumer at a delivery price that exceeds the predetermined cost.    USE - Method of shifting energy in space and time for use in vehicle such as rail car, road vehicle e.g. truck, aircraft, spacecraft and watercraft (all claimed) such as ship or barge and train.    ADVANTAGE - The energy is generated effectively and cheaply at one location and is stored in form to be easily transported and readily usable at the destination. Any convenient source can be used to supply energy for storage into energy store and energy store can be converted into a form desired by consumer. The energy source can be driven by a motor to promote efficiency and to control pumps used in the mobile energy storage system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) vehicle for transmitting electric power from one location to another location;    (2) method for providing energy security to energy consumer;    (3) method for providing clean energy source to energy consumer;    (4) mobile energy storage system; and    (5) table for supporting battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the system for transporting energy from one location to another location.    Electric power sources (102)    Energy stores (104,104',104")    Consumer (106)    Truck (110-1)    Train (110-2)    Watercraft (110-3)
NOVELTY - The method involves obtaining a trivalent vanadium electrolyte by electrolysis with sulfuric acid solution of vanadyl sulfate as a cathode and sulfuric acid solution of sodium sulfate as an anode. All-vanadium molar concentration in the trivalent vanadium electrolyte is 1-2 mol/L, and mole ratio of the vanadyl sulfate to the sodium sulfate is 1:1. The sulfuric acid solution of vanadyl sulfate is prepared by adding vanadium oxide and vanadium trioxide to the sulfuric acid solution at 40-60 degrees centigrade.    USE - Method for preparing an electrolyte of an all-vanadium ion redox flow battery (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method avoids wastage of the anode vanadium solution, increases vanadium utilization ratio and reduces production cost of the electrolyte. The prepared electrolyte eliminates need for additive, and increases performance of the vanadium battery. The method enables mass production of the electrolyte in a simple manner.
NOVELTY - The box has a locking unit provided on a box body, and a guideway unit connecting an upper box body and a nether box body. The upper box body and a bottom part of a subway vehicle carriage are connected with each other, and an accumulator and a circuit component board are installed on the nether box body. The guideway unit comprises two grades telescopic guideway. Two grade guideways are installed in the upper box body and the lower box body corresponding to a sidewall, respectively. A socket of an electric connector is installed in the box body.    USE - Sliding accumulator box for use in a bottom part of a subway vehicle carriage.    ADVANTAGE - The guideway unit makes the nether box body to directly load the upper box body stably. The box is simple in structure, and has large load strength. The weight of the box body is reduced, and telescopic guideway is pulled and pushed flexibly. The box has long service life. The nether box body from upper box body can be easily pulled and pushed through the guideway unit, so that the box is convenient to maintain, and saves time and reduces maintenance work.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a sliding accumulator box for use in a bottom part of a subway vehicle carriage.
NOVELTY - The motor has a wind wheel (7) placed at a port of a venting barrel (5). The wind wheel is placed on a rotating axle of a generator (8). The generator is jointed with an accumulator (10). An electrical motor (3) is placed in a wind-sucking cap (1). A lamina (2) is placed on a rotating axle of the electrical motor. The electrical motor is connected with the accumulator. A wind flow piece (6) is fixed on the venting barrel. An angle between a main part of the wind flow piece and the venting barrel is 20 to 50 degrees.    USE - Wind motor for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The wind motor acquires electrical power from the resistance wind, which is provided to the vehicle, so that the vehicle saves energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a wind motor.    Wind-sucking cap (1)    Lamina (2)    Electrical motor (3)    Venting barrel (5)    Wind flow piece (6)    Wind wheel (7)    Generator (8)    Accumulator (10)
NOVELTY - The structure has a sheet board provided with two parts, where physical flexibility of one of the parts is higher than physical flexibility of another part. The former part is utilized for setting multiple collector parts and made of electric metal material that is processed by anti-acid or corrosion-resistant treatment. The latter part is made of epoxide resin, fiber substrate, china substrate, macromolecule molded substrate and complex material.    USE - Fuel cell collector plate structure.    ADVANTAGE - The structure reduces deformation of the collector parts of the part caused by heating and maintains contact between the collector parts and a catalyst part.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a fuel cell collector plate structure.
NOVELTY - The generator has pint-sized wind-power direct current dynamos (F1-Fn) whose two ends are shunt-wound with corresponding resistors (R1-Rn). A spur track is series-wound with luminescent diodes (VD1-VDn) and diodes (D1-Dn). An anode end of a storage cell (E0) is connected with an output end of a voltage-stable charging control circuit (J0) through a key switch (S). An input end of the voltage-stable charging control circuit is connected with anode ends of the pint-sized wind-power direct current dynamos.    USE - Electric motor car wind force auxiliary power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The generator utilizes strong wind produced during running of the electric vehicle to generate electricity, thus saving energy. The generator can improve the operating efficiency of the electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electric motor car wind force auxiliary power generator.    Diodes (D1-Dn)    Storage cell (E0)    Pint-sized wind-power direct current dynamos (F1-Fn)    Voltage-stable charging control circuit (J0)    Resistors (R1-Rn)    Key switch (S)    Luminescent diodes (VD1-VDn)
NOVELTY - The power system has a fuel cell connected with a direct current-alternating current exchanging device and a fast charging and discharging power reserving device in parallel. Diode is provided at a positive end of the fuel cell. A controller is provided on a load motor. The fast charging and discharging power reserving device includes a super capacitance or high energy storage battery.    USE - Fuel cell and fast charging and discharging power reserving device integrated power system for a car and a ship.    ADVANTAGE - The system improves power situation of cars and ships. The system is rational in design and inexpensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell and fast charging and discharging power reserving device integrated power system.
NOVELTY - The bracket has a treadle bar i.e. stripped pressure pad, whose ends are connected to fixing pieces (3) that are fixed in sides of a bracket frame (1), where the sides of the bracket frame and bottom are integrated. A cross-band plate (4) is provided in an upper middle part of the bracket frame sides. Multiple support blocks are fixed on an edge of the bracket frame. Mounting holes (7-9) and the fixing pieces are provided on the support blocks. An electric appliance mounting deck is provided on one of the sides of the bracket frame.    USE - Storage battery bracket for a motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The bracket has better intensity and rigidity. The manufacturing procedure of the bracket is simple, and the superficial treatment is convenient. The bracket is convenient to install and aesthetic in appearance, and improves tactile impression, thus saving the steel materials. The location of the mounting holes is precise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a storage battery bracket.    Bracket frame (1)    Fixing pieces (3)    Cross-band plate (4)    Mounting holes (7-9)
NOVELTY - The plate has a plate-shaped substrate including a separate concave part, and a frame structured substrate including four frames and a hollow part, where the plate-shaped substrate and frame structured substrate are made from plastic, ceramic or macromolecule base materials. A film structured substrate is made from aluminum, copper, aluminum alloy, copper alloy and stainless steel or aurum, where shape of the film structured substrate corresponds to and sticks to the concave part.    USE - Compound material runner plate for use in a fuel battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a compound material runner plate.
NOVELTY - The battery has a clapboard (2) fixed in a battery shell (1), and a battery groove (3) formed in the battery shell. A sulfate electrolyte (5) is provided in the battery groove, and an anode and negative plate (4) is fixed in the battery groove in a parallel direction.    USE - Lead-acid storage battery for a motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The active substance is provided in the anode and negative plate that is fixed in the parallel direction, thus avoiding shedding the active substance, avoiding short circuit, reducing voltage and improving service life.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of a lead-acid storage battery.    Battery shell (1)    Clapboard (2)    Battery groove (3)    Anode and negative plate (4)    Sulfate electrolyte (5)
NOVELTY - The device has a transformer (T) whose end is connected to a voltage-regulating switch (S), a diode (VD), a potentiometer (BP) and a current meter (PA) in series, and is provided with an anode. Another end of the transformer is connected to a charger in series, and is provided with a cathode.    USE - Capacitor recovery device for an electric vehicle accumulator.    ADVANTAGE - The anode and cathode ends of the transformer are connected to the accumulator of electric vehicle to perform the capacitor restoring charging to the accumulator of electric vehicle. The capacitor recovery device of the accumulator of electric vehicle is utilized, so that there is no need to dismount the accumulator. The device is convenient to utilize, and prolongs usage time of accumulator of an electric vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a capacitor recovery device.    Potentiometer (BP)    Current meter (PA)    Voltage-regulating switch (S)    Transformer (T)    Diode (VD)
NOVELTY - The device has a pedestal fixed with a wheel felloe, where an opening part of the pedestal is covered by a cover. An inside covering is placed inside the pedestal, a magnet is embedded in the inside covering, and an elastic body covers outside of the inside covering. A winding convolves a lower part of the inside covering that is placed near a magnet bottom. A closed sliding chute is symmetrically placed on two sides of an upper section of the pedestal. Two spacer pins are drilled through the sliding chute.    USE - Electrical energy generating device.    ADVANTAGE - The device can convert tire shape change resulted by sole weight of an automobile into electric energy when the automobile is moved. The device can generate sustained current until the movement of the automobile is stopped.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial sectional view of an electrical energy generating device.
NOVELTY - The system has a solar battery arranged at an inner side of a rear windscreen. A host is located on a space back of a rear seat. The solar battery is connected with a refrigerating transistor (9) in the host by a wire. A heat end of the refrigerating transistor is tightly connected with a radiator (11) that is arranged in a direction of a boot. A cold end of the refrigerating transistor is tightly connected with a condenser (8) that is installed in a direction of a carriage. A fan (5) is installed in a wind inlet (4) and a cool wind inlet (15).    USE - Solar battery built-in air-conditioning system for an automobile i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The system has rational and simple structure. The system prevents environment from being polluted by utilizing the solar battery and the refrigerating transistor, and saves energy. The system provides cool and comfortable environment in a car.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar battery built-in air-conditioning system for an automobile.    Wind inlet (4)    Fan (5)    Condenser (8)    Refrigerating transistor (9)    Radiator (11)    Cool wind inlet (15)
NOVELTY - The jar has a wire tie-in part fixed with a connection pole, and a wire (3) connected to the wire tie-in part. An acid proof macromolecule organic material (4) is sealed around the connection pole on a battery jar case (6) and the wire tie-in part, where the acid proof macromolecule organic material is selected from a group consisting of polyethylene, peroxy vinyl resin, epoxy resin and foam plastic. An outer side of the wire on the wire tie-in part is wrapped with plastic or rubber insulating sheath. A connection part (5) is provided at an end of the wire on the wire tie-in part.    USE - Pole sealed lead-acid battery jar for an automobile such as motorcycle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The wire tie-in part is stably and reliably fixed with the connection pole, and has better auto-locking ability without connection loosening phenomenon. The jar has simple structure, low manufacturing cost and long service life, and is maintenance-free and convenient to seal and disassemble.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a pole sealed lead-acid battery jar.    Wire (3)    Acid proof macromolecule organic material (4)    Connection part (5)    Battery jar case (6)
NOVELTY - The group has a film electrode i.e. three-in-one film electrode, and two punching conductive plates provided in a battery. A proton exchanging film, an activator and a multi-hole conductive material are provided in the film electrode. The punching conductive plates are provided at sides of the film electrode. Two liquid-tight micro-hole films e.g. hydrophobic nature micro-hole films, are provided in the battery and located at an outer side of the two punching conductive plates. The micro-hole films are made of polyfluortetraethylene or polypropylene or polyvinyl fluoride.    USE - Regenerating fuel cell group.    ADVANTAGE - The group integrates an electrolyzing battery and a fuel cell, so that the micro-hole films avoid instability when the fuel cell is used as the electrolyzing battery. The group improves water electrolyzing efficiency and electrolyzation-power generation stability, and reduces fuel cell electrode board material anti-erosion. The group can be applied for a system utilizing hydrogen as an energy-storing medium.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a regenerating fuel cell group.
NOVELTY - The device has multiple suits of series-wound or shunt-wound modularized fuel battery stacks provided with a film electrode, a current-collecting mother board, front and back end boards and a fastening drawing rod, where the battery stacks are formed by multiple groups of single batteries. An air-supplying device is equipped with a fan and an air current-collecting cover. An open hole is formed in middle of the air current-collecting cover. A layer of an air-filtrating web at an end surface is formed by integrating air current-guiding slots at a side of the fuel battery stacks.    USE - Module-combining non-pressurized electricity-generating device for a fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The device is compact in structure, and generates low noise and high power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a module-combining non-pressurized electricity-generating device.
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring the resistance at a reference voltage state of a high voltage battery. The temperature of the cold air flowed is measured within the high voltage battery module. The temperature deflection of the high voltage battery intercell is measured. The temperature deflection is determined, and a middle maximum temperature is measured.    USE - Method for cooling battery of hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves measuring the resistance at a reference voltage state of a high voltage battery, and thus ensures to increase the lifetime of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a method for cooling battery of hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The device has an electric generator (2) including a rotor shaft (3) mounted with blades (4), where a generator body (5) is fixedly mounted in a front compartment of a motor vehicle i.e. car, and voltage terminals (6, 7) of the generator are connected to batteries of the vehicle. A casing (80) including an air inlet nozzle (8) is attached to the generator body by a support housing (81), where the air inlet nozzle channels the air flow, which is generated by movement of the vehicle, towards the rotor blades.    USE - Wind power generating device a motor vehicle e.g. automobile such as car, for generating electrical energy using wind power.    ADVANTAGE - The device allows electric power to be generated and stored in the batteries of the vehicle for use as an alternate energy for the vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an electric generator.    Electric generator (2)    Rotor shaft (3)    Blades (4)    Generator body (5)    Voltage terminals (6, 7)    Air inlet nozzle (8)    Casing (80)    Support housing (81)
NOVELTY - The method involves revising reference polarization curve to match the actual polarization curve of stack, when the stack current density is below/above the predetermined threshold by changing adaptation values respectively. The adaptation values define absolute voltage difference and current dependent voltage difference between the predicted average cell voltages of fuel cell in stack for particular stack current density.    USE - Method for revising polarization curve defining current/voltage relationship of fuel cell stack for hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - More stable and precise power management of fuel cell system can be obtained. The stack polarization curve of the fuel cell system can be effectively revised over time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation illustrating the variation in current density and average cell voltage of fuel cell stack.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell (1) has fuel cell elements (4) installed on top of disc plane, to form a fuel cell stack (3). Several openings are formed in fuel cell element to form anode gas inlet, cathode gas inlet, anode gas outlet and cathode gas outlet with various diameters. The anode gas and cathode gas inlets are connected with anode gas inlet canal (14) and cathode gas inlet canal (16), and configured on end plates (18,19) respectively. The anode gas and cathode gas outlets are connected with the anode gas outlet canal (15) and cathode gas outlet canal (17) respectively.    USE - Fuel cell e.g. polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell and solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) for fuel cell system for use in motor vehicle (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The number of required openings and number of canals in fuel cell can be reduced effectively. The rate of conversion of hydrogen contained in anode gas with oxygen contained in cathode gas can be increased efficiently. The compact arrangement of fuel cells within fuel cell systems can be provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell (1)    Fuel cell stack (3)    Fuel cell element (4)    Anode gas inlet canal (14)    Anode gas outlet canal (15)    Cathode gas inlet canal (16)    Cathode gas outlet canal (17)    End plates (18,19)
NOVELTY - The method involves applying a grit material (120) on a leading edge of a roof of a vehicle (100). A turbulent boundary layer is formed over the surface of the vehicle and is energized and the separation point is moved from laminar flow to turbulent flow backwards along the vehicle by the presence of the grit material in the flow of air over vehicle, to reduce effects of the pressure drag on the vehicle.    USE - Method for reducing pressure drag on vehicle such as natural gas powered vehicle, fuel cell powered vehicle and solar powered vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to truck, trailer, bus, motorized recreational vehicle, recreational trailer, cube van, van, mini-van, sport utility vehicle and car.    ADVANTAGE - The pressure drag on the vehicle is reduced by increasing the boundary layer momentum, hence the amount of energy required to drive the vehicle is reduced and the performance of the vehicle is improved and the fuel economy is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for reducing pressure drag on vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the vehicle.    Vehicle (100)    External surface of vehicle (110)    Grit material (120)    Turbulator (130)    Packaging tape (140)
NOVELTY - The container (10) has heat exchanger plate (40) with several through-holes for circulating hydrogen, which is accommodated in the accommodating element. A hydrogen storage alloy is coated on the plate. A gas passage (27) is formed in the lamination direction of plate corresponding to the opening (31).    USE - Storage container of hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), domestic applications, motor vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Heat-conducting characteristic and diffusible conditions of hydrogen can be improved. Problems related to pulverization can be solved by making hydrogen storage alloy into paste-form and coating the paste on the plate. Since distance of gas passage is reduced, occlusion and discharge of hydrogen can be performed efficiently.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side view and sectional view of the hydrogen storage container.    Hydrogen storage container (10)    Cover (26)    Gas passage (27)    Opening (31)    Heat exchanger plate (40)
NOVELTY - The method involves connecting multiple battery cells (CL1-CLn) in series, and connecting a capacitor (C) with the battery cells. The capacitor is charged, and voltage of the capacitor is measured as voltage of the battery cells. A measured voltage value is stored, and a positive electrode side of each battery cell is connected with a terminal of the capacitor. The battery cells are rearranged in series after a series of voltage measurements with respect to the battery cells is completed.    USE - Method for measuring voltage of a battery cell that is utilized for a motor vehicle, an electric vehicle and a hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables shortening the voltage measuring time of the battery cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a voltage measurement apparatus of a battery cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a measurement unit of a voltage measurement apparatus.    Capacitor (C)    Battery cells (CL1-CLn)    Battery module (M)    Switching circuit (41)    Voltage measurement circuit (45)
NOVELTY - The gas inlet unit (40) which introduces the humidification gas into the fuel cell contains a gas-liquid separation filter (41), a dew point hygrometer such as a mirror surface type dew point hygrometer (43), and a pressure gauge (45) in the gas component measurement unit (50). A steam-partial-pressure converter (44) detects the steam partial pressure based on the dew point temperature measured by the hygrometer.    USE - Humidification gas component measuring apparatus for fuel cell in fuel cell system for motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The influence of the moisture content is significantly reduced, and the hydrogen density in the humidification gas can be measured accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the humidification gas component measuring apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas inlet unit (40)    Gas-liquid separation filter (41)    Mirror surface type dew point hygrometer (43)    Steam-partial-pressure converter (44)    Pressure gauge (45)    Gas component measurement unit (50)
NOVELTY - A polymer electrolyte fuel cell has electrode joined to the surface of solid polymer electrolyte membrane, and separator having groove which circulates a fuel or an oxidizing agent and with which the groove touches the electrode. A portion of the surface of separator or electrode contains cellulose polymer connected through glycoside linkage, made from cyclic compound containing carbons, or cyclic compound containing carbon and oxygen.    USE - Polymer electrolyte fuel cell is used for electric vehicles and domestic appliances.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer electrolyte fuel cell has excellent stability and battery characteristics.
