Fuel cell approved for use on planes

August 3, 2011 By

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Onboard use of fuel cells, which will let notebook computers run three to 10 times longer without a recharge, has been questioned because they contain methanol, a flammable liquid.

But the DOT said that a cell designed by start-up PolyFuel can ride in airplane cabins when it emerges commercially because it contains a relatively low concentration of methanol, according to Jim Balcom, PolyFuel’s CEO.

Fuel Cells are viewed as one of the likely “big” changes that will alter notebook architecture in the next few years. The replaceable, or refillable, fuel cartridges initially will be able to power laptops two to three times longer than standard laptop batteries such as Toshiba PA3591U-1BAS Battery, which now peter out at between two to four hours. Eventually, fuel cells will provide a charge 10 times longer than batteries, according to various sources.

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Many analysts have viewed approval from transportation authorities as a necessary step to commercialization. If fuel cell powered notebooks can’t be taken on planes, few people will buy them. It also helps psychologically.

“It is not surprising that people are hesitant, (but) once it gets approved, obviously it is viable,” said Matt Sargent, notebook analyst at market research firm ARS. “There is a clear need for progress in the battery space. It has been one of the hard spots for the industry.”

Air passengers, though, won’t be stoking up alcohol-burning notebooks anytime soon. PolyFuel’s cells remain in the development stage, and notebook makers won’t likely put them in notebooks until late 2004.

“We’ve still got around a year and a half to go,” said Balcom. “We’re still in the technology development phase.”

In PolyFuel’s so-called eight molar methanol fuel cells, methanol, which ultimately provides the power, constitutes only 24 percent of the fluid. The rest is water.

The cells break down methanol molecules into protons, electrons and carbon dioxide. While the protons pass through a specialized membrane, the electrons can’t and get shuffled into a wire that powers the device containing the cell. The by-products from the chemical reaction come together as water molecules.

Rather than completely forgo batteries, notebook makers will likely come out with computers that contain both batteries and fuel cells, said Balcom. Sanyo, among other Japanese manufacturers, has committed to coming out with fuel cell notebooks two or more years from now.

But other regulations could delay fuel cell notebooks from taking off. Airlines can independently ban certain products or devices from the cabin if they feel the objects could interfere with the handling of the aircraft, said a representative for the Federal Aviation Administration. The Department of Transportation could not be reached for comment.

Menlo Park, Calif.-based PolyFuel is a spinoff of research firm SRI Research. Investors include Intel and venture capital firm Mayfield Venture. Competitors include MTI MicroFuel Cells.

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Hydrogen Generator MPG Test – HHO Fuel Cell Kit

August 2, 2011 By

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China Harbin Institute of Technology research team independently developed a successful Kening temperature solid oxide fuel cell unit in greater substrate prepared breakthrough core technology. Reporter dell latitude e5400 battery September 17 the school was informed that they have developed the single and the power density reached the advanced international level, and the battery could be used to open the natural gas as fuel, thus reducing the effect of emissions and air pollution. The focus group is underway to further improve product performance and life, reduce costs, so industrialization.

The results obtained in solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) in the low temperature, and its use of the strip casting method of sintering the largest gathering of the current size of 100mm x 100mm single cells, while more than 1000 ℃ the previous generation operating temperature to 750 ℃, avoid electrode sintering quickly lead to cavities, electrodes and electrolyte reaction interface, the component of the battery dell latitude e5500 battery does not match the characteristics of thermal expansion, such as corrosion of metal connections FAQ. The new results has recently passed appraisal Heilongjiang Science and Technology Organization.

Working group member told reporters, SOFC is the chemical energy of fuel directly into electrical energy electrochemically, known as cell fuel production fourth. Compared to the alkaline fuel cell, fuel cell phosphate fuel cells to cell membrane before the three generations of fuel cells and conventional combustion engine, the conversion SOFC with high efficiency, fuel, a wide applicability, low cost, energy saving, zero pollution, etc., Built-in battery efficiency dell latitude e5400 battery of electricity generation by more than 50%, thermal power, even for more than 80%. Before working temperature SOFC R & D is about 1000 ℃, and difficult to achieve high operating temperature of commercial applications, if the lower temperature will reduce the catalytic activity of electrode materials. The new results of this bottleneck completely broken.

