Feb 11 2011
The University of Central Florida (UCF) has subcontracted Bing Energy, a polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) component manufacturer, to develop a 500 W PEMFC system that is portable, efficient and low-cost.
Bing Energy has entered into a partnership with Florida State University (FSU) for this clean, affordable energy power project. The project aims to decrease dependence on the aging grid and the power generation plants. UCF has received a Department of Energy grant for its Hydrogen, Fuel Cells & Technologies Program, and this has led to this subcontract with Bing Energy.
The PEMFC system to be developed is targeted at the stationary and portable power generation markets. Based on the buckypaper -based solution, Bing Energy is to develop the prototype and the high-performance 4cmx4cm membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs). The PEMFC systems can be used for residential and commercial purposes, peak leveling and generation of industrial power.
Bing had earlier entered into an agreement with FSU for exclusive use of the technology to manufacture lighter, smaller, durable and less expensive hydrogen fuel cells.
Source: http://bingenergyinc.com/