Design and development of a fuel cell stack for hybrid power systems in small robot application

S. W. Hwang, G. H. Choi, S. C. Lee, O. S. Kwon, D. H. Lee, A. Bates, R. M. Ench, S. Park

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Abstract

Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) are the most appropriate energy source for small robot applications. PEMFC is superior in power density and thermodynamic efficiency as compared with the Direct Methanol Fuel Cell (DMFC). Furthermore, PEMFC is lighter weight and smaller in size than DMFC, which are very important factors for small robot power systems. Operating conditions and fabricating methods are of key importance to fuel cell performance and efficiency. In this study, analysis of pressure drop, concentration variation, deformation of GDL and electrolyte, and stack clamping pressure were completed for a 500 watt PEM fuel cell stack. Several novel designs were discussed and will be continuously studied.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2012 9th International Conference on Ubiquitous Robots and Ambient Intelligence, URAI 2012
Pages182-187
Number of pages6
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
Event2012 9th International Conference on Ubiquitous Robots and Ambient Intelligence, URAI 2012 - Daejeon, Korea, Republic of
Duration: 26 Nov 201229 Nov 2012

Publication series

Name2012 9th International Conference on Ubiquitous Robots and Ambient Intelligence, URAI 2012

Conference

Conference2012 9th International Conference on Ubiquitous Robots and Ambient Intelligence, URAI 2012
Country/TerritoryKorea, Republic of
CityDaejeon
Period26/11/1229/11/12

Keywords

  • PEMFC
  • Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell
  • Robot Power
  • Stack Simulation

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