公开(公告)号：US20140272670A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US14202752

申请日：2014-03-10

Applicant: GM Global Technology Operations LLC

Inventor： Ludger Strack ,  Frank Joepen ,  Kolja Richlowski

IPC: H01M8/04 ,  F17C13/00

CPC classification number: F17C13/00 ,  F17C1/16 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/018 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2201/058 ,  F17C2203/0604 ,  F17C2203/0619 ,  F17C2203/066 ,  F17C2203/0663 ,  F17C2205/0305 ,  F17C2209/2127 ,  F17C2221/011 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2221/033 ,  F17C2260/036 ,  F17C2270/0178 ,  F17C2270/0184 ,  H01M8/04208 ,  Y02E60/321 ,  Y02P70/56

Abstract: An apparatus and method of manufacturing a fuel storage tank for a fuel cell system used for storing various pressurized fluids having separate permeation characteristics for reducing permeation leakage during various temperature and pressure cycles. The fuel storage tank comprises a formed liner to define an inner cavity, as well as a boss connected to the liner, a reinforcement structure formed around a portion of the boss and the liner, a permeation bag affixed to a first securing member and inserted into the inner cavity of the liner. The first securing member is coupled with the boss and a second securing member is assembled to the boss adjacent the first securing member to secure a fluid tight connection between the permeation bag, the liner and the boss.

Abstract translation: 一种制造用于燃料电池系统的燃料储罐的装置和方法，用于存储具有分离的渗透特性的各种加压流体，以减少各种温度和压力循环期间的渗漏泄漏。 燃料储存箱包括形成的内衬，以限定内腔，以及连接到衬套的凸台，围绕凸台和衬套的一部分形成的加强结构，固定到第一固定构件并插入到其中的渗透袋 内衬的内腔。 第一固定构件与凸台联接，并且第二固定构件组装到邻近第一固定构件的凸台上，以确保渗透袋，衬套和凸台之间的流体紧密连接。

公开(公告)号：US20140263358A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-18

申请号：US14179398

申请日：2014-02-12

Applicant: Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC

Inventor： Francisco Espinosa-Loza ,  Timothy O. Ross ,  Vernon A. Switzer ,  Salvador M. Aceves ,  Nicholas J. Killingsworth ,  Elias Ledesma-Orozco

IPC: F17C13/00

CPC classification number: F17C13/00 ,  F17C1/00 ,  F17C13/06 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2201/058 ,  F17C2203/032 ,  F17C2203/0391 ,  F17C2203/0629 ,  F17C2203/0643 ,  F17C2203/0646 ,  F17C2203/0663 ,  F17C2205/0305 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2221/033 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/0153 ,  F17C2223/0161 ,  F17C2270/0168 ,  F17C2270/0184 ,  Y02E60/321

Abstract: An insert for a cryogenic capable pressure vessel for storage of hydrogen or other cryogenic gases at high pressure. The insert provides the interface between a tank and internal and external components of the tank system. The insert can be used with tanks with any or all combinations of cryogenic, high pressure, and highly diffusive fluids. The insert can be threaded into the neck of a tank with an inner liner. The threads withstand the majority of the stress when the fluid inside the tank that is under pressure.

Abstract translation: 用于在高压下储存氢气或其他低温气体的低温能力压力容器的插入件。 该插入件提供了罐体与罐体系统的内部和外部部件之间的界面。 该插入件可与具有低温，高压和高扩散流体的任何或所有组合的罐一起使用。 插入件可以用内衬拧入罐的颈部。 当罐内处于压力下的流体时，螺纹承受大部分应力。

公开(公告)号：US08833088B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-16

申请号：US12877542

申请日：2010-09-08

Applicant: Todd Allan Bayliff ,  Troy David Sorensen ,  Michael Lowell Gill ,  Richard Joseph Kiser, II ,  Kelly D. Pace ,  Lee R. Mettmann

Inventor： Todd Allan Bayliff ,  Troy David Sorensen ,  Michael Lowell Gill ,  Richard Joseph Kiser, II ,  Kelly D. Pace ,  Lee R. Mettmann

IPC: F25B9/02 ,  F17C7/00

CPC classification number: F17C7/00 ,  F17C2201/0104 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2203/0639 ,  F17C2205/0107 ,  F17C2205/0142 ,  F17C2205/0157 ,  F17C2205/0332 ,  F17C2205/0338 ,  F17C2221/033 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/036 ,  F17C2225/0123 ,  F17C2225/035 ,  F17C2227/036 ,  F17C2227/0388 ,  F17C2250/032 ,  F17C2250/043 ,  F17C2250/0439 ,  F17C2250/0626 ,  F17C2250/0636 ,  F17C2260/032 ,  F17C2270/05 ,  F17C2270/07 ,  Y10T137/0396 ,  Y10T137/3802 ,  Y10T137/6416 ,  Y10T137/7837 ,  Y10T137/7904 ,  Y10T137/8593

