Fuel cell-battery hybrid systems for the powertrain, which have the advantage of emission-
free power generation and adapt to material transport and emission reduction, are
investigated. Based on the characteristics of the fuel cell system and the characteristics of
the electric forklift truck powertrain system, this work defines the design principle of the
control strategy to improve overall performance and economy. A simulation platform for fuel
cell and electric vehicles has been established. The optimal performance of the fuel cell …

Sažetak Material handling vehicles are irreplaceable and widely used in the industry. In
indoor operations and other conditions which have strict requirements, lift trucks, powered
by lead-acid batteries, dominates. The weaknesses of battery modules are a short working
time and a long charging time which result in cost increase. The solution is the high
efficiency, zero emission energy produced with fuel cell. In this work, analysis and
optimization of the fuel cell/battery hybrid system were provided. For the specific application …