Based in London, RFC Power are enabling the transition to 100% renewable energy by developing ‘the world’s lowest cost flow battery’. Their hybrid regenerative fuel cell uses a unique chemistry which gives their system a low cost, high efficiency and long lifetime. As the RFC flow battery uses an innovative new approach, it also requires a new method to measure the amount of charge stored in the battery.
The electrochemistry group at NPL is a global leader in making measurements on hydrogen technologies and has years of experience developing measurement techniques that combine electrochemical and spectroscopy measurements. Through the programme, RFC Power were able to access this expertise and the specialist facilities at NPL to support the development of new methods for characterising RFC’s battery system. This improved understanding of the technology will accelerate the development of the technology and enable the team to secure further investment required to bring a reliable product to market in the shortest time possible.
