Toyota satser tungt på FuelCell biler

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Why does Toyota make hydrogen cars? JULY 26, 2018

Why does Toyota propose hydrogen fuel cell technology as a power solution for zero emission vehicles? We look at reasons why hydrogen is the ideal source of clean energy.
Energy and transport sectors are being presented with huge challenges in decarbonising society and providing energy security, while simultaneously improving air quality and minimising environmental impact. The UK government has delivered a particular focus in this respect, targeting an 80% reduction in all greenhouse gases by 2050, compared to 1990 levels.

With numerous social, political and economic issues to consider, it is not possible for a single solution to meet all needs. However, the fundamental relationships between these issues and objectives are consistent across the globe.

Why hydrogen?
Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and has the highest specific energy density of any non-nuclear power source. It is inexhaustible and non-toxic; it can be created using many sources, stored indefinitely and can be shipped relatively easily.

Millions of tonnes of hydrogen are produced and used without incident every year and we can now handle it more safely than fossil fuel. It is already being used as a power source in buildings, and in mobile applications such as passenger vehicles, fork-lifts, ships and trains. Testing is even underway to produce hydrogen-fuelled aircraft.

Hydrogen production
Producing, compressing and dispensing hydrogen does consume some energy, but this can be combatted by using surplus renewable energy that might otherwise be wasted. Hydrogen is also a by-product of certain industries, some of which can create emissions, yet technologies and systems are now available to ensure that its production is free of emissions. Once produced, hydrogen is also efficient and cost-effective to distribute.

Interestingly, most new vehicle hydrogen refuelling stations create hydrogen on-site with electrolysis, using 100% renewable surplus energy. No deliveries are needed and there are no emissions from either the production process or the fuel’s consumption. These stations are containerised and only require water and power to operate. Power is supplied on green tariffs, or at some stations is sourced directly from solar or wind on-site.

Toyota and hydrogen
Toyota believes that there is currently no single solution to reducing vehicle emissions or meeting customer transport needs. It is about delivering the right vehicle at the right place and at the right time, so investments have been made in all areas in order to meet immediate, medium- and long-term needs throughout the world.

In the shorter term, petrol-electric hybrids and plug-in hybrid vehicles look likely to dominate, while pure battery electric vehicles are viewed as a more expensive, niche solution. Fuel cells offer the greatest future potential but require significant investment and the use of advanced technology.

The Toyota Mirai is the world’s first full production hydrogen fuel cell saloon and winner of the World Green Car award in 2016. It can be driven for around 300 miles from a full 5.0kg tank of hydrogen. That quantity of fuel is produced from 50 litres of water, and in the course of driving that distance the car’s only emission will be 50 litres of water. Nothing is consumed. The whole process is simply a transfer of energy.

Annual production and sales of Mirai have increased yearly, going from about 700 units in 2015 to around 2,000 units in 2016 and 3,000 units in 2017. At present, the model is sold in 11 countries: Japan, the United States, and nine countries in Europe. In the UK, 74 units have been sold up to June 2018 but that figure will rise significantly when the Met Police and private hire firm Green Tomato Cars receive their full fleet orders. Such growing confidence in hydrogen-powered transport has allowed Toyota to plan annual production of fuel cell vehicles to 30,000 units by the early 2020s.

Learn more: Toyota to support mobility at the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo in 2020

In considering the significance of Mirai, it is worth reflecting on the impact of Toyota’s hybrid technology. With more than 11.7 million petrol-electric hybrid vehicles sold worldwide since the introduction of the original Prius in 1997, and many other vehicle manufacturers adopting similar technologies, Toyota’s leadership is clear.

A hydrogen-fuelled future
Thanks to its universal availability, Toyota believes that the long-term use of hydrogen is likely and its adoption will rapidly accelerate. The range of applications will increase and energy suppliers will use it as a fully renewable energy vector, enabling cheaper, more efficient power supply and vehicle refuelling.

The importance of hydrogen in the future is underlined by the recent formation of the Hydrogen Council, a global group bringing together senior executives from leading fuel, energy, manufacturing and mining businesses. These include Air Liquide, Alstom, Anglo American, BMW, Daimler, Engie, Honda, Hyundai, Kawasaki, Linde, Shell, Total and Toyota. Having committed to spend $5 billion in the next five years, the council’s intention is to co-ordinate and accelerate hydrogen investment and deployment in all sectors.

Although there are issues of customer acceptance that will take time to solve, there is an expectation that by the mid- to late-2020s we will see hydrogen power reach the mainstream – a significant shift in the energy sector brought about by growing economic, political and environmental pressure.
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23.08.2018 kl 10:26 2906

Toyota sier, STOP BRING UP OLD NEWS USLESS MRS BOND, LORDEN, BROKER.
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24.08.2018 kl 08:32 2772

En fin videopresentasjon av Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell og den herlige FC teknologi:
https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2018/08/22/what-do-hydrogen-fuel-cells-mean-for-the-future-of-steam/
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24.08.2018 kl 08:56 2619

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27.08.2018 kl 11:52 2408

New Lexus LF-FC fuel cell concept to go on sale before 2020
Luxurious saloon concept features hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain and previews a future range-topping saloon

Matt Burt
by Matt Burt
18 February 2016

The Lexus LF-FC hydrogen fuel cell concept will spawn a production version that will go on sale before 2020, the company has confirmed.
Speaking at the launch of the LC500h hybrid performance coupé, company officials confirmed that Lexus and Toyota boss Akio Toyoda wants the car on sale by the end of the decade.

