{"id":131365,"date":"2024-02-21T15:24:52","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T19:54:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/noticias\/heavy-duty-electric-hydrogen-model-truck\/"},"modified":"2024-02-21T16:02:06","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T20:32:06","slug":"heavy-duty-electric-hydrogen-model-truck","status":"publish","type":"noticias","link":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/en\/news\/heavy-duty-electric-hydrogen-model-truck\/","title":{"rendered":"Heavy Duty Truck Transformed into Hydrogen Electric Powerhouse"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An unusual request received by a Dutch company has led to the creation of a hydrogen-powered heavy truck<\/strong>, a challenge that has resulted in an innovative solution for sustainable transportation.<\/p>\n\n

Indeed, Holthausen Clean Technology<\/a><\/strong>based in the Netherlands, has responded to the demand of carriers seeking sustainable alternatives for their fleets, overcoming the limitations of diesel trucks<\/a><\/strong> in terms of fuel supply and autonomy. The company specializes in adapting new technologies based on alternative fuels to make them more efficient and economically viable for transportation companies.<\/p>\n\n

Recently, this company accepted a challenge from a Swedish transporter (which has not been identified) to develop a heavy truck capable of carrying up to 60 tons<\/strong>. This vehicle not only had to be powerful and have a long range, but also be completely non-polluting. The model selected for this project was a new generation DAF XF.<\/p>\n\n

DAF XF: from heavy-duty truck to hydrogen electric truck<\/h2>\n\n

Holthausen’s work focused on converting this vehicle into a hydrogen electric truck<\/strong>, equipped with a fuel cell that generates electricity from hydrogen and emits water instead of polluting gases. This approach provides a 100% clean propulsion solution.<\/p>\n\n

The modified DAF XF features a lengthened chassis, designed for long-haul logistics, but with one notable absence: the traditional diesel engine was replaced by an electric motor powered by electricity generated by the hydrogen fuel cell.<\/p>\n\n

The most striking feature of the truck, apart from its vibrant red color, is the considerable number of hydrogen tanks installed behind the cab<\/strong>. In total, three triple racks house 18 tanks, plus two more on the chassis. With these tanks completely filled, the truck can travel approximately 1,400 km without refueling, offering a total power output of 450 kW, equivalent to 612 horsepower.<\/p>\n\n

Importantly, Holthausen has also incorporated special temperature management systems to ensure optimal truck operation in cold Arctic conditions, including cab heating and temperature control for the fuel cell system components.<\/p>\n\n

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Source: <\/a>transportemundial.com.ar<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Isbel Lazaro, February 21, 2024.
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