Introducing the hybrid technology that is fuelling
today's automotive revolution!
Hydrocar demonstrates a complete, clean-energy
system with solar to hydrogen power generation. Powered by electricity from
sunlight, the reversible fuel cell illustrates the principles of water
electrolysis, separating hydrogen from water and then recombining these
elements to create power in an extremely efficient process. What's more, the
car can steer independently to avoid running into obstacles.
Dimensions: (L)630mm x (W)440mm x (H)350mm
Kit includes:
Chassis with an LED light and motor
Reversible (PEM) fuel cell
0.75 Watt solar cell
2 x 2mm connecting leads
Battery pack with connecting leads (2 x AA
Batteries required)
Hydrogen tank
Oxygen tank
Inner gas containers
Plastic plug pins for fuel cell
Transparent silicon tubing
Syringe
Assembly instructions
CD-ROM with curriculum manuals
Reasons to Love
Great entry-level fuel cell car kit
Demonstrates electrolysis of water into oxygen
and hydrogen
Includes solar panel to power electrolysis
process
Includes experiment guide on CD, as well as a
complete assembly manual
Easy to build and operate, steers
independently when meeting obstacles
Learning Outcomes
GCSE & A-Level: Renewable Energy
Top Tips
Cell Storage
The PEM Fuel Cell should be stored with some
residual drops of water inside it in a tight sealable plastic bag.
Kit can be used for the following activities:
Assembly and operation of the hydrocar
The effect of heat on solar panels
The effect of shade on solar panels
The effect of tilt angle on solar panels
Electrolysis mode generating hydrogen and
oxygen from water
Fuel cell mode generating electricity from
hydrogen and oxygen
Determining the minimum voltage for water
decomposition