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This technology is a power-dense, JP-5 fueled Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) power plant/Integrated Fuel Cell System (IFCS). The system consists of a novel integration of PCI’s JP-5 fuel reforming technology to convert JP-5 into a hydrogen containing gas, and a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stack with proven performance in UAS applications. Implementation on Group 1-3 UAS will increase range and mission duration and support One Fuel Forward policy. Precision Combustion, Inc. (PCI) develops, manufactures, and markets components and systems for clean and efficient power generation and has extensive experience developing and integrating fuel reformers and SOFC stacks for DoD applications. Our goal is to provide the JP-5 fueling system to power and propulsion contractors for integration and supply to UAS prime contractors.

This power dense fuel reformer/fuel cell system for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) enhances range and mission duration and uses logistics fuels. Targeted for Group 1-3 UAS, additional applications include solid oxide fuel cell gensets and vehicle auxiliary power units (APUs).