H2range builds compact, air‑cooled hydrogen fuel‑cell systems for micro commercial vehicles (MCV) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). The lightweight cells have few moving parts, tolerate vibration and extreme temperature swings, and deliver power comparable to internal‑combustion engines while offering a longer service life than lithium‑ion batteries.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Micro commercial vehicles (MCV) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) rely on battery power that limits range, incurs high replacement costs, and degrades quickly under vibration and temperature extremes. This hampers the operational efficiency of high‑utilisation commercial fleets and aerial services that need continuous, reliable power.
Solution
H2range provides compact, air‑cooled hydrogen fuel‑cell systems designed specifically for MCV and UAV applications. The cells are lightweight, contain few moving parts, and are engineered to tolerate vibration and wide temperature swings, delivering power comparable to conventional internal‑combustion engines. By using hydrogen as an energy carrier, the systems offer longer service life than batteries and enable near‑continuous operation with rapid refuelling. Through a certified partner network, H2range also supplies low‑cost hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, allowing end‑users to adopt the technology without building their own supply chain.
Target Audience
Primary customers are operators of micro commercial vehicle fleets (e.g., delivery, maintenance, municipal services) and manufacturers of unmanned aerial vehicles seeking high‑utilisation, low‑emission power solutions.
Features
- Air‑cooled design eliminates the need for complex liquid‑cooling systems, reducing weight and maintenance.
- Minimal component count and integrated pre‑heater ensure reliable performance under vibration and extreme temperature variations.
- High power density delivers output comparable to traditional combustion engines while maintaining compact form factor.
- Extended operational lifespan relative to lithium‑ion batteries, lowering total cost of ownership for fleet operators.
- Certified, cost‑effective hydrogen refuelling solutions provided via an established partner network.
- Scalable for mass production with proven reliability from extensive testing and DLR research heritage.