China introduces hydrogen-powered smart train

DNVN - China has just introduced the "CINOVA H2" smart train, which uses hydrogen energy, marking a significant development in the transportation industry, moving towards green energy transition, reducing carbon emissions, and protecting the environment.

China's booth at the International Rail Transport Technology Exhibition 2024 (InnoTrans 2024) in Berlin, Germany, on September 24, 2024. Photo: THX/VNA

The "CINOVA H2" train was unveiled at the International Railway Transport Technology Exhibition 2024 (InnoTrans 2024), held from September 24-27 in Berlin, Germany. The train was developed and manufactured by Qingdao CRRC Sifang Rolling Stock Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China Railway Construction Corporation (CRRC).

Mr. Luong Tai Quoc, the project's chief designer, said the vessel is equipped with hydrogen fuel cells, which operate based on an electrochemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity. Compared to similar products worldwide , the CINOVA H2 is faster and has a longer range.

The train consists of four carriages, equipped with high-capacity 960 kW hydrogen fuel cells, with a top speed of 200 km/h. It boasts the world's longest range: 1,200 km at 160 km/h, 2,000 km at 120 km/h, and 3,000 km at 80 km/h. Refueling with hydrogen takes only 15 minutes. The train can operate in non-electrified railway areas, replacing traditional internal combustion engine vehicles.

Notably, the entire hydrogen fuel cell reaction process on the ship only produces water, with no carbon emissions or air pollutants. With an average operating range of 300,000 km per year, the ship can reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 730 tons annually.

Additionally, water from the fuel cell reaction process is purified and recycled to meet the water needs of the entire train. Waste heat from the hydrogen fuel cell cooling system is also recycled for air conditioning and heating in the winter.

Cao Thong (compiled)

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