Bosch will be presenting a number of hydrogen components at the IAA in Hannover. 

The German equipment manufacturer believes that hydrogen is an ideal complement to the battery for long rides. The group is developing two technologies: the fuel cell and the combustion engine.

The company already has a 200-kilowatt fuel cell system in large-scale production. It is currently working on a module that will be even more compact, with an increased output of 300 kilowatts. In addition to the fuel cell, Bosch also offers individual system components and sub-modules, as well as components for hydrogen storage systems, providing every customer with the right solution.

The hydrogen engine is the company’s other speciality. At the beginning of 2024, the EU also recognised this solution as climate-neutral, says Bosch. Derived from diesel and natural gas engines, it allows engine manufacturers to use more than 90% of existing development and production technologies. As for Bosch, it is developing the key components of the hydrogen engine’s injection system, including a new injector for direct injection that requires no additional lubrication and is scheduled for launch in 2026. The first hydrogen engines equipped by Bosch with intake manifold injection are scheduled for 2025.

In the field of storage, the ITK Engineering subsidiary advises vehicle manufacturers throughout the development process, from the design to the implementation of a safe and certified tank. When designing systems, the company also relies on digital twins for physical simulation to achieve maximum safety and efficiency.

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Article written by Laurent Meillaud and translated by Logan King