A Cogeneration System Based on Solid Oxide and Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells With Hybrid Storage for Off-Grid Applications

Higher education and research

Higher education and research

A combination of batteries and hydrogen storage tanks that work with the SOFC-PEMFC system to manage variable power demands.

A type of fuel cell that uses a solid ceramic material as its electrolyte. It operates at high temperatures and can utilize various fuels including natural gas, biogas, and hydrogen.

The specific type of fuel cell technology supplied by Ballard Power Systems for the buses in Mississauga.

Switzerland

A research project developing a hybrid power system centered on SOFCs running at constant load, coupled with PEMFCs, batteries, and hydrogen storage for potential use in cruise ships and other transport applications.

A hybrid power generation system combining SOFCs running at constant load with PEMFCs, batteries, and hydrogen storage. Achieves 75% efficiency and produces only carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.