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Fuel Cells Bulletin 9 part of the US Army's Nett Warrior exercise, Limited User Test (LUT). UltraCell sent several XX25™ 3-Up, XX55™ 3-Up and XX55 fuel cell systems to the tests, to demonstrate their capabilities as an integrated, soldier-portable power generator and battery charger.
Nett Warrior, managed by the US Army's Product Manager Ground Soldier, is a set of soldier-worn, battle tracking technologies that provide dismounted soldiers with increased situational awareness, better reaction time, and reduced risk of fratricide. During the exercises, a Nett Warriorequipped rifle platoon, along with all of its organic radio power consumers, consumed the power of 140 batteries per day.
Rechargeable batteries are a key element of the Nett Warrior system, offering reduced costs and logistics tail, although battery charging in remote conditions can be problematic. UltraCell's 3-Up fuel cell battery charger system can help enable the use of such batteries even in austere conditions.
UltraCell's 3-Up system is an ideal multifunctional solution for an exercise such as PPE and Nett Warrior, as it can provide power for remote, off-grid environments where generating power and recharging electronic devices is crucial. The unit combines UltraCell's existing reformed methanol fuel cell (RMFC) technology and award-winning extended runtime fuel tanks, with Modular Lightweight Load Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) packaging and an innovative Power Director.
The 3-Up is designed to deliver a modular, scalable portable power solution by combining various fuel cell platforms to operate as a customizable system based on the user's needs. Mobility is enhanced by the MOLLE concept, providing convenient personal carriage as well as fast reconfiguration of the system for higher or lower power outputs. This approach is ideal for soldiers in the field, who are required to charge batteries and power a range of electronic equipment including rugged laptops, satellite communications devices, and military radios.
UltraCell has developed methanol-based micro fuel cell technologies and products. Its patented, award-winning portable fuel cell, the XX25, has achieved Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 status, a significant US Army milestone and certification for military use and commercial production.
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