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easyh2power Secures Funding for Scalable Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Aviation
Original from PanDaily.com: Tsinghua PhD Team Startup easyh2power Develops Hydrogen Fuel Cell Heart for Aircraft: Scalable from 30kW Liquid-Cooled to 300kW Aviation-Grade Systems

easyh2power Secures Funding for Scalable Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Aviation

easyh2power has successfully completed an angel+ funding round worth tens of millions, focusing on the development of hydrogen fuel cell systems. These systems range from 30kW to 110kW and are designed for aviation applications, including a liquid-cooled variant suitable for larger aircraft.

The significance of this development lies in easyh2power's role as a supplier for Comac, contributing to the advancement of hydrogen propulsion technologies. Additionally, the company is working on an air-cooled variant aimed at drones, which boasts an impressive endurance of up to 30 hours of flight time.

Looking ahead, easyh2power's scalable hydrogen fuel cell systems could play a crucial role in the future of sustainable aviation. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.

Editor's Note

The push for hydrogen fuel cells in aviation is gaining momentum, driven by the need for sustainable energy solutions. easyh2power's advancements could significantly impact the supply chain for hydrogen propulsion systems, particularly as demand for eco-friendly aviation technologies increases.

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