Ask HN: Is there a fuel cell expert out there?
Sorry to message everyone — I apologize. I am working on an open-source VTOL with flight mode with a payload of 200kg to travel around 100 miles.
We plan to make the bill of materials, blueprints, 3D parts (for printing) and other essentials available. We are targeting poor countries without road infrastructure.
We have a very good design in place, but the one element missing is a 50kW to 110 kW PEM hydrogen fuel cell in which the hydrogen is at 5,000 psi (not cryogenically stored).
We are in need of a PEM fuel cell expert that can connect us with the right manufacturers. We need a ~50-to-100kg fuel cell with ~100kW (i.e.: something like the Toyota Mirai). So far vendors take forever and are taking us through loops to even get a price or s spec. We are based in Los Angeles. If you can help, we would love you.
Also, if you’d like to help us, we welcome everyone. My email is somid3 !a!t! gmail