Neah Power methanol-powered fuel cell passes 1000 hours of continuous operation

Thursday, Nov 05, 2009

Neah Power Systems, Inc. , the Company developing fuel cell-based renewable energy solutions for the military and consumer use, announced today that its methanol-powered fuel cell has been generating power for over 1000 hours continuously, further validating
Neah's porous silicon architecture as a viable platform to meet military and consumer power needs. "We are very satisfied thus far with the performance of our unique technology," said Chris D'Couto, Neah President and CEO. "It continues to run and, at this point, even we don't know its limits." In October, Neah had previously announced that it had surpassed 500 hours of operation.

About Neah Power

Neah Power Systems, Inc. is developing long-lasting, efficient and safe power solutions for the military and for portable electronic devices. NEAH uses a unique, patented, silicon-based design for its micro fuel cells that enable higher power densities, lower cost and compact form-factors. The company's micro fuel cell system can run in aerobic and anaerobic modes, and is developing energy storage solutions based on its proprietary porous silicon technology.

Source: Neah