Daimler Truck and Linde Engineering debut subcooled liquid hydrogen refueling for heavy trucks
Daimler Truck AG and Linde Engineering India unveil sLH2 technology, revolutionizing hydrogen refueling for heavy-duty trucks, setting a new standard for efficiency and convenience in zero-emission transport
Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany- Daimler Truck AG., and Linde Engineering India Pvt. Ltd. have collaboratively unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in the realm of hydrogen refueling, presenting the sLH2 technology designed for heavy-duty trucks. This jointly developed refueling solution promises numerous advantages over gaseous hydrogen, including higher storage density, extended range, rapid refueling, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced energy efficiency.
The introduction of sLH2 marks a significant step towards establishing a standardized refueling infrastructure for hydrogen-powered trucks. Through an ISO standard, Daimler Truck and Linde Engineering aim to make this technology openly accessible to all stakeholders, with the first public sLH2 fuel station inaugurated in Wörth am Rhein, Germany.
Andreas Gorbach, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG, underscored the importance of achieving zero-emission transport, emphasizing the need for suitable vehicles, infrastructure, and cost parity with diesel trucks. With sLH2, hydrogen refueling becomes as convenient as diesel refueling, offering a 10 to 15-minute refueling time for a range exceeding 1,000 kilometers.
Juergen Nowicki, CEO of Linde Engineering, highlighted the efficiency and practicality of sLH2 as a CO2-neutral alternative to diesel, emphasizing its role in ensuring the resilience of supply chains.
The sLH2 technology simplifies the refueling process while delivering superior performance. It utilizes an innovative sLH2 pump to slightly increase hydrogen pressure, resulting in a robust refueling process with minimal energy loss and simplified communication between the station and vehicle.
The newly unveiled sLH2 refueling station in Wörth am Rhein sets a benchmark for energy efficiency and performance, consuming significantly less energy compared to conventional hydrogen refueling methods. Its compact design allows for multiple dispensers and back-to-back refueling, with a storage capacity of four tons of liquid hydrogen.
Daimler Truck and Linde Engineering aspire to establish sLH2 as the industry standard for hydrogen refueling, promoting transparency and openness around the technology's interfaces. They urge other stakeholders to adopt this liquid hydrogen standard, facilitating the development of a global mass market for hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks.
