Rechargeable direct fuel cells using organic hydrides

7 Rechargeable direct fuel cells using organic hydrides 

77 Schematic illustration of rechargeable direct organic hydride fuel cell using organic hydrides such as cyclohexane and 2-isopropanol. 

Energy storage media (reaction for FC power supply)  

Total reaction of anode (electro-oxidation of organic compound) and cathode (electro-reduction of O2) sides. 

78 Schematic illustration of single cell and experimental apparatus for fuel cell operation (discharging process) and water electrolysis and hydrogenation of acetone (or benzene) (charging process). MFC = mass flow controller. 

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Some rechargeable direct fuel cells using organic hydrides will be available in the near future to miniaturize the fuel cells for mobile phones and laptop computers, cordless domestic electrical appliances, nursing robots and even cars. These could work for many hours and be recharged using off-peak household electricity and sustainable wind /solar power. 

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