Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has made strides in hydrogen technology with their latest patent, “A fuel cell power-source management device and a fuel cell power-source management method.”
Author: Arnes Biogradlija
Arnes Biogradlija
Creative Content Director at EnergyNews.Biz
Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG, a prominent player in the automotive and industrial sectors, has developed an advanced blocking device tailored to fuel cell stacks’ recirculation loop. The patent, filed on June 6, 2024, introduces a system comprising a hydrogen inlet, a recirculation gas inlet, and a purge line aimed at streamlining and enhancing fuel cell operation.
This patent’s critical innovation centers on a dual-chamber storage system that minimizes energy loss and enhances safety.
The Dutch government, through its Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, has issued a tender titled “Emergency Electricity Equipment—Uninterruptible Power Supplies” to enhance the reliability of power systems within the hydrogen industry.
The tender invites submissions until June 19, 2024. This initiative is poised to significantly impact the hydrogen industry in Poland by bolstering its fuel infrastructure and ensuring a reliable supply chain.
The Government of Germany has announced a significant tender titled “Hydrogen Infrastructure Development for National Energy Transition,” published on June 11, 2024. The deadline for submission is set for July 11, 2024.
Future Fuels CRC LTD has filed a groundbreaking hydrogen-barrier coating composition patent. This patent, filed on June 6, 2024, provides comprehensive details about a novel protective coating that reduces or prevents hydrogen exposure to various surfaces.
To bolster Romania’s clean energy initiatives, the Romanian Ministry of Energy has issued a tender for the “Development and Deployment of Hydrogen Fuel Cells.”
Proposals must demonstrate a clear technical pathway, including feasibility studies, schematic designs, and a comprehensive implementation plan.
The primary objective of the tender is to invite industry stakeholders to participate in the supply and development of industrial gases, specifically those related to hydrogen applications.
