SKI PILOT AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE POWER SUPPLY OF A SKI PILOT

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a snow groomer with a drive system for a tracked undercarriage, comprising an electric drive for each side of the tracked undercarriage, and with an electrical energy source for supplying at least the electric drive systems.

[0002] German utility model DE 20 2013 004 087 U1 discloses a snow groomer with an electric drive for each side of the track. Each side of the track is assigned its own electric motor. A rear-mounted grooming unit is provided, the milling shaft of which is also driven by an electric motor. A battery or a fuel cell system serves as the power source for these electric drives. A hydraulic system can also be operated by an electric motor and a gear pump. An auxiliary battery with a voltage of 24 V is used to power additional electrical consumers such as vehicle lighting and similar equipment.

[0003] US patent US 5,363,937 discloses a snow groomer in which each side of the track is assigned an electric drive. A battery is provided as the electrical power source.

[0004] European patent EP 3 608 150 A1 discloses a snow groomer with an electric drive system. An electric motor, instead of a diesel engine, drives a hydraulic distribution pump, which is then connected to a hydrostatic drive system for the tracked undercarriage. A fuel cell, battery system, or similar device can be used as the vehicle-mounted electrical power source.

[0005] Korean patent application KR 2011 0003940 A discloses a crawler excavator equipped with two electric motors, each driving a drive track. A fuel cell provides electrical energy. A supercapacitor serves as a buffer. A power distribution unit distributes the electrical energy from the fuel cell to the drive motors and, optionally, the supercapacitor. An electric motor may also be provided to drive a hydraulic pump, which then operates the excavator arm and bucket.

[0006] European patent application EP 3 608 151 A1 discloses a snow groomer with a rear-mounted slope preparation unit, wherein the slope preparation unit is electrically driven.

[0007] European patent EP 2 726 316 B1 describes a fuel cell system and a method for controlling the fuel cell system. The fuel cell system includes a compressor for supplying air to the fuel cell.

[0008] German patent application DE 10 2018 202 106 A1 discloses an energy management system for a fuel cell vehicle. The fuel cell vehicle features an eddy current brake to enable braking when the vehicle battery is fully charged.

[0009] European patent EP 2 684 198 B1 discloses a device for storing hydrogen. The device has a storage tank for liquefied hydrogen.

[0010] A fuel cell system is known from European patent application EP 1 182 722 A2. A gimbal suspension of the fuel cell system is mentioned.

[0011] The invention aims to improve a snow groomer with an electric drive system.

[0012] According to the invention, a snow groomer is provided with an electric drive system for a tracked undercarriage, which includes an electric drive for each side of the tracked undercarriage, and with an electrical energy source for supplying at least the electric drive systems, wherein the electrical energy source has at least one accumulator, at least one fuel cell and a power distribution unit, wherein the power distribution unit is electrically connected on the one hand to the at least one fuel cell and the accumulator and on the other hand to the electric drive systems.

[0013] By providing at least one accumulator, at least one fuel cell, and a power distribution unit, the electrical energy required for the electric drive system can be selectively supplied by the fuel cell, the accumulator, or both. For example, the fuel cell provides the base electrical power, and the accumulator is responsible for the power during dynamic operation. During recuperation in braking mode, the electrical energy generated by the electric drive can easily be fed back into the accumulator. This allows for bidirectional energy flow, except in the case of the fuel cell. By providing at least one fuel cell, the electric range can be significantly increased, and the snow groomer according to the invention can be much better adapted to current requirements in pure driving mode or in grooming operation.This is also achieved through the electric drive system, which includes one electric drive for each side of the tracked undercarriage. This allows the electrical energy to be transferred to the tracked undercarriage with lower losses than would be possible with an intermediate hydrostatic drive, which in turn is driven by an electric motor.

[0014] In a further development of the invention, a rear-mounted slope preparation unit is provided, which is driven by means of a first electric drive that is electrically connected to the power distribution unit.

[0015] For example, the slope maintenance unit is designed as a rear-mounted milling unit, and a drive shaft of the rear milling unit is driven by the first electric drive. Additionally, the slope maintenance unit can be equipped with hydraulic cylinders for lifting, lowering, pressing down, or similar functions. Of course, electric actuators can also be used instead of hydraulic components. The electrical energy required for the first electric drive is supplied by the power distribution unit, so that here, too, at least one fuel cell, the battery, and / or the fuel cell and battery can be used together to provide the electrical energy.

[0016] In a further development of the invention, a hydraulic system is provided which is driven by means of a second electric drive which is electrically connected to the power distribution unit.

