Engineering:Mahindra HyAlfa
The Mahindra HyAlfa or Mahindra Hy-Alfa is a hydrogen internal combustion auto rickshaw produced by Mahindra and Mahindra Limited.[1][2]
Overview
It was first introduced in 2006, and then showcased again at the World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2009; and again in Delhi Auto Expo 2012.[3]
The development of the hydrogen-powered rickshaw happened with support from the International Centre for Hydrogen Energy Technologies. It was designed and tested by experts at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.
The Hy-Alfa is available in both passenger (3–seater) and in cargo versions.[citation needed]
It currently[when?] has 15 Hy Alfa auto rickshaws on a trial run at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.[citation needed]
The rickshaws are not expected to enter commercial markets until 2020.[citation needed]
Issues
According to the Indian Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), hydrogen energy is at present only at the Research, Development and Demonstration (RD&D) stage.[4] As a result, the number of hydrogen stations may still be low,[5] although much more are expected to be introduced soon.[6][7][8] To overcome this problem of lack of hydrogen refill stations, (other) hydrogen vehicles may use bi-fuel capability, but the Mahindra HyAlfa is not equipped with this.
References
- ↑ India Showcases Hydrogen Fuel Auto-Rickshaws
- ↑ IIT-Delhi scientists develop autos that run on hydrogen; cause negligible pollution
- ↑ Mahindra Showcased Hydrogen-Powered 3-Wheeler at World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2009
- ↑ MNRE: FAQ
- ↑ "H2 stations worldwide". https://www.netinform.net/h2/h2stations/h2stations.aspx.
- ↑ India working on more H2 stations
- ↑ Shell plans to open 1200 fuel stations in India, some of which may include H2 refilling
- ↑ Hydrogen Vehicles and Refueling Infrastructure in India
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