The sixth training unit focuses on fuel cell electric vehicles (FCVs). After introducing the basics of fuels and all types of fuel cells, the focus is given on the polymer membrane fuel cell (PEM) and the functionality, the efficiency and operating characteristics. The second part deals with fuel powertrain assemblies such as the full range FC-system or the range extender application. In the last part some benchmark vehicles are selected and presented.
This element provides an introduction to fuel cells including their functionality and the existing fuel cell types. It also mentions the operating conditions of fuel cells and addresses possible problems.