Bosch presents new fuel cell system
Published by Willow Munz,
Editorial Assistant
Global Hydrogen Review,
European cities are increasingly turning to climate-friendly solutions for their local public transportation. At the Mobility Move trade fair in Berlin, Bosch is presenting the fuel-cell power module (FCPM) C100, a new version of its fuel-cell unit that is particularly suitable for urban buses. With this climate-neutral solution, the vehicles can be powered electrically and – when using renewable hydrogen – completely CO2-free.
In addition to battery-electric buses, fuel-cell electric vehicles can also be used to combat climate change,” said Jan-Oliver Röhrl, executive vice president of the Bosch Power Solutions division and chairman of Bosch’s global commercial vehicle activities.
“The fuel cell is especially well-suited for buses that travel longer distances every day and rarely have the opportunity to charge en route.” An EU regulation stipulates that by 2030, carbon emissions of newly registered city buses must be reduced by 90% compared to 2019. Starting in 2040, this will apply to all other bus types as well. Vehicles with fuel-cell power modules, which the EU recognises as zero-emission vehicles, can make an important contribution here.
The compact C100 variant exhibited in Berlin is a new addition to Bosch’s FCPM portfolio, which covers a power spectrum of 100 - 300 KW. With its flat design and a height of only 40 cm, the C100 is made for being mounted on the vehicle roof, which is typical for the European market. The easy-to-integrate system is designed for city buses with a length of 12 - 18 m and offers the usual CAN and diagnostic interfaces. The FCPM C100 is based on the FCPM C190 variant for intercity buses and coaches, where it is installed in the rear as is typical for diesel vehicles. Bosch plans to test the C190 in demo vehicles in the 1H26. Rounding off the range is the FCPM C300; its 300 KW of system power make it the ideal energy source for heavy trucks and coaches.
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