RockeTruck Demonstrates Newest Gasoline Cell-Powered Generator
On October 29, 2025, Cleantech San Diego member RockeTruck, a developer and producer of superior energy era and conversion merchandise, demonstrated a brand new electrical generator powered by hydrogen gasoline cell expertise on the Cal State LA campus.
This marked the primary public unveiling of the novel “Cell Gasoline Cell Generator” (MFCG), which makes use of an automotive gasoline cell manufactured by American Honda Motors Firm, Inc. to generate electrical energy on a cell platform. RockeTruck developed the MFCG in collaboration with Cal State LA to ship electrical energy when electrical energy from the grid just isn’t out there. The generator will probably be used to energy houses and companies throughout grid energy outages brought on by emergencies reminiscent of wildfires, to supply electrical energy for big outside leisure venues, and to ship standby backup energy for important amenities reminiscent of hospitals and knowledge facilities.
“Cal State LA is happy to host the primary public demonstration of RockeTruck’s superb new electrical generator,” mentioned Professor David Blekhman, who manages the Hydrogen Analysis and Fueling Facility (HRFF) the place the MFCG will probably be showcased on Oct. 29. The general public occasion will happen from 1 to 4 p.m. and can embody a reside demonstration of the MFCG’s potential to ship energy to recharge important gadgets starting from cell telephones to electrical autos.
“RockeTruck appreciates the help of Cal State LA, Honda, and our many different growth companions,” mentioned Jurgen Schulte, RockeTruck chief engineer and principal designer of the compact generator to be demonstrated, which is sufficiently small to be transported within the mattress of a Ford F-350 pickup truck. Different RockeTruck companions contributing to MFCG growth embody Southern California Edison, San Diego Gasoline & Electrical Firm, and Southern California Gasoline Firm, with public funding supplied by the California Power Fee, U.S. Division of Power, and L.A.’s South Coast Air High quality Administration District.
RockeTruck additionally introduced that it’s now taking business orders for the MFCG, for deliveries beginning within the second quarter of 2026. The corporate plans to construct a big fleet of turbines primarily based on the MFCG design to energy outside occasions throughout the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Video games (LA28).
RockeTruck, a privately held firm based in 2020 and primarily based in Escondido, CA, additionally develops and manufactures superior energy converters, solid-state transformers, and vitality administration controls.
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