Improved Round Trip Efficiency for Regenerative Fuel Cell Systems

Abstract

Phase 1 of the project was completed with successful achievement of the go/no go metrics. Additional follow on work is expected for the membrane evaluation but has not yet been exercised. Phase 2 on the regenerative fuel cell system was initiated. Refurbishment of the regenerative fuel cell test stand was initially funded, followed by upgrades to the system later in the quarter. A detailed plan was developed and initiated for oxygen cleaning of the system and reinstallation of parts, and refurbishment is proceeding on schedule. A prototype design for the hydrogen recovery reactor has been developed for procurement of parts and the subcontract for the hermetically sealed compressors has been initiated.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 15, 2011
Accession Number
ADA545374

Entities

People

  • Katherine E. Ayers

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cells
  • Compressors
  • Contractors
  • Control Systems
  • Efficiency
  • Energy
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Energy Storage
  • Energy Systems
  • Fuel Cells
  • High Pressure
  • Hydrogen
  • Materials
  • Project Management
  • Regenerative Fuel Cells
  • Storage
  • Test Stands

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology