The fuel then goes to a fuel cell stack. It is located where a drive shaft is ordinarily located. Within the fuel cell modules in the stack electricity is generated through a chemical reaction between the hydrogen generated and available oxygen in the presence of a platinum catalyst. First of all, the fuel cell approach certainly changes the components that need to be manufactured. There are fewer moving parts than are used in internal combustion engines.
Canisters are a big part of the new system.
Based on the current design, there's a canister 6 in. So think canisters, valves and pipes, not cylinders, pistons and manifolds. Chrysler is working with Arthur D. Little on the project. It is expected that there will be a demonstration vehicle in two years and production prototypes in 10 years or less. All Rights Reserved.