History

1920s - Charles Garrett:

In the 1920s, Charles Garrett, an inventor and engineer, made significant claims about water-powered vehicles. Garrett proposed a technology that he believed could convert water into a fuel usable by internal combustion engines. His invention purportedly involved a device that would electrolyze water, splitting it into hydrogen and oxygen, and then use this hydrogen as fuel. He claimed that this process could dramatically increase fuel efficiency and reduce dependence on traditional fuels. Despite his ambitious assertions, Garrett’s technology faced skepticism from the scientific community and was never widely adopted. His experiments were hindered by technical challenges and a lack of empirical support. The broader scientific consensus at the time doubted the feasibility of his claims due to the energy requirements of electrolysis. Garrett’s work did not achieve commercial success, and his inventions did not penetrate the mainstream automotive market. His efforts, however, contributed to the ongoing exploration of alternative fuel technologies. Although largely forgotten today, Garrett’s early work laid groundwork for future innovation in water-based fuel concepts.

Electrolysis Advancements:

Inventors experimented with water gas, a mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide, produced by reacting steam with hot carbon. This process was primarily used in industrial applications rather than automotive sectors.

1970s - Hydrogen Vehicles:

During the oil crises of the 1970s, there was renewed interest in alternative fuels, including hydrogen. Some inventors and researchers began exploring hydrogen as a fuel, often using electrolysis to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. However, these early attempts faced challenges related to efficiency, cost, and storage.

1990s - Stanley Meyer:

Stanley Meyer was an American inventor who gained attention in the 1990s for his claim of developing a "water fuel cell," a device he alleged could power a car using only water. He believed that by splitting water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis, his invention could harness the resulting hydrogen as fuel. Meyer's technology was presented as a potential alternative to traditional gasoline engines, promising reduced reliance on fossil fuels. His invention attracted significant public interest, leading to media coverage and investment. However, scientific scrutiny revealed that his claims lacked solid evidence, and experts argued that his device violated the laws of thermodynamics. Meyer faced legal challenges, including being sued for fraud by investors. In 1996, an Ohio court ruled against Meyer, deeming his water fuel cell to be a hoax. He died under mysterious circumstances in 1998, which fueled conspiracy theories. Despite his controversial legacy, Meyer continues to be a topic of interest in alternative energy circles.

Hydro Car

Hydro Car was built from 19th April to 26th April in 2024 but it was not an easy task. The planning for Hydro Car took us more than three years. The plan of building a Hydro Car first came from the President when he was studying about electrolysis process. The outcomes of this process made him think about a car that can run using water but at that time there were many complications. The major complication was about the electrolysis process which he was able to overcome in 2022. In 2023, he enrolled his two team members to the project who helped him make the design, manage the budget, and plan the 'Hydro Car'. While building the demo prototype, another member joined the team and everyone helped to build the first demo of the car. Hydro Car Project won prizes in 'Notre Dame National Math Festival', 'National Science and Innovation Carnival (BISC)', '6th JUSC National Science Festival' and 'National Science and Technology Festival (Dhaka University Science Society "DUSS")'

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