The latest patent filed by Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation highlights an innovative solution focusing on an air processing system that leverages a hydrogen fuel cell.
Hydrogen fuel cells present a promising alternative to traditional fuel sources, offering a clean and efficient energy solution. The patent by Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation introduces an air processing system that integrates a hydrogen fuel cell to enhance performance and sustainability.
The patented air processing system is composed of several key components: an input airflow, two compressors, two turbines, and two independently rotating shafts. Each compressor in the system is tasked with compressing the airflow, and each turbine decompresses the airflow, which is crucial for proper air management within the system. The shafts play a critical role by coupling a compressor and a turbine, allowing torque to be efficiently transferred between the compressor-turbine pair. This mechanical coupling is essential for maintaining the system’s performance and ensuring efficient energy conversion.
By utilizing the mechanical coupling between compressors and turbines, the system optimizes the transfer of torque, which is vital for minimizing energy losses during operation. This design not only improves the overall efficiency of the air processing system but also contributes to extending the operational capabilities of aircraft equipped with such systems.
