Fuel Cells: Powering Spacecraft into the Future
Fueling the Future: How Fuel Cells are Powering Space Exploration Space exploration is a constant race against limitations. We need powerful, reliable, and lightweight sources of energy to propel our spacecraft, operate instruments, and sustain astronauts on long missions. While traditional chemical batteries have served us well, they face inherent drawbacks like limited capacity and lifespan. Enter fuel cells – a revolutionary technology poised to become the next generation power source for space travel. Fuel Cells: A Clean and Efficient Powerhouse: Unlike batteries that store energy, fuel cells generate it continuously through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen. This reaction produces electricity, water vapor as a byproduct, and significant heat. The beauty of this technology lies in its efficiency...