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   PEM fuel cell  evaluated  
Fuel cells produce electric energy by a cold "combustion"; of hydrogen. Similar to batteries, they are conversion devices rather than genuine energy sources.
Technology field: Innovative traction concepts and energy sources
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Related projects:  Energy chains of alternative fuels;  Fuel Cell
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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