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The Mechanism of Power Generation


The mechanism by which fuel cells generate electricity is based on the principle below:

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This sequence of changes takes place continuously to fulfill the role of an electric generator. Something called an MEA (1), with a platinum-based catalyst and carbon particles, etc. as electrodes sandwiched on either side of a high polymer membrane, is used in the part that causes the change in the hydrogen.

In addition, the heat produced by combination, rather than being dissipated, is passed through a heat exchanger and used as an energy source for heating water.

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(1) MEA
MEA's (Membrane Electrode Assemblies) fulfill the role of extracting electrons from the hydrogen, while acting as a barrier to ensure the fuel and air do not react directly.

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