Part 1 – Technology and Environmental Impact Transport is changing. As the world looks for green, sustainable long term alternatives to fossil fuels, we’re seeing electric vehicle technology becoming more prevalent in road, rail, sea and air applications. Two technologies are driving much of this transformation: lithium ion batteries, and hydrogen fuel cells. At AMS [...]
There’s a great deal going on across all of our markets at the moment. We thought it would be useful to produce a round-up of some of our most engaged curated content during the last month. Check back next month for August’s top content or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn to keep up-to-date. Medical [...]
European hydrogen fuel cell specialists, Pragma Industries, has successfully increased the maximum range of its pioneering hydrogen fuel cell bike by 50%, using one of our advanced, high-pressure gas cylinders. A fleet of its fuel cell Alpha bikes will now be heading to the G7 World Summit, to provide sustainable transport for journalists covering the [...]
Specialist drone manufacturer, SKYCORP, has successfully doubled the maximum flight times of e-Drone Zero, Europe’s first hydrogen powered drone, to two hours, by using a new, ultra-lightweight gas cylinder from AMS Composite Cylinders. The e-Drone Zero is a powerful, long endurance quadcopter designed for the commercial market. It features a compact, custom military grade frame, and is [...]
Drone technology is advancing quickly. Until recently, the vast majority of consumer drones have been powered by traditional lithium batteries, but in the quest for greater range, running time and loadbearing capacity, manufacturers are shifting their focus towards hydrogen fuel cells. This year alone, several companies have brought hydrogen drones to market – heralding a [...]
Are we set for a hydrogen powered transport network? In the future, will we all be travelling on hydrogen powered planes, trains and automobiles? In this final part of our in-depth series on hydrogen powered vehicles (check out parts 1, 2 and 3 for more), AMS Composite Cylinders Director Steve Langron looks to the future [...]
Is hydrogen really the fuel of the future? Will our service stations offer ‘hydrogen pumps’ alongside petrol and diesel in the near future? Can hydrogen bridge the gap and catch up with the EV charging network? As we look for ways of reducing carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels, Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles [...]
As the automotive industry looks towards environmentally friendly, sustainable solutions, Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (HFCEV) are becoming an increasingly common sight on the world’s roads. Last month on the blog, AMS Composite Cylinders Director Steve Langron took a look at some of the pros and cons of hydrogen powered cars– examining how the technology [...]
“Hydrogen fuel cell is so bullshit…it’s suitable for rockets, but not for cars.” Elon Musk – 2013 These eloquent words from the world’s premier tech pioneer, entrepreneur and Tesla tech founder typify the opinions of many on hydrogen as a fuel source. The old joke goes that hydrogen is the fuel of the future, and [...]
There is a complex relationship between pressurised gas cylinders and fire. On the one hand, pressurised oxygen can pose a real fire risk, and home users of medical oxygen need to be aware of the hazard, and take steps to minimise risk. On the other hand, pressurised breathing air is essential to firefighters in their [...]