NOVELTY - The fuel cells have an electrolytic membrane (111) consisting of a solid polymer film. A swelling element (132) is enlarged by absorbing the moisture content in the electrolytic membrane. A swelling amount detection mechanism detects the amount of swelling of the swelling element. A cell temperature sensor (102) detects temperature of fuel cell in which the swelling element is positioned. A measurement unit measures the moisture content of the electrolytic membrane based on detected result.    USE - Measuring apparatus for measuring moisture content of electrolytic membrane of fuel cell such as solid polymer electrolyte type fuel cell used in fuel cell system (claimed) for fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The moisture content of the electrolytic membrane of the fuel cell is measured correctly based on the detected temperature of fuel cell and swelling amount of the swelling element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the sensor cell.    Cell temperature sensor (102)    Electrolytic membrane (111)    Electrodes (112,113)    Swelling chamber (131)    Swelling element (132)
NOVELTY - The device has an accommodation unit (13) that accommodates an electrode (12) inside a lamination exterior (20). A sealing unit (22) is formed in outer periphery of accommodation unit. A buffer portion (23) on which laminate films (21a) are stacked, is formed between the sealing unit and accommodation unit. A sealing unit (24) having less peeling strength than sealing unit (22), is formed in position spaced apart from the accommodation unit. A gas discharge unit (25) formed in the sealing unit (24), has a gas discharge hole through which laminate film is penetrated.    USE - Electrical storage device e.g. lithium ion capacitor. Can also be used in lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply device for backup in load leveling apparatus of wind-powered electricity generation, countermeasure apparatus for momentary low voltage, hybrid electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The gas can be reliably discharged outside by using a simple structure so that generation of damage to adjacent apparatus by discharge of gas is prevented efficiently. The deterioration of electrode is detected easily and electrical storage device is replaced appropriately. The penetration of external moisture in the lamination exterior is prevented reliably while suppressing flow of electrolyte solution into the buffer portion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the electrical storage device.    Electrode (12)    Accommodation unit (13)    Lamination exterior (20)    Laminate film (21a)    Sealing units (22,24)    Buffer portion (23)    Gas discharge unit (25)
NOVELTY - A baffle plate (30) has a baseplate portion (32) and the vertical plate portions (33-36) having the clearance gap. A zigzag-shaped flow path (29) is formed in the baffle plate. The vertical plate portions and baseplate portion are arranged alternately from the both end portions of a rectangular metal plate by bending the rectangular regions formed of cuttings in same direction in halfway position at right angle to the base.    USE - Modifier for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The baffle plate is manufactured easily by cutting the metal plate. The number of components is reduced and the need for the tool for attaching the vertical plate portion is eliminated hence the production yield of the modifier is improved. The operability at the time of assembling of the baffle plate is improved. The leakage of the exhaust gas from the flow path is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of baffle plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the front, sectional side and rear views of the modifier for fuel cell.    Casing (10)    Flow path (29)    Baffle plate (30)    Baseplate portion (32)    Vertical plate portions (33-36)
NOVELTY - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains electrolytic salt and solvent including fluorine-containing formate solvent and fluorine-containing solvent other than fluorine-containing ester solvent.    USE - Nonaqueous electrolyte used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for hybrid vehicle, aluminum electrolyte capacitor and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte provides lithium secondary battery with excellent charging and discharging efficiency and cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A non-aqueous electrolyte contains electrolytic salt and solvent including fluorine-containing formate solvent of formula: HCOORf, and fluorine-containing solvent other than fluorine-containing formate solvent.    Rf = 1-6C fluoroalkyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which has positive electrode, negative electrode, separator and nonaqueous electrolyte.
NOVELTY - An additive is formed using aza-crown ether compound.    USE - Additive is used for electrolyte solution (claimed) for lithium secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to for electronic products e.g. mobile telephone and personal computer, hybrid vehicle and lithium ion capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The secondary battery containing electrolyte solution including additive, has improved output and excellent charging and discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrolyte solution, which contains nonaqueous solvent, electrolyte and additive.
NOVELTY - The molding of a carbon nanotube is performed and a carbon nanotube sheet (2) is formed. The density of the carbon nanotube assembly is 0.5-1.5 g/cm3. The sheet is integrated with an etching foil (1) made of foaming nickel and aluminum of a collector through a grooved portion (1a) formed in surface of the etching foil.    USE - Electrode for electrical double layer capacitor used in electrical storage system of fuel cell electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the sheet is integrated with the etching foil made of foaming nickel and aluminum of the collector through the groove formed in surface of the etching foil, the need for the resin binder and electrically conductive auxiliary material is eliminated, hence the electrical resistance is small and the capacitance characteristic is excellent.    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 the manufacturing method of electrode. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Etching foil (1)    Grooved portion (1a)    Carbon nanotube sheets (2)
NOVELTY - The regulator (10) has an assembled battery voltage sensor (103) detecting total voltage of an assembled battery (1). A cell voltage sensor (102) detects terminal voltage of a cell (11n), and a cell capacity adjustment part (101) adjusts the capacity of the cell. A CPU (106) controls the operation of the cell capacity adjustment part. The CPU acquires the terminal voltage when the total voltage in a region is greater than the total voltage in another region. The CPU computes the operation time of the cell capacity adjustment part based on the acquired terminal voltage of the cell.    USE - Capacity regulator for adjusting capacity of an assembled battery i.e. lithium ion battery (claimed), in a capacity adjustment system of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The CPU computes the operation time of the cell capacity adjustment part based on the acquired terminal voltage of the cell, so that variation in the capacity produced in the assembled battery can be adjusted with sufficient precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a capacity adjustment method for an assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an assembled battery in a capacity adjustment system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Assembled battery (1)    Capacity regulator (10)    Cell (11n)    Capacity adjustment part (101)    Cell voltage sensor (102)    Assembled battery voltage sensor (103)    CPU (106)
NOVELTY - A metal oxide film is formed on porous base material (1) by injecting solution containing dissolved metal salt or organometallic compound, as metallic source, and heated at temperature more than metal oxide film formation temperature. The injection direction (Da) of solution is oriented to side of porous base material, and inclined with respect to normal line direction (Db) of surface of porous base material.    USE - Manufacture of laminate used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides laminate having excellent surface smoothness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for manufacture of laminate, which has unit for supporting porous base material, heating unit for heating porous base material, and injection unit for injecting solution in predetermined angle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view illustrating manufacture of laminate.    Porous base material (1)    Spray nozzle (2)    Injection direction of solution (Da)    Normal line direction (Db)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has a transfer part (7a) to transfer an electronic controller to dark current reduction mode on predetermined conditions. An alerting part (7b) alerts transferring of the electronic controller on the conditions. An input part i.e. switch (9), performs an input operation corresponding to the alerting, and a permission part (7c) permits the transferring of the electronic controller. A detection part (4b) detects the charge amount of a storage battery.    USE - Dark current reduction apparatus for a motor vehicle e.g. passenger car, truck, and bus, in a house, a work place, an accommodation establishment, an airport, a harbor, an amusement park and commercial establishment (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The permission part permits the transferring of the electronic controller, thus achieving reduction of the dark current reflecting a user intention.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a dark current reduction apparatus.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Dark current reduction apparatus (1)    Detection part (4b)    Transfer part (7a)    Alerting part (7b)    Permission part (7c)    Switch (9)
NOVELTY - The cover (30) has a groove (40) which is formed at rear wall (35) through connection point (J) for fitting support shaft. The cover made of resin is maintained in cover position for covering terminal structure, when shaft is located in position of groove portion (37) spaced apart from connection point, so that cover portion and fuse unit are made contact and rotation of cover portion is prevented. The contact of cover portion and fuse unit is released and rotation of cover is permitted to open terminal structure, when the shaft is moved along groove portion (37).    USE - Cover for battery terminals mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery-terminal structure can be opened and closed using cover without using hinge. The generation of attachment backlash by degradation and damage of hinge can be prevented, so that the maintenance property is improved. The insulation of battery-terminal structure is ensured, when forming the cover using synthetic resin.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the cover for battery terminals.    Cover (30)    Ceiling portion (31)    Rectangular-tube shaped surrounding wall (32)    Side wall (33)    Rear wall (35)    Groove portions (37,38)    Guide groove (40)    Connection point (J)
NOVELTY - An ion conductor contains an inorganic solid-acid salt and salt containing molecular anion and molecular cation. The molecular anion and/or molecular cation are protic ions.    USE - Ion conductor is used in electrochemical cell and fuel cell of vehicle (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to lithium ion battery, electrical double layer capacitor, dye-sensitized solar cell, water-electrolysis, hydrohalic acid electrolysis, oxygen enricher, humidity sensor and gas sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The ion conductor-containing vehicle has excellent proton-conductivity and heat resistance.
NOVELTY - The super capacitor has a stainless steel or aluminum outer shell sealed with non-aqueous electrolyte to form a cylindrical or quadrate structure. Anode and the cathode are formed by sticking activated carbon fiber material to sides of anode and cathode aluminum foil current collectors. The non-aqueous electrolyte is composed of electrolyte triethyl-methyl fluoroboric acid ammonium salt, mixture of solvent r-butyrolactone and propylene carbonate, and additive sulfolane. Mass ratio of the three components is 6:3:1, and concentration of the fluoroboric acid ammonium salt is 0.5-1 mol/L.    USE - Activated carbon fiber electrode super capacitor. Uses include but are not limited to industrial uninterrupted power supply, electric vehicle, wind power generation field, military large-power power supply and radio communication.    ADVANTAGE - The super capacitor can be widely applied in various fields.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for preparing an electrode of an activated carbon fiber electrode super capacitor.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective partial sectional view of an activated carbon fiber electrode super capacitor.
NOVELTY - A plate grid material comprises (in wt.%) calcium (0.06-0.08), aluminum (0.01-0.02), tin (0.1-0.3), bismuth (0.04-0.06), rare earth (0.002-0.25), and remainder of lead. The rare earth element is chosen from lanthanum, cerium, and samarium.    USE - Plate grid material is used for storage battery used for electric motors, cars, uninterruptible power supply system (UPS), solar energy system, and wind energy system.    ADVANTAGE - The plate grid material has excellent corrosion resistance, and is environmental-friendly. The storage battery comprising plate grid material has excellent charging and discharging performance, and durability.
NOVELTY - A polymer electrolyte comprises linear block copolymer including lithium-ion conductive non-crosslinked linear polymer block having molecular weight of 5000 Daltons or more, and structural linear polymer block. The linear block copolymer is configured for dissolving lithium salt at primary temperature and precipitating the lithium salt at a higher threshold temperature, such that the precipitation of the lithium salt is accompanied by at least 2-fold decrease in conductivity of polymer.    USE - Polymer electrolyte is used for lithium battery cell (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to cell phones, multimedia player, digital versatile disk, laptops, computer peripheral, digital camera, camcorder, electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The polymer electrolyte has high elastic modulus, and provides battery cell having high energy density and excellent cyclic characteristics. The polymer electrolyte exhibits conductivity drop when the temperature of electrolyte increases above threshold temperature, such that shutoff mechanism is provided for preventing thermal runaway in lithium battery cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) formation of polymer electrolyte;    (2) battery cell; and    (3) method for operating battery cell equipped with thermal runaway shutoff.
NOVELTY - The power stabilized apparatus is connected to a hybrid propulsion system in series. The power stabilized apparatus comprises an accelerating pedal (21) and a brake pedal (23). An alternating current generator (33) is provided for producing the alternating current. A flywheel (41) provides the electricity for charging an electric power converting section (39) which converts the alternating current into direct current.    USE - Power stabilization apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The power stabilized apparatus is connected to a hybrid propulsion system in series, where an alternating current generator is provided for producing the alternating current, thus ensures a durable, efficient and improved power stabilized apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an electric power converting section for converting alternating current into direct current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a hybrid propulsion system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Accelerating pedal (21)    Brake pedal (23)    Alternating current generator (33)    Electric power converting section (39)    Flywheel (41)
NOVELTY - The device has a wind cabin (10) provided with a wind inlet side (12) and a wind outlet side (13). An electric generator (22) is fixed to a bearing seat (21). A centrifugal impeller (23) is connected with an end of the generator, and a wind collection cover (30) is provided with a wind inlet (31) and a wind outlet (32). An air passage (33) is formed between the wind inlet and the wind outlet. The wind outlet is corresponded to the impeller, and surrounding edge size of the air passage at an end of the wind inlet is greater than that of the air passage at an end of the wind outlet.    USE - Wind power generation device.    ADVANTAGE - The device utilizes wind for driving the impeller, so that the electric generator can generate electricity without pollution when a conveying tool does not start an engine to generate electricity. The device is simple in structure and convenient to assemble, and does not need fuel. The working capacity of the conveying tool can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a wind power generation device.    Wind cabin (10)    Chamber (11)    Wind inlet side (12)    Wind outlet side (13)    Bearing seat (21)    Electric generator (22)    Centrifugal impeller (23)    Wind collection cover (30)    Wind inlet (31)    Wind outlet (32)    Air passage (33)
NOVELTY - The trolley has a motor (3) i.e. direct current small-power motor, fixed on a trolley body (2). A power input end of the motor is connected with a solar battery plate (1), and power output end is connected with a pinion (4) that is engaged with a gearwheel (5). A rotating shaft (6) is supported on the trolley body and fixed to a center of the gearwheel, where running wheels (7) are fixed to the rotating shaft on two sides of the trolley body. A counterweight sheet (8) is fixed below the trolley body.    USE - Two-wheel solar trolley.    ADVANTAGE - The trolley reduces the friction and improves the utilization rate of the solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a two-wheel solar trolley.    Solar battery plate (1)    Trolley body (2)    Motor (3)    Pinion (4)    Gearwheel (5)    Rotating shaft (6)    Running wheels (7)    Counterweight sheet (8)
NOVELTY - Production of superfine rare-earth polishing powder comprises dissolving cerium nitrate and praseodymium nitrate in organic solvent, dropping 2 mol/L alkali liquid, agitating and dissolving to obtain transparent sol; putting obtained transparent sol in jacket of reaction kettle and evaporating in water bath to transform sol into gel; and drying gel, roasting, controlling heating rate at 80-120 degrees C/hour, and maintaining temperature for 8-12 hours to obtain mono-dispersed superfine rare-earth polishing powder.    USE - Method for production of superfine rare-earth polishing powder (claimed) used for polishing lens, plate glass, glass shell, glasses and watch case, and used in functional ceramic, catalysis, luminescence, gas sensor, fuel battery and UV radiation absorption.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves simple production technique, has low production cost, and has no effect to environment. The product has homogeneous granularity and small particle diameter.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Production of superfine rare-earth polishing powder comprises:    (A) dissolving cerium nitrate (1-3 pts.wt.) and praseodymium nitrate (0.5-1.5 pts.wt.) in organic solvent (0.5-1.5 pts.wt.), dropping 2 mol/L alkali liquid (0.1-0.8), agitating and dissolving for 10-30 minutes to obtain transparent sol;    (B) putting obtained transparent sol in jacket of reaction kettle and evaporating in water bath to transform sol into gel; and    (C) drying gel at 80-120 degrees C for 1-3 hours, roasting at 500-700 degrees C for 1-3 hours, controlling heating rate at 80-120 degrees C/hour, and maintaining temperature for 8-12 hours to obtain mono-dispersed superfine rare-earth polishing powder.
NOVELTY - An olivine-type anodic active material comprises core material including lithium-metal oxide complex (I) and polyvinyl pyrrolidone, and conductive carbon coating containing carbon precursor including water-soluble polymer and/or conductive polymer.    USE - Olivine-type anodic active material is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) used as power source for portable electronic device e.g. digital camera, camcorder, mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, personal digital assistant, and electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The olivine-type anodic active material has excellent conductivity, electrochemical characteristics and energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An olivine-type anodic active material comprises core material including lithium-metal oxide complex of formula: LixMyM'zXO4-wB'w (I) and polyvinyl pyrrolidone, and conductive carbon coating containing carbon precursor including water-soluble polymer and/or conductive polymer.    M,M'=iron, nickel, cobalt, manganese, zirconium, niobium, copper, vanadium, molybdenum, titanium, zinc, aluminum, gallium, magnesium or boron;    X=phosphorus, arsenic, bismuth or antimony;    B=fluoro or sulfur;    x-z=more than 0 to 1, where sum of x-z is more than 0 to 2;and    w=0-0.5.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of olivine-type anodic active material.
NOVELTY - The cell has an anode current collector and a cathode current collector provided on a top head, an air plate electrode linked with an anode, and a cell metal cathode linked with a cathode. A cell shell is constituted by a detachable cell top head, and a lower case is locked by a locker. A cell anode comprises a group of air plate electrodes embedded on the cell shell in the lower case, and the cell metal cathode is fastened by a metal cathode clamping piece. An internal oxygen air electrode is embedded on a side of the cell shell.    USE - Zinc-air metal fuel cell for preventing electrolyte leakage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a zinc-air metal fuel cell.
