Freeze of Nozzle, Receptacle During Hydrogen Fueling

We conducted a fueling test with hydrogen gas for a safety evaluation of the nozzle/receptacle at a controlled temperature and humidity. Test results confirmed that the nozzle/receptacle froze under specific conditions. However, freezing did not cause apparatus damage nor hydrogen leakage. The nozzle/receptacle is thus able to fuel safely even if the nozzle/receptacle is stuck due to ice. In addition, we quantified the water volume that causes freezing.