Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell (PAFC)

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Company
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Fuel_Cells
gptkbp:acidity liquid phosphoric acid
gptkbp:application combined heat and power systems
gptkbp:architectural_style modular and compact design
gptkbp:average_temperature 150 to 200 degrees Celsius
gptkbp:benefits high tolerance to C O2
lower power density compared to other fuel cells
gptkbp:developer 1970s
gptkbp:electrification used for distributed generation
gptkbp:electronegativity reduction of oxygen
gptkbp:emissions_standard low emissions
low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels
gptkbp:environmental_impact minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuels
gptkbp:fuel_capacity higher than traditional combustion engines
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:hydrogen
composed of multiple cells
high-temperature fuel cell
can operate on various hydrogen-rich fuels
gptkbp:game_components includes fuel processor and power conditioning system
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell (PAFC)
gptkbp:innovation benefiting from technology advancements in materials and design
gptkbp:integrates_with with renewable energy sources
gptkbp:is_a oxidation of hydrogen
gptkbp:is_scalable scalable for various applications
gptkbp:lifespan up to 40,000 hours
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:market growing interest in renewable energy
gptkbp:marketed_as stationary power generation
available from several manufacturers
increasing with advancements in technology
limited commercial availability
used in hospitals and data centers
gptkbp:notable_recipients gptkb:item
gptkbp:operational_area 40 to 50 percent
gptkbp:performance improved with heat recovery systems
gptkbp:position can be connected to the electrical grid
gptkbp:power_output contributes to energy independence.
up to 200 k W
provides continuous energy output
gptkbp:price higher initial cost than conventional generators
gptkbp:produced_by can be integrated with hydrogen production systems
gptkbp:receives_funding_from receiving funding from government and private sectors
gptkbp:reliability high reliability for continuous operation
gptkbp:research ongoing
gptkbp:research_areas developing advanced materials
gptkbp:research_focus improving efficiency and reducing costs
gptkbp:safety_features considered safe for operation
gptkbp:sales expanding in the global market
gptkbp:storage can be part of energy storage solutions
suitable for backup power applications
gptkbp:surface modular
gptkbp:sustainability considered a sustainable technology
gptkbp:thermal_design_power can utilize waste heat for additional energy
converts chemical energy to electrical energy
gptkbp:uses phosphoric acid
gptkbp:water_source can use natural gas reforming