NOVELTY - An electrode plate consists of an active-material layer equipped with two or more layers of a dense layer and an air-gap-formed layer from the collector side. The dense layer has a structure containing active material existing continuously, and does not have a space when the active materials are mutually joined. The air-gap-formed layer is a porous layer having a structure containing active material existing continuously, and has a space when the active materials are joined partially for permeation of electrolyte solution.    USE - Electrode plate is used in nonaqueous-electrolyte secondary batteries (claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary batteries used for electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and power tools.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode plate provides nonaqueous-electrolyte secondary batteries having excellent output characteristics and charging-and-discharging characteristics. The active material is adhered firmly to the collector surface even when a binder is not used. The active-material layer maintains a favorable electric capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electrode plate consists of an active-material layer provided in at least one portion of the surface of a collector. The active-material layer is equipped with two or more layers of a dense layer and an air-gap-formed layer from the collector side. The dense layer has a structure containing active material existing continuously, and does not have a space when the active materials are mutually joined. The air-gap-formed layer is a porous layer having a structure containing active material existing continuously, and has a space when the active materials are joined partially for permeation of electrolyte solution. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of electrode plate; and    (2) nonaqueous-electrolyte secondary battery.
NOVELTY - An electrode plate comprises a collector provided with an electrode active material layer made of active material, on at least one portion of surface. The electrode active material layer has a layer structure in which active material exists continuously, and when the electrode material joins partially, a porous layer is formed through which an electrolyte solution can permeate.    USE - Electrode plate is used as positive electrode plate and negative electrode plate for non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery of electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and power tool.    ADVANTAGE - Since a binder is not used for joining active material, the electrode plate has excellent output characteristics, reduced film thickness of active layer, and favorable electric capacitance, charging/discharging characteristics and electroconductivity. The adhesiveness of the active material with the collector surface is favorable even in the absence of the binder.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the electrode plate; and    (2) non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery.
NOVELTY - A lithium ion battery (10) comprises an electrode (30) containing non-aqueous electrolyte as supporting electrolyte. The electrode is wound electrode in which positive/negative sheet (32,34) provided with occlusion of dischargeable active material is wound through separator (35). The electrolyte solution is impregnated into electrode. A lithium-ion-supply means (40) for supplying lithium ion when the lithium ion concentration of electrolyte solution falls, is located in central portion of at least winding axial direction of electrode.    USE - Lithium ion battery is used as motive power source of vehicle (claimed) e.g. motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle. Can also be used for personal computer and power supply of portable terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium ion battery has excellent durability with respect to high discharge rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A lithium ion battery comprises an electrode containing a non-aqueous electrolyte as supporting electrolyte obtained by dissolving lithium compound in non-aqueous solvent. The electrode is a wound electrode in which positive/negative sheet provided with occlusion of dischargeable active material is wound through separator. The electrolyte solution is impregnated into the electrode. A lithium-ion-supply means for supplying lithium ion when the lithium ion concentration of electrolyte solution falls, is located in the central portion of at least winding axial direction of electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the lithium ion battery.    Lithium ion battery (10)    Electrode (30)    Positive/negative electrode (32,34)    Separator (35)    Lithium-ion-supply means (40)
NOVELTY - An electrode sheet is obtained by coating an electrode material (112) containing an active material, on the surface of a current collector foil (110). The electrode material is coated after the surface of current collector foil is processed using plasma (121a) in a gaseous atmosphere containing nitrogen and hydrogen.    USE - Manufacture of electrode sheet for use in batteries e.g. lithium ion secondary battery and nickel hydride secondary battery used for forming assembled batteries mounted as power supply in vehicles (all claimed) e.g. car (from drawings).    ADVANTAGE - The method improves wettability on the surface of current collector foil, and adhesiveness between current collector foil and electrode material. The obtained electrode sheet provides secondary batteries having excellent performance characteristics and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) battery; and    (2) manufacturing apparatus (100) of electrode sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the manufacturing apparatus of electrode sheet.    Manufacturing apparatus of electrode sheet (100)    Plasma chamber (102)    Current collector foil (110)    Electrode material (112)    Plasma (121a)
NOVELTY - The battery module has several cases (20,40) each accommodating a battery cell. A pair of wall boards (21A) provided opposing each other, surround the accommodated battery cell. The wall boards have a recess portion (24) that fit in a convex portion (22) protruding from an edge of the wall boards, in the surface direction. The battery cells are coupled by fitting the convex portion in the recess portion.    USE - Battery module such as non-aqueous electrolyte lithium ion battery module for portable electronic device and vehicle such as electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the battery cells are coupled by fitting the recess portion on the wall boards with the convex portion protruding from the edge of the wall boards in the surface direction, reliability of fixing the cells in increased. The adhesion process of the cell units is not required and the process of assembling the battery module is made easy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery module.    Terminals (12,14)    Cases (20,40)    Wall boards (21A)    Convex portion (22)    Recess portion (24)
NOVELTY - The secondary battery has an electrode unit with a separator (13) provided between a positive electrode plate (11) and a negative electrode plate (12). A container main portion accommodates the electrode unit and an electrolyte solution. Several grooves (13A) are provided on one surface of the separator.    USE - Secondary battery e.g. non-aqueous electrolyte lithium ion secondary battery for portable electronic device and vehicle such as electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the grooves are formed on one surface of the separator provided between the electrode plates, the time required for pouring the electrolyte solution is reduced. The battery is provided with high energy density. The manufacturing yield of the battery is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the electrode group of secondary battery.    Positive electrode current collection tab (3)    Positive electrode plate (11)    Negative electrode plate (12)    Separator (13)    Grooves (13A)
NOVELTY - The battery has an exterior container (12) that accommodates electrode unit (16) and electrolyte solution. An injection hole (22) is formed in the exterior container for injecting electrolyte solution in exterior container. A sealing stopper (30) is provided with a pressure open valve (32), while sealing injection hole.    USE - Non-aqueous secondary battery such as lithium ion secondary battery used for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electric-power-assisted bicycle and electric equipment.    ADVANTAGE - Since the sealing stopper is provided with pressure open valve while sealing injection hole, the manufacturing efficiency of secondary battery can be improved by shortening the injection time of electrolyte solution in exterior container.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-aqueous secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of non-aqueous secondary battery.    Exterior container (12)    Electrode unit (16)    Injection hole (22)    Sealing stopper (30)    Pressure open valve (32)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has a primary inclined surface (20S) which faces the inner surface of case and a secondary inclined surface facing the primary inclined surface. The primary inclined surface inclines so that one of the upper tray (20) or lower tray (30) is made thin in a horizontal direction (D2) which separates from the opening (40H) in thickness direction (D1). The secondary inclined surface inclines so that the side wall is thickened in horizontal direction which separates from the opening corresponding to inclination of primary inclined surface.    USE - Battery module for electric vehicle and portable electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The battery cells are fixed easily so that assembly of battery module is made easy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the battery module.    Battery module (1)    Upper tray (20)    Primary inclined surface (20S)    Lower tray (30)    Opening (40H)    Thickness direction (D1)    Horizontal direction (D2)
NOVELTY - The battery (10) has an exterior container (12) accommodated with an electrode casing (16) which houses positive and negative electrodes, and electrolyte solution (14). The exterior container is equipped with an electrode terminal (20a,20b) which is electrically connected to either positive electrode or negative electrode. The electrode terminal is provided with a terminal portion whose thickness gradually reduces from the starting edge while protruding in a direction orthogonal to the end surface of exterior container.    USE - Secondary battery e.g. non-aqueous electrolyte lithium ion secondary battery of battery module (claimed) used as power supply in electric vehicle, cordless portable electronic device etc.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be easily positioned during assembly process of battery module. Thus the manufacturing yield of battery and battery module is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of secondary battery.    Secondary battery (10)    Exterior container (12)    Electrolyte solution (14)    Electrode casing (16)    Electrode terminals (20a,20b)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming electrode active material layer on surface of a base material layer (1). The electrode active material layer is bonded to collector through conductive adhesive layer. The base material layer is separated from the active material layer, by coating slurry on base material surface.    USE - Method for manufacturing electrode for lithium ion secondary battery and electrical double layer capacitor for mobile telephone, notebook computer and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The base material layer can be removed easily so that both surfaces of the electrode active material layer can be bonded to collector, the electrode active material layer can be formed in desired thickness and productivity of the electrode can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view explaining the process of manufacturing electrode.    Base material layer (1)    Coating device (3)    Drying machine (4)    Unwinder (10)    Winder (11)
NOVELTY - The coating apparatus has a die head (14) provided with a slit gap (20) for discharging coating material with respect to target object. The width of the slit gap at its ends (20b) along longitudinal direction is set to be 20-80% of the width of the slit gap at its center portion.    USE - Coating apparatus for use in manufacturing of electrode plate of secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to power supply of electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electric-power-assisted bicycle, electric equipment, etc.    ADVANTAGE - A coating apparatus that suppresses variation in coating width and forms an application layer of uniform thickness can be easily provided. Reduction in discharge amount in the both ends of the gap can be easily achieved, as the width of the slit gap at its ends along longitudinal direction is set to be less than the width of the slit gap at its center portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for coating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the die head.    Die head (14)    Slit gap (20)    End of slit gap (20b)    Manifold (26)    End plate (28)
NOVELTY - The temperature adjusting device has a storage case (5) in which several battery cells (3a,3k) are stored. Restricted plates (12x,12y) are arranged inside the storage case so as to fix the battery cells. The heaters (20X,20Y) are arranged between the restricted plates and battery cells respectively. The battery cells are heated based on the signal received from electronic control unit (ECU).    USE - Temperature adjusting device for adjusting temperature of battery mounted in vehicle e.g. hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature adjusting device can warm up the battery cell efficiently while suppressing the shrinkage of battery cell due to the heat of restriction plate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of storage case of temperature adjusting device of battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Blower (2)    Battery cells (3a,3k)    Storage case (5)    Restricted plates (12x,12y)    Heaters (20X,20Y)
NOVELTY - The electrode sheet (100) has collector region (311c) including aluminum and tungsten carbide films (104,106) that are formed on surface of aluminum foil (102). An electrode material layer (108) is formed on the surface of the tungsten carbide film.    USE - Electrode sheet for lithium ion secondary battery used as power supply for vehicle (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductivity of the electrode sheet can be improved by forming electrode material layer on surface of tungsten carbide film. The productivity of the electrode sheet can be improved by eliminated the removal process of oxide film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the electrode sheet.    Electrode sheet (100)    Aluminum foil (102)    Aluminum film (104)    Tungsten carbide film (106)    Electrode material layer (108)    Collector region (311c)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell stack case (110) has a stack assembly (10) whose shape change is absorbed in fuel cell stack (100) along lamination direction. A displacement absorbing mechanism (150) is provided for maintaining contact pressure of stack component uniformly. The displacement absorbing mechanism is provided with elastically deformable plate springs (170,180) along assembly lamination direction.    USE - Case of fuel cell stack used as power supply for motor vehicle and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - Since the displacement absorbing mechanism is provided with elastically deformable plate springs along assembly lamination direction, the rigidity of the stack case can be maintained, the volumetric efficiency of the fuel cell stack case can be improved and the manufacturing cost of the fuel cell stack case can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fixing method of fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fuel cell stack case.    Stack assembly (10)    Fuel cell stack (100)    Fuel cell stack case (110)    Displacement absorbing mechanism (150)    Plate springs (170,180)
NOVELTY - The relay drive circuit has a semiconductor switching element (21) with gate terminal connected to micro processing unit (MPU) (22). The source and drain terminals of semiconductor switching element are connected to power supply and to exciting coil (L1,L2) of main-relay switch (R1,R2) respectively. A resistor (Rs,Rg) is arranged between the MPU and drain terminal. A capacitor (Cd) is arranged between gate and drain terminals.    USE - Relay drive circuit for driving relay switch for use in electric vehicle. Can also be used in hybrid electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The relay switch can be driven efficiently, without using mechanical relay. The size of the relay drive circuit can be reduced effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of the controller of relay drive circuit.    Semiconductor switching element (21)    MPU (22)    Capacitor (Cd)    Exciting coil (L1,L2)    Main-relay switch (R1,R2)    Resistor (Rs,Rg)
NOVELTY - The bipolar battery (10) has a bipolar type electrode (16) comprising a positive electrode active material layer (13), negative electrode active material layer (14) and electrolyte layer (15) formed in the surface of collector (12). A thermistor (30) is connected to the collector in lamination direction of the layers, whose resistance value is decreased with increase in temperature of collector.    USE - Bipolar battery of assembled battery used in vehicle (both claimed) such as hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The resistance value of the thermistor is decreased rapidly due to increase in temperature of collector. The flow of electric current through thermistor can be ensured effectively. The bipolar electrode with simple structure, high reliability and safety can be provided. The stable operating performance of the vehicle can be achieved.    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 bipolar battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Bipolar battery (10)    Collector (12)    Positive electrode active material layer (13)    Negative electrode active material layer (14)    Electrolyte layer (15)    Bipolar type electrode (16)    Thermistor (30)
NOVELTY - The battery (10) has an electric power generation element (20) comprising several bipolar type electrodes. A positive electrode active material layer (13) and a negative electrode active material layer (14) are formed in respective surfaces of collector (12). A control element (30) is provided in collector for reducing the resistance value of collector to the specific resistance value at which conductivity of collector is exhibited. A conducting wire (51) supplies the electric current to an external load device (50) from power generation element through the control element.    USE - Bipolar battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - As the emission of heat from the battery cell is prevented, the safety and reliability of the battery are improved efficiently, so that the stable driving performance of the vehicle is attained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the structure of bipolar battery.    Bipolar battery (10)    Collector (12)    Positive electrode active material layer (13)    Negative electrode active material layer (14)    Electric power generation element (20)    Control element (30)    External load device (50)    Conducting wire (51)
NOVELTY - The battery module has several rigid elements (21,23,24,26) that are connected to battery cells (11-15) such that the edge portions of the battery cells are covered. The covering plates (22,25) are connected to battery cells (16-20) such that the battery cells are covered. The end plates (27,28) are fixed at the edges of the covering plates using the screws (31-36), to support the covering plates.    USE - Battery module for hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery cells can be covered and supported reliably without degrading the reliability of the battery cells and the battery cells can be protected from vibration impact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the battery module.    Battery cells (11-20)    Rigid elements (21,23,24,26)    Covering plates (22,25)    End plates (27,28)    Screws (31-36)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell separator (1) consists of a base layer (3) formed by a separator base material, a metal layer (4) formed on the base layer and provided continuously by the base layer surface, and a metal nitride layer (5) formed on the metal layer.    USE - Separator is used for fuel cell for motor vehicle, electric vehicle and aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The separator has excellent corrosion resistance and low contact resistance (with respect to electrode) and is economically manufactured. The fuel cell formed using separator has excellent electric power generation performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged view of the principal portion of the fuel cell separator.    Fuel cell separator (1)    Base layer (3)    Surface portion (3a)    Metal layer (4)    Metal nitride layer (5)
NOVELTY - The collector (23) has p-type and n-type semiconductor regions formed in rectangle shape along the thickness direction. The semiconductor regions are positioned alternatively to form tessellated shape. The semiconductor regions are formed by adding impurities to the base material made of polysilicon, amorphous silicon, metal oxide or electroconductive macromolecule.    USE - Collector for bipolar electrode of bipolar battery used in vehicle (all claimed) e.g. electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) such as car (from drawing).    ADVANTAGE - The flow of the electric current in the surface direction of the collector is restricted by the rectification action of the semiconductor regions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) bipolar electrode;    (2) bipolar battery; and    (3) assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the bipolar battery.    Bipolar battery (10)    Electric power generation element (20)    Bipolar electrode (21)    Separator (22)    Collector (23)
NOVELTY - A voltage adjustment unit (10) changes the voltage between the terminals of lithium secondary battery (70). An electric current detection unit (30) detects the electric current flowing between lithium secondary battery and voltage adjustment unit. An estimation unit (40) estimates the amount of precipitation of the dendrite precipitated inside the lithium secondary battery, based on the detected electric current.    USE - Apparatus for diagnosing deterioration of lithium secondary battery mounted in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Efficient and more accurate estimation of the amount of precipitation of the dendrite precipitated inside the lithium secondary battery can be easily performed using simple procedures. The service lifetime of lithium secondary battery can be improved, as occurrence of short circuit in lithium secondary battery due to dendrite precipitated inside the lithium secondary battery can be avoided, while estimating available time of lithium secondary battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for deterioration diagnostic apparatus of lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the apparatus used for diagnosing deterioration of lithium secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Voltage adjustment unit (10)    Voltage detection unit (20)    Electric current detection unit (30)    Estimation unit (40)    Lithium secondary battery (70)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has fuel cell stack (1) that generates electric power. The temperature of the fuel cell stack is detected by a temperature sensor (43). The target electric power of the fuel cell stack is calculated. The fuel cell stack is controlled based on difference between generated electric power and target electric power, so that target electric power is generated from the fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The target electric power can be generated from the fuel cell stack and the fall of output performance of the fuel cell system can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell stack (1)    Fuel tank (10)    Hydrogen circulation pump (12)    Radiator (30)    Temperature sensor (43)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has strain gauge and cell voltage detection unit (74) for detecting the deformation of the cell (11n) and terminal voltage of the cell respectively. The internal resistance value of the cell and capacitance maintenance factor of the cell are calculated based on the deformation of the cell. The performance of assembled battery is detected based on terminal voltage, internal resistance value and capacitance maintenance factor of the cell.    USE - Apparatus for detecting performance of assembled battery such as lithium secondary battery for use in electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery performance can be accurately detected before starting the vehicle, so that the necessity for repair can be grasped easily before start of vehicle.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) control apparatus of assembled battery;    (2) performance detecting method of assembled battery; and    (3) control method of assembled battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the performance detection apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Inverter (4)    Motor (5)    Vehicle control apparatus (6)    Cell (11n)    Cell voltage detection unit (74)
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous electrolyte contains electrolytic salt and solvent including fluorine-containing ester solvent and fluorine-containing solvent other than fluorine-containing ester solvent.    USE - Nonaqueous electrolyte used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for hybrid vehicle, aluminum electrolyte capacitor and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte provides lithium secondary battery with excellent charging and discharging efficiency and cycling characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A nonaqueous electrolyte contains electrolytic salt and solvent including fluorine-containing ester solvent of formula: RfCH2COOR, and fluorine-containing solvent other than fluorine-containing ester solvent.    Rf=1-4C fluoroalkyl;and    R=1-4C alkyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery, which has positive electrode, negative electrode, separator and nonaqueous electrolyte.
