Fuel Cells/Recreational 031217






Recreational
 (Dec. 2003) MTU Friedrichshafen unveils the first yacht with a fuel cell propulsion system. The fuel cells are manufactured by Ballard Power Systems.  The 12-meter-long yacht, named “No. 1”, will operate in Lake Constance  in Kressbroon.
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Yes, You Can Buy This Home Fuel Cell
Coleman will introduce a 1.2 kW portable fuel cell generator which will be powered by gas hydrogen cylinders. The fuel cell is made by Ballard. With operating time of 8-10 hours and a cost of $100/cylinder, the fuel will be costing the user in the ballpark of $10/kWh. The initial price for the unit will be $7,995..00.
Popular Science
February 2002, p.10
www.popsci.com
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