Hydrogen Fuel Cell

2010 Toyota Prius – Kelley Blue Book

 

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2010 Toyota Prius. As the go-to symbol of environmental consciousness, the Toyota Prius enters its third generation with improved under 10-second zero-to-60 acceleration thanks to a more powerful version of its hybrid synergy drive gas-electric powertrain. At the same time, the 2010 Toyota Prius sees improved fuel economy with an estimated average of 50 mpg thanks in part to a low-drag super-slick new shape. For more new car reviews, interviews and automotive news visit http://www.kbb.com today.

California Hydrogen & Fuel Cells

 

Our reporter, Gavin D. J. Harper visits California and speaks to Roy Kim of the California Fuel Cells Partnership and Diedra Wylie of General Motors. Produced in association with the PURE Energy Centre.

Can Honda Fit Beat Prius? 2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Toyota Prius

 

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Consider this: The 2008 Toyota Prius base model costs 50 percent more than the 2008 Honda Fit base model. Then again, the Prius is 50 percent more fuel-efficient than the Fit when you look at the EPA’s figure for combined mpg. So how does this add up?

You could save ,425 right now by buying a ,420 Honda Fit instead of the ,845 Toyota Prius. Of course, if the price of gasoline goes higher, then the Prius with its EPA combined estimate of 46 mpg will pay you back for your investment sooner than you’d expect. Then again, the Fit with its EPA combined estimate of 30 mpg doesn’t carry the same penalty of higher financing charges, insurance costs and taxes as the more expensive Prius, plus the Toyota will be needing a new ,585 battery pack when the odometer shows 100,000-150,000 miles.

Which car is best? It sounds like the kind of question for one of those money magazines. Yes, we’ve painted ourselves into a bit of a projected-cost corner with this comparison of the base models of the 2008 Honda Fit and 2008 Toyota Prius, but we think we can get out without stepping on too much wet paint

Ford Unveils World’s First Drivable Fuel Cell Hybrid Electri

 

Ford Motor Company unveiled the world’s first drivable fuel cell hybrid electric plug-in that combines an onboard hydrogen fuel cell generator with lithium-ion batteries to deliver more than 41 mpg with zero emissions. The unveiling happened at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show on January 23, 2007. The vehicle is built on a flexible powertrain architecture that will enable Ford to use new fuel and propulsion technologies as they develop without redesigning the vehicle.

This concept vehicle offers Ford the ultimate in flexibility in researching advanced propulsion technology. Ford can take the fuel cell power system out and replace it with a down-sized diesel, gasoline engine or any other powertrain connected to a small electric generator to make electricity like the fuel cell does now.

The plug-in hybrid is powered by a 336-volt lithium-ion battery pack at all times. The vehicle drives the first 25 miles each day on stored electricity alone, after which the fuel cell begins operating to keep the battery pack charged. This provides another 200 miles of range for a total of 225 miles with zero emissions.

The Ford Edge with HySeries Drive can travel at speeds of up to 85 mph. An on-board charger (110/220 VAC) can refresh the battery pack when a standard home outlet is available, making the concept a true plug-in hybrid.

Ford says this is the kind of technology that we need if America is to become energy independent. Research into hydrogen, including the Ford Edge with HySeries Drive, is part of Ford’s overall effort to address the challenges of climate change and energy independence.

A video report from Ford Motor Company

Residential Water Fuel Cell Energy System (2 of 2)

 

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A conceptual model of a very efficient (possibly over-unity) energy system for the home. At its base, is the water fuel cell, which acts as both a high-efficiency water electrolyzer using no catalysts, but acts also as a fuel cell, when combined with the Electron Extraction Circuit (EEC). In this combination, the water fuel cell produces an electrical current by extracting the free electrons that are thrown off once the hydrogen & oxygen atoms are broken from the covelant bonds of the two H atoms. Both a charged gas, called HHO (or hydroxy gas), and an electrical current are produced with the water fuel cell. The HHO gas is a fully combustible compound that is perfect for combustion applications. Most internal combustion engines can be modified to burn it, however I chose the quasiturbine in this design, because if it’s efficiency & simplicity. I left out a compressor aft the water fuel cell, as the quasiturbine must run on compressed gas or other fuel, such as steam. The rest of the schematic is modular, and I imagine the alternator could be 350 KW, if powered by a 5L, 500 HP Quasiturbine, which should run well on the water fuel cell running in a continuous closed loop mode. The water supply would occasionally be replenished by tap water, or the system could operate using grey water. In addition, the water fuel cell can be used as a water purifier.

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