[0017] The inclusion of a hydraulic system is advantageous because hydraulic components, for example for raising and lowering a snowplow blade or a snow grooming unit, have proven their reliability over many years and function reliably even under the extreme environmental conditions in which snow groomers operate. The second electric drive, which in turn powers a hydraulic pump, is supplied with electrical energy via the power distribution unit. Consequently, the hydraulic system can be powered by either the fuel cell alone, the battery alone, or both.

[0018] In a further development of the invention, a low-voltage electrical network with a voltage in the range of 12 V to 48 V is provided, in particular for operating lights, instruments, control units and the like, wherein the low-voltage network is electrically connected to the power distribution unit.

[0019] Lights, instruments, control units, and the like are readily available for operation in the low-voltage range and have proven their worth for many years, not least under the extreme environmental conditions in which snow groomers operate. Providing a low-voltage electrical network can therefore significantly improve the reliability of the snow groomer according to the invention and also reduce the associated costs. For example, a heater for the driver's cab can also be operated via the low-voltage network. Within the scope of the invention, a cab heater can also be operated at a higher voltage and supplied directly with electrical energy from the power distribution unit. Optionally, solar cells can also be connected to the low-voltage electrical network. Snow groomers generally operate at night and are usually switched off for several hours during the day.Solar cells can then cause or support the charging of a battery in the low-voltage network.

[0020] In a further development of the invention, the low-voltage electrical network includes at least one low-voltage accumulator.

[0021] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit is designed as a high-voltage power distribution unit and operates with a voltage in the range between 100 V and 1000 V, in particular 400 V.

[0022] The higher the voltage of an electrical power supply, the lower the currents for the same electrical power. High-voltage power supplies are particularly advantageous when providing high electrical power, such as that required for an electric drive system for a tracked vehicle, as this allows, for example, a reduction in the required cable cross-sections.

[0023] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit is designed to supply electrical energy from the at least one fuel cell, from the accumulator and / or from a stationary network to the drive systems.

[0024] The power distribution unit allows the required electrical energy or power to be drawn from at least one fuel cell, at least one battery, and / or a stationary grid. This enables a quick and efficient response to the current electrical power demand. For example, the fuel cell can be used to supply a base load, while dynamic power generation is provided via the battery. In special cases, the required electrical energy can also be supplied via a stationary grid, such as when preparing spatially confined snow parks, grooming steep slopes using winch operation, or maintaining ski lift tracks, cross-country ski trails, or footpaths via an overhead line connection.

[0025] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit is designed to supply electrical energy from the at least one fuel cell, from the accumulator and / or from a stationary network to the first electric drive for the slope preparation unit, to the second electric drive for the hydraulic system and / or to the low-voltage network.

[0026] As explained, a cable connection is feasible during winch operation or when working in spatially confined snow parks. The power distribution unit allows control of the supply of electrical energy to individual electrical consumers by utilizing the fuel cell alone, the battery alone, or both the fuel cell and the battery together. During recuperation mode, when electrical energy is fed back into the system, the battery can be charged.

[0027] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit is designed to supply electrical energy from the at least one fuel cell, from the electric drive systems and / or from a stationary network to the accumulator.

[0028] In this way, the battery can be charged using the power distribution unit, even in recuperation mode, when electrical energy is generated by the drive systems.

[0029] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit is designed to supply electrical energy from the at least one fuel cell and / or from the accumulator to a stationary network.

[0030] In this way, the snow groomer can serve as an emergency power generator.

[0031] In a further development of the invention, the power distribution unit supplies the electrical energy required for a base load of the drive systems from the at least one fuel cell to the drive systems, and the power distribution unit supplies the electrical energy required for a peak load of the drive systems from the accumulator to the drive systems.

[0032] In a further development of the invention, a mechanically or hydraulically actuated brake is provided for the track drive.

[0033] Safety can be significantly increased by using a mechanically or hydraulically actuated brake, as a brake is still available even if the electrical system fails.

[0034] In a further development of the invention, an eddy current brake is provided for the chain drive.

[0035] A very sensitive braking action can be achieved using an eddy current brake.

[0036] In a further development of the invention, at least one fuel cell is gimbal-mounted on a vehicle frame of the snow groomer.

[0037] Snow groomers are regularly used in extreme terrain. A gimbal mounting of the fuel cell can then ensure its reliable operation.

[0038] In a further development of the invention, a pre-compressor is provided for compressing ambient air, wherein the compressed air can be supplied to the fuel cell by the pre-compressor.

[0039] In this way, the fuel cell can also be operated at high altitudes with good efficiency and high electrical power.

