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Nokia Siemens Networks, Ballard Power Systems develop fuel cell backup power for mobile networks

Designed to support mobile networks during and after commercial grid outages Passed NTT DOCOMO evaluation tests and Japan statutory approval for power supply

VANCOUVER, Nov. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Nokia Siemens Networks is working with Ballard Power Systems, Inc. to develop mobile networks that can continue to operate during power blackouts. Japanese operator NTT DOCOMO has evaluated the Nokia Siemens Networks Flexi Multiradio base station with integrated fuel cell* backup for potential commercial deployment. The solution has been installed at a DOCOMO R&D Center test site in Japan's Yokosuka Research Park (YRP).

"Mobile networks can be vital when a natural disaster strikes, and power outages make other forms of communication difficult," said Mark Donaldson, head of mobile broadband energy solutions at Nokia Siemens Networks. "Integrating fuel cells with our base stations can significantly increase the resilience of the mobile networks we provide."

"Our fuel cell systems provide power for extended periods during outages caused by natural calamities and commercial grid failures," said Larry Stapleton, vice president of sales at Ballard. "The collaboration with Nokia Siemens Networks has helped... More