Reporters also learned that this new fuel cell can use natural gas as fuel, not only the full use of Heilongjiang Province, the depth of natural gas resources, to effectively alleviate the contradiction between supply and power demand, but also reduces the process of producing electricity and exhaust carbon, nitrogen and sulfur to reduce global warming and air pollution. In particular, SOFC fuel gas by gasification combined steam and gas turbine power generation technology, integrated gasification, steam turbine, power generation gas turbine has the advantage of technology, Full use of carbon-based fuels, electricity generation, fuel cell technology to produce power based on the further development of hydrogen and capture of CO2 separation and recovery technology. Therefore, the results to improve the transition from coal resources of China Town to change the industry chain of coal is short, the status of low value-added of great practical importance.

 

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Build Your Own Hydrogen Cell Engine and Run Your Car For Free Without Gasoline

July 10, 2011 By

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Most people don’t believe they can save hundreds or thousands on gas each month. Instead the average gas consumer will spend tons of money on Gas4Free that they don’t even use. Meanwhile, other individuals have recognized this waste of money and have made the decision to build their own hydrogen cell engine.You see, hydrogen is much more efficient than regular gas. Most of the regular gas is wasted from pollution, heat, and vibration when you drive your car. Infact, most car engines only use %20 of the energy regular gasoline produces and the other %80 is wasted into the atmosphere causing global warming.Saving energy and protecting the ozone layer is not the only benefits of converting your regular gas engine into a hydrogen fuel cell engine. The additional benefits of this hydrogen technology is as follows:

Your car will produce much cleaner emmissions.You will be able to triple your current gas mileage.The IRS will actually reward you through refunds for running your car more fuel efficiently using this water powered technology.You will save up to 80% each month since you don’t have to keep filling up your gas tank. This means you will have more money in your pocket and less in your gas tank.You will actually experience an increase in horsepower.The process to use a hydrogen cell engine is very safe since combustible Gas4Free is extracted and burned steadily from hydrogen. This special engine not only works in cars but they also work in trucks, vans, SUVs, and any other make or model you can think of. Also, when you start using a hydrogen cell engine it won’t void your auto manufacturers warranty because you can easily convert your car back to a gas engine.All you need to build your own hydrogen cell engine are some simple tools you should already have in your tool box and some raw materials. The raw materials needed for this project will cost you less than and they can easily be found in your local hardware store. With the benefits this special engine provides and because of how easy it is to build, automobile owners around the world are building their own and enjoying the benefits of running their car for free.

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Economical Cars – Honda Fuel Cell Vs. Hydrogen Conversion

July 10, 2011 By

Economical cars are the rage today as gas prices climb to record levels.  The Honda fuel cell vehicle – the FCX Clarity is making a big impact in California.  The California hydrogen highway is a series of hydrogen refueling stations in California for fuel cell vehicles – this state is leading the way.  But did you know there is a hydrogen conversion kit you can install yourself this weekend to improve gas mileage in your current car, truck or suv?

The Honda fuel cell car, the Honda FCX Clarity, is one of the most economical cars and eco-friendly vehicles on the road in America today.  In fact it is among the best gas mileage cars ever, getting an estimated fuel economy of 77 city and 67 highway. 

Only trouble is the lack of infrastructure.  Hydrogen gas stations are not so common, so you really have to watch your fuel guage.  The Honda fuel cell vehicle has quite limited availability – in fact, Jamie Lee Curtis was the second customer for the FCX Clarity, when she took delivery the end of July this year.  And unfortunately at this point, it looks like the Honda fuel cell cars won’t be mass produced until 2018!

Economical cars are not only being sold today – they are being born – by gas guzzling car, truck and suv owners in the form of hydrogen conversions.  Also known as hydrogen generators, these alternative fuel conversion kits allow your vehicle to get better fuel economy and boost fuel mileage by using a hydrogen cell and the electrolysis of water.

While the Honda fuel cell needs pure hydrogen gas stored onboard in high-pressure tanks, a diy hydrogen conversion produces hydrogen-on-demand in a small container under your hood.  To build your own economical cars (using hydrogen to supplement gasoline) you only need a few household items you can find at your local hardware store.  You can get the diy auto conversion kit plans online and complete the job this weekend for under 0.

This device that fits under your hood is based on an old technology using the current from your battery to charge the water and release the hydrogen atoms.  Although hydrogen generators were invented decades ago, they weren’t very well known until the 1990’s when they started being used in Hummers for the U.S. military.

So what are you waiting for – gas prices to go down? 
 
We’ve checked out all the hydrogen conversion guides online – there are more than 20 now – and since we’ve done the research for you, we can help you choose the best guide for the buck.

