POWER CONTROL UNIT (PCU)
The PCU controls energy output by deciding when to use stored energy from the battery or draw directly from the fuel cell stack.
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Imagine a vehicle so clean that it emits only water from its tailpipe. That’s the power and potential of Toyota’s revolutionary hydrogen fuel cell electric (FCEV) technology. Brought to life in the Toyota Mirai.
Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe. And that’s just the start of what makes it such an ideal power source.
When hydrogen is made using renewable energy, it is completely carbon-free. When used to power an FCEV, like Mirai, the only tailpipe emission is water vapour.
Electricity is produced onboard, and supplied to the electric motor as needed. Excess energy is stored in a compact battery pack.
There’s no need to change your driving habits. Where refuelling infrastructure exists, simply fill the hydrogen fuel tank and you are ready to enjoy zero emissions driving at its finest.
Toyota’s revolutionary fuel cell stack creates the electricity that drives the vehicle through a chemical reaction between hydrogen that is stored on board, and oxygen from the atmosphere.
POWER CONTROL UNIT (PCU)
The PCU controls energy output by deciding when to use stored energy from the battery or draw directly from the fuel cell stack.
ELECTRICAL MOTOR
Press the accelerator pedal and electricity from the fuel cell stack is sent to the motor.
FUEL CELL STACK
In the fuel cell stack, hydrogen and oxygen from the air combine in a chemical reaction that creates electricity to power the electric motor.
BOOST CONVERTER
Uses the same battery as a Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicle, increasing the voltage to 650 volts, enhancing performance and making more efficient use of the electric motor.
BATTERY
Energy, recaptured during braking, is used to recharge the battery, and assist when high power is required, such as during acceleration.
HYDROGEN TANKS
Hydrogen is pumped into the vehicle and stored in carbon-fibre reinforced, polymer lined tanks, designed for safe fuel storage.
Now in its 2nd generation, Toyota Mirai combines exceptional style with exhilarating zero-emissions performance. Currently available in British Columbia and Quebec.
Mirai features advanced safety innovations, specially designed for hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles.
Our multi-patented, carbon-fiber-wrapped, polymer-lined hydrogen tanks, are built in a three-layer structure and absorb five times the crash energy of steel.
To prevent hydrogen from traveling to potentially damaged systems outside of the tank, the system automatically shuts the tank’s hydrogen output valve.
All hydrogen-related parts are located outside the cabin and designed to help ensure leaked hydrogen doesn’t build up.
Since hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it rapidly disperses, reducing the potential for damage in the event of an ignition.
Our multi-patented, carbon-fiber-wrapped, polymer-lined hydrogen tanks, are built in a three-layer structure and absorb five times the crash energy of steel.
To prevent hydrogen from traveling to potentially damaged systems outside of the tank, the system automatically shuts the tank’s hydrogen output valve.
All hydrogen-related parts are located outside the cabin and designed to help ensure leaked hydrogen doesn’t build up.
Since hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it rapidly disperses, reducing the potential for damage in the event of an ignition.
Toyota Mirai comes with the same basic warranty as every Toyota vehicle, backed up with additional Limited Warranty Coverages.
Toyota Mirai comes with the same basic warranty as every Toyota vehicle, backed up with additional Limited Warranty Coverages.
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