This SAE Recommended Practice identifies and defines the preferred technical guidelines relating to the safe integration of fuel cell system, the hydrogen fuel storage and handling systems as defined and specified in SAE J2579, and electrical systems into the overall Fuel Cell Vehicle. This document relates to the overall design, construction, operation and maintenance of fuel cell vehicles.

Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide mechanical and electrical system safety guidelines, safety criteria and methodologies that should be considered when designing fuel cell vehicles for use on public roads.

Field of Application

This document covers fuel cell vehicles designed for use on public roads.

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