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How Hydrogen Powered Cars Work

On the operating principle of hydrogen-powered vehicles
There are many types of power in modern cars, and hydrogen-powered vehicles have emerged and attracted much attention. To understand the principle of its operation, it is necessary to study its structure and function.

The core of a hydrogen-powered vehicle is a hydrogen fuel cell. This battery is comparable to a non-traditional chemical battery. It is based on the chemical reaction of hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity for the power of the vehicle.

Its structure includes an anode, a cathode and an electrolyte membrane. When hydrogen enters the anode, under the action of a catalyst, hydrogen atoms decompose into protons and electrons. The protons can penetrate the electrolyte membrane, while the electrons are blocked by the membrane and follow an external circuit. The flow of electrons generates current, which can power the motor of the car and drive the wheel to run.

At the cathode, oxygen is introduced. The protons passing through the electrolyte membrane and the electrons flowing back from the external circuit merge with oxygen to form water. This water is the residue of the reaction. Compared with the exhaust gas of traditional fuel vehicles, it is clean and free, and has many benefits to the environment.

Furthermore, hydrogen-powered vehicles also have hydrogen storage systems. This system is related to the storage and transportation of hydrogen. Hydrogen needs to be compressed at high pressure or liquefied at low temperature to be effectively stored in a special hydrogen storage tank. The design of the hydrogen storage tank must be safe and efficient to prevent hydrogen leakage. During transportation, the flow and pressure of hydrogen are precisely regulated to adapt it to the reaction requirements of the fuel cell.

The motor drive system is also important for hydrogen-powered vehicles. The generated electricity is transmitted to the motor, which converts the electrical energy into mechanical energy and rotates the wheels through the transmission device. The characteristics of the motor, such as fast start and strong torque, endow the hydrogen-powered vehicle with good power performance.

In summary, the hydrogen-powered vehicle is powered by hydrogen fuel cells, and with the help of hydrogen storage and motor drive systems, it can achieve efficient and clean operation. It has great potential for the development of future transportation and is expected to lead the new trend of green travel.