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The article delves into Mercedes-Benz's innovative testing of a hydrogen-powered Unimog U 430, which is part of the WaVe project. This prototype, equipped with a gas engine converted to run on hydrogen, produces 231 kW and offers a maximum torque of 1000 Nm. The vehicle is designed to carry four high-pressure hydrogen tanks, holding a total of around 14 kg of gaseous hydrogen. The project aims to investigate the viability of hydrogen combustion engines as a complement to battery-electric and fuel cell-based drives. Initial results suggest that hydrogen combustion engines could be a sensible solution for specific applications. Additionally, the article discusses the broader implications of the COP28 final agreement and the role of synthetic fuels in achieving climate-neutral energy generation and use.

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Title: springerprofessional.com
Publication date: 01-02-2024
Publisher: Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden
Published in: MTZ worldwide / Issue 2-3/2024
Electronic ISSN: 2192-9114
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s38313-024-1578-0

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