Det verkar med andra ord vara på gång - om än att man bara kan skymta tekniken vid horisonten.Hi,
it's true that methan can be converted in hydrogen in some fuelcells, but they need high operating temperatures.
The MCFC - Smältkarbonatbränslecell (Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell)for example needs a temperatur of 600°C
and SOFC - Fastoxidbränslecell (Solid Oxide Fuel Cell)needs a temperatur 800-1000°C.
Specifically, Delphi Automotive Systems and BMW are developing an SOFC that will power auxiliary units in automobiles. A high-temperature SOFC will generate all of the needed electricity to allow the engine to be smaller and more efficient. The SOFC would run on the same gasoline or diesel as the engine and would keep the air conditioning unit and other necessary electrical systems running while the engine shuts off when not needed (e.g., at a stop light).
I think it will take a lot of time before you can drive a car with a SOFC.
Jag tycker bränsleceller som använder metan låter mycket intressant. Problem med att producera vätgas och att lagra det löses i ett nafs.
Kostnaden för bränslecellen och dess korta livslängd verkar dock återstå.