Nov 10 2006
NanoDynamics, Inc., a diversified nanotechnology and nanomaterials manufacturing company, announced today that it will introduce its new NDRevolution™ 50H portable hybrid solid oxide fuel cell system at the 2006 Fuel Cell Seminar in Honolulu, Hawaii. The Director of Technology, Dr. Caine Finnerty, states that “this system proves the viability of micro tubular SOFCs in portable power applications, successfully moving the technology from the realm of science project to a commercially available product. There is no need to wait for the hydrogen economy to arrive when you can stop by the local hardware store and refuel your Rev-50H with a mere $3 propane cylinder.” The unit is compatible with a variety of commonly available gaseous hydrocarbon fuels including propane and butane. The lightweight 50-watt system offers, a fully regulated 12 Volt / 50 Watt power output with a 150 percent overload capacity for transients. This makes the Revolution 50H an ideal power source for recreational, military, commercial and industrial power needs including remote signage, communications, sensing and marine applications.
NanoDynamics will be showcasing the Revolution 50H at booth number 601 in the Hawaii Convention Center from November 13-16, 2006. For more information visit: www.fuelcellseminar.com
“The Energy Information Association projects that worldwide demand for electricity will nearly double over then next 20 years with the majority of that growth expected in emerging economies with minimal existing infrastructure. Given our technology’s efficient, flexible onsite power generation capabilities, the solid oxide fuel cell is ideally suited to address such future demands,” said Keith Blakely, CEO of NanoDynamics. “Our Revolution 50H system demonstrates technology that effectively bridges the gap to a fuel-cell powered future by offering a power solution that meets current needs and fits existing fuel infrastructure. Future products will operate on renewable fuels, such as methane, ethanol, and biodiesel – further enhancing the utility and global impact of our systems.”
“Utilizing conventional equipment and processes gives us the opportunity to scale up production while reducing manufacturing costs. This ability is critical for successfully penetrating the various energy markets,” said David Bothwell, director of NDEnergy business unit. “Our demonstration at the Hawaii Fuel Cell Seminar will give our potential partners and customers the opportunity to experience our new hybrid model first-hand.”
Solid oxide fuel cells efficiently convert chemical energy found in conventional hydrocarbon fuels into usable electrical energy. Enabled by advanced materials, the Revolution 50H’s unique cell and stack design coupled with a highly sophisticated control system deliver further benefits in the form of improved performance, compact size and reduced weight. The Revolution 50H is compatible with a readily available hydrocarbon fuel source, propane. At its debut in Hawaii, ND Energy will be showcasing a hybrid energy storage option that slashes fuel cells’ usual long start up times.
The 50-watt hybrid system is the first in a family of solid oxide fuel cells that will be developed and customized to meet specific application needs. The NanoDynamics Fuel Cell Development Team, which previously announced a second generation micro tubular fuel cell capable of an industry leading power density of 2,000 milliwatts per square centimeter, plans to employ the architecture of the Revolution 50H in products with higher power outputs as well as utilizing internally developed JP-8 reforming technologies to provide portable power systems for military applications.