Fuel cell technology and automobiles.

Fuel Cell Automobile Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology Fuel cell technology in cars is a new and upcoming technology emerging in society today. Currently, the only application in which it is being used is in the NASA space program. The fuel cell works by converting chemical energy into electrical energy and heat, as long as there is sufficient fuel present to supply the reactions. This allows the batteries to recharge themselves continuously, cutting the amount …

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