120 kW PEM fuel cell modules
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Siemens AG has developed polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell modules used in air-independent propulsion (AIP) systems for modern submarines. The company's PEM fuel cells are based on a metal technology for the bipolar plates which have potential for low-cost mass production. Siemens is focusing on the development of 120kW modules using improved core materials and proven manufacturing and processing technology. The company said that the key to boosting power from the exiting 34Kw to 120Kw is by increasing the number fuel cells and using membranes with lower internal resistivity.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 1999
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Upgrading conventional submarines with a fuel cell plug-in section
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Howaldstswerke Deutsche Werft AG (HDW) has developed an air-independent propulsion system for submarines using polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells. The main components of the system includes the PEM fuel cell plant which consists of individual cells with low cell area combined in a high-performance module with 34 kW nominal output, the hydrogen storage in metal hydride containers and the LOX tanks. HDW said that a 240 kW PEM fuel cell system has advantages for the modernization of Class 208 submarines.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 1999
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Modernisation of a communications system for submarines
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DASA Hagenuk Marinekommunikation GmbH develops and produces modern communications systems for submarines. The company is capable of delivering customized systems which are tailor-made according to the specifications of individual submarines. As part of its solutions, Hagenuk has introduced its modular SEICAM system family for tactical audio and data distribution, and the new Series 4000 family of high-frequency radios for submarines.
Publication Name: Naval Forces
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0722-8880
Year: 1999
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