Question by eddie_adams13: where can i find an online site that will show me the blueprints of a hydrogen fuel cell for home use?

i am trying to make my own fuel cell to convert my gasoline engine to hydrogen

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Answer by campbelp2002
You can’t. Or even if you could it wouldn’t do you any good. You would need high tech manufacturing equipment costing far more than the fuel cell to make one. Just like the blueprints for a V8 engine would not be enough for you to make your own V8 engine. You would need a complete machine shop, and maybe a foundry too, costing FAR more than an engine to make an engine.

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New HybridTech Energy Fuel Cell Tests and Explanation

July 10, 2011 By

Explanation of the new HybridTech Energy Eaton Fuel Cell. 4 consecutive tests.

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Question by Kallos: How much power from Hydrogen on a Fuel Cell?

Does anyone know how much power (electrical or other measurement) can one get from one cubic meter of Hydrogen, on a Fuel cell?
Thanks! =)

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Answer by Your Best Fiend
The amount of energy is approximately 305.7 kJ, but power is work divided by time. Without knowing the reaction rate for burning hydrogen, it will be difficult to determine the amount of power to be produced and it will be limited by the shape of the cubic foot of gas as well.

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Oil resources are not inexhaustible, the main fuel for vehicles, it will always be replaced one day, although in the process of finding new energy sources, the world’s major car companies have developed a variety of new energy vehicles, including fuel cell vehicles, electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, alternative fuel cars.VGP-BPS12 battery

And because fuel cell vehicles and pure electric vehicles, there are still many problems in terms of industrialization is not currently available only for research, development and demonstration runs. Today, the world’s major car companies have already introduced a variety of hybrid vehicles, has introduced their own production models.

Hybrid vehicle is more than two power sources of vehicles, the first Toyota is in a gasoline engine and battery hybrid power system; has developed a diesel engine and battery hybrid, the gasoline engine and a super capacitor hybrid, diesel and super-capacitor hybrid power, battery and super capacitor hybrid, fuel cell and battery hybrid in 2007 Challenge Bibendum appeared on a new hybrid fuel cell and super capacitors, Hyundai launched the Tucson FCEV is a powered by fuel cells and hybrid supercapacitors.VGP-BPS8

Recycle braking energy in hybrid vehicles and pure electric vehicles, energy recovery in a prominent position in hybrid vehicles and pure electric vehicles, require as much as possible the energy use of brake energy recovery, typically use more battery charging to energy absorbing braking energy recovery, the drawback is difficult to achieve short-term battery power, and a limited number of charge-discharge cycle, power charge and discharge is bound to greatly shorten the battery cycle life, would bring the cost increase. The super capacitor is a capacitor between the battery and the traditional one between the energy storage device, electrolytic capacitors have a much higher than the energy density (specific energy) and much higher than battery power density (specific power), for used as a source of short-term power output. With high specific power (power output per unit mass W / kg), once more the advantages of energy storage, can greatly increase the hybrids, pure electric vehicle driving range, and can auto start, acceleration, hill climbing to improve the mixing effect at the time electric vehicle motion characteristics.DELL Latitude E6510 Battery

Hybrid battery power for use when accelerating or climbing to conduct a large current discharge, slow or fast when charging downhill to achieve braking energy recovery, required battery with excellent high rate charge and discharge characteristics of fast and long service life and stable, but the implementation of large current charging and discharging battery will shorten its life. The super electrochemical capacitor, said capacitor, the stored energy of a large, light weight, multiple high-current charge and discharge, the capacitor capacity, charge and discharge, long life, fast charge and discharge, in -40 ? -70 ? Working range However, the lack of super capacitor is lower than the energy, the battery is only 1 / 10.ACER AS09D34 Battery

In the fuel cell and super capacitor hybrid car, when the vehicle start, the use of super-fast discharge capacitor, Er Shi auto start; when the normal working state, the fuel cell to work, the excess power to electric motors; in vehicles acceleration and hill, by the fuel cells and super capacitors also work; in slow, downhill, braking, absorbed by the super capacitor braking energy recovery.

As the fuel cell car fuel cell to reach operating temperature have a certain time, and super capacitor can be used as fuel cell vehicle starter, and fuel cells can quickly reach operating temperature, so fuel cells and super capacitors are complementary, is an ideal hybrid mode, the direction of development is one of the hybrid. Very suitable for the use of cars and city buses. Which fuel cells and super capacitors documents cars and city vehicles frequently encountered in large cities, traffic lights, stop and start frequently, deceleration, braking situations suitable for use as auxiliary power super capacitors. And the super capacitor cheaper price than a lot of file-ion batteries.