Abstract: Methods and systems for reducing a pressure of compressed natural gas and for delivering natural gas are disclosed. A regulator comprising a vortex tube may be used to reduce the pressure of compressed natural gas while a temperature thereof is also reduced. The temperature reduction associated with a pressure drop in the compressed natural gas is achieved by throttling the gas at constant enthalpy from 3,000 psig to 150 psig through the regulator. At least one heat exchanger may be utilized to increase the temperature of the compressed natural gas to a temperature suitable for injection delivery. A pressure-reducing regulator may be used to further reduce a pressure of the gas to about 45 psig for delivery to an end-user.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于降低压缩天然气和输送天然气的压力的方法和系统。 包括涡流管的调节器可用于降低压缩天然气的压力，同时其温度也降低。 与压缩天然气中的压降有关的温度降低是通过调节器将恒定焓从3000psig至150psig的气体节流来实现的。 可以使用至少一个热交换器来将压缩天然气的温度升高到适于注射输送的温度。 可以使用减压调节器来进一步将气体的压力降低至约45psig，以输送给最终用户。

公开(公告)号：US08820570B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-02

申请号：US13761535

申请日：2013-02-07

Applicant: GM Global Technology Operations LLC

Inventor： Ludger Strack

IPC: F17C1/02 ,  F17C1/10

CPC classification number: F17C13/002 ,  F16J12/00 ,  F17C1/00 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2201/058 ,  F17C2203/0604 ,  F17C2203/066 ,  F17C2203/0663 ,  F17C2205/0305 ,  F17C2209/2127 ,  F17C2209/2145 ,  F17C2209/2154 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/036 ,  Y02E60/321 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T29/49911

Abstract: A pressure vessel for storing a fluid, the pressure vessel including an annular inner boss having an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface forming a passage adapted to receive a utility device therein, wherein the inner boss includes a liner channel formed intermediate the inner surface and the outer surface, a vessel liner having a portion thereof disposed in the liner channel of the inner boss, and an outer boss secured to the outer surface of the inner boss.

Abstract translation: 一种用于存储流体的压力容器，所述压力容器包括具有内表面和外表面的环形内凸台，所述内表面形成适于在其中容纳实用设备的通道，其中所述内凸台包括形成在所述内表面和外表面之间的衬垫通道 内表面和外表面，具有设置在内凸台的衬套通道中的部分的容器衬套和固定到内凸台的外表面的外凸台。

公开(公告)号：US20140239207A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-28

申请号：US14190696

申请日：2014-02-26

Applicant: KAWASAKI JUKOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor： Makoto NINOMIYA ,  Kaoru NOMICHI ,  Tadahiko KURODA ,  Yutaka SUZUKI

IPC: F16K31/06

CPC classification number: F16K31/0675 ,  F16K1/30 ,  F16K31/42 ,  F17C13/00 ,  F17C13/04 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2201/058 ,  F17C2203/0617 ,  F17C2205/0326 ,  F17C2205/0385 ,  F17C2205/0391 ,  F17C2223/0123

Abstract: A valve device of the present invention includes: a main valve body interposed between a first pressure chamber of a main passage and a second pressure chamber; and a pilot valve body provided in the second pressure chamber. A first pilot passage including a first restrictor extends from an outside of a housing or a primary passage to the second pressure chamber, and a second pilot passage including a second restrictor is formed at the main valve body. The pilot valve body is maintained at a first operation position by a pilot valve body biasing member and is caused to move to a second operation position by a valve body driving unit. When the pilot valve body is located at the second operation position, the main valve body is caused to move to an open position by a pressure difference between the first pressure chamber and the second pressure chamber.

