Working Towards a Safe Hydrogen-powered Society
New Cosmos Electric's hydrogen detection technology
For the past 40 years, we have been researching and developing gas sensors sensors that can selectively detect hydrogen with high sensitivity for the industrial field. Currently, our gas detection and alarm system are installed in approximately 80% of hydrogen stations installed nationwide, and we are committed to working towards the realization of a safe hydrogen society through the provision of gas detection and alarm system suitable for hydrogen detection.
Hydrogen detector adopted for Toyota's new MIRAI
Hydrogen detectors to ensure the safety of FCVs
Fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) run on hydrogen. In case of a hydrogen leak, they are required to detect hydrogen. Because hydrogen detectors are used as safety components in automobiles, they are required to have a faster response speed and higher durability than conventional gas sensors sensors. Our proprietary catalyst technology has enabled us to achieve both high response and durability, and our mass production technology, which we have cultivated over many years in the manufacture of Residential Gas Alarms, has enabled us to achieve a stable supply of gas sensors, which led to their adoption.
Our gas detection and alarm system are used in approximately 80% of hydrogen stations in Japan
Hydrogen detection technology helps ensure the safety of hydrogen infrastructure
As hydrogen is increasingly used as a new energy source, hydrogen infrastructure, including hydrogen stations, will also increase. In anticipation of the arrival of a hydrogen society, our company began developing hydrogen selectivity hot wire semiconductor sensor about 40 years ago. Our unique technology makes it possible to selectively detect hydrogen at levels of 1000ppm (0.1%) or less, even in places where other gases are present in the vicinity. This gas sensors sensor is installed in the gas alarm installed in the dispenser of hydrogen stations.
Next-generation energy,
Looking ahead to a renewable energy society
Ammonia detection, fire prevention in electrical equipment during power generation
Besides hydrogen, ammonia is another next-generation energy source that does not emit CO2 when used. It is also attracting attention as a fuel for ships and a hydrogen transport medium, and we are developing ammonia sensor suitable for these applications. We also believe that our odor level indicator can be used to predict and detect fire in electrical equipment in the renewable energy field, such as solar panels and wind power generation.
