Kia had four patents in 3D printing during Q2 2024. Kia Corp filed patents for a porous transport layer containing titanium, iridium, platinum, gold, or silver, and a method for preparation. Another patent involves a metal powder for mold cladding with specific composition percentages and a method for metal lamination using the same. GlobalData’s report on Kia gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Kia had no grants in 3D printing as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Porous transport layer with high chemical durability and a method for preparing the same (Patent ID: US20240141513A1)
The patent filed by Kia Corp. discloses a porous transport layer for water electrolysis cells or fuel cells. The layer includes a base layer with a titanium family element, a first coating layer with iridium (Ir), and a second coating layer with platinum (Pt), gold (Au), or silver (Ag). The method for preparing the layer involves stacking the first coating layer containing iridium on one surface of the base layer and the second coating layer on the opposite surface, with the second coating layer containing platinum, gold, or silver.
The porous transport layer can further include an antioxidant layer with a lanthanide element and a bonding layer with an ionomer. The layers have specific thickness ranges, and the bonding layer can be in the form of discontinuous dots or a continuous layer on the antioxidant layer. The method of preparation involves various coating methods like spray coating, 3D printing, inkjet printing, and more. Overall, the patent aims to provide an efficient and effective porous transport layer for use in water electrolysis cells or fuel cells, enhancing their performance and durability.
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