Abstract translation: 本发明的阀装置包括：主阀体，其设置在主通道的第一压力室和第二压力室之间; 以及设置在第二压力室中的先导阀体。 包括第一限流器的第一引导通道从壳体或主通道的外部延伸到第二压力室，并且在主阀体处形成包括第二限制器的第二先导通道。 先导阀体通过先导阀体偏压部件保持在第一操作位置，并通过阀体驱动部移动到第二操作位置。 当先导阀体位于第二操作位置时，通过第一压力室和第二压力室之间的压力差使主阀体移动到打开位置。

公开(公告)号：US08807382B1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-19

申请号：US12752543

申请日：2010-04-01

Applicant: Mark S. Haberbusch ,  Brad Stoops ,  Chinh T. Nguyen ,  Robert J. Stochl ,  Martin E. Roth

Inventor： Mark S. Haberbusch ,  Brad Stoops ,  Chinh T. Nguyen ,  Robert J. Stochl ,  Martin E. Roth

IPC: F17C1/12

CPC classification number: F17C13/001 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/054 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2203/032 ,  F17C2203/0337 ,  F17C2203/0358 ,  F17C2203/0391 ,  F17C2203/0643 ,  F17C2203/0646 ,  F17C2203/0663 ,  F17C2205/0305 ,  F17C2205/0382 ,  F17C2205/0394 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2221/017 ,  F17C2223/0161 ,  F17C2223/033 ,  F17C2260/012 ,  F17C2260/033 ,  F17C2270/0194 ,  F17C2270/0197 ,  Y02E60/321

Abstract: A storage system useful for storing cryogenic liquids is disclosed. The storage system includes a storage vessel, insulation surrounding the storage vessel and a flexible vacuum jacket enclosing them both. The flexible vacuum jacket can be made from a flexible plastic film such as polyimide. Polyimide is preferred due to its ability to remain flexible at cryogenic temperatures. The inner volume of the flexible vacuum jacket is placed under vacuum such that the insulation is maintained under vacuum. The flexible vacuum jacket can collapse against and conform to the insulation when it is evacuated, saving substantially on volume. A fitting for combining multiple passageways is also disclosed, so that multiple passageways can proceed through the vacuum jacket through a single penetration.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于储存低温液体的储存系统。 存储系统包括存储容器，围绕存储容器的绝缘体和包围它们的柔性真空护套。 柔性真空护套可以由诸如聚酰亚胺之类的柔性塑料膜制成。 聚酰亚胺是优选的，因为其在低温下保持柔性。 将柔性真空套管的内部容积置于真空下，使绝缘体保持在真空下。 当真空抽真空时，柔性真空套可以折叠并与绝缘体相符，从而大大节省体积。 还公开了用于组合多个通道的配件，使得多个通道可以通过单个穿透进入真空护套。

公开(公告)号：US20140217107A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-07

申请号：US14170383

申请日：2014-01-31

Applicant: AGILITY FUEL SYSTEMS, INC.

Inventor： Todd Sloan ,  Chris Forsberg ,  Jason Laycock ,  David Cate ,  Yoshio Coy ,  Amir Mahani

IPC: F17C1/00 ,  B65D61/00

CPC classification number: F17C13/083 ,  B60P7/12 ,  F17C1/00 ,  F17C13/084 ,  F17C2201/0104 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/035 ,  F17C2201/054 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2205/0107 ,  F17C2205/013 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2221/033 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/0161 ,  F17C2223/033 ,  F17C2223/035 ,  F17C2223/036 ,  F17C2270/0134 ,  F17C2270/0168 ,  Y02E60/321 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.

Abstract translation: 提供了模块化燃料储存和运输的方法和系统。 在一个实施例中，燃料储存系统包括一个或多个燃料容器，每个燃料容器由燃料容器支撑组件支撑。 燃料存储系统可以安装到诸如车辆的运输装置或以独立的方式使用。 每个支撑组件可以包括多个可拆卸的端部支撑构件，诸如构造成支撑燃料容器的端部的端部支撑构件和构造成支撑燃料容器的主体部分的侧面支撑构件。 一些端部支撑构件可以包括颈部凹槽，使得当端部支撑构件联接时，颈部凹槽形成围绕燃料容器的颈部的外壳。 在一个实施例中，支撑组件构造成便于释放燃料容器中的过压。

公开(公告)号：US20140216599A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-07

申请号：US14174075

申请日：2014-02-06

Applicant: Canadian Standards Association Group

Inventor： Kenneth A. Loewenthal

IPC: F17C5/00 ,  F17C13/02

CPC classification number: F17C5/06 ,  F17C5/00 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2201/058 ,  F17C2205/0326 ,  F17C2205/0332 ,  F17C2205/0341 ,  F17C2205/037 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/035 ,  F17C2223/036 ,  F17C2225/045 ,  F17C2227/0304 ,  F17C2227/0379 ,  F17C2227/0383 ,  F17C2227/04 ,  F17C2250/032 ,  F17C2270/0168 ,  F17C2270/0184 ,  Y02E60/321 ,  Y02P90/45

