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2. Project Description. Multi-phase effort to develop a cost-effective renewable H2 based off-grid-power system for rural Nevada and the SouthwestSystem attributes: Renewable energy (solar and wind) to generate hydrogen using an electrolyzerDual fuel ICE (H2 and propane) for power generationBat
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1. Hydrogen Power System for Remote Applications Alan Gertler
Desert Research Institute
NSWEP Program Review
August 14, 2006
2. 2 Project Description Multi-phase effort to develop a cost-effective renewable H2 based off-grid-power system for rural Nevada and the Southwest
System attributes:
Renewable energy (solar and wind) to generate hydrogen using an electrolyzer
Dual fuel ICE (H2 and propane) for power generation
Battery bank
Optimization of H2 storage, ICE power, and battery bank size
Computerized system control that includes weather forecasts
Portable
3. 3 Project Objectives Investigate the application of H2 off-grid power generation using renewable energy
Optimize the integrated system
Increased energy storage as H2
Embedded controller for maximum efficiency and minimal human interface
Study the use of a compact proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer
Evaluate system performance in a real-world, off-grid application
4. 4 Project Tasks Task 1: Select Field Deployment Site
Task 2: Configure Systems for Field Deployment
Task 3: Tailor Computer Software Interface for Field Operation
Task 4: Conduct Site Training and Operation
Task 5: Track Logistical, Performance and Maintenance Conditions
Task 6: Evaluate User Acceptance
Task 7: Administration, Coordination, and Final Report Activities
5. 5 System Schematic
6. 6 Trailer Layout