The European Patent Office (EPO) has published a new patent application, EP2026025805A1, related to a fuel cell thermal management system and method. This publication, dated March 18, 2026, details technological advancements in managing heat within fuel cell systems. The application is classified under IPC codes H01M 8/04029, H01M 8/04701, F01P 5/10, H01M 8/04, and B60L 1/00, indicating its relevance to fuel cell technology, thermal management, and electric vehicle systems.

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