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    This document discusses zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. It describes how fuel cells work by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, water, and heat. Several automakers like Honda and BMW are developing fuel cell cars that have no pollutant emissions besides water vapor. While the technology is still developing, fuel cells are seen as a promising alternative to gas-powered cars because they are efficient and can reduce dependence on oil. The document outlines the basic principles and components of how fuel cell cars generate and use electricity from hydrogen to power the vehicle without emissions.

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    Fuel Cars Based On Cell Technology

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    This document discusses zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. It describes how fuel cells work by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, water, and heat. Several automakers like Honda and BMW are developing fuel cell cars that have no pollutant emissions besides water vapor. While the technology is still developing, fuel cells are seen as a promising alternative to gas-powered cars because they are efficient and can reduce dependence on oil. The document outlines the basic principles and components of how fuel cell cars generate and use electricity from hydrogen to power the vehicle without emissions.

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    This document discusses zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. It describes how fuel cells work by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, water, and heat. Several automakers like Honda and BMW are developing fuel cell cars that have no pollutant emissions besides water vapor. While the technology is still developing, fuel cells are seen as a promising alternative to gas-powered cars because they are efficient and can reduce dependence on oil. The document outlines the basic principles and components of how fuel cell cars generate and use electricity from hydrogen to power the vehicle without emissions.

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    This document discusses zero-emission fuel cell vehicles. It describes how fuel cells work by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, water, and heat. Several automakers like Honda and BMW are developing fuel cell cars that have no pollutant emissions besides water vapor. While the technology is still developing, fuel cells are seen as a promising alternative to gas-powered cars because they are efficient and can reduce dependence on oil. The document outlines the basic principles and components of how fuel cell cars generate and use electricity from hydrogen to power the vehicle without emissions.

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    The zero emission vehicles are

    here !!

    FUEL CELL
    CARS
    M. Waseem Nawab (J.E.)
    Applied Chemistry Laboratories

    A Very Relevant Topic !!


    The topic of alternative fuel vehicles is
    especially relevant as they protect our
    nature, they protect us !!
    As gas prices continue to rise , well
    likely
    see this topic get more and more
    attention !!
    Oil pollutes and there are limited
    supplies !!

    LTERNATE FUEL VEHICLE


    Electric cars
    -currently out in the market but not
    very
    efficient
    Solar cars
    -R&D in process , not very
    reliable !!
    Hybrid cars
    -utilizes battery as well fuel ,

    LTERNATE FUEL VEHICLE


    Fuel Cell Vehicles
    Zero Emission
    Vehicles; only water
    as exhaust
    Burns hydrogen,
    produces pure
    water exhaust
    Amazing R&D by
    HONDA, BMW etc.

    BMW has broken several


    speed records for
    hydrogen cars and is
    banking on cars that can
    run successfully on both
    gas and hydrogen, but
    Honda emphasizes on fuel
    cell only cars !!

    What is a Fuel Cell?


    Quite simply, a fuel cell is a device that converts chemical energy
    into
    electrical energy, water, and heat
    through
    Fuel
    and airelectrochemical
    react when they come
    reactions.
    into contact through a porous
    membrane (electrolyte) which
    separates
    them.
    This reaction results in a transfer of
    electrons and ions across the
    electrolyte
    from the anode to the cathode.
    If an external load is attached to
    this
    arrangement,
    a complete
    circuit
    The voltage generated by a single
    cell is typically
    rather small
    (<is
    formedin series to create a useful
    1 volt), so many cells are connected
    and a voltage is generated from the
    voltage.
    flow
    of electrical current.

    hat Really is a Fuel Cell ?


    An old idea whose time has come
    Utilises hydrogen as a fuel to
    generate electricity
    No pollutant emitted , water is the
    only exhaust !!
    Fuel cells are similar to batteries,
    but designed for continuous
    replenishment of energy via
    external fuel
    Hydrogen FCs 2 times as efficient
    as internal combustion
    In simple terms , Hydrogen and
    oxygen in, water vapor and liquid
    water out ; thats the basic
    working principle .

    Fuel Cell Vs. Battery

    Basic operating principles of both are very similar, but there


    are several
    Intrinsic differences.

    Open system
    Anode and cathode are
    gases in
    contact with a platinum
    catalyst.
    Reactants are externally
    supplied,
    no recharging required.

    Closed system
    Anode and cathode are
    metals.
    Reactants are internally
    consumed,
    need periodic recharging.

    Fuel Cell Stacks


    In order to produce
    enough voltage, cells
    are grouped into
    stacks
    A hydrogen fuel cell
    automobile would
    have at least 45 cells
    in a stack
    Hydrogen is stored
    and injected in either
    liquid or gas form
    Many cells, but only
    output is still liquid
    and vapor water

    How does a fuel cell


    really work ??

