First responders need reliable and long-lasting communications, sensors, and other portable electronics devices. Police, fire, and other first responder personnel often have to operate in environments where power is unavailable for long period of time. Their reliance on communications and related devices is absolute and often a matter of life or death.
These devices require a dependable, lightweight, compact power source to extend operational runtimes. In addition, the electronic equipment and power sources need to be able to perform reliably under harsh operating conditions in the field.
Neah Power’s patented silicon-based fuel cell is expected to address these fundamental issues and provide a superior power source for all sorts of first responder applications.
Instant “Recharge” for Continuous Computing
Importantly, first responders can benefit from the ability to continuously run their electronic equipment without the need to wait for recharging. Fuel cells can produce power as long as a fuel source is provided. When one fuel cartridge is exhausted, a first responder could simply pop it out and insert another one to continue the power supply. Instead of carrying multiple batteries or finding a way to recharge their batteries, first responders would only need to carry only one fuel cell and several lightweight fuel cartridges for continuous power capability.