The concept, first revealed at the Tokyo motor show last year, is said to 'offer a peek into the design and technology direction of the brand's future flagship sedan'.
A hydrogen fuel-cell electric powertrain powers the LF-FC concept, with one motor driving the rear wheels and electricity being sent to two in-wheel electric motors at the front. Lexus says the concept's drive system allows it to precisely distribute torque to all four wheels, resulting in 'exceptional dynamic handling and superior road stability'.

The firm says placing the fuel cell stack at the rear of the car - with the power control unit at the front and hydrogen storage tanks in a 'T' configuration - allow for 'optimal' weight distribution for a sports saloon.
Griselekker FC bil fra Lexus:
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-lexus-lf-fc-fuel-cell-concept-go-sale-2020
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28.08.2018 kl 20:19 2282

Toyota's New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Has a 300-Mile. Toyota is one of the few automakers actively pushing hydrogen fuel cell technology into the mainstream. Already, it’s said that it wants to bring the costs of FCVs down by 2025, thus making them more accessible to more people. Meanwhile, its new hydrogen fuel cell truck prototype now has an increased range of 300 miles.
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Last April, Toyota tested its Project Portal Alpha truck for almost 10,000 miles with real-world operations around the Long Beach and Los Angeles ports. The truck emitted nothing but water vapor and weighed 80,000 pounds with over 670 horsepower and 1,325 lb-ft of torque from two Mirai fuel cell stacks and a 12kWh battery. It had a range of over 200 miles per fill.
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Looking to the future - Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology from Toyota
In our previous blog, we introduced you to Lithium-ion technology which is now available in a range of our trucks. This week we would like to introduce you to an area that we are looking to explore as a future energy option, Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology.

First of all, Hydrogen fuel cell technology works by Hydrogen and Oxygen combining to release electrical energy. The ultimate by-product of this is water, which means it produces zero emissions.
Internal combustion engine forklift trucks provide high levels of productivity and quick refuelling, however, they give off carbon dioxide (CO2) exhaust emissions which create an environmental challenge. Similarly, Electric forklifts provide high levels of productivity, but do not produce any CO2 emissions. However, battery recharging on electric trucks takes from 6-12 hours, meaning the truck is either unavailable or battery exchange is required to provide continuous availability.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology has the potential to address all of the above concerns by providing a productive truck and refuelling in a matter of minutes for continuous use. It also does not produce any CO2 exhaust emissions, ensuring that it is environmentally friendly.
There are, however, many challenges that need to be met in order for Hydrogen Fuel Cell to become a mainstream fuel in the future. These include producing sufficient quantities of hydrogen in a cost-effective way, as well as developing an infrastructure for the supply of hydrogen at point of use for trucks, which can be costly. We’re committed to overcoming these challenges, and we have partnered with Plug Power to do so. Subject to a full site survey, we can provide the solutions for getting the infrastructure in place to supply hydrogen enabling Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology to be used and ensuring a higher return on investment for those wishing to implement the technology.

The Beta truck, which keeps the same HP and torque figures, has extended the range to 300 miles per fill. It also is more maneuverable and versatile, since Toyota added a sleeper cab and a unique fuel cabinet layout that increases cab space without affecting the wheelbase.
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NorthwestToyota@NorthwestToyota, Aug 23

Toyota is hard at work developing fuel cell tech. Here’s what you need to know: http://fal.cn/VPM9 #toyotamirai #policarogroup
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Nobody can accuse Toyota of putting all their eggs in the same basket. Despite being the uncontested leader in hybrid vehicle tech, the manufacturer has also been heavily invested in another kind of green developments. With the recent arrival of the Mirai, Toyota proved that fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) were a viable alternative to fossil fuel.

Slipping through the air for a quieter ride and increased efficiency. #Mirai #LetsGoPlaces
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Having been working on FCVs since the 90s, Toyota was confident that the Mirai would work well; now, with an ever-growing refueling network, they are ready for the next chapter in the democratization of this technology.
First, let’s take a few lines to explain exactly how fuel cell vehicles work and why Toyota thinks they are worth the investment.
Instead of using gasoline, FCVs use hydrogen to power themselves. Being the most abundant element in the universe, hydrogen is very easy to find. So how do they convert this element into motion? Basically by extracting electricity out of the molecules. We could spend most of this text talking about the complicated science of the whole process, but we’ll instead simplify it: FCV basically work just like electric vehicles, but the battery is replaced by a hydrogen fuel cell. Once the electricity has been extracted, what’s left is simply dumped on the ground. But here’s the amazing thing: the only byproduct of this chemical reaction is H2O, more commonly known as water!
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Looking to the future - Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology from Toyota $Plug https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/about-toyota/about-us/news-and-editorials/looking-to-the-future---hydrogen-fuel-cell-technology-from-toyota/