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DHS Fuel Cell Team Exhibit in Top 5 at 2016 World Maker Faire
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The Darien High School Fuel Cell Team exhibit was named among the top five this month at the 2016 World Maker Faire. The team was among thousands of spectators, engineers, teachers, students, and exhibitors at the New York Hall of Science this October. The student team shared their fuel cell car, gave a presentation about advancements in alternative energy, and noted their success at the Shell Eco-Marathon.
The car which has a carbon fiber shell and aluminum framing, has one seat for a driver. For maximum efficiency, the car runs between 20 to 30 miles per hour and can travel for a distance of approximately 60 miles.