24/10/2024

The MINIMAL Project


Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) depend on maintaining optimal humidity levels to protect the fuel cell membrane. To address this, A. Kayser Automotive Systems collaborated with Innomem OITB to design an efficient humidifier. Through simulations and experiments conducted by University of Twente and EMI Twente, it was determined that a counter flow of air streams is the most efficient configuration. Additionally, the optimal membrane surface area and operating conditions were established, while experiments measured the water transfer rates of various membranes. These advancements will help improve the performance and durability of humidifiers in FCEVs, driving greater efficiency in sustainable mobility.