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for testing a hydrogen dispenser is disclosed. The apparatus includes a first tank, a supply channel fluidly coupled to the first tank, the supply channel configured to be fluidly coupled to the hydrogen dispenser, a backpressure system fluidly coupled to the first tank, and a controller operatively coupled to the backpressure system. The controller is configured to receive a target fill profile, and control the backpressure system to effect a fill profile according to the target fill profile.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于测试氢分配器的装置和方法。 该装置包括第一罐，流体耦合到第一罐的供应通道，构造成流体耦合到氢分配器的供应通道，流体耦合到第一罐的背压系统，以及可操作地耦合到背压系统的控制器。 控制器被配置为接收目标填充轮廓，并且控制背压系统以根据目标填充轮廓来实现填充轮廓。

公开(公告)号：US20140203026A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-24

申请号：US13749195

申请日：2013-01-24

Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC

Inventor： Ralf Jaeger

IPC: G01N27/24 ,  F17C1/00

CPC classification number: G01N27/24 ,  F17C1/00 ,  F17C13/002 ,  F17C13/02 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2203/0604 ,  F17C2203/0624 ,  F17C2203/0636 ,  F17C2203/0643 ,  F17C2203/0646 ,  F17C2203/0663 ,  F17C2221/011 ,  F17C2221/012 ,  F17C2221/031 ,  F17C2223/0123 ,  F17C2223/036 ,  F17C2250/036 ,  F17C2250/0404 ,  F17C2250/0478 ,  F17C2250/0491 ,  F17C2250/0495 ,  F17C2260/015 ,  F17C2270/0168 ,  F17C2270/0184 ,  Y02E60/321

Abstract: A pressurized gas storage system includes an outer shell having an inner and outer surface. The inner surface defines an inner volume for holding a pressurized gas. A first electrically conductive layer is attached to the outer shell. An inner liner is disposed over the inner surface. A second electrically conductive layer is attached to the inner liner. A capacitance meter measures the capacitance between the first and second electrically conductive layers wherein a change in capacitance indicates buckling in the storage system.

Abstract translation: 加压气体存储系统包括具有内表面和外表面的外壳。 内表面限定用于保持加压气体的内部容积。 第一导电层附接到外壳。 内衬设置在内表面上。 第二导电层附接到内衬。 电容计测量第一和第二导电层之间的电容，其中电容的变化表示存储系统中的翘曲。

公开(公告)号：US08783504B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-22

申请号：US13704979

申请日：2011-06-17

Applicant: Michael Kleschinski ,  Dietmar Müller

Inventor： Michael Kleschinski ,  Dietmar Müller

IPC: F17C1/06 ,  F17C1/04

CPC classification number: F17C1/06 ,  F17C1/04 ,  F17C1/16 ,  F17C13/06 ,  F17C2201/0109 ,  F17C2201/0123 ,  F17C2201/056 ,  F17C2203/0604 ,  F17C2203/0619 ,  F17C2203/0665 ,  F17C2203/067 ,  F17C2205/0305 ,  F17C2209/2154 ,  F17C2209/234 ,  Y10T428/1369

Abstract: A pressure vessel for storing a fluid, comprises an outer jacket applied to a plastic core container, the outer jacket comprising a first fibre-reinforced reinforcing device with one or several wound layers comprising first fibres that are embedded in a first matrix material, a second fibre-reinforced reinforcing device formed on the outside of the first device and with one or several wound layers comprising second fibres that are embedded in a second matrix material, and an impact-absorbing thickening of the outer jacket in a polar cap region of the plastic core container. The thickening is formed in that one or several wound layers that are thickened in the polar region are formed in at least one of the reinforcing devices with a face opening that is larger than a face opening of other non-thickened wound layers in at least one of the reinforcing devices.

Abstract translation: 用于存储流体的压力容器包括施加到塑料芯容器的外护套，所述外护套包括具有一个或多个缠绕层的第一纤维增强加强装置，所述第一纤维增强加强装置包括嵌入在第一基质材料中的第一纤维， 纤维增强加强装置，其形成在第一装置的外部，并且具有一个或多个包含嵌入第二基质材料的第二纤维的缠绕层，以及在塑料的极性帽区域中外护套的冲击吸收增稠 核心容器。 增厚是这样形成的，即在至少一个加强装置中，在极性区域中增厚的一个或几个缠绕层形成在比其他非增厚卷绕层的面孔大至少一个的面开口 的加固装置。