Definition from Dictionary.com
Fuel Cell:
a device that produces a continuous electric current directly from the oxidation of a fuel, as that of hydrogen by oxygen.
In reality
a battery could be called a fuel cell because it creates an electric current
through a type of electrolosis.
There are many different types of fuel cells. I really like
Honda's new fuel
cell vehicle. You can google that and find lots of information.
You may want to read the fine print.
Here is a link to more basics on the different types of
hydrogen fuel cells.
http://americanhistory.si.edu/fuelcells/basics.htm#q1
Hydrogen Generator made Simple:
h2o (water) Atom
There are a few ways to release Hydrogen atoms from the Oxygen atoms. One of the easiest is simply putting two electrodes in water. When they are close enough together (Approximately 1 to 2 mm), the electronic field between the plates will cause the hydrogen atoms to be released from the Oxygen. Since Hydrogen is lighter it immediately floats to the top.
(Please do not do this indoors. Read Warning!)
Be happy that Oxygen and Hydrogen are attracted to each other. Otherwise we would not exist.
These are the types of hydrogen cells many people make all over the world. The only problem is they draw too much energy from a battery and it takes lots of hydrogen to run even a 4 cylinder vehicle. This is where pulsing the battery flow to the plates can lower the amperage used. It is still not enough Hydrogen production using the standard car electrical system, but many of these systems are in use and they're getting better. To learn more read Hydrogen Basics.
This is why this site exists. We are finding economical solutions.
Words some people use for
fuel cell is:
Please do research before purchasing any of these.
Electrolyzer
Bubbler
HONDA's fine print.
There is actually more expense they are not telling you about.
- Subject to
limited availability,
- in designated, limited California market
regions, to approved lessees by American Honda Finance Corp. Closed end lease
for 2008 FCX Clarity, for qualified lessees meeting specific use and operation
requirements.
- Not all applicants will qualify.
- NO PURCHASE OPTION
- Zero capitalized cost reduction.
- Taxes, license, title fees, liability insurance
extra.
- Monthly payments of $600.00 for 36 months.
Total monthly payments $21,600.00.
- No mileage limitation or
excess mileage cost. See one of three authorized FCX Clarity dealers for
complete details.