Investor Presentaiton
Fuel Cells
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Types:
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Fuels
Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM)
polymer electrolyte membrane - precious metals
most common - vehicles
Alkaline Fuel Cell (AFC)
potassium hydroxide electrolyte solution
most efficient - sensitive to carbon dioxide
Molton Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC)
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high temp salt mixture suspended in an inert ceramic matrix
non-precious metals for electrolyte cathode and anode
do NOT require external reformer ; directly convert hydrocarbons (natural gas, biogas)
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC)
solid ceramic electrolyte - high temperatures
non-precious metals for electrolyte cathode and anode
do NOT require external reformer, can handle sulfur (coal - synthesis gas)
Primary Hydrogen
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Secondary Natural Gas, Biogas, Synthesis Gas (Steam Reformation)
Emissions
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Primary - H2O
Secondary - CO2, Sulfur
Combined Heat and Power - utilize waste heat
Heating
Installation
Waste
Heat
Hydrogen
Fuel
Cell
Oxygen /Air
Water
DC
Power
Heat Supply
Inverter
AC
Power
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