Question 1

Why does the engine run cooler when the air intake is enriched with H₂ + O₂?

Accepted Answer

Combustion becomes more efficient. Hydrogen accelerates ignition, and oxygen improves local O₂ availability, shortening combustion time and reducing wasted heat.

Question 2

Why does the system increase vehicle range?

Accepted Answer

More complete combustion means more usable energy per cycle, allowing more miles/kilometers per tank.

Question 3

Why does specific fuel consumption decrease?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen promotes ignition and oxygen accelerates the reaction, reducing wasted fuel.

Question 4

Why is hydrogen generated on demand instead of stored?

Accepted Answer

Storage through high-pressure or cryogenic systems are costly, and risky. PEM electrolysis produces H₂ + O₂ safely in real time.

Question 5

Why is the system compatible with diesel, gasoline, and CNG engines?

Accepted Answer

The system does not alter the primary fuel or engine architecture; it acts as a combustion additive.

Question 6

Why doesn't the system produce NOx spikes like pure hydrogen experiments?

Accepted Answer

Dosing is minimal and controlled by the microcomputer; diesel moderates combustion temperature.

Question 7

Why is a microcomputer needed to control the system?

Accepted Answer

The microcomputer synchronizes dosing with engine load, reading RPM, MAP, intake temperature, and throttle position.

Question 8

Why does the system reduce pollutant emissions?

Accepted Answer

360ES-PEM complete combustion reduces CO, HC, and particulate matter.

Question 9

Why does the system improve engine maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Cleaner combustion means fewer carbon deposits, cleaner oil, and longer service intervals.

Question 10

Why is the system scalable for fleet deployment?

Accepted Answer

Installation is non-invasive and operation is autonomous, enabling easy replication across fleets. 1-2 hours per install with a trained technician.

Question 11

Why is this system strategic for energy transition?

Accepted Answer

The 360ES-PEM upgrades existing vehicles into cleaner, more efficient platforms without full electrification.

Question 12

Why is water used as the energy source?

Accepted Answer

Drinking water is used because it is inexpensive and highly useful based on its dense energy properties. 1 liter of water yields ~4.4 kWh of usable energy via PEM electrolysis which makes it suitable to accommodate around 2000 miles before requiring a refill. Please note the 360ES-PEM alerts you when water levels reduce to 50% or less.

Question 13

What is a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) and how does it separate H₂ and O₂?

Accepted Answer

A PEM allows protons (H⁺) to pass while blocking gases. Electrolysis splits H₂O into H₂ and O₂ at low pressure.

Question 14

Is there a risk of water leaking into the engine?

Accepted Answer

No. A water-gas separator and filters ensure only gases enter the intake. Sensors shut down the system if anomalies occur.

Question 15

Is there pressure in the hose that supplies H₂ + O₂?

Accepted Answer

The system operates at low atmospheric pressure, just enough to flow into the intake manifold.

Question 16

Why is H₂ + O₂ introduced through the engine’s air intake?

Accepted Answer

The intake manifold mixes air before combustion. Injecting here ensures an even homogeneous mixture.

Question 17

What is the relationship between H₂ + O₂ and the air entering the combustion chamber?

Accepted Answer

H₂ increases flame speed and stabilizes ignition. O₂ enriches the mixture locally. Both improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions.

Question 18

Why is the system safer than pure hydrogen injection experiments?

Accepted Answer

It prevents overdosing, and the primary fuel moderates combustion temperature.

Question 19

How much electrical energy does the system consume?

Accepted Answer

<10 A @ 24 V DC (~240 W), negligible compared to fuel savings (hundreds of MJ).

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