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system set with a plenum system, has housing (1) provided with a ventilation inlet (4) and a ventilation outlet (2). The air flowed into the housing through ventilation inlet, is discharged out of the housing through ventilation outlet by a fan (22). An air heat exchanger (3) is arranged to perform heat exchange operation between the inflow air flowed into housing and the air discharged from the housing through the ventilation outlet.    USE - Package type fuel cell system for use in domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell system is enhanced, even when a low external temperature is maintained, and a stable operation of the fuel cell system can be achieved. The freezing process of interior of housing can be suppressed, and the failure of fuel cell system due to high temperature is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the package type fuel cell system.    Housing (1)    Ventilation outlet (2)    Air heat exchanger (3)    Ventilation inlet (4)    Fan (22)
NOVELTY - The device has shaker device (1) such as water pump which carries out reciprocation vibration in fixed horizontal direction. The shaker device is fixed by fixing element (4a) with respect to metal support stand (2) whose lower surface support stand slidably contacts with upward support surface of support frame (5). A vibration attenuation element (3) extending in direction perpendicular to vibration direction is fixed to support stand and frame. The vibration attenuation characteristic of vibration attenuation element is higher than that of support frame.    USE - Fuel cell power generating device for domestic application.    ADVANTAGE - The vibration of the support frame can be prevented and the generation of noise can be prevented, while the size of the fuel cell power generating device can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell power generating device.    Shaker device (1)    Metal support stand (2)    Vibration attenuation element (3)    Fixing element (4a)    Support frame (5)
NOVELTY - A magnesium-air secondary battery has positive electrode (23), negative electrode (25), and nonaqueous magnesium ion conductor provided between the negative electrode and positive electrode. The positive electrode has active material including stable radical-containing compound. The magnesium ions are occluded and discharged from the negative electrode.    USE - Magnesium-air secondary battery is used for electric vehicle and portable information equipment e.g. mobile telephone, and email terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The magnesium-air secondary battery has excellent charging/discharging characteristics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the F-type electrochemical cell.    F-type electrochemical cell (20)    Casing (21)    Foamed nickel board (22)    Positive electrode (23)    Negative electrode (25)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell electric power generation system has a warm water circulation system for circulating warm water heated by the heat of exhaust gas from a fuel cell power generation device (1). A cooler (8) radiates the surplus heat of warm water towards the outer side. A cutoff valve (92) is provided in an exhaust pipe (9) and opened for blowing exhaust gas from the fuel cell power generating device towards the cooler for increasing the temperature of warm water within the cooler when the detected temperature of warm water in the cooler is lower than a preset temperature.    USE - Fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The freezing of the cooler pipe is prevented without consuming useless energy and the driving of the fuel cell power generation device is performed stably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the model diagram of the heat exhaust system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell power generation device (1)    Cooler (8)    Exhaust pipe (9)    Temperature sensor (23)    Cutoff valves (91,92)
NOVELTY - The device has electrode assembly (12) with separator (7) provided between positive and negative electrode plates (3,6), which is inserted into bottomed cylindrical container (20) via an opening. The terminals (10,11) of electrode plates is extended outside the container and sealed at outer-periphery edge of opening of container by using a cover (24). The cover is pressurized by applying external force such that the electrode assembly is compressed inside the container and insulated from internal peripheral surface of the container.    USE - Electrical storage device such as lithium ion capacitor used in hybrid electric vehicle, fuel-cell vehicle, momentary low voltage countermeasure apparatus, and backup power supply device of load-leveling apparatus used in wind-powered electricity generation. Can also be used in lithium ion secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode assembly can be pressurized firmly inside the container. The deformation of electrode assembly during application of external force can be prevented. The heat dissipation effect of electrical storage device can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the electrical storage device.    Positive electrode plate (3)    Negative electrode plate (6)    Separator (7)    Terminals (10,11)    Electrode assembly (12)    Container (20)    Cover (24)
NOVELTY - The electrolytic capacitor has separator between anode and cathode foils in a capacitor element (1) inserted at an exterior case (7). A winding stop tape (6) is adhered to outer peripheral surface of capacitor element and is sealed by a sealing element (8). The width of the winding stopping tape is made more than the width of the electrode foil. The capacitor element is fixed by pressing the capacitor element in the inner bottom surface of the exterior case. A stationary plate (9) is inserted between capacitor element and inner bottom surface of exterior case.    USE - Electrolytic capacitor mounted in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The width of the winding stop tape is made more than width of electrode foil such that capacitor is fixed firmly into the exterior case when capacitor element is pressed at preset pressure within exterior case and the vibration resistant property of the electrolytic capacitor is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the capacitor element.    Capacitor element (1)    Winding stop tape (6)    Exterior case (7)    Sealing element (8)    Stationary plate (9)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a ceramic substrate on upper surface of a cooler having larger linear expansion coefficient than the linear expansion coefficient of substrate. The substrate and the cooler are joined by heating brazing material provided between the substrate and cooler. The cooler with large linear expansion coefficient is cooled after cooling the substrate.    USE - Method of manufacturing semiconductor device for power converter device e.g. inverter for hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the cooler with large linear expansion coefficient is cooled after cooling the substrate, generation of curvature in the cooler can be suppressed and influence on the cooler during heating can be eliminated. Hence, favorable cooling efficiency can be provided and efficiency of semiconductor device can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining manufacturing process of semiconductor device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - Pulse width setting unit sets pulse width for carrying out pulse width modulation (PWM) for each divided area based on the address value of each divided area specifying relative location of drive components of motor. PWM signal generation unit generates PWM signal based on the set pulse width. Basic pulse width setting unit sets the basic pulse width for each divided area. A multiplication unit multiples the coefficient which is set according to torque required for motor, with basic pulse width so as to calculate the pulse width.    USE - Apparatus for driving electric motor such as rotary motor, linear motor and brushless motor of electronic device e.g. projector, mobile device, and robot (all claimed), electric power assisted bicycle, portable apparatus, fuel cell type mobile phone, and rail vehicle. Can also be used for driving fan motor of fuel cell apparatus, digital display, vehicle equipment, fuel cell type personal computer, fuel cell type digital camera, fuel cell type video camera, and motor of household appliances, spindle motor of optical memory device, magnetic storage apparatus, polygon mirror vibration device, etc., and motor of timepiece, drum type washing machine, and vibrating motor of roller coaster, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Torque of motor can be changed by changing the coefficient which is to be multiplied with the basic pulse width. Electric motor can be driven efficiently thus motor efficiency can be improved while reducing the vibration and noise.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the control process of moving direction of motor. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves operating a drive, and detecting speed (v) of a vehicle. Length of time (T) that is elapsed till the end of actuation of a brake pedal is detected. The detection is made whether the length of the time lies above a minimum period by comparing the length of time with a minimum period. An actuation state of an accelerator pedal is detected. The drive is switched off, when the length of time lies above the period and the accelerator pedal is not operated during length of time. The operation of drive is resumed, when the length of time does not lie above the minimum period.    USE - Method for controlling an operating mode of a drive e.g. combustion engine and fuel cell drive, of a vehicle e.g. passenger motor vehicle such as car, truck and hybrid vehicle. Can also be used for a boat and an airplane.    ADVANTAGE - The method detects the actuation state of accelerator pedal, switches off the drive, when the length of the time lies above the minimum period and the accelerator pedal is not operated during length of time, and resumes the operation of drive, when the length of the time does not lie above the minimum period, so that the number of starts during usual traffic conditions, maintenance costs and load of the drive are reduced while saving fuel, thus improving traveling comfort, and avoiding control errors. The method controls the drive of the vehicle with automatic transmission in a simple manner as clutch signals are not required for controlling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a device for controlling a drive of a vehicle, comprising a controller.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph explaining the relationship between speed and/or actuation signal.    Brake operation line (B)    Times (t1-t4)    Length of time (T)    Speed of vehicle (v)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell module (1) has a fuel cell (2), a residual gas burner (4) and a heat exchanger (6). The compressors (27,28) are provided for flow-guiding connection between two components of the module. The compressor is arranged between the residual gas burner and the heat exchanger. The component is designed as austenite component or as nickel based alloy part, particularly made of INCONEL (RTM: refers to a family of austenitic nickel-chromium-based superalloys).    USE - Fuel cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell module has a fuel cell, a residual gas burner and a heat exchanger, and thus ensures to increase the life time of the fuel cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of a fuel cell module.    Fuel cell module (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Residual gas burner (4)    Heat exchanger (6)    Compressors (27,28)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell device (2) for producing electricity, and a blower (7) for supplying a fuel cell oxidizing agent. An inverter (8) is provided for adjusting the produced electricity to requirements of a consumer i.e. watercraft. A cable (9) is provided for connecting the system to a power supply of the consumer. The fuel cell device operates with hydrogen as fuel and oxygen as the agent. A device (4) for storing of fuel of a fuel cell is designed as a pressure container and/or a liquefied petroleum gas tank. A device for producing the fuel is designed as an electrolyzer (5).    USE - Buoyant power supply system i.e. pontoon, for supplying electric energy to a consumer i.e. watercraft such as ship and boat (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The system is designed such that it produces electricity accurately by the fuel cells, and is maneuvered with own force or using a tugboat, and ensures supply of electricity without using onboard diesel generators, thus reducing number of loads.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic top view of a buoyant power supply system.    Buoyant power supply system (1)    Fuel cell device (2)    Fuel storing device (4)    Electrolyzer (5)    Reformer (6)    Blower (7)    Inverter (8)    Cable (9)    Ship (10)
NOVELTY - The commercial vehicle has battery (31) provided upwards rather than the floor surface that supports the passenger's crew while being used as energy source. A duct (33) guides external air to the battery. A Peltier device (37) is attached to the metal balance weight (W) mounted in vehicle rear. The Peltier device is in contact with the rear surface (33b) of the duct and front surface (Wa) of the balance weight. The heat of the external air that circulated inside the duct is absorbed by the Peltier device to thermally radiate the heat to the balance weight.    USE - Commercial vehicle such as hybrid forklift truck.    ADVANTAGE - The battery can be cooled efficiently while suppressing the invasion of water into the battery due to heat absorption effect of the Peltier device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the Peltier device arranged between duct and balance weight. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Battery (31)    Duct (33)    Rear surface of the duct (33b)    Peltier device (37)    Metal balance weight (W)    Front surface of the balance weight (Wa)
NOVELTY - The detector (10) has a voltage calculation part (44) computing voltage of a battery (B) that supplies electric power to an electric motor to start an internal combustion engine (E) of a vehicle. A discharge capability detection part detects discharge capability of the battery based on the voltage computed by the voltage calculation part. The detection part detects the discharge capability of the battery based on average value of voltage computed when rotation speed reaches elapsed time.    USE - Detector for detecting discharge capability of a battery i.e. lead battery, for supplying electric power to a starter motor of an internal combustion engine of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The detection part detects the discharge capability of the battery based on average value of voltage computed in a period, thus supplying electric power to the electric motor to start the internal combustion engine of the vehicle with sufficient precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a discharge capability detector.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Battery (B)    Internal combustion engine (E)    Discharge capability detector (10)    Engine water temperature sensor (12)    Temperature calculating part (23)    Internal resistance calculating part (24)    Voltage calculation part (44)
NOVELTY - The hybrid vehicle (1) includes an ECU (100) which enables switching of a gear ratio by each speed change interstage of a first transmission mechanism (40) during a regenerative braking by shifting a first clutch (61) from an engaged state to a released state. The ECU shifts a second clutch (62) from a released state to an engaged state to connect a motor generator (20) to a second transmission mechanism (50).    USE - Hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Enables performing a speed change while suppressing the reduction of braking force. Enables switching a gear ratio by the speed change interstage in the transmission mechanism to which the motor/generator is connected in a state in which a driver is performing a brake operation with a desired braking force, without giving discomfort to the driver.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of hybrid vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hybrid vehicle (1)    Motor generator (20)    First transmission mechanism (40)    Second transmission mechanism (50)    First clutch (61)    Second clutch (62)    ECU (100)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has several inner walls (55-57) that are arranged in a main structure (50), and separated by an interior space (50a). An elastic absorber (51) is accommodated in the interior space to absorb the suction fluid. The liquid absorber is closely contacted with the inner walls. The inner walls of the main structure are heated by the heaters (5b,68b). The fluid absorber is made of foaming silicone rubber.    USE - Vaporization apparatus used in reaction apparatus (claimed) of electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The heat generated by the liquid absorber can be conducted by the heaters effectively, and the fall of thermal efficiency of the vaporization apparatus can be suppressed reliably.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the vaporization apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Heaters (5b,68b)    Main structure (50)    Interior space (50a)    Elastic absorber (51)    Inner walls (55-57)
NOVELTY - The method involves establishing electromotion automobile charging stations (1) with same pattern as that of an automobile gas station (12) in a certain partition space. A charging card (14) is utilized for payment purpose, and a network managing system (13) is established. The automobile charging stations in different regions are uniformly managed by a network, and a battery (10) is charged by a charging device of the automobile charging stations through electric grid alternative current and solar and wind power generator (4).    USE - Method for managing charging operation of an electromotion automobile battery.    ADVANTAGE - The automobile charging stations are established individually or near the automobile gas stations to contribute to application of the battery automobile. The charged batteries of the electromotion automobile can be exchanged anywhere, thus avoiding overcharging of the battery. The electromotion automobile battery has wide application range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The battery is a lead-acid battery (5), nickel-hydrogen battery (6) or lithium battery (7).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a method for managing charging operation of an electromotion automobile battery.    Electromotion automobile charging stations (1)    Solar and wind power generator (4)    Lead-acid battery (5)    Nickel-hydrogen battery (6)    Lithium battery (7)    Battery (10)    Automobile gas station (12)    Network managing system (13)    Charging card (14)
NOVELTY - The device has a resistor (R3) whose one end is connected to a power output end pin (3) of a voltage chip (IC1). A pin (1) of a control chip (IC2) is grounded and another pin (2) is grounded through a capacitor (C3). A pin of a control chip (IC2) is connected to one end of a resistor (R5). Other end of the resistor (R5) is connected to one end of another resistor (R6) and a base of a transistor (T1). Other end of the latter resistor (R6) is grounded. An emitter of the transistor is grounded, and a collector is connected to a base of another transistor (T2).    USE - Storage battery maintenance device for an electrical bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The device prolongs service life of the storage battery. The device increase mileage of the electrical bicycle and prolongs the service life of the storage battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram illustrating a storage battery maintenance device.    Capacitor (C3)    Voltage chip (IC1)    Control chip (IC2)    Resistors (R3, R5, R6)    Transistors (T1, T2)    Pins (1-3)
NOVELTY - The bicycle has flywheel (1) and a switchable auxiliary electric motor (2), where the flywheel is mounted on right side of axle (4) of rear wheel. Another axle with two gears (3) is arranged on right side of the bicycle chain. The small gear of the latter axis engages in the bicycle chain.    USE - Bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - Another axle with two gears is arranged on right side of the bicycle chain. The small gear of the latter axis engages in the bicycle chain, and thus ensures bicycle with easy movement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of bicycle.    Flywheel (1)    Electric motor (2)    Gears (3)    Axle (4)    Brackets (7)
NOVELTY - The permanent magnet (20) has an air gap channel (26) formed in at least one of north-pole and south-pole. The air gap channel is filled with non-magnet property material. The line of magnetic force from left side air gap channel (26a) and line of magnetic force from right side air gap channel (26b) are extended towards upper direction of the air gap channel.    USE - Permanent magnet for brushless electric machine used in electronic device, fuel cell use apparatus, moving object, medical device and robot (all claimed), e.g. projector, fuel cell usage type mobile phone, power assisted bicycle and MRI equipment. Can also be used in fan motor of fuel cell usage type personal computer (PC), digital camera and video camera, vibrating motor and motor of timepiece, drum type washing machine, roller coaster and spindle motor in magnetic storage apparatus and polygon mirror drive device.    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic field of the permanent magnet in the position of the air gap channel can be strengthened and the directivity of the magnetic field can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of permanent magnet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the permanent magnet. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Permanent magnet (20)    Air gap channel (26)    Left side air gap channel (26a)    Right side air gap channel (26b)
NOVELTY - The method involves measuring density of a metallic element in a sample solution by setting excitation temperature of plasma in a specific value or more and applying an internal standard correction method. The sample solution contains gallium or copper as an internal standard element, and combination of lithium, aluminum, and manganese, or lithium, aluminum, nickel, cobalt or manganese as a measuring object element.    USE - Method for performing high precision inductive coupling plasma-emission-spectroscopy analysis of a metallic element in a lithium secondary battery of a portable electronic device such as personal computer, video camera and mobile telephone. Can also be used for performing high precision inductive coupling plasma-emission-spectroscopy analysis in a motor vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method can rapidly analyze the metallic element, and stably measure the metallic-element density and lithium/metal ratio with high precision for a long period of time without receiving an influence of capacitance difference produced in a pre-process.
NOVELTY - The voltage balancing circuit has a battery equalizer (12) connected to both electrodes of batteries (4,6), where a comparator is provided inside the battery equalizer for comparing a reference voltage with an output voltage of the latter battery. The batteries maintain voltage balance through pulse width modulation.    USE - Voltage balancing circuit for a vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The voltage balancing circuit has a battery equalizer connected to both electrodes of batteries, where a comparator is provided inside the battery equalizer for comparing a reference voltage with an output voltage of the latter battery, and hence enables realizing voltage balance between the batteries without deterioration of performance of the battery by equally maintaining voltages of the batteries, as well as ensures increasing the life of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a voltage balancing circuit. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Alternator (2)    Batteries (4,6)    Loads (8,10)    Battery equalizer (12)
NOVELTY - The car has a solar energy receiving device and a solar energy charging circuit that are electrically connected with each other. The solar energy charging circuit is arranged within the car. The solar energy receiving device covers two sides, ceiling, rear end cover and an engine cover of the car and is arranged on a car body. The solar energy charging circuit is electrically connected with a charging battery. The solar energy receiving device is a thin film type multi-crystal silicon solar energy photovoltaic battery with resin as a carrier.    USE - Solar energy hybrid power car.    ADVANTAGE - The car changes solar energy into electric energy to drive the car instead of gas and diesel fuel when driving the car. The car can use solar energy and can charge the battery from solar energy and store solar energy in the battery in cloudy days. The car can charge from commercial electricity, when the battery runs out.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar energy hybrid power car.
