Enhancing Fuel Cell Production Quality with Vision Inspection Technology

Presented by Michelle Sullivan, Dr. Schenk Industrial Surface Inspection

In the chase for clean energy, the production of fuel cells is becoming at the forefront as the push for manufacturing ramps up. Improving durability and reducing costs are a few of the challenges in getting fuel cell applications to grow worldwide. The manufacturing of fuel cells must continue to lower production costs and increase mass production rates to enable commercialization and expand the use in more consumer applications.

Vision inspection technology can enhance roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing processes for fuel cell applications. Quality control is critical for the fuel cell components, such as catalyst layers, membrane electrode assemblies (MEA), and gas diffusion layers (GDL). Addressing common production challenges, we illustrate the potential of vision inspection systems to detect defects and ensure consistency. Using vision inspection technology can improve quality control, increase efficiency, improve cost savings, and advance mass production.
As AI and machine learning advancements drive the evolution of vision inspection, the potential to revolutionize roll-to-roll (R2R) fuel cell production increases significantly. By integrating these cutting-edge solutions, we can significantly enhance the quality and efficiency of fuel cell manufacturing, driving the clean energy revolution forward.