Fuel Cell System - Principles, Design, and Applications (Second Edition) (Series of Renewable Energy Development and Application Technology)

Author: (English) Ramani et al., translated by Zhu Hong, proofread by Yi Boliang
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Publishing Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This book is one of the series "Technology Series on Renewable Energy Development and Application." It provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles, types, and applications of fuel cells, giving readers a clear understanding of fuel cells. Subsequently, it offers detailed explanations of major types of fuel cells, technological development prospects, fuel cell operation and thermodynamic performance, fuel processing, as well as hydrogen storage and production. The book also discusses fuel cell system components, such as compressors, turbines, motors, DC-DC converters, inverters, grid connection, fuel cell/battery or supercapacitor hybrid systems, and the powertrain of fuel cell vehicles, along with a comprehensive analysis from the oil well to the wheel. The book not only presents models, designs, and processes of fuel cell systems but also selects several application examples to illustrate them, enabling readers to gain a deeper understanding of this type of fuel cell. The book features an innovative structure, easy-to-understand content, and strong practicality, making it suitable for undergraduate and graduate students in chemical engineering and applied chemistry, as well as for technicians and researchers in the fields of electrical engineering, energy, chemistry, and automotive.