NOVELTY - The bi-cycle has an accumulator (2) fixed on a vehicle frame upright post (3), and a generator fixed on a vehicle beam footplate (7). A generator electro motion part (4) is connected with an anode of the accumulator. The electro motion part and a generating part (5) of the generator are arranged on a rotating shaft. Circles of a loop of the generating part are twice that of the circles of the loop of the electro motion part. The cathode of a rear wheel driving motor (9) is connected with a current controller (1) on a vehicle handle.    USE - Self-generating non-charging electric motor bi-cycle.    ADVANTAGE - The car is simple and environment-friendly, and convenient to use. The partial current flows into the generator electro motion part to accelerate the electro motion part and increase the generating quantity. The rest current returns to the accumulator to drive the electric motor car quickly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a self-generating non-charging electric motor bi-cycle.    Current controller (1)    Accumulator (2)    Vehicle frame upright post (3)    Generator electro motion part (4)    Generating part (5)    Vehicle beam footplate (7)    Rear wheel driving motor (9)
NOVELTY - The car has a car shaft (2) fixed at bottom of a car body (1), and a generator (3) fixed in a car head. A cathode of a stator coil of the generator is connected with a cathode of a storage battery (11) while anode coil is connected with an anode of the storage battery. A belt wheel of the generator is connected with a belt wheel (5) of a motor (9) through a triangular belt. A cathode of the stator coil of the motor is connected with the cathode of the storage battery through a current controller while the anode of the motor is connected with the storage battery.    USE - Charging-free self-generating electric car.    ADVANTAGE - The car has low construction cost, low maintenance cost, non-pollution and convenient for popularization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a charging-free self-generating electric car.    Car body (1)    Car shaft (2)    Generator (3)    Belt wheel (5)    Motor (9)    Storage battery (11)
NOVELTY - The method involves treating a hydrogen cavity and an oxygen cavity working surface on a bipolar plate in a conductive corrosion resistant manner, and treating a cooling cavity working surface in a corrosion resistant manner by laser welding or soldering an anode stainless steel monopolar plate and a cathode stainless steel monopolar plate to form bipolar plates. A fuel cell sealing piece for the bipolar plate is assembled with the hydrogen cavity and the oxygen cavity working surface treated in the conductive corrosion resistant manner.    USE - Method for treating corrosion resistant surface of stainless steel bipolar plate of a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method treats the surface of the hydrogen cavity, the oxygen cavity and the cooling cavity separately, thus reducing manufacturing cost of the bipolar plate. The method passivates the surface of the cooling cavity by simulating the coolant, so that the process is very simple and reliable.
NOVELTY - An electrical storage apparatus (40) has electrical-storage material and a container in which the electrical-storage material is accommodated. The portion(s) of container includes alloy containing aluminum (6-10 %mass) and remainder of iron and unavoidable impurity.    USE - Electrical storage apparatus is used for vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrical storage apparatus is light-weight, and generation of vibration sound during expansion and contraction of electrical-storage material is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrical storage element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of electrical storage apparatus.    Electrical storage apparatus (40)    Assembled battery (41)    Coolant (42)    Battery storage case (43)    Air layer (45)
NOVELTY - The generating unit has a heat supply including a chassis (1), and a generator (2) arranged inside the chassis. A temperature sensing part (50) senses inner temperature of the chassis, and an automotive electric part is installed inside the chassis. An engine (5) arranged inside the chassis runs the generator, so that the generator produces electricity. A heat transfer member collects the heat delivered to an aberration spot. A controller (60) operates the engine, so that the automotive electric part ascends the temperature over a limit inferior use temperature.    USE - Power generating unit.    ADVANTAGE - The automotive electric part is heated using the heat emitted in the engine, so that the malfunction or damage of the automotive electric part can be prevented safely. The engine is operated to no-load when the engine is stopped, so that fuel consumption of the engine can be minimized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a power generating unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a power generating unit.    Chassis (1)    Generator (2)    Engine (5)    Temperature sensing part (50)    Controller (60)
NOVELTY - The device has multiple transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes (50) electrically connected between a fuel cell (20) and a high voltage cell voltage measurement device. A high voltage capacitor (60) is connected between a signal wire (31) and the high voltage cell voltage measurement device. The TVS diodes are connected with the signal wire. The high voltage capacitor is coupled with a final signal line. A bypass path of electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic wave environment conformance (EMC) is performed in the high voltage capacitor.    USE - Electrostatic discharge protection device for a high voltage cell e.g. fuel cell and battery, voltage measurement device in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The device protects a connector from electrostatic discharge while measuring a cell voltage in a battery or fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of an electrostatic discharge protection device for a high voltage cell voltage measurement device.    Voltage measurement controller (10)    Fuel cell (20)    Signal wire (31)    Transient voltage suppressor diode (50)    High voltage capacitor (60)
NOVELTY - A rechargeable battery comprises a cap assembly coupled to the case, and having a vent plate (160) and a current interrupt portion for interrupting electrical connection due to a current interrupt pressure inside the case. The vent plate has a notch (163) configured to fracture the vent plate due to a vent fracture pressure inside the case.    USE - A rechargeable battery for driving a small and portable electronic device, e.g. mobile phone, a laptop computer or a camcorder; or for driving a motor of a hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery is rechargeable, and has improved reliability and safety.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A rechargeable battery comprises:    (1) an electrode assembly comprising a positive electrode comprising a current collector and a positive active material coupled to the current collector, a negative electrode, and a separator between the positive electrode and the negative electrode;    (2) a case containing the electrode assembly; and    (3) a cap assembly coupled to the case, and having a vent plate (160) and a current interrupt portion for interrupting electrical connection due to a current interrupt pressure inside the case.    The vent plate has a notch (163) configured to fracture the vent plate due to a vent fracture pressure inside the case. The battery satisfies the equation of A'/B'=1.22-0.39X+D', where D' is - 0.08 to 0.08, A' is current interrupt pressure (kgf/cm2) of the current interrupt portion, B' is the vent fracture pressure (kgf/cm2) of the notch, and X is a capacity (Ah) of the rechargeable battery. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings are schematic cross-sectional views of processes of interruption of electric current and fracture of a vent.    Insulating member (145)    Cap-down (146)    Vent plate (160)    Notch (163)    Welded portions (174, 176)
NOVELTY - The device has two impellers (3) fixedly equipped on two stretching-out ends of an electric generator. An output end of the electric generator is electrically connected with a rectifier (6). An output end of the rectifier is connected with an input end of a storage cell for vehicle by a lead wire (5). Multiple air holes (1) are formed on windward sides of the vehicle. Front ends of bell-mouth shaped vent pipes (2) communicate with the air holes. Tail ends of the vent pipes communicate with each other and are equipped on front ends of the two impellers.    USE - Wind power generation device for charging a storage battery of a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The wind power generation device charges the vehicle storage battery, and utilizes the wind energy in the vehicle driving process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a wind power generation device.    Air holes (1)    Bell-mouth shaped vent pipes (2)    Impellers (3)    Lead wire (5)    Rectifier (6)
NOVELTY - The motorcycle has a detachable drag type battery (3) mounted with a rolling wheel and a telescopic drag pull rod device. A battery box (2) is internally mounted with three connecting terminals. The battery is mounted with three terminal connecting holes correspondingly, which are matched with the connecting terminals. The battery box is internally mounted with a guide block (4) for locating the battery. The battery is mounted with a handle.    USE - Electric motorcycle.    ADVANTAGE - The motorcycle is convenient to carry and convenient to assemble and disassemble, and can be easily charged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an electric motorcycle.    Electric vehicle body (1)    Battery box (2)    Detachable drag type battery (3)    Guide block (4)
NOVELTY - The heat exchangers (34,42,32,44) exchange external air and coolant while reducing the pressure of the coolant alternately between the heat-exchanging processes by pressure reduction devices (43,46). A coolant path switching unit (45) switches coolant path so that the coolant is made to flow in the reverse direction to heat external air, at the time of heating operation. An oxidizing agent gas zone electrification unit (50) electrifies oxidizing agent gas so as to cool the coolant discharged from a compressor (41) for cooling the external air.    USE - Air conditioner for fuel cell system of electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The air conditioning and the heating efficiency can be improved reliably and the collection rate of water from the fuel cell can be improved effectively while improving the electrostatic attraction between the heating surface and water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the heat pump system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (10)    Heat exchangers (34,42,32,44)    Compressor (41)    Pressure-reduction devices (43,46)    Coolant path switching unit (45)    Oxidizing agent gas zone electrification unit (50)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell system has a control unit that computes flow volume of fuel into a fuel cell so that target cell stack voltage of the fuel cell reaches preset value. The target cell stack voltage is varied based on the change in stack electric current of the fuel cell.    USE - Fuel cell system for cogeneration system and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the target cell stack voltage is varied according to the change in stack electric current of the fuel cell, the fuel supply can be changed rapidly according to the change in the load. The fuel volume can also be calculated in the same process, providing a brief control process. The optimal fuel flow volume can be attained, without the need for calculating current-voltage characteristics. The fall in electricity generating capacity of the fuel cell can be automatically corrected.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for control method for fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the fuel flow volume calculation process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The protective cover (100) has a main surface (9) that includes an opening on lower portion and a latching board (17) is connected to edge (13) of the opening. The front end of the board latches with a convex portion (7) of a fuse unit (1). A bending portion (21) of the board is pressed inwards so that front end of board is displaced to latching release direction from the convex portion.    USE - Protective cover for fuse unit of vehicle-mounted battery.    ADVANTAGE - Since the front end of board is displaced to latching release direction from the convex portion by pressing the bending portion inwards, the latching of convex portion of fuse unit and latching board can be released efficiently hence fuse unit can be removed easily from the battery with single-hand and efficiency of battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for attaching or detaching protective cover for fuse unit of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of protective cover.    Fuse unit (1)    Convex portion of fuse unit (7)    Main surface of cover (9)    Edge of opening (13)    Latching board (17)    Bending portion of board (21)    Protective cover (100)
NOVELTY - The device has battery cells (3) that are arranged in storage case (5) by preset intervals, and flow paths (9) that are formed adjacent to battery cells. Several baffle plates are provided to adjust the flow of temperature control medium flowing in flow paths of storage case. The baffle plate is provided in edges of battery cells at both ends, so that the temperature control medium is flowed into flow paths of battery cells at both ends in sequence direction during warming-up.    USE - Battery temperature adjusting device mounted in vehicle such as hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery cells at both ends can be heated effectively and uniformly, using baffle plates. The flow direction can be changed during warming condition and cooling condition, using battery temperature adjusting device. Hence, the throughput of battery cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the storage case of battery temperature adjusting device.    Blower (2)    Battery cell (3)    Storage case (5)    Exhaust passage (6)    Flow path (9)
NOVELTY - Several baffle plates (11,15) are provided to adjust the flow of temperature control medium flowing in flow paths (9ab,9bc,9cd,9de,9ef,9fg,9gh,9ij) of storage case (5) containing battery cells (3a-3j) arranged by preset intervals. The baffle plate is arranged in flow paths of battery cells at both ends rather than flow paths of battery cells at center, so that the temperature control medium is flowed into flow paths of battery cells at both ends during warming-up.    USE - Battery temperature adjusting device mounted in hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery cells at both ends can be heated effectively at minimum temperature, using baffle plates. Hence, the throughput of battery cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the storage case of battery temperature adjusting device.    Battery cells (3a-3j)    Storage case (5)    Exhaust passage (6)    Flow paths (9ab,9bc,9cd,9de,9ef,9fg,9gh,9ij)    Baffle plates (11,15)
NOVELTY - The silencer (10) has sound absorption material filled in a case in the state of surrounding an exhaust gas channel penetrating the case. The exhaust gas channel has several small holes opened inside the case. A thin film is provided in the exhaust gas channel in the state of not passing liquid between the exhaust gas channel and the sound absorption material and passing sound wave. The thin film is made to contact the internal surface of the exhaust gas channel.    USE - Silencer for muffling exhaust gas of fuel cell stack mounted in motor vehicle. Can also be used for muffling exhaust gas of fuel cell stack mounted in home and factory.    ADVANTAGE - The deterioration of muffling performance due to condensed water is prevented by preventing permeation of condensed water in the sound absorption material from the exhaust gas channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the explanatory view of the exhaust system.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Noise reduction device (1)    Fuel cell stack (2)    Exhaust system (3)    Silencer (10)
NOVELTY - The method involves fixing the module battery (1) to a fixing unit by pressing the module battery with respect to the fixing unit. A die cutting blade (2) is attached to a movable portion of exterior case (15). A portion of the surface of exterior case is disconnected using the die cutting blade.    USE - Method for disassembling module battery such as secondary battery such as nickel hydrogen battery and lithium ion battery mounted in vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to motor vehicle, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and hybrid motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The die cutting blade is attached to the movable portion of exterior case. Hence the module battery can be disassembled easily. The bottom surface and side of module battery can be disconnected efficiently and correctly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a disassembled perspective view of the module battery.    Module battery (1)    Die cutting blade (2)    Under-pinning mold (3)    Lower case (13)    Exterior case (15)
NOVELTY - The cap (1) has cap element (3) that covers the battery terminal on upper surface wall of battery, and battery box, and cap element (5) that covers a fuse unit. A terminal engaging element engaged with battery terminal is provided in inner surface of side wall of cap element (3). An emergency wall open element (7) is provided to open the wall which covers the outer periphery of ruptured fuse unit piece of fuse unit dischargeably, when rupture of fuse unit occurs.    USE - Protective cap used for fuse connection structure of battery used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The protection of battery terminal and battery box can be improved by protective cap, even the fuse unit is ruptured. Hence, the short circuit accident in battery can be prevented. The external appearance of protective cap can be improved by simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the protective cap in open state. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Protective cap (1)    Cap elements (3,5)    Emergency wall open element (7)    Fracturing element (9)    Adjacent wall (11)
NOVELTY - The motor vehicle battery has two electrical energy storages that are switched parallely with cells (5a,5b). The electrical energy storages of each cell are connected to a common pole in force fit manner with common current bar. The energy storages are connected to another common pole in force fit manner with another common current bar.    USE - Motor vehicle battery.    ADVANTAGE - The motor vehicle battery has two electrical energy storages that are switched parallely with cells, and hence ensures simply production of the battery having small weight and small energy dissipation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for producing a motor vehicle battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of energy blocks with cells.    Electric block (2)    Energy storages (4a,4b,4c,4d)    Cells (5a,5b)    Common current bars (6a,6b,8a,8b,8c)    Housing (10)    Connecting ends (12a,12b)
NOVELTY - The structure includes a battery accommodation recess (13) defined by a rear floor panel (RFP), a rear floor extension (RE) coupled with the front end of the rear floor panel, and a rear panel (RP) coupled with the rear end of the rear floor panel. An inclination corner surface (13A) is formed in the front lower surface of the recess by joining the upwardly and forwardly inclining front portion (1B) of the floor panel to the lower edge flange (7) of the rear floor extension. The corner surface faces the rear upper surface (21A) of a rear suspension beam (21) for rear wheel suspension.    USE - Battery support structure for use in vehicle, such as hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The battery accommodation recess runs over along the rear suspension beam at time of rear impact of the following vehicle, preventing the battery from colliding with and being damaged by the rear suspension beam.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of a battery storage structure.    Front portion (1B)    Lower edge flange (7)    Battery accommodation recess (13)    Inclination corner surface (13A)    Rear suspension beam (21)    Rear upper surface (21A)    Rear floor extension (RE)    Rear floor panel (RFP)    Rear panel (RP)
NOVELTY - The device has an outdoor unit (16) that performs heat exchange operation between the coolant supplied along the flow paths (10a-10h) and the external air with respect to the temperature increase of compressor (11). The heat emitted from refrigerant is radiated to the cooling water at the time of air-conditioning the vehicle interior. A radiator (42) is positioned between the outdoor unit and external air introduction fan (32) so as to radiate the heat supplied to the cooling water supplied along flow paths (40a-40h) at the time of cooling the fuel cell (2).    USE - Air-conditioning and fuel cell cooling device mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The air-conditioning effect and the fuel cell cooling effect can be improved effectively without enlarging the thickness of the air-conditioning and fuel cell cooling device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of air-conditioning and fuel cell cooling device at the time of air-conditioning operation. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuel cell (2)    Coolant flow paths (10a-10h)    Compressor (11)    Outdoor unit (16)    External air introduction fan (32)    Cooling water flow paths (40a-40i)    Radiator (42)
NOVELTY - A damper (10d) in branch duct (10e) of each of the blower outlets (12A-12D), is configured to open branch duct so as to blow off cooling air from blower outlet towards vehicle chamber interior (2). Switching state of the damper is detected by a switch (13). Louver (14) is configured to adjust the cooling air coming out from the blower outlet, by the drive of the actuators. Actuators are controlled based on the detection of switching state of damper, so that louver is controlled to turn wind direction of cooling air from blower outlet to predetermined direction.    USE - Vehicle such as hybrid vehicle e.g. hybrid car. Can also be used in electric vehicle, and fuel cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The circulation of air in vehicle chamber interior can be maintained and cooling efficiency of the hybrid battery can be improved, even when any one of the blower outlet is closed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a model of the hybrid vehicle.    Vehicle chamber interior (2)    Damper (10d)    Branch duct (10e)    Blower outlets (12A-12D)    Switch (13)    Louver (14)
NOVELTY - The fuse unit (1) has a linking portion (11) that links terminal boards (3,5) of bus-bar (7). The bus-bar is accommodated in upper surface of fuse housing (9). The linking portion is covered by transparent resin-made cover. A V-shaped notch is formed in the terminal boards so that fuse housing is detached from region in which cross-section area of bus-bar is small, when force is applied to fuse unit.    USE - Battery fuse unit used in vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of short circuit due to collision of vehicle can be avoided since the fuse housing is detached from region in which cross-section area of bus-bar is small, when force acts on the fuse unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the battery fuse unit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Fuse unit (1)    Terminal boards (3,5)    Bus-bar (7)    Fuse housing (9)    Linking portion (11)
NOVELTY - The structure has a hybrid battery (24) arranged at backside (14) of a rear seat (10). A bracket (28) is extended to the front side of the hybrid battery and fastened integrally with hinge portion (20) of rear seat.    USE - Fixation structure of seat in vehicle e.g. motor vehicle and hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The influence of load on hinge portion of rear seat can be reduced by the arrangement of hybrid battery at backside of rear seat. The rupture of fixing bolt and deformation of floor of vehicle can be prevented effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the rear seat of vehicle. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Rear seat (10)    Backside (14)    Hinge portion (20)    Hybrid battery (24)    Bracket (28)
NOVELTY - A fluid detection system for a fuel cell power plant comprises an electrochemical cell stack assembly; and a sensor comprising a first electrode and a second electrode spaced apart, the electrodes positioned to measure a voltage between the electrodes as a function of fluid in the cell stack assembly in contact with at least one of the electrodes.    USE - The fluid detection system is useful for fuel cell power plant (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a fluid detection system for a fuel cell power plant, comprising an electrochemical cell stack assembly; a fluid in the cell stack assembly having electrical potential that varies with location within the cell stack assembly; a first sensing element positioned to contact the fluid; a second sensing element spaced from the first sensing element; and a voltage sensor coupled to the first sensing element and the second sensing element for providing an output as a function of voltage between the first sensing element and the second sensing element.