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EFOY Fuel Cell Traffic

July 9, 2011 By

Power anywhere on the autobahn ! EFOY fuel cells keep your batteries charged wherever you want. You can power warning sings at roadwork sites where no external power source is available. This video explores EFOY Traffic applications and benefits. For more information, please visit www.sfc.com

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Question by sandwich82: Which is the best university for fuel cell research?

I am planning to take PhD and I am currently searching for a good university which offers research on fuel cells, I hope you can recommend a reputable university in the US or europe. I am a Filipino currently finishing my MS degree on Envi eng here in Korea.

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Answer by apeweek
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Don’t limit yourself to fuel cells. A fuel cell is just another type of battery (electricity storage and retrieval through chemical processes), and in fact, the hydrogen fuel cell still offers greatly inferior efficiency to the latest battery technology. In light of this, I do not believe the current focus on fuel cells for transportation will persist much longer.
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But MIT is, of course, one of the best schools for this type of research. Here is a new electric vehicle powered by MIT-developed battery technology:
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http://phoenixmotorcars.com/models/fleet.html

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The Phoenix electric pickup truck – using new Altair nanotech batteries – can:

-Travel up to 250 miles per charge
-Carry 5 passengers plus cargo at 95mph.
-Charges batteries in as little as TEN MINUTES.
-Has batteries that last 250,000 miles (never need replacement.)
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Riversimple Fuel Cell Car Project Continues to Plod Along

July 8, 2011 By

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Riversimple Fuel Cell Car Project Continues to Plod Along

People are getting more and more excited about green automobiles hp pavilion tx2500 battery, so it was kind of surprising to see such a neutral reaction to the Fuel Cell Car by Riversimple. While this project has a very interesting slant from other cars that we have seen in this niche, it was met with a very lukewarm reception and things have not really heated up on in yet. However, the Riversimple Fuel Cell Car continues on and will hopefully be available for release in the next few years.

One of the biggest knocks on the car is its general appearance. Now this is pretty shocking considering some of the designs that have come out with electric cars. Having said that, electric cars have finally made a turn for the better and some of the designs that are out and that will be coming out are pretty dramatically different from what we have seen in the past.

The Riversimple Fuel Cell Car almost looks like an AMC Pacer lenovo thinkpad x301 battery that was premature. To say that it is an attractive car would be a stretch, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What does make this car attractive is the anticipated pricing. Current estimates have it costing the owner about 2/month in USD. Compared to some of the other options, this is truly a bargain.

Another attractive aspect of the car is the range that it will have. Many of the electric cars that are out and will be coming out are stuck in the 80-100 mile range. Reportedly, the Riversimple Fuel Cell Car will be able to cover about 240 miles before it needs recharging. According to Riversimple, it has “an efficiency dell inspiron 1440 battery equivalent to 300 miles to the gallon.” That is a pretty impressive number and one that may make people look past the AMC Pacer look and deep into their wallets.

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One of the biggest knocks on the car is its general appearance. Now this is pretty shocking considering some of the designs that have come out with electric cars. Having said that, electric cars have finally made a turn for the better and some of the designs that are out and that will be coming out are pretty dramatically different from what we have seen in the past.

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Gm Readies Fuel Cell Technology

July 7, 2011 By

General Motors has announced it is moving more than 500 fuel cell experts from advanced development laboratories to core engineering functions to prepare fuel cell technology for future production.

Over 400 fuel cell engineers will report to the company’s Powertrain Group to start production engineering of fuel cell systems. The automaker added that 100 workers will transfer to GM’s Global Product Development organization to begin integrating fuel cells into future product lines. Additionally, over 150 fuel cell scientists and program support will remain as part of the automaker’s Research and Development center. They will continue advanced research in hydrogen storage, fuel cells and program commercialization. The decision of the largest American automaker is aimed at expediting its efforts to produce vehicles that displace petroleum through energy diversity.

GM Vice President Research and Development and Strategic Planning Larry Burns stands with the company’s E-Flex Fuel Cell variant. “Eight years ago we said that hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle technology could make a major contribution to solving the energy and environmental challenges facing the automobile industry,” said Burns. “Today’s announcement signals another important milestone as we move fuel cell vehicles closer to future production.”

“Moving our fuel cell experts from advanced development laboratories to our core engineering organizations highlights our strong commitment to developing electrically-driven vehicles using diverse energy sources” said Tom Stephens, the GM Group Vice President of Global Powertrain.

