Alkaline fuel cells for the regenerative fuel cell energy storage systemThe development of the alkaline Regenerative Fuel Cell System, whose fuel cell module would be a derivative of the 12-kW fuel cell power plant currently being produced for the Space Shuttle Orbiter, is reviewed. Long-term endurance testing of full-size fuel cell modules has demonstrated: (1) the extended endurance capability of potassium titanate matrix cells, (2) the long-term performance stability of the anode catalyst, and (3) the suitability of a lightweight graphite structure for use at the anode. These approaches, developed in the NASA-sponsored fuel cell technology advancement program, would also reduce cell weight by nearly one half.
Document ID
19840047396
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Martin, R. E. (United Technologies Corp. Power Systems Div., South Windsor, CT, United States)