NOVELTY - The vehicle battery (3) comprises multiple lithium ion cells (4), which are arranged together discretely in an outer housing, which is placed in a vehicle (1) in an exchangeable manner. The outer housing forms a structure, which acts on shock absorbers in the incident.    USE - Vehicle battery for an electric or hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle battery comprises multiple lithium ion cells, which are arranged together discretely in an outer housing, which is placed in a vehicle in an exchangeable manner, and thus enables to prevent the accidents.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of electric or hybrid vehicle with vehicle battery.    Vehicle (1)    Underbody area (2)    Vehicle battery (3)    Lithium ion cells (4)    Terminal lugs (5)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has primary and secondary self-resonance coils, and primary and secondary coils that are provided for transmitting and receiving power to and from self-resonance coils by electromagnetic induction. The primary self-resonance coil, and primary coil are attached to bobbin (272) in coil accommodating section so as to accommodate a capacitor and frequency converter respectively connected to primary self-resonance coil and primary coil in storage case (273).    USE - Power transmission apparatus for electric power feeder used for non-contactedly supplying electric power to vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle from power supply of vehicle exterior.    ADVANTAGE - As the capacitor and frequency converter connected to respective coils are accommodated in storage case, the compactization of electric power feeder can be achieved easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the secondary self-resonance coil and secondary coil.    Support (116)    Cover (271)    Bobbin (272)    Bobbin storage case (273)    Lead-out lines (321,322)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell (10) has a membrane electrode assembly (4), and a pair of gas separation plates (7,8) which are arranged such that assembly is supported. At least one gas separation plate has a dense layer (7c,8c) capable of preventing permeation of liquid, and a porous layer (7d,8d) which allows permeation of fluid. The porous layer is impregnated with a water-soluble liquid having high boiling point than that of water.    USE - Fuel cell is used as power supply for electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell has high electric power generation characteristics during high temperature operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of fuel cell.    Membrane electrode assembly (4)    Gas separation plates (7,8)    Dense layers (7c,8c)    Porous layers (7d,8d)    Fuel cell (10)
NOVELTY - The battery has a protective layer (46) containing an insulating filler made of alumina, and a binder, which is formed on one of a negative electrode active material layer (44) and a positive electrode active material layer (34). A layer density at the protective layer formation side of electrode active material layers is higher than the layer density in center portion and on a side of collector (42) of active material layers.    USE - Lithium secondary battery e.g. winding-type lithium secondary battery mounted in motor vehicle (claimed). Can also be used in personal computer and other electrical products.    ADVANTAGE - The raise of internal resistance of the battery is suppressed, and the quality and performance of the lithium secondary battery are enhanced. The durability of the battery is improved, so that the service lifetime of the battery is prolonged. The manufacturing process of the battery is stabilized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of lithium secondary battery; and    (2) vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the enlarged portion of the lithium secondary battery.    Positive electrode sheet (30)    Positive electrode active material layer (34)    Negative electrode sheet (40)    Elongate-sheet-like negative electrode collector (42)    Negative electrode active material layer (44)    Protective layer (46)    Separators (50A,50B)
NOVELTY - The bulb (700) has a sealed housing (701) including a top face that is transparent to incident solar rays, where the top face directs incoming radiation to a focal area within the housing. A photovoltaic cell (704) accommodated within the housing is located at or near the focal area, and a heat collector is in thermal contact with the photovoltaic cell. A connector reversibly and mechanically connects a bottom side of the bulb to a substrate while connecting the photovoltaic cell to an electrical toad and the collector to a heat sink.    USE - Reverse bulb for use in automotive, construction and lighting industries.    ADVANTAGE - The bulb is provided with the sealed housing, and the degree of concentration of solar radiation reaches a value about 10-10000, thus preventing oxidation and corrosion of the photovoltaic cell and expansion and contraction of internal air, and hence maintaining precise optical alignment between concentrating optics and the photovoltaic element. The bulb has better concentration factors. The bulb is provided with the connector, so that the bulb can be easily attached and removed. The dust-repellent coating and a water-repellent coating are coated on outer surfaces of the bulb, so as to prevent accumulation of dust and water on the outer surfaces.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The sealed housing is filled with gas selected from a group consisting of hydrogen, nitrogen, helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon and radon. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for performing highly-concentrated photovoltaic conversion of solar radiation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a reverse bulb.    Reverse bulb (700)    Sealed housing (701)    Base (703)    Photovoltaic cell (704)    Focusing element (705)
NOVELTY - A pumping system (112) pumps an anolyte (132) from an anolyte chamber (104) through a half cell (118) of flow cell (126). A rebalance cell is coupled to receive a catholyte (134) from catholyte chamber (106). A venturi pump is coupled to receive hydrogen gas flowing from the anolyte chamber through the rebalance cell. A check valve and metering valve are coupled to a gas inlet of the venturi pump respectively to limit or prevent backflow into the rebalance cell and to regulate flow through the pump's gas inlet.    USE - Modular redox flow battery system used as uninterruptible power supplies for electric automobiles, mission critical devices and services, storage and distribution of green energy.    ADVANTAGE - Since the hydrogen gas from anolyte chamber is pumped through rebalance cell along with catholyte from the flow battery using venturi pump, and the rebalance cell consumes the hydrogen by adding the hydrogen to the catholyte, the electrochemical balance of the system is maintained. Hence the capacity and efficiency of battery system are improved and the cost of battery system is reduced. Thus reliability of the battery system is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method of circulating hydrogen gas in flow system; and    (2) method of rebalancing flow system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the redox flow battery system.    Anolyte chamber (104)    Catholyte chamber (106)    Pumping system (112)    Half cell (118)    Flow cell (126)    Anolyte (132)    Catholyte (134)
NOVELTY - The plate has a pole plate body (1) provided with fluid channels (10, 11), where the fluid channels are formed with an inlet and an outlet, respectively. One of the fluid channels is connected with another fluid channel through a guide slot (16). The guide slot is set at the fluid channels, and a minimum section area of the guide slot is smaller than a minimum section area of the former fluid channel, which is close to the guide slot. An opening of the guide slot is positioned behind a narrowest part of a venturi tube (20).    USE - Guide pole plate for a self draining fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The guide slot can maintain the ideal pressure arrangement in better manner, and maintain flow of the reaction gas current in each fluid channel. The plate can push the left water in the fluid channel, and prevents occurrence of the partial oxygen consuming phenomenon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a guide pole plate for a self draining fuel battery.    Pole plate body (1)    Fluid channels (10, 11)    Guide slot (16)    Venturi tube (20)
NOVELTY - The system has a consistency sensor for detecting consistency of fuel in a mixing groove, and a water line sensor detecting level of water and fuel mixture in the mixing groove. Two throttles, pumps, the consistency sensor and the water line sensor are linked with a microcontroller unit. The microcontroller unit accepts or reads the consistency sensor to detect consistency of fuel, and accepts or reads the water line sensor to detect level of water in the mixing groove, so to control operation of the throttles and the pumps.    USE - Water reclaiming/circulating system for a fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The microcontroller unit accepts or reads the consistency sensor to detect consistency of fuel, and accepts or reads the water line sensor to detect level of water in the mixing groove, so as to control operation of the throttles and the pumps, thus regulating and controlling consistency of fuel in mixing groove in real time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a water reclaiming/circulating system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The bicycle has a fan installed on an end of a generator rotor. A wind power generator is fixedly installed on a front part of the bicycle. An output of the generator is connected with an adjuster. An output end of the adjuster is connected with a positive pole and a negative pole of an accumulator. The generator is installed inside a fixing shell. The end of the generator rotor extends the fixing shell. The fan is fixed on an end part of the generator rotor axis through an installation axis cover. The generator is a direct current generator or an alternating current generator.    USE - Wind power generator electric bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The wind power generator device is installed on the front part of the electric bicycle body, so that the electric bicycle is light and fast. By using the wind power produced during the driving process of the electric bicycle, the generator is driven to generate electricity and complement the electricity of the accumulator so as to effectively prolong the mileage of the electric bicycle. The usage life of the accumulator is prolonged.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a wind power generator electric bicycle.
NOVELTY - A powder semiconductor module (1) has a semiconductor element, metal conductive pattern in which nickel layer is formed in surface of electrode (12), and solder joining the conductive pattern to the semiconductor element. The solder contains tin and copper in compositional ratio of 1:3-1:10. The thickness of intermetallic compound formed in interface vicinity of semiconductor element and solder is 6-50 mu m.    USE - Powder semiconductor module e.g. insulated gate bipolar transistor module is used in vehicle-mounted inverter apparatus (claimed) for hybrid vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The powder semiconductor module has excellent power cycling characteristics and favorable stability even at high temperature environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vehicle-mounted inverter apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structure of power semiconductor module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power semiconductor module (1)    Surface conductor layer (3)    Insulator (5)    Conductor layer (6)    Electrodes (12,13)
NOVELTY - The electric power generation system has a power generation start apparatus (5) that is installed in electric equipment main portion. The power generation start apparatus is provided with an electromagnetic induction system incorporating capacitor or chargeable lithium ion battery and motor. The initialization of electromagnetic induction is performed using the electromagnetic induction system by inserting the card/cartridge (4) in power generation start apparatus.    USE - Electric power generation system used for initialization of power generation for communication apparatus such as mobile telephone and domestic electric appliance such as air conditioner, personal computer and TV.    ADVANTAGE - the power consumption of the electric power generation system can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the electric power generation system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Card/cartridge (4)    Power generation start apparatus (5)
NOVELTY - The system has a cold air flow path installed at an upper side of a battery pack (11). A cooling fan (12) is utilized for suction of cold air, and is arranged on top of the battery pack. The cooling fan is provided with an inlet duct (10). A flowing insulating film is equipped in an air inlet side of the battery pack. An outlet duct (14) is extended from an outlet of the cooling fan. The outlet duct is installed in a side of a wheel housing (15).    USE - High voltage battery cooling system for a hybrid vehicle i.e. car.    ADVANTAGE - The system secures the cold air ejected through the top rest area, improves cooling performance, reduces the noise of the cooling fan and motor, reduces the cost and the working time, and enhances the marketability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a high voltage battery cooling system.    Inlet duct (10)    Battery pack (11)    Cooling fan (12)    Outlet duct (14)    Wheel housing (15)
NOVELTY - The method involves sensing output voltage value of a fuel cell, and outputting active power by utilizing the fuel cell. Output voltage declination of another fuel cell is determined, and output voltage value of the latter fuel cell is calculated.    USE - Method for controlling electric power for a fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables effectively supplying demanded load electricity, preventing damage of the fuel cells, increasing lifetime and reliability of the fuel cells and stabilizing the electricity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a fuel system comprising an electric power inverter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of an electric power controlling method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The vehicle (1) has a controller switching a motor travel mode to an internal combustion engine travel mode. The controller drives a drive unit to rotate an output shaft and resets a cumulative value of a stop history of an internal combustion engine (8) when one of a condition under which a parking brake (103) is activated, a condition under which a shift to the parking range is executed, a condition under which a shift to the neutral range is executed and a condition under which the drive termination operation is executed is satisfied during the motor travel mode.    USE - Hybrid vehicle i.e. automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The vehicle has the effect of lubricating the power transmission mechanism while reliably preventing degradation of fuel efficiency in the motor travel mode, as the output shaft is rotated using the electric motor and the cumulative value of the stop history of the internal combustion engine is reset when one of the condition under which the parking brake is activated, a condition under which a shift to the neutral range is executed and a condition under which the drive termination operation is executed is satisfied during the motor travel mode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a hybrid vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of a hybrid vehicle.    Motor generator (MG1)    Hybrid vehicle (1)    Internal combustion engine (8)    Ring gear shaft (30)    Parking brake (103)
NOVELTY - The wheel has a rotor (2.1) provided with multiple permanent magnets (2.2) and blades (2.3), and a stator (2.4) provided with a set of coils (2.5), where the rotor and the stator are mounted on a shaft (3). A wind turbine (2) is installed inside or outside of a rim (1) to produce electrical energy when required, where the electrical energy is produced as the result of a relative motion of the rotor with respect to the stator. A current transformer redirects the produced energy into a storage battery.    USE - Turbine wheel for use in a motor vehicle to generate electricity. Can also be used for a motorcycle and a bicycle.    ADVANTAGE - The wind turbine can operate even if the vehicle is stationary or at rest, so that more energy is collected, processed and stored in a timely manner. The produced electricity can be used directly or stored in the battery for future use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows external and internal views of a turbine wheel for a motor vehicle.    Rim (1)    Wind turbine (2)    Rotor (2.1)    Permanent magnets (2.2)    Blades (2.3)    Stator (2.4)    Coils (2.5)    Shaft (3)
NOVELTY - Forming a metal-polymer composite comprises: providing a thermally-cured dense polyaniline substrate; contacting the thermally-cured dense polyaniline substrate with an acid dopant to form a doped substrate; providing a solution comprising a metal ion; and contacting the solution comprising a metal ion with the doped substrate, where metal nanostructure deposits are formed on the doped substrate, and the deposits have a morphology which is dependent upon the acid dopant.    USE - The method is useful in surface enhanced Raman scattering applications. The composite materials is useful in surface processing catalysis e.g. fuel cells or other chemical reactions, as modified surface electrodes, for anticorrosion and biosensors.    ADVANTAGE - The method is inexpensive. The method provides good catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) performing surface-enhanced Raman spectral analysis of an analyte comprising providing a thermally-cured dense polyaniline substrate, where a surface of the substrate comprises metal nanostructure deposits and an acid dopant, bringing an analyte into effective contact with the metal-polyaniline (PANI) composite, illuminating the metal-PANI composite with radiation of at least one wavelength for causing elemental-state particles to produce a plasmon field and for causing the plasmon field to interact with molecules of the analyte, in such a manner, so as to produce Raman photons; and collecting scattered radiation emitted from the metal-PANI composite for spectral analysis; and    (2) a metal-polymer composite comprising a thermally-cured dense polyaniline substrate, an acid dopant, and metal nanostructure deposits.
