by Fuel Cell Mike on November 28, 2009
Fuel cell devices Get Greener and Cleaner
Ever since the first appearance of the automobile in the early 1900’s, fuel cells have been steadily advancing. From efficiency to the actual variety of fuel used, almost every element of those early fuel cells has been completely re-vamped since their first premiere, and the end seems to be nowhere in sight. Many a colourful invention has been built around the fuel cell, and it’s seemingly endless list of applications continues to be built upon, even today. As devices have gotten smaller, cleaner and smarter, so have fuel cells and their corresponding devices. From lawnmowers to motorcycles, this imminent incline in quality has long been sweeping the world.
Among the largest household advancements has been the creation of fuel-cell powered device chargers. This recent technology, although still in it’s fledgling stages, allows for the quick and effective charging of all variety of USB compatible gadgets. By inserting a very small amount of methanol into a fuel cell device charger, you allow your favourite gadgets to be charged for up to seven hours without the use of a wall or car outlet. Aside from portable goodies, fuel cells have also been making major shifts in the automobile market. As making the latest cars green has become a more and more extensive pre-occupation for the auto industry, so has building better, more efficient engines.
Hybrid technology, the hybrid child of fuel cell and electric technologies, has become even more common-place in recent years. Hybrid cars, aside from being very silent, are extremely economical. While a fuel cell is installed, there is also an electric motor which can be charged directly from the wall, or from a separate combustion engine. Since the car is only actually burning fuel roughly half of the time, gas consumption is considerably reduced.
Although these and other budding technologies threaten to extinct the classic fuel cell as well as any number of fuel cell devices, you can bet that their total elimination won’t be coming soon. Although not the greenest technology, fuel cells have taken the test of time and passed with flying colors. It’s seems unlikely that they’ll be leaving our world in the near future, so why not take advantage of their many handy applications?
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 23, 2009
CalTech’s patented technology for building gadget chargers that are based on methanol has been licensed to Direct Methanol Fuel Cell. Viaspace, Direct Methanol Fuel Cell’s holding company opined that the licensing agreement would enable Direct Methanol Fuel Cell to develop and introduce methanol-based compact portable recharging cells.
This licensing agreement follows the launch of a portable recharging cell by Toshiba.
Toshiba’s methanol based portable cell has a lithium ion embedded in it, which can store adequate charge for two cellular phones. This fuel cell is based on a chemical reaction that occurs between oxygen and methanol. This process eventually transforms liquid methanol into electrical charge. At present, Toshiba’s portable recharging equipment is only available in Japan. This transportable fuel cell costs nearly $325 at present. Toshiba has not disclosed whether it plans to introduce such methanol-based fuel cells in other countries as well.
Many electronics businesses such as laptop manufacturers, and cellular phones manufacturers are eyeing this fuel cell technology, as it would meet a crucial requirement for their products. As of now, most of these electronic gadgets have limited power storage capacity, and therefore, these gadgets cannot be used continuously on long distance travels. An access to such portable recharge cell would have dramatic effects on their market share.
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 14, 2009
The methanol fuel cells fall under the classification of proton exchange fuel cells where methanol is employed as the primary fuel. The noticeable advantage of methanol fuel cells is the convenience of transportation. Methanol is known to be quite stable liquid and suitable for all kinds of atmospheric conditions. The methanol fuel cells are not exactly known for their efficiency, but they are mainly preferred for easy portability, where their energy as well as power density is given more priority.
The fuel cell devices can generate a small quantity of power over sustained duration of time which makes them very popular and hence they are most suited for consumer products like cell phones, digital cameras and also laptops, which are the main fuel cell device in wide usage at the moment.
The importance of these fuel cells have been found in military applications as they generate low noise and heat and do not produce poisonous effluents or vapors. The benefits of the fuel cell powered devices are their durable power in contrast to rechargeable batteries, spontaneous recharging advantages by substituting the disposable fuel cartridge, non-poisonous wastage and above all their light weight. On account of this, methanol fuel cells are developed by a number of companies as a dependable and alternative power source for such electronic appliances which are generally carried around all the time.
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 8, 2009
from the 19th century.Since the usages and the development of fuel cells were coming in a long way.Fueling cells plays a main role for fuel vehicles.Here is some history of the fuel cells.Fuel cells were invented by William Grove in 1839.In 1950s proton exchange membrane fuel cells were invented by general electric.The first use of commercial fuel cells was in 1960’s by NASA’s for Apollo space mission.Alkaline fuel cell which is used by NASA for more than 80,000 hours in space craft and it has flown over 100 missions.In 1980’s fuel cells were used in submarine by US navy.In many cities bus were driven with this fuel cells. For fishing fleet from the diesel engine to fuel cells is have plan to converted in ICELAND.By the year of 2005 many car manufacturing commercial users were trying to produce their semi-commercial models with fuel cells.It is 60% efficient to convert power from the fuel.It can reduce pollutions,that can be produced by the burning of fossils fuels.fuel cells didn’t need fuels which are conventional like gas or oil.
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 4, 2009
Fuel cell powered devices (Fuel cell is called the Electro chemical Energy Conversion device) are the devices designed in such a manner they provide power or electricity. These types of fuel cells are capable of supporting the conservation of fossil fuels. These devices always make use of the hydrogen from any renewable resources. This is a technology that is introduced as a highly effective and an efficient technology that support clean and a highly efficient source for the electricity and heat.
In fact, Fuel cells are considered to be the device that has the capacity of generating power (Electrical energy) without any pollution issues, due to its processing. The main materials received as a by-product due to this processing or current or electrical energy generation is water and heat. Methanol fuel cells are a special category of the fuel cells which are designed in such a way that, their fuel is methanol. These type of fuel cells are brought under a proton-exchange fuel cells category. Methanol is the main fuel ingredient used in this power generating fuel cell. The latest news and products which use fuel cell power includes are designed more efficient to ensure a high class processing thereby making necessary arrangements to meet the power requirement of the entire city.
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 2, 2009
In the world of technology that we live in today there are so many things that we use daily such as our cell phones, IPods, MP3 players, and more. The problem with the amount of time that we use these devices is the amount of times that they have to be recharged. Nothing is more frustrating than having your cell phone battery die when you are in the middle of an important conversation.
Well now there is a new way to keep your cell phone or IPod or MP3 player charged for many hours. Some last up to ninety days. The development of the fuel cell device has been completed and is now available for purchase. These fuel cell devices are mobile and can be used anywhere. You only have to plug your device into it and you are ready to go.
These fuel cell devices are great for traveling or anywhere you might not have access to electricity. These devices can be returned to be recycled and ready for use again which, is a great way to help protect our environment.
So never miss an important call again. Get a fuel cell device and start talking or text messaging with the knowledge that you don’t have to worry about your battery going dead.
by Fuel Cell Mike on November 1, 2009
: The truth Or Myth About Fuel Cells
Hydrogen is the universe’s most abundant element and it is a medium to store energy.The latest generation fuel cells are used by General Motors in their new cars.There are many promising advances taking place in the field of new era cars.
General Motors has cut down the size of fuel cells to half.It comes to about 220 pounds and it consumes less amount of hydrogen.This fifth generation fuel cell will come to effect only by about 2015.
Suzuki has introduced three fuel cell concepts at the Tokyo Motor Show.One is a car,another is a motor scooter and the third one is an electric wheel chair. The electric scooter has a 10,000 psi storage for its on board hydrogen.The electric wheel cair uses a menthol fuel cell for its power storage.
Toyota has completed a government field evaluation about its advance fuel cell hybrid vehicle.Mercedez -Benz has put strong bets on fuel cells.
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