Fuel Cells By: Josh DeVane

History  First demonstrated in 1839 by Welsh scientist William Grove.  In 1955, chemists at GE applied platinum to the membranes to act as a catalyst.  In 1960, Pratt and Whitney designed a fuel cell for use in the space program to provide drinking water and electricity.  First demonstrated in 1839 by Welsh scientist William Grove.  In 1955, chemists at GE applied platinum to the membranes to act as a catalyst.  In 1960, Pratt and Whitney designed a fuel cell for use in the space program to provide drinking water and electricity.

Pros  Only byproducts are water and heat.  Can run continuously, unlike batteries.  Silent Operation Cons  Price  Sources of hydrogen  Limiting Fueling stations Pros  Only byproducts are water and heat.  Can run continuously, unlike batteries.  Silent Operation Cons  Price  Sources of hydrogen  Limiting Fueling stations

Basic Operation

Applications

Cutting Edge Applications

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