Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies
Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it has designed, developed and shipped
a new generation of ultra light weight advanced composite hydrogen storage units
for Suzuki Motor Corporation's Fuel Cell Vehicle Program. These unique systems
for Suzuki were developed, analyzed, and tested to meet the Japanese Government
requirements.
The higher fuel density capability of Quantum's hydrogen tank systems
allows efficient on-board packaging without intrusion into passenger and
cargo areas, while providing uncompromising range. Quantum's new generation
of Type IV (polymer lined, all composite) ultra-light weight tank has been
successfully tested and validated to operating conditions beyond current
industry and government standards. High capacity of the Quantum systems
allow extended driving range. These systems exhibit exceptional fast-fill
performance and low permeation levels. Quantum was also able to achieve
further reductions in material cost and improvements in both material
utilization and manufacturing efficiency compared with previous generation
tanks.
Quantum Hydrogen tanks are in use by major Automotive OEMs worldwide
and have a history of exceeding customer expectation in many areas of their
performance.
Posted July 24th, 2008
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