Interesting and ground shattering details of 2014 FCV concept

Honda is conquering the depths of hydrogen fuel cell technology with the construction of 2014 FCV concept car. The 2014 FCV concept car is developed from the second-gen FCX Clarity model scheduled to launch in early 2016. Hydrogen fuel cell is the latest steaming area of full-fledged research and development (R and D).

Honda says the FCV car is smaller than FCX by 33%, and is more powerful by 100kW, which implies 60% greater performance. It is intriguing to learn that the FCV car is smaller to FCX and the theory behind it is the creation of more usable space that can effectively accommodate five occupants. According to the company the higher space compartment will result in greater design depth power with intense hydrogen fuel insertion system. The principle behind the operation of hydrogen fuel cells is the chemical reaction that takes place between hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity. The pioneering development lies in the zero emission technology and majority of the released gas is in the form of vapour.

The whole world is aware of the proficiency of hydrogen powered cars, because of the feasibility of generating a system that required the sourcing of hydrogen fuel cells. The reaction that takes place is the common system that has been known to mankind millions of years ago, where hydrogen and oxygen merge to form electricity that drives the car. It does appear to be a simple and practical concept, but what about the viability power?  Honda is of the view that the availability of hydrogen gas is widespread and can be sources from a range of energy sources; it is a light element that is easily transportable and can also be effectively stored and within a single tank itself the car can cover a vast 700km range, and the refuelling procedure happens in 3 minutes.

Honda’s FCV hydrogen fuel cell is a revolutionary creation that is a reflection of a clean and green future. As mentioned earlier it is an improvement over FCX, the hydrogen filled engine is fitted beneath the bonnet or hood facilitating greater cabin room to seat five occupants, which is a marked improvement over FCX that could fit in four individuals. The earlier FCX car was engineered with the driveability potential of moving 483 kilometers within a three minute fuelling period, and the same time frame of FCV enables a 700km distance.

It will be interesting to view the move ability of Honda FCV on the streets; the company has the verve to dive into the deepest depth of hydrogen fuel cell technology and has even partnered with First Element Fuel to construct twelve hydrogen stations in California. The design structure of the car is stunning and resembles something that emerges out of thin air commonly seen in sci-fi movies. It’s got cutting-edge side ridges and a free flowing roof line, the interior view is displayed on the web as well, and clearly shows the enormous cabin room that seems never ending.

 

The 2014 Honda FCV car is fascinating beyond words and is surely a futuristic piece of engineering.