Ceres Power has filed a patent for a solid oxide fuel cell system with an innovative steam generator. The system includes a water inlet pipe, casing, and heat exchange device to improve liquid water evaporation, ensuring stability and reliability. A steam-water separation grid enhances efficiency. GlobalData’s report on Ceres Power gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Ceres Power, Pervoskite solid electrolytes was a key innovation area identified from patents. Ceres Power's grant share as of January 2024 was 38%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Solid oxide fuel cell system steam generator

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Ceres Power Holdings Plc

The patent application (Publication Number: US20230411658A1) describes a steam generator for a solid oxide fuel cell system. The steam generator includes a water inlet pipe, a casing, and a heat exchange device within the casing. A heat exchange cavity is formed between the heat exchange device and the casing, allowing liquid water input through the water inlet pipe to exchange heat with the device and form steam. The casing also features a steam exhaust port and a steam-water separation grid.

Additionally, the steam generator includes a water tank for water supply, a circulating steam pipe connected to the water tank and the steam-water separation grid, a first temperature sensor, and an on-off valve. The system also incorporates a thermal insulating layer on the water inlet pipe, with specific thickness ranges and options for insulating cavity fillings. Other components such as a regulating valve, pressure sensor, second temperature sensor, and a water drop device with water droppers are also part of the steam generator. The patent further extends to a solid oxide fuel cell system comprising a reforming device and the described steam generator.

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