NOVELTY - The end electrode (202) has bipolar plates (302,304) and a metal plate (306). The metal plate for collecting the current is embedded between the bipolar plates using a heat press. One of the bipolar plates is formed with an opening (502) in the center. A frame (307) is provided between the metal plate and one of the bipolar plates and bonded between the plates.    USE - End electrode for use in flow cell of flow battery in e.g. electric vehicle and in battery used as uninterruptible power supply installed in buildings such as hospitals.    ADVANTAGE - The factors such as sealing of electrodes, material composition affecting the flow and collection of current in flow cell, is prevented, by providing the metal plate between the bipolar plates to facilitate the transfer of current within the plane of end electrode. Hence the performance and efficiency of a flow battery are increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of collecting current in flow cell battery system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded view of end electrode.    End electrode (202)    Bipolar plates (302,304)    Metal plate (306)    Frame (307)    Opening (502)
NOVELTY - A lithium ion battery comprises electrolyte containing ionic liquid composed of bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide anion and lithium salt; and cathode (1) and anode. An anode active material is formed by coating surface of graphite particles with amorphous carbon or depositing amorphous carbon.    USE - A lithium ion battery used as power supplies for mobile phones, notebook computers, electric power storage and automobiles.    ADVANTAGE - The reduction and decomposition of ionic liquid can be suppressed, thus maintaining flame retardancy of electrolyte or gel electrolyte for long periods and offering battery with high safety. The battery has increased capacity, high energy density, improved charge/discharge cycle characteristics, high-temperature storage characteristics and rate characteristics, and improved long term cycle properties.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a structure of a cathode of lithium ion battery.    Cathode (1)    Aluminum foil (2)    Cathode active material coated part (3)    Cathode active material uncoated part (4, 5)    Cathode conductive tab (6)
NOVELTY - The battery has positive and negative electrodes housed in an outer case at different locations. Non-aqueous electrolyte is accommodated in the case. A negative electrode has a main negative electrode layer formed on a surface of a current collector and containing an active material. A surface layer of the negative electrode is formed on a surface of the main layer and contains another active material, where the latter material is a lithium titanium composite oxide with spinel structure. A negative electrode terminal (6) is connected to the collector.    USE - Non-aqueous electrolyte battery for use as a power source for a digital camera or for a vehicle such as hybrid electric motor car.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium titanium composite oxide spinel structure is used as the active material in the surface layer, so that a passage of a current via the foreign substance between the positive and negative electrodes is limited, thus preventing the battery from generating heat, and hence improving safety and large-current performance of the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery pack.    Negative electrode terminal (6)    Cells (21)    Adhesive tape (22)    Protection circuit (26)    Protective sheet (36)    Lid (38)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a rechargeable battery (90) for supplying power to an air moving system (40) and a heat exchanger (60) of a vehicle (20) in accordance with demand signals from a thermostat (70), independent of an on/off state of an ignition system (30). A brushless direct current (DC) motor (140) drives a variable-speed compressor (125), of the heat exchanger, where the motor is electrically connected to the rechargeable battery and rotationally coupled to the compressor. The battery is selected from one of lithium ion battery (150) or a lithium-phosphate battery (160).    USE - Temperature regulation system for a vehicle i.e. automobile.    ADVANTAGE - The brushless direct current (DC) motor is electrically connected to the rechargeable battery and rotationally coupled to the variable-speed compressor, thus improving efficiency and extending the usage life of the rechargeable battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a temperature regulation system.    Temperature regulation system (10)    Vehicle (20)    Ignition system (30)    Air moving system (40)    Heat exchanger (60)    Thermostat (70)    Rechargeable battery (90)    Variable-speed compressor (125)    Brushless direct current motor (140)    Lithium ion battery (150)    Lithium-phosphate battery (160)
NOVELTY - The device (100) has a pressure switch (102) that is closed by pressure differential between a balance chamber (124) and an inlet chamber (126). The balance chamber is fluidly coupled to a balance valve (104), where the pressure differential between the chambers is zero and an electric input lead (110) is not coupled to an electric output lead (108) based on opening and closing of the valve. The chambers provide positive pressure differential in-between and the input lead is coupled to the output lead to provide an electrical signal indicative of gas leakage.    USE - Passive leak detection device for detecting gas leak from a pressurized fluid in a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The device detects presence of gas leakage by a passive leak sensor without application of electrical power, thus reducing electrical power consumed for detecting gas leakage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a system for detecting gas leak from a pressurized fluid    (2) a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle comprising a hydrogen gas storage tank.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a circuit diagram of a passive leak detection device.    Passive leak detection device (100)    Pressure switch (102)    Balance valve (104)    Electric output lead (108)    Electric input lead (110)    Balance chamber (124)    Inlet chamber (126)
NOVELTY - The vehicle-based solar collector has a heat sink coupled to linear array of concentrator cells. Several modules running fore and aft in a car (14), have a parabolic trough mirror to reflect light onto the cylindrical array of the concentrator cells.    USE - Vehicle-based solar collector for use in car, electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the parabolic trough mirror is used to reflect light onto cylindrical array of concentrator solar cells, the performance is improved and solar cell efficiency is increased. The mechanical stability and optical enhancement of the solar collector can be realized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of the vehicle-based solar collector.    Vehicle-based solar collector system (10)    Car (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves determining whether present temperature of battery pack (40) is greater than threshold value when vehicle such as hybrid vehicle (10) is in OFF state or accessories are in ON state. The solar powered ventilation system (24) is requested to modify interior temperature of the vehicle by disabling charging state of battery pack, and disabling the operation of solar powered ventilation fan (38) when present battery pack temperature is greater than threshold value.    USE - Control method of solar powered ventilation system for electrically-propelled motorized vehicle (claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle such as hybrid vehicle of front-wheel drive type, rear-wheel drive type, four-wheel drive type, and all-wheel drive type. Can also be used in hybrid electric vehicle, electric vehicle, range-extended electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the interior temperature of the vehicle is modified when the battery pack temperature is greater than threshold value, overall performance and operational state of the battery can be improved, and comfort level of the occupant is improved. Fuel consumption is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrically-propelled motorized vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the hybrid vehicle.    Hybrid vehicle (10)    Solar powered ventilation system (24)    Solar panel (26)    Solar powered ventilation fan (38)    Battery pack (40)
NOVELTY - The enclosure (3) has onboard electric and/or electronic devices chosen among charge managing device of a battery (1), voltage maintaining device, power supply protecting and managing device and a standby current monitoring device. A common protection casing is provided for the devices. Electric terminals (7a, 7b) correspond to positive and negative terminals (6b, 6a) of the battery. A lower part of the enclosure has inner recesses (8a, 8b) provided with quick attachment units e.g. clips, and adapted to shape of the battery. A bar measures electric current delivered/received by the battery.    USE - Enclosure for covering an upper surface of a battery i.e. electric battery, in a container of a motor vehicle (all claimed) such as electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The enclosure prevents infiltration of water into the container and protects the battery against exterior aggressions in an effective manner. The common protection casing is provided for the electric and/or electronic devices, thus eliminating the need for different connectors, auxiliary electric/electronic components and conducting materials between the components, and hence reducing the cost, mass and encumbrance of the enclosure, and avoiding failures by short-circuit or bad contacts. The design of the enclosure facilitates access to the terminals of the battery and to the current measurement bar from outside of the enclosure, thus simplifying measurement of the voltage of the battery, without disassembling the enclosure, while permitting restarting of the battery. The quick attachment units simplify and reduce assembling and/or disassembling time of the enclosure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating connections between a battery covered by an enclosure and electric and/or electronic devices.    Battery (1)    Enclosure (3)    Negative terminal (6a)    Positive terminal (6b)    Electric terminals (7a, 7b)    Inner recesses (8a, 8b)
NOVELTY - The flow cell (100) has an enclosure surrounding tanks (120,122) holding electrolytes (130,132). The vertical free spaces are formed between ribs positioned across the sides of enclosure and tank, for allowing circulation of air around the tank. The operation of blower and fan is controlled by a temperature controller, in response to anticipated thermal events.    USE - Reduction-oxidation (redox) flow cell battery used as uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in hospital, and for storing nighttime electricity.    ADVANTAGE - As vertical free spaces are formed between ribs positioned across the sides of enclosure and tank, uniform distribution of air over tank is achieved. The rate of heat transfer is effectively controlled. The thermal response of enclosure can be more accurately predicted.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for thermal control of flow cell battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the reduction-oxidation flow cell.    Flow cell (100)    Ion exchange membrane (106)    Electrodes (108,110)    Tanks (120,122)    Electrolytes (130,132)
NOVELTY - Rechargeable fuel cell system (2) comprises first electrochemical cell (4) for oxidizing fuel fluid comprising alkali formate (20) and alkali hydroxide (22) to oxidized fluid comprising alkali carbonate (30) and water (32), where first electrochemical cell is provided with electrical output unit (50) for supplying electrical energy; and second electrochemical cell (6) for regenerating oxidized fluid to fuel fluid and oxygen (24), and provided with electrical input unit (52) for receiving electrical energy. The electrochemical cells are fluidically connected with each other.    USE - Rechargeable fuel cell system.    ADVANTAGE - The rechargeable fuel cell system reduces in its reduction process only fluids, specifically the alkali carbonate and water. Since the system does not have a gas in its reduction process, it has fast kinetics, i.e. fast chemical process, overcoming the limitations, particularly the slow kinetics of the prior art system. Cooling of upscaled system is also solved in the system. The oxidized fluid involves liquids only; and there is no gas. Cooling of a cell only containing fluids can be performed much more effective than cooling of a cell containing gas product. The chemical reaction rates in the system are higher than prior art rechargeable fuel cell systems. The system uses solar energy for the reduction process, thus, does not consume expensive external electrical energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of recharging a rechargeable fuel cell system (2).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic view of rechargeable fuel cell system.    Rechargeable fuel cell system (2)    First electrochemical cell (4)    Second electrochemical cell (6)    Alkali formate (20)    Alkali hydroxide (22)    Oxygen (24)    Alkali carbonate (30)    Water (32)    Electrical output unit (50)    Electrical input unit (52)
NOVELTY - A battery terminal connector comprises body portion having top (24) and bottom (26), and intermediate aperture for engaging battery post (20). The intermediate aperture has a size that is variable to accommodate placement of connector onto, and removal of the connector from the battery post. The connector further includes lever (30) with two opposite ends, where first end is connected to terminal connector, and second end is positioned above flat horizontally disposed top of battery. The second end is easily accessible so as to permit user to actuate lever.    USE - Battery terminal connector for cube-shaped automotive battery having flat horizontally disposed top.    ADVANTAGE - The portion of the lever is engageable with overcaps on automotive battery, thus facilitating removal of overcaps, upon movement of the lever from its first position to its second position.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The battery terminal connector comprises body portion having top (24) and bottom (26), and intermediate aperture for engaging battery post (20). The intermediate aperture has a size that is variable to accommodate placement of connector onto, and removal of the connector from the battery post. The connector further includes lever (30) with two opposite ends, where first end is connected to terminal connector, and second end is positioned above flat horizontally disposed top of battery. The second end is easily accessible so as to permit user to actuate lever, and move that lever from first position to second position, where a portion of lever engages overcaps (46) on automotive battery, for facilitating removal of overcaps, upon movement of lever from its first position to its second position.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a side sectional view showing a connector.    Battery post (20)    Top (24)    Bottom (26)    Lever (30)    Overcaps (46)
NOVELTY - The system has a flywheel (12) connected simultaneously to two elements of an epicyclic gear set (3) using a clutch (5) and a gear set (17, 22) via a variator (6). A prime mover (11) is connected simultaneously to the two elements of the epicyclic gear set through a clutch (7) and the gear set. A prime mover shaft (14) is connected to an element of the epicyclic gear set. The flywheel is connected to an input of a main vehicle transmission (16) via the element of the epicyclic gear set. A drive shaft drives a drive axle of a vehicle.    USE - Power transmission system for regenerative braking in a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to truck, van, coach, taxis and passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The system stores and re-uses the vehicle kinetic energy that is normally dissipated in the foundation brakes during normal traffic speed variations.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for transmitting power in a transmission system    (2) a computer program product comprising a set of instructions for simultaneously connecting a flywheel to two elements of epicyclic gear set through clutch and gear set.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an engine driving in operating mode and a flywheel and variator.    Epicyclic gear set (3)    Clutches (5, 7)    Variator (6)    Prime mover (11)    Flywheel (12)    Prime mover shaft (14)    Main vehicle transmission (16)    Gear sets (17, 22)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery system (1000) has a negative electrode active material containing an alloy, which occludes lithium. The melting point of the alloy is 200 degrees C or less. The state of charge of battery is not less than predetermined value. The negative electrode active material is heated above the melting point of the alloy.    USE - Lithium secondary battery system is used as component of vehicle mounting (claimed) and in mobile communication terminal.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery system is provided with capacitance maintenance factor. The pulverization of negative electrode active material during charging and discharging of lithium secondary battery is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of lithium secondary battery system.    Lithium secondary battery (100)    Temperature control portion (110)    State of charge measurement portion (120)    Control-command portion (130)    Lithium secondary battery system (1000)
NOVELTY - The system (100) stores the apparatus manufacture information including apparatus information which is the version number of installed program, in each of several attachment equipments (20) and information technology equipments (10), as bar code. The suitability of connection of attachment equipment with respect to information technology equipment is judged based on the stored apparatus information. The operation of information technology equipment is controlled based on the judgment result.    USE - Utilization management system of e.g. secondary battery e.g. lithium secondary battery in information technology equipment e.g. mobile telephone, notebook personal computer (PC), digital camera, video camera, bicycle with drive auxiliary machine and electric vehicle. Can also be used for managing utilization of keyboard, memory card and hard disk.    ADVANTAGE - Even when the inferior attachment equipments are manufactured and circulated in the market, the utilization of the inferior goods can be stopped or prevented. Thus the danger caused due to integration of attachment equipment in the information-technology equipment can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of apparatus utilization management system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Information technology equipment (10)    Attachment equipment (20)    Utilization management system (100)    Terminal device (200)    Network (300)
NOVELTY - The energy storage (2) has an accumulator e.g. lithium ion cell, comprising a connecting piece (6), and a connection part (8) electrically connected with the connecting piece in a firmly bonded manner. The connection part is made of aluminum, and the connecting piece is made of non-ferrous metal. The connection part is formed as L-shaped flat part, and comprises a connection bolt (10). A connecting line comprises a retainer for the connection bolt. The retainer is formed as a sleeve, and is detachably connected with the connection bolt.    USE - Energy storage for a motor vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to a nickel cadmium battery, a lithium polymer battery, a lithium ion battery and a super-cap.    ADVANTAGE - The energy storage enables connection of aluminum lines with the accumulator, and realizes less contact resistance between the connecting piece and the connection part.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for electrical contacting of motor vehicle energy storages.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of an accumulator with a connecting piece and a connection part.    Motor vehicle energy storage (2)    Accumulator (4)    Connecting piece (6)    Connection part (8)    Connection bolt (10)
NOVELTY - The unit (1) has a feeding and discharging device (3) provided for feeding a reaction medium i.e. oxidizing agent, to a fuel cell (2) i.e. proton exchange membrane fuel cell, and for discharging a discharge medium from the fuel cell. A humidifier (6) is connected to the discharging device and the fuel cell. The discharging device has a bypass line (7) that branches off from a main line (4) in front of the humidifier in a flow direction of the medium. A passively operating check valve (10) is placed in the bypass line and/or in the main line.    USE - Mobile fuel cell unit for use in a vehicle i.e. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The passively operating check valve is placed in the bypass line and/or in the main line, so that the function mode for controlling of humidification of fuel cell can be obtained in a more durable manner without using active valves, thus reducing expenditure and improving robustness of fuel cell system with respect to correct adjustment of dampness degree. The design of the unit reduces the fault liability during dampness adjustment and probability of failure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell unit.    Mobile fuel cell unit (1)    Fuel cell (2)    Feeding and discharging device (3)    Main line (4)    Humidifier (6)    Bypass line (7)    Passively operating check valve (10)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has a cooling circuit (28) supplying a cooling medium for moisturizing and/or cooling components (16, 18, 20) of a fuel cell stack (12). The cooling medium includes a cooling agent, and an internal space (24) of a housing (22), which surrounds the fuel cell stack, is loaded with the cooling agent. An external wall (14) of the fuel cell stack is partially and directly flushed by the cooling agent. An inlet port (34) of an inlet passage (36) of the cooling circuit loads the fuel cell stack with the cooling medium, and is arranged within the internal space of the housing.    USE - Fuel cell system for use in a vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The external wall of the fuel cell stack is partially and directly flushed by the cooling agent, thus increasing the cooling efficiency of the fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    External wall (14)    Components (16, 18, 20)    Housing (22)    Internal space (24)    Cooling circuit (28)    Inlet port (34)    Inlet passage (36)
NOVELTY - The system (1) has a fuel cell stack (2) comprising fuel cell elements (3) that are stacked one above the other. An electrolyte separating an anode space from a cathode space is provided in the stack. A bracing housing (4) i.e. insulating box, accommodates the fuel cell stack in an interior space (5) of the housing, and includes a cover part (6) and a pot part (7). The cover and pot parts are prestressed towards one another by pulling elements (8) e.g. tie rods or tightening straps. The cover and pot parts are supported in the interior space at a front side (10) of the fuel cell stack.    USE - Fuel cell i.e. solid oxide fuel cell, system for use as an electric energy source in a motor vehicle to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The cover and pot parts are prestressed towards one another by the pulling elements e.g. tie rods or tightening straps, thus avoiding bulging during the heating of the fuel cell stack, and reducing risks associated with the deformation. The system is designed in such a manner that the heat insulation of the fuel cell stack or of the fuel cell module is improved, thus protecting the fuel cell system from overheating, and hence increasing overall efficiency of the fuel cell system, reducing heat losses, and preventing emission of undesired gases into the environment of the system. The system is manufactured in a simple and cost-effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a simplified schematic partially cut-away view of a fuel cell system.    Fuel cell system (1)    Fuel cell stack (2)    Fuel cell elements (3)    Bracing housing (4)    Interior space (5)    Cover part (6)    Pot part (7)    Pulling elements (8)    Front side (10)
NOVELTY - The system has a securing magnet (20) restored in a ideal position during retention of a magnet carrier (9) at a live switching condition with a removable current collecting device (2) by ferromagnetic supporting parts (23). A non-conductive short-circuit part (21) is arranged in a current supplying device (1) movable between short-circuit line sections that hold the securing magnet during normal function at a distance to a short-circuit line. A connection between the line sections operates during non-return of the carrier with the collecting device.    USE - Electromechanical connection system for use in an electric car and hybrid battery.    ADVANTAGE - The short-circuit line sections hold the securing magnet during normal function at the distance to the short-circuit line, where the connection between the line sections operates during non-return of the carrier with the collecting device, thus ensuring a simple structure of the connection system with continuous safe operation.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of an electromechanical connection system with a current supplying device and a removable current collecting device.    Current supplying device (1)    Removable current collecting device (2)    Magnet carrier (9)    Securing magnet (20)    Non-conductive short-circuit part (21)    Ferromagnetic supporting parts (23)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen-absorbing alloy raw material has a phase containing niobium-titanium-nickel type-alloy calculated using specified compositional formula. The hydrogen-absorbing alloy contains oxygen content of 1000 ppm or less.    USE - Hydrogen-absorbing alloy material is used for forming hydrogen absorbing film (claimed) for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen-absorbing film formed using hydrogen-absorbing alloy base material, has excellent plastic-working property, hydrogen-permeation ability, hydrogen embrittlement resistance, rolling property, and suppresses the generation of intermetallic compound.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hydrogen-absorbing alloy has a phase containing niobium-titanium-nickel type-alloy calculated using compositional formulae, given by Nb100-(~a)+(~b)+(~c)X~aY~bZ~c, where X contains titanium as main element, Y contains nickel as main element, zirconium and/or hafnium, Z contains cobalt, chromium, iron, copper and/or zinc, boron, tantalum, vanadium, aluminum, and/or manganese, alpha is 10-60, beta is 10-50, gamma is more than 0-10, total sum content of alpha , beta , gamma is 80, and contains unavoidable impurities. The hydrogen-absorbing alloy contains oxygen content of 1000 ppm or less. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of hydrogen-absorbing alloy film.