The GM realignment is another initiative in its commitment to displace petroleum usage in the industry through a range of propulsion alternatives. The alternatives include the E85-capable biofuel vehicles, two-mode hybrid system for large city buses, a two-mode hybrid system for the Chevrolet Tahoe and the GMC Yukon, the Saturn Vue Green Line and Saturn Aura Green Line Hybrid Systems, and a two-mode hybrid Vue Green Line.

The largest American automaker shared details about its fifth-generation fuel cell system technology at the Shanghai Auto Show in April when it introduced the fuel cell-powered E-Flex version of the Chevrolet Volt. This updated system is half the size of its forerunner but delivers the same performance and power. The Volt may not be flaunting the Chevrolet Camaro heat shield but it features the most advanced technology in the auto industry. The Volt is expected to be released a few years from now.

Currently, the company’s fourth-generation system powers the Chevrolet Sequel and Equinox Fuel Cell vehicles. The Sequel is the first electrically-driven fuel cell vehicle to achieve over 300 miles on one tank of hydrogen, in and out of traffic on public roads, while generating zero emissions. The Equinox Fuel Cell will be introduced later this year as part of Project Driveway, which will place over 100 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles with consumers in New York, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.

Leading the fuel cell engineering team is Dr. J. Byron McCormick, the current executive director of GM Fuel Cell Activities. McCormick will report simultaneously to Dan Hancock, the GM Powertrain Vice President for Global Engineering, and John Buttermore, the GM Powertrain Vice President for Global Manufacturing.

McCormick has been working on electric and fuel cell propulsion system research and development for more than three decades. He was part of the development of the EV-1 electric vehicle. In the past decade, he has led the GM fuel cell activities team to becoming the leader in fuel cell technology worldwide.

GM offers more vehicles that achieve 30 mpg on the highway than any other automaker in the U.S. market. Additionally, the company is also the first automotive member to join the U.S. Climate Action Partnership (USCAP), a group of global companies and non-governmental organizations formed to back an campaigns aimed at limiting carbon emissions.

Question by The Great Poomba: If I can get another 4 years out of my current car will fuel cell possibly be in my next car?

I’m sure I could get at least 4 years out of my current car. I’m tempted to get a new car sooner, but I’m hoping my next car will have some better technology than standard gas or even hybrid. Do you think fuel cell will be widely available and financially affordable in the next 4 years?

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Answer by All Knowing
no, to soon, this fuel cell will take much longer to be usable.

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Why You Should Try Water Fuel Cell Vehicles

July 6, 2011 By

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There has been debate over water fuel cell technology for several years now. So much so that while you can see the benefits, you might wonder if it’s really a good idea. Yet today’s gas prices mean some people aren’t even able to keep their cars, and this certainly isn’t a good option. It’s time to investigate a solution that can save you money.

It might be hard to believe water can actually power a vehicle. It seems too common and ordinary a substance to be properly effective. You might think it’s just a story invented to scam you. Instead, though, you should get to know the truth about this new possibility, and to let go of any commonly held myths you might still believe in.

To some extent, the skeptics are actually right – water on its own doesn’t make a car run. It works because, in coordination with the battery, water’s fuel cells extract a gas from it. This gas, known as HHO, helps fuel the vehicle together with the gasoline you’re already using. This means you won’t have to load up as much when you visit your local station.

It’s natural for people to be worried about their safety when trying something new, especially when that involves the potentially dangerous combination of a car engine and a very powerful type of fuel. Fortunately, because of the way the cells work, your engine will only ever get exactly as much HHO as it needs, and never an excessive amount.

People who argue against the possibility of something like this discuss the fact that products aren’t made or talked about all that much. Yet many people still don’t even know that they have a better option; and those who are aware know that gas companies won’t be happy about something threatening their monopoly, and so might want to stay quiet.

One valid point has to do with the cost of these vehicles. Yet you have the ability to create your own fuel cells. The detailed instructions you’ll need won’t cost more than a couple hundred dollars and they can get you well on your way to a car that is better for the environment, while saving you all the money and more that you put into it.

Clearly, the concerns about water fuel cell shouldn’t worry you that much. And with all you have to get from them, is there really any reason not to give it a try?

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Assembling the GM Fuel Cell Video

July 5, 2011 By

Come inside the GM Fuel Cell lab in Honeoye Falls, New York, where the team works on everything from chemistry to assembly. Watch as engineer, Lucy Wilke, shows us the latest in fuel cell assembly.

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