The chances are good that you have already pulled a dosa cola out of a machine. In contrast, the chance is practically zero that this machine was running without a connector.
It is precisely this fact that was to change with a new model that was recently presented in Japan.It can be seen in public in a few days, more precisely as part of theWorld exhibition in Osakathat begins on April 13, 2025 (viaprtimes.jp).
How does this machine work?
- For the operation of the model developed together with Fuji Electric, Coca-Cola relies on interchangeable hydrogen cartridges.
- They ensure a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen in a fuel cell to create electricity. There is also a battery for storing the energy.
- In addition to electricity, heat and water are created, but CO2 emissions are avoided.
This concept has already presented Toyata for use in kitchens.
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First test run at the world exhibition
As part of the upcoming world exhibition, 58 of these machines will be seen in public. They are particularly special in several ways.
- They stand out because of their size. Due to the lateral generator module, they are clearly more exhausted than previously known sales machines of this kind, as you can also see in the picture at the beginning of this article.
- The models on the Expo also have screens on one side on which the principle of function and its advantages for the environment are explained:
Obviously practical in the concept:The machines can also be placed in places where no power supply would be possible via plug. Whether a cola machine is absolutely needed in such places is in turn on another sheet.
Still open questions and other important factors:
- We have not yet known how long the hydrogen cartridges last.
- Important factors are also the exact production and disposal conditions.
- Finally, production should be sufficiently scalable in order to make this type of energy generation a sensible alternative on a broad basis.
Despite a certain question mark and possible hurdles in the implementation, the concept is still interesting from our point of view, possibly (or straight) in other areas than with cola machines.
Let us know in the comments how you think about the idea and whether you would also like a implementation in this country!
