In this tech talk, Steven had the pleasure of discussing Hydrogen Tank Systems with Jan Andreas, Managing Director at Argo-Anleg GmbH.
Learn about Hydrogen Tank Systems
Steven Oji and Jan Andreas discuss tank systems and their components, such as the on-tank valve (OTV) and thermal pressure relief device (TPRD). Jan explains that tank systems consist of tanks, valves, and a gas handling unit, which regulate the pressure and deliver hydrogen to the fuel cell. They also discuss different applications of tank systems in vehicles, buses, and marine vessels. Jan mentions refueling procedures and the need to prevent overheating during the process. Overall, they explore the technical aspects and configurations of different tank tank systems technologies (compresses versus cryo (Liquid) versus cryo compressed (a mix of both) for various purposes.
Illustration of different applications of tank systems, such as in passenger cars, mid-sized buses, trucks, and even maritime vessels. For example, passenger cars typically require 4-6 kilograms of hydrogen, while 40-ton trucks may need around 40-60 kilograms. An exciting project involving an electric push boat powered solely by fuel cells and batteries carry 700 kilograms of hydrogen in specially designed cartridges, providing a fully decarbonized alternative to traditional diesel engines.
Typically, tanks are placed behind the cabin of a truck, with batteries positioned upfront to balance the vehicle's weight. However, alternative configurations are such as placing tanks between the wheels, which is more common in the US due to regulations allowing longer trucks.
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