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Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
Almost all major industries seek cleaner energy use with superior productivity rates. Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) are one of several energy conversion devices paving the way for alternative energy consumption. Fuel cells need a clean environment for maximum output and efficiency. A robust filtration system is one way you can ensure your machines work better for…
Alkaline Fuel Cells
Alkaline Fuel Cells The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) used alkaline fuel cells during space missions, which paved the way for this advanced technology to power various other stationary and portable applications. Its low operating temperature and quick start-up make this fuel cell ideal as a backup power source and for mobile applications. For…
Direct Methanol Fuel Cells
Direct methanol fuel cells (DMFCs) are used to power portable devices and are essential for keeping machines working optimally. Because fuel cells are unique in needing different fuels to provide power, they require robust, dynamic filtering. Cleaning your fuel cells ensures they keep working to deliver the best output. How Direct Methanol Fuel Cells Work The basic…
Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells
Phosphoric acid fuel cells are highly efficient, and engineers are finding new ways to power stationary devices using this power source. With a potential efficiency level of 40% for electricity generation, keeping phosphoric acid fuel cells clean ensures they work optimally for the best output levels. How Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells Work Fuel cells consist of an…
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells are essential in powering stationary and varied-output machines. A polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell converts hydrogen and oxygen into electricity using a proton-conducting solid membrane, requiring ultra-clean filtration to protect the membrane from particulate and moisture damage. PEM fuel cells work hard and require…
Train Applications for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Hydrogen fuel cells generate power for various applications that would alternatively run on diesel fuel or batteries. A hydrogen fuel cell train uses hydrogen as fuel by converting oxygen and hydrogen gas cells into electricity, providing a cleaner means of power generation for the rail industry. The potential applications of hydrogen fuel cells in trains are numerous,…
Maritime Applications for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Hydrogen fuel cells provide clean, reliable energy for various high-power applications, including ships. These cells offer an alternate energy source by turning hydrogen molecules into electricity that the ship’s engine or other application can use to give it power. Long touted as a better choice than diesel fuel or lithium-ion batteries, hydrogen fuel cells for ships…
Aircraft Applications for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
The harmful emissions released by diesel-powered aircraft are a rising concern. To combat this issue, hydrogen fuel has undergone testing to determine whether it’s a viable alternative to diesel for this use case — and the engineers performing these evaluations are seeing positive outcomes. These results show realistic areas where hydrogen fuel can be utilized…
Fluids Commonly Used in Cryogenics
Fluids Commonly Used In Cryogenics Cryogenics observes the production and behavior of materials at extremely low temperatures. Cryogenic cooling applications rely on ultra-low-temperature fluids that demand specialized filtration systems capable of withstanding extreme thermal conditions without compromising fluid purity. To provide a better idea of how this science works, this article will explore various examples…
Guide to Dynamic Filtration
Jump To: How Does Dynamic Filtration Work? Why Is Dynamic Filtration Important? Dynamic Filtration Testing Implementing Dynamic Filtration Dynamic filtration is necessary when there are constant changes in either flow or pressure, along with or constant system vibration. The best filters to use in a dynamic application are fiber metal felt (FMF) elements. Fiber media filters are…
Aerospace Filtration Tests
Common Tests for Aerospace Filtration Systems Aerospace filtration testing is essential because it ensures aircraft filters perform correctly under all possible conditions. Aerospace filter elements must be able to withstand certain pressure levels, particulate volumes, temperatures, fluids and flow rates. Several tests verify how well aircraft filters can separate contaminants from fluids and perform…
Guide to Hydrogen Filters
Jump To: What Are Hydrogen Filters? Types of Filters You Can Use With Hydrogen Applications of Hydrogen Filters Benefits of Hydrogen Filters Hydrogen (H2) was one of the first elements to exist in the universe and is also the most abundant. It is known for being the lightest and most straightforward of all the elements,…
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