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Hybrid regenerative fuel cell systems for space applicationsThis paper describes a hybrid regenerative fuel cell (RFC) system for space application, which is made up of an alkaline fuel cell (Space Shuttle fuel cell) and an acid electrolysis unit (solid polymer electrolyte). In the RFC, gas produced from the acid electrolysis unit and water produced by the alkaline fuel cell are repeatedly reacted in the other unit. The results of RFC's tests indicate that the system is feasible in terms of fluid/unit compatibility. In addition, the fuel cell thermal-control system proved capable of controlling fuel cell temperatures throughout long open-circuit periods. Diagrams of the RFC and its subsystems are included.
Document ID
19890027886
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Saucier, David R.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1988
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Meeting Information
Meeting: 1988 IECEC
Location: Denver, CO
Country: United States
Start Date: July 31, 1988
End Date: August 5, 1988
Accession Number
89A15257
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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