There, they will find a survey similar in format to the paper surveys of old, but instead of filling out the paper survey and returning it to a designated department representative for return to the Parking Office, they will follow the simple instructions on the survey form and hit Submit. It is that simple. A new iridium catalyst discovered by UC Santa Barbara scientists is fueling research into the feasibility of using this catalyst in fuel cells for automobiles. In addition, vehicles equipped with this fuel cell system would still utilize regular gasoline, so there is no need to build an alternative infrastructure as is necessary for other alternative fuel vehicles such as CNG and electric vehicles. All of this sounds great, but, of course, there are drawbacks and problems that still require resolution.
Iridium is an expensive metal for which scientists have yet to find an alternative.
Hydrogen is also expensive and difficult to store either in a gas or liquid form. Even with these challenges, Prof. Kaska and the optimistic about the future of iridium based fuel cell systems. His confidence is shared by the U.S. Department of Energy which is looking to gasoline-powered fuel cells as a technology that will revolutionize the entire automobile industry by the year 2005. Those small adjustments in schedule and work hours that are sometimes necessary for people to be able to carpool or vanpool or ride the bus make a big difference. More consistent work attendance among ridesharers Employee arrives to work relaxed instead of burned-out from sitting in traffic.