HYPER

Integrated hydrogen power packs for portable and other autonomous applications

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'The proposed HYPER System is a scaleable and flexible portable power platform technology representing significant advances in terms of fuel cell development, hydrogen storage and associated supply. R&D will generate both new scientific knowledge and new technologies for exploitation. Specifically the project will: • Focus on developing a system based on application specific operational and performance targets, informed by early and ongoing end user intelligence; • Embed cost improvement and design for manufacture within the development pathway to optimise material and assembly costs and meet key cost targets; • Demonstrate complete application specific prototypes in the field with end users; • Deliver a market ready system that is flexible in design, and cost effective, for rapid roll out across multiple applications. The HYPER System can be readily customised to meet a range of application specific requirements including: power output, energy (or runtime), fuelling options, and cost (capex and opex). The system is based on a modular LT PEM fuel cell system with a common interface to use with alternative hydrogen supply modules. Two generic types of (interchangeable) hydrogen storage module will be developed: a bespoke gaseous hydrogen storage module; and a solid-state hydrogen storage module based on nanostructured hydrogen storage materials. Two proof of concept HYPER Systems will be developed and demonstrated; 100 We portable power pack/field battery charger, and a 500 We (continuous) range extender for a UAV. This will validate the scalability and robustness of the system whilst addressing early market opportunities that are aligned with the direct commercial interests of the Consortium Partners. The Consortium will provide a European supply chain, and early routes to market, for the subsequent commercial exploitation of the HYPER System.'

Introduzione (Teaser)

An EU-funded project is developing tailor-made fuel cell and storage systems for portable power applications.

Descrizione progetto (Article)

Hydrogen-powered fuel cells are gaining market traction as an alternative to energy generators and batteries. However, portable-scale applications such as power tool charging, emergency lighting, security and remote monitoring have been held back by technological and economic barriers.

Fuel cells ought to surpass battery energy densities, offer faster refuelling and be cost competitive to successfully take over. Developing and demonstrating a market-ready portable power pack is the aim of the EU-funded project 'Integrated hydrogen power packs for portable and other autonomous applications' (http://www.hyperportablepower.com/ (HYPER)).

The power pack will include an integrated modular fuel cell and hydrogen storage system that is flexible, cost effective and readily customised for multiple low-power markets. The system will provide a flexible platform to meet specific requirements related to power output, energy, fuelling options and cost.

HYPER will develop two proof-of-concept systems, using the flexible common platform for three applications. These include a portable power pack for remote semi stationary and portable applications with intermittent power needs, a military field charger unit and a range extender for a civilian unmanned aerial vehicle. The selected applications will be used to demonstrate system scalability and flexibility, while addressing early market opportunities.

Project members will combine the development of scalable polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell modules with an innovative portable pack allowing the interchange of alternative hydrogen supply components. HYPER involves pioneering research into novel, solid-state hydrogen storage materials.

So far, work has been geared toward testing and evaluating fuel cell components, and producing an optimal membrane electrode assembly. Early field demonstration of an equivalent prototype has led project members to redesign the fuel cell for better performance. Research has focused on a novel composite material for solid-state hydrogen storage that is suitable for portable applications. Furthermore, the specifications for high-pressure gaseous hydrogen cylinders have been developed.

Future work will also focus on overcoming technical and economic challenges that are critical milestones for a successful market transition of the HYPER system concept. HYPER is in line with the objectives of the Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Technology Initiative, aiming to accelerate market introduction of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies.