Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has achieved a significant milestone in the development of its Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump. The pump has successfully completed a long-term durability test, operating for 1,200 hours without any downtime or replacement of major parts. In addition, it completed 1,500 refueling cycles at cryogenic temperatures without any issues. This breakthrough demonstrates MHI’s commitment to providing reliable and efficient solutions for hydrogen refueling stations.
The test was conducted in partnership with FirstElement Fuel (FEF) at the Livermore Hydrogen Hub in California. Over the course of the test, the pump pumped approximately 140 tons of liquid hydrogen, which is equivalent to refueling 5,000 fuel cell buses. Importantly, the pump generated negligible boil-off gas during operation, highlighting its efficiency and environmental friendliness.
This achievement has significant implications for the future of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen tube trailers. The Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump offers a reliable and high-flow solution for hydrogen refueling, with a discharge pressure of 90 MPa (900 bar) and a flow rate of 160 kg per hour.
MHI plans to install the pump at a large-scale hydrogen station in Japan dedicated to clean commercial mobility. The station is scheduled to open in April 2025, coinciding with the commercial operation of the pump. This installation will further contribute to Japan’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
With the success of this durability test, MHI is poised to introduce its Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump to the global market. This pump, with its advanced cryogenic technology and operational reliability, will play a crucial role in the development of a future hydrogen economy.
MHI remains committed to providing innovative solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. Its ongoing research and development efforts in hydrogen technology will continue to drive advancements in the industry and support the transition to cleaner and more efficient energy solutions.
FAQ Section:
1. What is the Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump?
The Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump is a pump developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) that is used for hydrogen refueling stations. It offers a reliable and high-flow solution for hydrogen refueling, with a discharge pressure of 90 MPa (900 bar) and a flow rate of 160 kg per hour.
2. What was the result of the durability test conducted on the pump?
The pump successfully completed a long-term durability test, operating for 1,200 hours without any downtime or replacement of major parts. It also completed 1,500 refueling cycles at cryogenic temperatures without any issues.
3. How much liquid hydrogen did the pump handle during the test?
Over the course of the test, the pump pumped approximately 140 tons of liquid hydrogen, which is equivalent to refueling 5,000 fuel cell buses.
4. What is the significance of this achievement?
The achievement has significant implications for the future of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen tube trailers. It demonstrates MHI’s commitment to providing reliable and efficient solutions for hydrogen refueling stations.
5. What are the environmental benefits of the pump?
During operation, the pump generated negligible boil-off gas, highlighting its efficiency and environmental friendliness.
Definitions:
Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump: A pump developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) for hydrogen refueling stations. It offers a reliable and high-flow solution for hydrogen refueling, with a discharge pressure of 90 MPa (900 bar) and a flow rate of 160 kg per hour.
Cryogenic temperatures: Extremely low temperatures below -150 degrees Celsius (-238 degrees Fahrenheit) at which gases become liquid.
Key Term Links:
– Mitsubishi Heavy Industries: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
– Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles: Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
– Hydrogen tube trailers: Hydrogen tube trailers
– FirstElement Fuel: FirstElement Fuel
Suggested Related Links:
– Clean commercial mobility: Clean commercial mobility
– Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ hydrogen technologies: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ hydrogen technologies
– Future hydrogen economy: Future hydrogen economy
