The Energy Observer is Able to Power Itself Using Seawater
Daniel Johnson — October 11, 2019 — Autos
References: energy-observer.org & engadget
The Energy Observer is a boat that is able to power its self-using solar panels, wind turbines, and a hydrogen fuel cell. Recently, the Energy Observer made a stop in London as part of a PR tour that began three years ago. One of the prominent organizations that has supported the Energy Observer is Toyota, which believes it can show how hydrogen-powered vehicles can be implemented.
The ship operates with many different power sources. One is a 126kWh battery that powers the motor and supplies power to the crew. However, when battery power is reduced to under 60% of its max, then hydrogen fuel cells are used to cover the rest of the power needs. Since the Energy Observer operates in the ocean, it can use the seawater as a power source.
Image Credit: Toyota
The ship operates with many different power sources. One is a 126kWh battery that powers the motor and supplies power to the crew. However, when battery power is reduced to under 60% of its max, then hydrogen fuel cells are used to cover the rest of the power needs. Since the Energy Observer operates in the ocean, it can use the seawater as a power source.
Image Credit: Toyota
Trend Themes
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Sustainable Shipping — The Energy Observer demonstrates the potential for eco-friendly and self-sustaining shipping practices using renewable energy sources.
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Hydrogen-powered Vehicles — Support from Toyota highlights greater possibilities for implementing renewable hydrogen fuel cells to power vehicles.
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Ocean-based Energy Sources — The utilization of seawater as a power source for a ship indicates potential for developing ocean-based renewable energy technologies.
Industry Implications
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Shipping — Companies in the shipping industry can explore implementing sustainable energy sources and self-sustaining practices inspired by the Energy Observer's technology.
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Automotive — The potential for hydrogen fuel cell technology to power vehicles creates an opportunity for further research and development in the automotive industry.
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Renewable Energy — The innovative use of different renewable energy sources on the Energy Observer can inspire further research and development in the renewable energy industry, particularly in advancing ocean-based energy sources.
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