Turboblower optimized for man-portable fuel cells

Mesoscopic Devices proposes to develop an innovative fuel cell air delivery system that is smaller, 50% more efficient than competing approaches and produces less than one-quarter of the noise of conventional diaphragm compressors. Advanced air delivery systems using our approach will reduce the size of portable power systems and increase efficiency through reductions in parasitic power draw and increases in stack performance. Advances in warfighter's capabilities are being driven by enhanced electronics which require power levels that can best be supplied by fuel cell generators. Our advanced air delivery system will reduce the size, increase the efficiency and reduce the noise of these generators. Phase I will demonstrate feasibility through advanced component modeling and hardware demonstration. We will also evaluate manufacturing options in Phase I to provide a low-cost path to commercialization for military and consumer applications.