NOVELTY - The motor vehicle has a solar system (16), which has multiple solar modules (20,22,24) movable to each other. One of the solar modules is fastened at a telescope rail arrangement (26) and is adjusted between a cover position and an extracted position. The other solar module is covered in the cover position and is released for radiation with sunlight.    USE - Motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The motor vehicle has a solar system, which has multiple solar modules movable to each other, where one of the solar modules is fastened at a telescope rail arrangement, and hence ensures simple and optimized assembly of the solar system on the motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic longitudinal sectional view of a telescope rail formed on a roof area of a motor vehicle.    Roof area (10)    Fixed roof section (12)    Solar system (16)    Solar modules (20,22,24)    Telescope rail arrangement (26)
NOVELTY - The thermo-electric generator has a thermocouple (5) which generates an electrical voltage depending on a temperature difference. Two polymer substrates (3) are provided, where multiple thermocouples are arranged between the plane polymer substrates. The thermocouples are connected with each other in electrically conductive manner, and are connected in series.    USE - Thermo-electric generator for producing energy in buildings, motor vehicles, aircrafts, water vessels, garment estates, hand-held units, solar cells, wrist-watches and electrical or electronic devices (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The thermocouples are arranged between the plane polymer substrates, and are connected with each other in electrically conductive manner, and hence ensure energy production with a large surface extension.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for manufacturing a thermo-electric generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a layer arrangement.    Layer arrangement (1)    Polymer substrate (3)    Coupling material (4)    Thermocouples (5)    Electrically conductive materials (7,8)
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying electrode active material, electrically conductive material and binder of electrode slurry proportionally to hopper (106), from constant supply zone (102). The supplied materials and binder are mixed inside the hopper in mixing zone (104) by using mixing object such as stirring blade. The mixed materials are discharged to tank (120) set with stirring apparatus (121) that stirs the mixed materials.    USE - Method for mixing electrode slurry of secondary battery (claimed) used in motor vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in mixing granular materials used in manufacture of chemical goods and copier.    ADVANTAGE - Since constant supply of electrode active material, electrically conductive material and binder of electrode slurry are performed proportionally to hopper, stable quality electrode slurry of fixed quantity can be mixed continuously and accurately without any variation by simple and inexpensive process while preventing the loss of the materials and binder.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrode slurry mixing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the system for preparation of slurry liquid illustrating the process of mixing electrode slurry used in secondary battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Constant supply zone (102)    Mixing zone (104)    Hopper (106)    Tank (120)    Stirring apparatus (121)
NOVELTY - A GaN barrier layer (102) is positioned beneath a gate region (112) of GaN-spacer MOSFET (90). An AlN intermediate layer (104) positioned between the GaN barrier layer and the GaN channel layer (106), and optionally substituted by formed with wider bandgap than the GaN channel layer which provides electrical conduction. The channel layer is positioned to receive transported electrons at the interface between the channel layer and the intermediate layer. The thickness of the intermediate layer and the channel layer are 0.5-10nm and 5nm-3 mu m respectively.    USE - Heterojunction for use in transistor structure (claimed) such as GaN-spacer MOSFET structure used in hybrid vehicles, solar cells with integrated power inverters and high power transmission lines controlled and monitored by solid state power electronics. Can also be used in MOSFET containing other nitride-based semiconductor materials such as aluminum-gallium-nitride (AlGaN) and aluminum-indium-gallium-nitride (AlInGaN).    ADVANTAGE - The wide bandgap of GaN and very high current density makes the heterojunction used in transistor structure ideal for power applications. Hence, the use of GaN device prevents the lack of robust normally-off devices. The GaN-spacer MOSFET has also made significant improvement in energy systems. The low on-resistance, high voltage and normally off-conduction are achieved. The GaN device can also be combined with other techniques such as fluorine plasma treatment under the gate or gate recesses to fabricate normally-off devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) transistor structure; and    (2) method of performing electrical conduction in GaN-spacer MOSFET structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of GaN-spacer MOSFET.    GaN-spacer MOSFET (90)    GaN barrier layer (102)    AlN intermediate layer (104)    GaN channel layer (106)    Gate region (112)
NOVELTY - The method involves dispersing initial catalyst particles by ultrasonic waves and high-speed stirring, and allowing ionomers to be filled and adsorbed into primary pores of catalyst particles by vacuum defoaming process. A small amount of residual large catalyst particles is dispersed by bead milling, and microbubbles generated during manufacturing process are removed. The catalyst slurry from which large catalyst particles are removed by final filtering, is formed and coated on surface of a release film and the coated catalyst slurry is dried.    USE - Method for manufacturing electrode for polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell used in motor vehicle (both claimed) such as sports utility vehicles (SUV), buses, and trucks. Can also be used in various commercial vehicles, boats, ships, aircraft, hybrid vehicles such as gasoline-powered hybrid vehicle and electric-powered hybrid vehicle, electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, hydrogen-powered vehicles and other alternative fuel vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The highly-concentrated catalyst slurry can be dispersed uniformly, so that catalyst utilization can be improved and the electrode performance can be improved. Hence, the durability of membrane-electrode assembly can be improved, and the high mass productivity can be ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating process of manufacturing highly-concentrated and dispersed catalyst slurry.
NOVELTY - The method involves charging a solvent e.g. alcohol, an ionomer and catalyst particles into a reactor (10), and dispersing the catalyst particles through ultrasonic waves and high-speed stirring. The ionomer is allowed to be infiltrated into and adsorbed onto primary pores existing in the catalyst particles by maintaining the reactor in a vacuum state. A set of air bubbles produced due to dispersing of the catalyst particles is removed. Catalyst particles having a particle size larger than a reference particle size are filtered.    USE - Method for preparing a catalyst slurry utilized in a fuel cell that is used as a power source for a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to passenger automobile, sports utility vehicle, bus, truck, commercial vehicle, aircraft, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, hydrogen-powered vehicle, and watercraft such as boat and ship.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables introducing a vacuum degassing process in the preparation of the catalyst slurry, so that ionomers are infiltrated into and adsorbed onto the primary pores of the catalyst support to induce a metallic catalyst formed in the primary pores, thus increasing the catalyst utilization, and hence improving dispersity of the catalyst particles in a solvent and flowability of the catalyst slurry.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a catalyst slurry preparing apparatus comprising an ultrasonic generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of an apparatus for preparing a catalyst slurry.    Reactor (10)    Vacuum pump (11)    Condenser (13)    Spray nozzle (14)    Bead milling machine (19)
NOVELTY - The self-resonant coil (110) has main portion whose cross-sectional shape with respect to extension direction (423), is a circle. The length of periphery along circular cross-section, is equal to length of line segment along outer peripheral edge of coil main portion. The width along radial direction and length along axial direction of coil main portion in the cross-section perpendicular to extension direction of coil main portion, is smaller than diameter of cross-section of virtual coil main portion (440).    USE - Self-resonant coil for non-contact power transmission apparatus used in vehicle (both claimed) e.g. electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle e.g. plug-in hybrid car.    ADVANTAGE - The size of self-resonant coil can be reduced and structure can be simplified. The resistance of self-resonant coil can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of self-resonant coil.    Self-resonant coil (110)    Main surface of coil (421)    Bottom surface of coil (422)    Axial direction extension portion (423)    Virtual coil main portion (440)
NOVELTY - The structure (10) has positive electrode active material layer (2) formed on surface of a collector (1). A negative electrode active material layer (3) formed on the surface of collector, without overlapping with the positive electrode active material layer on planar view. A collector exposure portion (1a) is formed between the positive electrode active material layer and negative electrode active material layer, such that both surfaces of the collector are exposed.    USE - Electrode structure for all-solid battery element (claimed). Can also be used in personal computer, video camera, mobile telephone, motor vehicle such as electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The short circuit in the electrode structure is not generated easily. The space is set arbitrarily between positive and negative electrode active material layers, so that the degree of freedom in design is improved. The deterioration of the collector by charging/discharging is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for all-solid battery element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the electrode structure.    Collector (1)    Collector exposure portion (1a)    Positive electrode active material layer (2)    Negative electrode active material layer (3)    Electrode structure (10)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (400) has secondary self-resonance coil (110) for transmitting or receiving power to or from primary self-resonance coil positioned opposite to secondary self-resonance coil, using resonance of magnetic field. A hollow bobbin (402) is provided for holding the secondary self-resonance coil along inner peripheral surface of the apparatus.    USE - Non-contact power transmission apparatus mounted in vehicle (claimed) such as electric vehicle. Can also be used in hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The number of components required for the non-contact power transmission apparatus can be reduced effectively, and the power transmission and receiving efficiencies of the non-contact power transmission apparatus can be improved reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of non-contact power transmission apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the non-contact power transmission apparatus.    Secondary self-resonance coil (110)    Non-contact power transmission apparatus (400)    Bobbin (402)    Supporting element (404)    Connector (405)
NOVELTY - The circuit has discharge portions (X1-X10) that are connected in parallel with several serially connected secondary batteries (B1-B10). The optical insulation elements convert the flowing current in discharge portion and output current detection signal. A fault detection unit (41) determines the presence/absence of faults of the respective discharge portions based on the current detection signals.    USE - Cell equalization circuit for battery power supply (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to hybrid car, electric vehicle, electronic device such as portable personal computer, digital camera and mobile telephone, hybrid elevator, solar cell, electric power generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The failure of the discharge portions can be detected efficiently, and the reliability and safety of the cell equalization circuit are improved. The maintenance service with respect to failure of cell equalization circuit is performed accurately.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the cell equalization circuit. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Control unit (4)    Multiplexer (6)    Fault detection unit (41)    Secondary batteries (B1-B10)    Discharge portions (X1-X10)
NOVELTY - The method involves transferring energy wirelessly from a source resonator (R-1) to an intermediate resonator (R-B), and transferring energy wirelessly from the intermediate resonator to a device resonator (R-2). The coupling rate between the source resonator and intermediate resonator, and the coupling rate between the intermediate resonator and device resonator are adjusted during the wireless energy transfer, to reduce energy accumulation in the intermediate resonator structure.    USE - Method for transferring energy wirelessly to laptop and cell-phone. Can also be used in transferring energy wirelessly to robot, vehicle, computer, personal digital assistant, electric-engine bus and hybrid car, medical implantable device, portable music player, house-hold robot, global positioning system navigation system, sensor, industrial and manufacturing equipment, home appliances such as light, fan, heater, display, TV, counter-top appliance, military device, heated or illuminated clothing, helmet, body armor and vest, roof-top solar panel, and indoor distribution panel.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of wireless energy transfer from the source resonator to the device resonator through the intermediate resonator structure is improved, with smaller radiation loss and fewer interactions with extraneous objects.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for transferring energy wirelessly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the wireless energy transfer system.    Coupling rate adjustment system (300)    Source resonator (R-1)    Device resonator (R-2)    Intermediate resonator (R-B)    Varying angle (theta1)
NOVELTY - A wire connection portion has a baseplate (48) in which a core line of an electric wire is mounted. A wire barrel portion (47) is extended from both sides of the baseplate. An elastic deformation portion (50) is provided in the axial direction of the core line for exerting the trigger power on the core line after crimping of the core line.    USE - Terminal metal fitting of electric wire (claimed) for connecting battery, inverter and motor in electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electric wire retention strength is secured. The elongation of the terminal metal fitting is suppressed by using the elastic deformation portion in the axial direction of the core line.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electric wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the terminal metal fitting.    Terminal metal fitting (30)    Crimping pieces (41A)    Wire barrel portion (47)    Baseplate (48)    Elastic deformation portion (50)
NOVELTY - A negative electrode has a negative electrode active material, a collector and a mixture layer formed on the collector. The mixture layer contains polyvinyl alcohol having degree of polymerization of 500 or more, carboxymethyl cellulose, and latex-type binder. The weight ratio of the carboxymethyl cellulose is more than that of the content of polyvinyl alcohol.    USE - Negative electrode is used for nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery (claimed) for drive power supply for high output machines. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, personal digital assistant, hybrid electric vehicle, and electric tool.    ADVANTAGE - The negative electrode has high adhesive strength. The nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery using negative electrode has high capacitance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery; and    (2) manufacture of nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery.
NOVELTY - A negative electrode (5) has negative electrode formation surface (7a) with side portion (7c) that is arranged parallel to side portion (6c) of positive electrode formation surface (6a) and deviated from side portion (6c) within 0-3mm. The shortest distance (X) between side portion (7c) and end portion of positive electrode terminal lead tab (8) is 0.5-5 mm. The shortest distance (Y) between side portion (6c) and end portion of negative electrode terminal lead tab (9) is equal to sum of deviation amount and distance between side portion (7c) and lead tab (8).    USE - Electrical storage element e.g. non-aqueous lithium ion secondary battery for off-peak electric power storage system and distribution type electric power storage system. Can also be used in electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle, motor vehicle, electronic office equipment and for assisting instant electric power demand load peak and instantaneous voltage drop conditions.    ADVANTAGE - The volume capacity density of the electrical storage element is increased. The number of short circuited electrical storage elements is reduced and the short circuit incidence rate is reduced efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrical storage element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the electrical storage element.    Negative electrode (5)    Positive electrode formation surface (6a)    Side portion of positive electrode formation surface (6c)    Negative electrode formation surface (7a)    Side portion of negative electrode formation surface (7c)    Positive electrode terminal lead tab (8)    Negative electrode terminal lead tab (9)    Distance between negative electrode side portion and end portion of positive electrode terminal lead tab (X)    Distance between positive electrode side portion and end portion of negative electrode terminal lead tab (Y)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode comprises an active-material layer (1) formed on the surface of a positive-electrode collector (2), and containing active-material particles and a binder. The active-material layer contains inorganic-oxide particles (3) unevenly distributed in the surface vicinity.    USE - Positive electrode is used for manufacturing nonaqueous electrolyte secondary batteries (claimed) e.g. lithium ion batteries and polymer batteries. Uses include but are not limited to mobile telephones, notebook personal computers, personal digital assistants, hybrid electric vehicles, and electric tools.    ADVANTAGE - The positive electrode has excellent economical efficiency, and can be manufactured with high productivity. The positive electrode provides nonaqueous electrolyte secondary batteries having excellent cycle characteristics and storage characteristics, especially at high temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of positive electrode;    (2) nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery; and    (3) manufacture of nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the positive electrode.    Active-material layer (1)    Positive-electrode collector (2)    Inorganic-oxide particles (3)
NOVELTY - The electrode laminated structure has several electrodes (1) coated with active material layer and stacked on the surface of collector through a separator (3). Three sides of electrodes are fixed by a fixing component (4) such as adhesive tape along the lamination direction from the upper surface to lower surface.    USE - Electrode laminated structure of non-aqueous lithium ion secondary battery and electrical double layer capacitor for distribution type electric power storage system. Can also be used in electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle, motor vehicle, electronic office equipment and for assisting instant electric power demand load peak and instantaneous voltage drop conditions.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of short circuits by the deviation of stacked electrodes is suppressed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode laminated structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of electrode laminated structure.    Electrode (1)    Electrode tab (2)    Separator (3)    Fixing component (4)
NOVELTY - A positive electrode active material contains secondary particles formed by aggregation of primary particles of hexagonal-type lithium-nickel complex oxide (I), and coating layer which consists of inorganic lithium compound on surface of primary particles. The primary particles have layered structure and average particle diameter of 0.1-2 mu m. The area ratio of coating layer in cross-sectional area of secondary particles, is 2.5-9%.    USE - Positive electrode active material is used for nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery (claimed) for power supply of portable electronic device e.g. mobile telephone and notebook computer, and electric vehicle in combustion engine e.g. gasoline engine and diesel engine.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous electrolyte secondary battery formed using positive electrode active material has excellent charging and discharging characteristic and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A positive electrode active material contains secondary particles formed by aggregation of primary particles of hexagonal-type lithium-nickel complex oxide (I), and coating layer which consists of inorganic lithium compound on surface of primary particles. The primary particles have layered structure and average particle diameter of 0.1-2 mu m. The area ratio of coating layer in cross-sectional area of secondary particles, is 2.5-9%. The lithium-nickel complex oxide is of formula: LizNi1-x-yCoxMyO2 (I).    M=manganese, magnesium, niobium, titanium, aluminum and/or zinc;    x=0.1-0.21;    y=0.01-0.08;and    z=0.97-1.1.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for manufacture of positive electrode active material, which involves mixing sulfated compound with lithium-nickel complex oxide in solid solution containing inorganic lithium compound, and maintaining obtained mixture at 700-800 degrees C for 4-50 hours.
NOVELTY - A gas-liquid separator (23) is provided in fuel gas circulation line (23a,23b) to separate the moisture content in fuel off-gas. A drain valve (24) discharges the moisture content. A fuel gas sensor (33) provided at downstream from drain valve detects fuel gas concentration. An electronic control unit (ECU) (50) determines whether fuel gas is discharged through the drain valve based on the fuel gas concentration. The ECU prohibits valve opening of drain valve discharging fuel gas, when moisture content of predetermined amount is retained by gas-liquid separator.    USE - Fuel cell system mounted in fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Drain valve can be controlled appropriately and so, the electric power generation efficiency of the fuel cell system can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas-liquid separator (23)    Fuel gas circulation lines (23a,23b)    Drain valve (24)    Fuel gas sensor (33)    ECU (50)
NOVELTY - A combustion control unit starts the combustion of engine fuel later than the time of restarting accompanying the formation of first reset conditions, at the time of the restarting accompanying formation of the second reset conditions. A detection unit detects the deterioration state of the battery, based on its voltage and/or electric current at the time of supply of electric power during the restarting time accompanying formation of the second reset conditions.    USE - Control apparatus of engine mounted in motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The engine restarting time can be ensured, and the deterioration state of battery can be detected with sufficient precision. The driving comfort of a vehicle can be improved, and the engine can be restarted stably and easily, while enabling for steady normal starting of the engine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the control process at the time of automatic restarting of the engine. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (4) has an exhaust-heat recovery device (40) connected with an exhaust system (22) into which a waste-heat medium i.e. exhaust gas, is made to flow, and a cooling water system (23) into which a utilization medium i.e. cooling water, is made to flow. A control valve (46) adjusts an opening degree of a channel for allowing flow of the utilization medium. A control apparatus (47) adjusts an opening degree of the control valve in a larger release state. A sensor (48) detects temperature or the pressure of intermediate media.    USE - Exhaust-heat recovery apparatus for an engine i.e. fixed type internal combustion engine, of a vehicle i.e. motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The control apparatus adjusts the opening degree of the control valve in the larger release state, so that excess temperature and pressure of the intermediate media in a heat pipe are reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a vehicle-mounted apparatus.    Exhaust-heat recovery apparatus (4)    Exhaust system (22)    Cooling water system (23)    Exhaust-heat recovery device (40)    Control valve (46)    Control apparatus (47)    Sensor (48)