AeroVironment, Inc. is a leader in Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Systems, and Power Cycling & Test Systems.40 Years of Human Power™

Engineering Services: Fuel Cell Mineloader



The objectives of this project included developing a zero-emissions fuel cell equivalent to a Caterpillar-Elphinstone R1300 loader, as well as a mine-safe refueling system based on electrolysis of water. The system would then be evaluated for safety and productivity in an underground mine in Nevada. AeroVironment served as energy system integrator for the U.S. Department of Energy Fuel Cell Mineloader project. This included providing fuel cell balance of plant, battery pack and battery management design, hybrid control system and communication between battery pack and fuel cell system, power electronics (to tie in fuel cell, battery pack and motor), fueling from fuel storage, and interface with motor controller and other system components.


NOTICE: You are leaving the AeroVironment, Inc. website and are being directed to a website maintained by a third party that is not related to AeroVironment, Inc.

We are not, by referring or linking to such third party website, incorporating its contents. We do not endorse or guarantee, and we disclaim any responsibility for: the content, products or services offered on such linked website, its performance or interaction with your computer, its security and privacy policies and practices, and any consequences that may result from visiting such linked website.

Cancel
OK