[0040] In a further development of the invention, each drive side of the track drive is provided with a drive wheel, wherein an electric motor of the electric drive is designed as a wheel hub motor and is arranged in the drive wheel.

[0041] By using such a wheel hub drive, an additional gear stage can be avoided.

[0042] In a further development of the invention, each electric drive has several electric motors on each side of the drive.

[0043] For example, a clamping axis and a drive axis on each side of the drive can be driven, or several motors can be provided on one shaft.

[0044] According to the invention, the at least one fuel cell is operated with hydrogen and at least one hydrogen tank is provided, wherein the hydrogen tank is designed as a pressure storage device, cryogenic tank or storage device for chemically bound hydrogen.

[0045] In a pressure storage tank, hydrogen is stored under high pressure. A cryogenic tank stores highly cooled hydrogen, especially liquid hydrogen. Chemically bound hydrogen can be stored in a solid-state storage tank.

[0046] According to the invention, several cylindrical hydrogen tanks are provided, wherein the several hydrogen tanks are at least partially arranged next to each other and surround the accumulator in a U-shape.

[0047] Cylindrical hydrogen tanks are also known as bottle-shaped hydrogen tanks. These tanks have a circular cylindrical base with hemispherical end pieces. A U-shaped arrangement of several hydrogen tanks, partially surrounding a cuboid or box-shaped battery, saves space. For example, a single unit consisting of the battery and hydrogen tanks can then be designed for easy replacement.

[0048] A method for controlling the electrical power supply of a snow groomer according to the invention is provided, in which the provision of the electrical power required by the electric drive units, the first electric drive for the snow grooming unit and / or the second electric drive for the hydraulic system is provided by means of the power distribution unit, wherein the power distribution unit provides the required electrical power at least as a function of a level of required electrical power from the fuel cells alone, from the accumulator alone or from the fuel cells and the accumulator together to the drive units, the first electric drive and / or the second electric drive.

[0049] For example, the electrical power required for a base load is provided by means of the fuel cell, while the battery is used for the electrical power required in addition to the base load during peak loads and in recuperation mode.

[0050] The fuel cell is controlled by the power distribution unit depending on the electrical power required by the drive systems, the first electric drive and / or the second electric drive.

[0051] Depending on the required electrical power, the power output of the fuel cell can be increased or decreased.

[0052] The fuel cell is controlled by means of the power distribution unit, and electrical energy is supplied from the fuel cell to the battery by means of the power distribution unit depending on the state of charge of the battery.

[0053] In this way, the fuel cell can be used to charge the battery, for example when it is expected that high peak loads will have to be supplied by the battery or when the battery's charge level falls below a level deemed appropriate.

[0054] Further features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the claims and the following description of a preferred embodiment of the invention in conjunction with the drawings. The drawings show: Fig. 1 a schematic overview of the electrical system of the snow groomer according to the invention, Fig. 2 the snow groomer according to the invention in a schematic side view and Fig. 3 the hydrogen tanks and the accumulator of the snow groomer Fig. 2 .

[0055] The schematic representation of the Fig. 1 shows the system architecture of the electrical system of a snow groomer according to the invention.

[0056] The electric drive system has a drive unit 12 for the right side of the bogie. The drive unit 12 comprises a permanent magnet synchronous machine 14 and a voltage and frequency converter 16 for controlling the permanent magnet synchronous machine. The permanent magnet synchronous machine 14 converts electrical energy into motion for a drive chain (not shown) and generates regenerative energy when the chain decelerates. This regenerative energy can then be fed back into the overall system via the voltage and frequency converter 16.

[0057] Furthermore, a drive unit 22 is provided for the drive system on the left side. The drive unit 22 has the same design as the drive unit 12 and comprises a permanent magnet synchronous machine 24 and a voltage and frequency converter 26.

[0058] A drive unit 28 is provided for a slope preparation unit, which is usually located at the rear of a snow groomer. A milling shaft of the slope preparation unit is driven by an electric motor 30, and the drive unit 28 also includes a voltage and frequency converter unit 32.

[0059] Furthermore, an electrical energy source 34 is provided, comprising several fuel cells in a fuel cell stack 36 and several electrical accumulators in a lithium-ion battery 38. In the illustrated embodiment, the fuel cells of the fuel cell stack 36 operate with hydrogen produced from Fig. 1 The hydrogen is supplied to hydrogen tanks not shown. Fuel cells powered by other raw materials can also be used within the scope of the invention. In the illustrated embodiment, the accumulator 38 is designed as a lithium-ion accumulator. Other accumulators besides lithium-ion accumulators can also be used within the scope of the invention.

