MUMBAI, India, Jan. 23 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202531096019 A) filed by National Institute Of Technology, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, on Oct. 6, 2025, for 'adaptive control converter system for enhanced fuel cell electric vehicle performance.'

Inventor(s) include Kumari Archana; Abhishek Kumar; Dr. Madhu Singh; and Dr. Simanta Kumar Samal.

The application for the patent was published on Jan. 23, under issue no. 04/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses an Adaptive Control Converter System designed to enhance the performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). The system integrates an intelligent control architecture that dynamically regulates power flow between the fuel cell stack, energy storage unit, and traction motor. By continuously monitoring parameters such as voltage, current, temperature, and vehicle load, the converter system ensures optimal power distribution, thereby minimizing energy losses and improving the overall stability of the vehicle's powertrain. The proposed system features a multi-stage DC-DC converter topology that includes a bidirectional converter and a high-gain boost converter. These converters are managed by an adaptive control unit that employs hybrid control algorithms combining model predictive control (MPC), fuzzy logic, and proportional-integral-derivative (PID) techniques. This combination allows real-time adjustment of converter parameters to handle sudden load variations and maintain smooth transient responses, ensuring efficient energy utilization under varying driving conditions such as acceleration, deceleration, and regenerative braking. Furthermore, the invention incorporates an energy management controller that coordinates power flow intelligently between the fuel cell and energy storage system. The adaptive control mechanism enhances regenerative energy recovery, reduces thermal stress on the fuel cell, and extends component lifespan. The system's modular and scalable design makes it suitable for a wide range of electric vehicle configurations, thereby contributing to the development of sustainable, efficient, and high-performance transportation technologies."

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