    Where will the hydrogen come


    from
    ??for consumer use
    Hydrogen is not readily
    available
    yet.
    A fuel like natural gas is reformed into hydrogen
    which will then go on to power a fuel cell.
    Hydrogen can be produced by one of the following
    methods :
    Thermochemical : A steam reforming process is currently
    used to produce hydrogen from such fuels as natural gas,
    coal, methanol, or even gasoline. To draw on renewable
    energy sources, the gasification or pyrolysis of biomass
    organic materialcan be used to generate a fuel gas.
    Electrochemical : The electrolysis of water produces
    hydrogen by passing an electrical current through it.

    Where will the hydrogen come


    from
    ??
    Photoelectrochemical
    : The photoelectrochemical
    (PEC) process produces hydrogen in one step,
    splitting water by illuminating a water-immersed
    semiconductor with sunlight.
    Photobiological : Photobiological systems
    generally use the natural photosynthetic activity
    of bacteria and green algae to produce hydrogen.
    << solar
    powered water
    electrolyzing
    hydrogen
    station
    Solar powered
    >>
    hydrogen

    Renewable Hydrogen Station


    Solar Array - Electrolysis of Water - H2

    Usage
    10,000 miles / year
    (from solar array H2 only)

    Honda R&D facility in Torrance, CA

    Dispenser

    High pressure
    Compressor
    tanks

    Water
    electrolyzer
    Converter

    Solar cells
    System diagram

    Grid

    Home Energy Station


    Home Refueling with Co-generation of Heat and Electricity

    Heat

    Fuel cell

    Electricity

    Inverter
    Natural gas

    Reform
    Purify
    CompressStorage
    tank

    Natural Gas line

    HES II in Albany, New York


    (Honda & Plug Power Development)

    Hydrogen

    Hydrogen Fuel- Cell Cars


    Quieter operation than normal cars because
    of no moving parts in the fuel cell stack and
    electric motors at the wheels.
    Hydrogen cars run clean.
    500 cubic tons of carbon removed from
    atmosphere by 2040
    New design possibilities
    because of compact
    hydrogen fuel cell
    stack.

    Detachable body
    ~5 minute refueling time
    -20 to 95 deg. C Fuel Cell Operation
    100kW Motor Power
    Navigation System H2 stations

    57 miles/kg EPA combined rating (label)


    Up to 210 mile range, EPA rated
    ~5 minute refueling time
    -20 to 95 deg. C Fuel Cell Operation
    80kW (109 hp) Motor Power
    Navigation System H2 stations

    Fuel-cell Cars

    Clarity

    4 Door Sedan, New FC Packaging (V-flow)


    Low floor height
    FC Stack hidden between seats

    New stack architecture: vertical gas


    and water flow
    Air

    Water

    H22

    Compact
    Efficient
    Enhanced subzero startup &
    operation

    WORKING PRINCIPLES OF FUELCELL


    CARS
    Hydrogen injected
    into
    Hydroge
    n
    tanks

    fuel stack
    Electricity generated

    Fuel Cell
    Stack

    Electric motor operated


    by the electricity
    generated
    Wheels get the power
    through power train

    Electric
    motor
    W
    H
    E
    E
    L
    s

    Power Train

    W
    H
    E
    E
    L
    s

    WORKING PRINCIPLES OF FUEL-CELL


    CARS

    WORKING PRINCIPLES OF FUELCELL CARS

    Advantages
    Dependence on non-renewable fuel which are depleting
    day by day is removed
    Fuel cell vehicle is the most promising technology for
    use of sustainable energy sources.
    Hydrogen is only type of energy that can provide a
    wholesale substitute for foreign oil within a decade.
    Clean, twice as efficient as internal combustion, and
    plentiful
    No emission vehicles- water is the only exhaust

    Disadvantages
    The hydrogen is not so readily available
    Hydrogen is difficult to store and distribute, so it
    would be much more convenient if fuel cells could
    use fuels that are more readily available.
    Large Fuel cell stacks need to placed for better
    performance of the vehicles
    If hydrogen is produced by a Reformer using fossil
    fuels etc. , there is some extent of environmental
    pollution.
    Technology currently expensive ; Many design
    issues still in progress

    CONCLUSION
    We should aggressively pursue hydrogen fuel
    cell vehicles
    There are definite issues, but nothing
    compared to the environmental issues
    associated with being wholly dependent on oil.
    We need to look beyond the sticker price , we
    need to play our part in the sustainable
    development and in protecting our
    environment .
    Newer Versions of fuel cell cars like the honda
    clarity are sporty, have speed and all other
    properties , which means you dont have to
    sacrifice to play your part for the environment.

    Thank
    you
    !!
    Questions ??

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