[0060] The electrical energy source 34 is connected to a high-voltage power distribution unit 40. Electrical energy from the energy source 34 can be supplied to the high-voltage power distribution unit 40, and the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 can supply electrical energy to the electrical energy source 34.

[0061] No electrical energy can be supplied to the fuel cell stack 36, only to the accumulator 38. An arrow symbolizing the energy flow between the accumulator 38 and the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 is therefore bidirectional.

[0062] Electrical energy from the fuel cell stack 36 is supplied to the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 via a DC-DC converter 42. In the illustrated embodiment, the high-voltage power distribution unit operates at a voltage of 700 V, and the voltage level of the fuel cell stack 36 can be adapted to the voltage level of the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 by means of the DC-DC converter 42. The accumulator 38 operates at a voltage of 700 V and consists, in a known manner, of an interconnection of several individual accumulators.

[0063] The high-voltage power distribution unit 40 forms the connection between the electrical energy source 34 and the electrical drive units 12, 22. Electrical energy can be supplied to the two drive units 12, 22 from the energy source 34 via the high-voltage power distribution unit 40, and conversely, electrical energy generated by the drive units 12 can be supplied back to the energy source 34, specifically to the accumulator 38. The high-voltage power distribution unit 40 can control the fuel cell 36 depending on the required electrical power. Consequently, the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 provides electrical energy to the drive units 12, 22 from the fuel cell stack 36 alone, from the accumulator 38 alone, or from the fuel cell stack 36 and the accumulator 38 together.For example, the electrical energy required for the base load of the drive units 12, 22, such as the drive system on level ground, is supplied exclusively by the fuel cell stack 36. Peak loads, which are required by the drive units 12, 22 in addition to the base load, are supplied from the accumulator 38.

[0064] The in Fig. 1 The depicted overall electrical system contains further subsystems that can absorb electrical energy. For example, a second electric drive 50 is provided to drive a hydraulic pump for a hydraulic circuit, which is supplied with electrical energy from the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 via a voltage and frequency converter unit 52.

[0065] Furthermore, an electric drive 54 is provided for an air compressor. Ambient air is compressed by means of the electric drive 54 and supplied to the fuel cell stack 36. In this way, the fuel cells of the fuel cell stack 36 can be operated with high electrical power even at very high altitudes. The electric drive 54 is supplied with electrical energy from the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 via a voltage converter 56.

[0066] Furthermore, the electrical system of the snow groomer according to the invention includes a low-voltage network 60, which is provided for supplying the lighting, instruments, fans, and the like of the snow groomer. In the illustrated embodiment, the low-voltage network operates at a voltage of 24 V and has two 12 V batteries. The low-voltage network 60 is supplied with electrical energy from the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 via a voltage converter 62.

[0067] Furthermore, a brake chopper 64 is provided. The brake chopper 64 serves to convert excess electrical energy into thermal energy. Any excess electrical energy is supplied to the brake chopper 64 by the high-voltage power distribution unit 40.

[0068] For example, when a snow groomer descends a steep slope, the electrical energy generated by the drive units 12, 22 may not be fully available to recharge the battery 38. This can occur, for instance, if the generator output is simply too high or if the battery 38 is already fully charged. The excess electrical energy must then be dissipated. This is done by converting the electrical energy into thermal energy in the brake chopper 64. The brake chopper 64 has an electrical resistance that is connected to the circuit, heats up, and thereby converts electrical energy into thermal energy. This occurs when the voltage in the intermediate circuit between the high-voltage power distribution unit 40 and the brake chopper 64 reaches a level that is dangerous for the components of the overall electrical system.As soon as the voltage in the intermediate circuit decreases again and becomes lower than the switch-on voltage, the electrical connection to the resistor is interrupted via suitable switches, such as power transistors. The process repeats itself as soon as the voltage rises again.

[0069] With the in Fig. 1 The electrical system shown enables highly efficient electric operation of a snow groomer according to the invention. The fuel cell stack 36 significantly extends the operating range and also ensures high efficiency in the generation of electrical energy. By providing the high-voltage power distribution unit 40, the fuel cell stack 36 and the accumulator 38 can be used individually or together to supply electrical energy. The drive units 12, 22 provided for each side of the undercarriage allow for precise control of the electric drive of the tracked undercarriage with minimal losses.

[0070] Fig. 2 Figure 1 shows a side view of a snow groomer 70 according to the invention. The snow groomer 70 is equipped with the [unclear] Fig. 1 The illustrated electrical system is provided. The snow groomer 70 has a tracked undercarriage 72, which has running gear sides arranged on opposite longitudinal sides. In the illustration of the Fig. 2 Only the left-hand chain of the track drive (in the direction of travel) is visible, whereby the one in Fig. 2 recognizable left chain through the drive unit 22 from Fig. 1 is powered.

