Dubbed H2FIELD-1, the company says the station is capable of producing hydrogen in the field to refuel UAVs of all shapes, sizes and configurations.
Claimed to be able to produce hydrogen anywhere, anytime, H3 Dynamics has said the H2FIELD-1 could provide benefit to hydrogen-powered ships, multi-rotors, vertical take-off and landing UAVs, and fixed wing systems.
The hydrogen production system is hoped to solve accessibility in remote unlocking a logistical barrier for a growing base of hydrogen drone operators in industrial, defence or academic sectors.
Taras Wankewycz, CEO and co-founder at H3 Dynamics, said, “We want to mature hydrogen technology in today’s existing uncrewed aviation market – and that includes working out hydrogen logistics and refuelling systems.”
The system marks H3 Dynamics first foray into hydrogen infrastructure for UAVs from airfields to airports. Last year, H3 Dynamics joined forces with HyLight to develop long-range, hydrogen-electric unmanned airships (UAS).
H3 Dynamics replaced traditional combustion engines with its hydrogen propulsion system, meaning HyLight’s next wave of UAS’ will offer long-range zero-emission flights.
Read more: H3 Dynamics, HyLight developing hydrogen-electric UAS
H3 also begin developing hydrogen-electric UAS’ with Australian manufacturer Carbonix, to align with the country’s decarbonisation plans.
The Singapore-based company’s hydrogen nacelle carries 5kg of cargo and can travel up to 900km on liquid hydrogen fuel and 350km on compressed hydrogen meaning zero-emission aviation.
Read more: H3 Dynamics and Carbonix to develop hydrogen-powered UAS
It is becoming ever clearer that the entire green hydrogen ecosystem requires alignment. Hydrogen’s potential, performance, and safety are proven. Green hydrogen is widely accepted as a core pathway to Net Zero, yet the key levers in the transition are not yet in-sync.
For these reasons, H2 View is launching An Ecosystem for Green Hydrogen, a two and a half day summit in Reykjavík, Iceland on February 28 to March 2, 2023, devoted to thought leadership, insights, and actionable takeaways for the green hydrogen ecosystem.
In a world full of distractions and technical overload, we need inspiring places to refresh our minds and bodies. The power of Iceland lies in its nature, culture, and energy. These elements serve as the perfect backdrop for a memorable and effective event at the world renowned Harpa Centre.
The summit promises to tackle all sides of the energy ecosystem, from wind and solar power requirements, through to additionality, water sustainability, electrolyser technologies, and the investment and policy climate. The 2.5 day event is split over six sessions, delegates will hear from speakers representing all strands of the hydrogen value chain in a bid to unravel key issues in the industry, and where it can make some headway.
You can find more information at h2-viewevents.com.