Japan's Mitsubishi Fuso and Iwatani Collaborate on Liquid Hydrogen Refuelling Technology
Key Ideas
- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp (MFTBC) and Iwatani from Japan signed an MoU to study liquid hydrogen refuelling for commercial vehicles, aiming for greater efficiency.
- Subcooled liquid hydrogen offers advantages like higher storage density, longer range, faster refuelling, lower costs, and improved energy efficiency.
- The collaboration will focus on technical, commercial, and regulatory aspects to realize the potential of subcooled liquid hydrogen for carbon-neutral transportation.
- By using the sLH2 process, the refuelling stations can be more cost-effective, energy-efficient, and simplify equipment, contributing to the adoption of hydrogen-powered vehicles.
Japan-based Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp (MFTBC) and Iwatani, a Japanese industrial gas company, have entered into a memorandum of understanding to explore the use of subcooled liquid hydrogen (sLH2) refuelling technology for hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles. The collaboration aims to leverage the benefits of sLH2, such as higher storage density, extended range, quicker refuelling, reduced costs, and enhanced energy efficiency. Through joint efforts, the two companies will delve into the technical, commercial, and regulatory dimensions of implementing subcooled liquid hydrogen to expedite its potential applications. The sLH2 refuelling process involves a pump to elevate the pressure of liquid hydrogen, resulting in subcooling and re-liquefaction of boil-off gas in the vehicle tank, thus eliminating the need for gas discharge. This innovation streamlines the refuelling station equipment, potentially lowering investment costs and operational energy requirements. Originally developed by Daimler Truck and Linde Engineering, the sLH2 process is now being standardized with efforts for ISO regulations. Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck, provides commercial vehicles under the Fuso brand, servicing markets worldwide. The collaboration signifies a positive step towards carbon-neutral transportation, particularly in heavy-load commercial applications requiring long-distance travel.
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