With the ever-rising price of fossil fuels, it’s no wonder alternative sources
of transportation, such as the hydrogen powered car are getting new look. Cars
that run off hydrogen, rather than gasoline, are cleaner for the environment,
don’t deplete a precious resource and they are not a far off invention.
The hydrogen car’s potential implications for the environment, economy and even
politics make it an interesting idea. These cars just might be the answer to
getting around without wasting a precious, limited resource. And, they just
might help stave off environmental issues as well. But, what are hydrogen cars
and how do they work?
A
hydrogen car is simply one that relies on hydrogen rather than gasoline
for power. There are two basic types: combustion and fuel-cell conversion. Both
are currently in existence, but neither have been moved into full-scale
production for a number of reasons.
The combustion engine is similar to what is used in most automobiles now. It
simply burns fuel to create power. Combustion engines already in existence can
be modified for hydrogen burning.
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