Patent ID: 6015041
Filing Date: 2000-01-18
Classification: C01B,F17C,Y02E

Abstract:
A device for storing and discharging hydrogen comprising:a. a container defining a longitudinal axis and comprising:i. a port for ingress and egress of the hydrogen;ii. an upper portion;iii. a lower portion; andiv. an exterior surface;b. hydrogen-storage media positioned within the container;c. at least one divider positioned within the container so as to divide it into a plurality of chambers, each chamber having hydrogen-storage media positioned therein;d. a conduit having an elongated section positioned in the lower portion of the container and generally parallel to its longitudinal axis, for conveying a fluid adapted to transfer heat to or draw heat from the hydrogen-storage media; ande. thermal insulation at least partially surrounding and contacting the exterior surface of the container.