[0071] The chain is guided on each side of the drive by means of a front-mounted tensioning wheel 74 and driven by means of a rear-mounted drive wheel, also referred to as the drive wheel 76. In the illustrated embodiment, the drive wheel 76 is driven by the permanent magnet synchronous machine 24, cf. Fig. 1 , driven. The design of the permanent magnet synchronous machine 24 as a wheel hub motor in the Turas wheel 76 is possible within the scope of the invention.

[0072] The snow groomer 70 has a chassis frame 78. Within this chassis frame 78, which is in Fig. 2 The fuel cell stack is shown partially cut out, and is arranged in 36 sections. The other components of the electrical system of the Fig. 1 are in Fig. 2 Not shown for clarity. The fuel cell stack 36 can be gimbal-mounted, ensuring that the fuel cells operate reliably and with high performance even in extreme terrain. In the illustrated embodiment, the fuel cells of the fuel cell stack 36 are operated with hydrogen supplied from hydrogen tanks 80. In the illustration of the Fig. 2 Three cylindrical hydrogen tanks 80 can be seen, in which hydrogen is stored under high pressure.

[0073] The hydrogen tanks 80 are arranged in a U-shape around the accumulator 38. This results in a space-saving arrangement of the hydrogen tanks 80 and the accumulator 38.

[0074] The snow groomer 70 also features a rear-mounted slope preparation unit 82. A milling shaft of the slope preparation unit 82 is driven by the electric motor 30, see Fig. 1 The slope preparation unit 82 is pivotally mounted on the chassis frame 78 and can be raised and lowered by means of one or more hydraulic cylinders 84, and optionally pivoted and / or pressed down by means of further hydraulic cylinders (not shown). The hydraulic cylinder 84 is supplied via a hydraulic system powered by the electric motor 54 (see figure). Fig. 1 , is driven, with the electric motor 54, for example, driving a gear pump.

[0075] The snow groomer 70 is further equipped with a snowplow blade 86 at the front. The snowplow blade 86 is articulated to the front of the chassis frame 78 and can be raised, lowered, and pivoted by means of several hydraulic cylinders 88. The hydraulic cylinders 88 are supplied via the hydraulic system of the snow groomer 70, which is powered by the electric motor 54, see Fig. 1 , is powered.

[0076] The snow groomer 70 has a cab 90 on which, among other things, headlights 92 are mounted. The instruments in the cab and the headlights 92 are part of the low-voltage network 60 of the snow groomer 70, see [reference]. Fig. 1 A heater for the driver's cab 90 can either be part of the low-voltage system 60 or directly from the high-voltage power distribution unit 40, see Fig. 1 , with a voltage of 700 V. It is also possible to use waste heat generated during the operation of the fuel cell stack 36 for heating the driver's cab 90.

[0077] Fig. 3 Figure 1 shows the hydrogen tanks 80 and the accumulator 38 in a top-down view. It can be seen that a total of ten hydrogen tanks 80 are provided, surrounding the accumulator in a U-shape. This allows for a space-saving arrangement of the accumulator 38 and the hydrogen tanks 80. The center of gravity of the in Fig. 3 The arrangement shown is relatively low, since the accumulator 38 is significantly heavier than the hydrogen tanks 80. The arrangement of the Fig. 3 can, as in Fig. 2 The hydrogen tanks 80 are arranged on the snow groomer 70 such that they are parallel to the direction of travel. However, it is readily possible to change the arrangement of the Fig. 3also to be arranged so that the hydrogen tanks are positioned 80 degrees perpendicular to the direction of travel.

Claims

1. A snow groomer with an electric track drive system for a track (72) that comprises one electric track drive for each side of the track (72), and with an electric power source for supplying at least the electric track drives, the electric power source having at least one storage battery (38), at least one fuel cell and a power distributor unit, wherein the power distributor unit is electrically connected to the at least one fuel cell and to the storage battery on the one side and to the electric track drives on the other side; wherein several fuel cells are provided in a fuel cell stack (36) and the snow groomer (70) has a chassis frame (78), wherein the fuel cell stack (36) is arranged inside said chassis frame (78); wherein the at least one fuel cell is operated with hydrogen and at least one hydrogen tank is provided, wherein the hydrogen tank is designed as a pressure reservoir, cryo-tank or reservoir for chemically bound hydrogen and several cylinder-like hydrogen tanks (80) are provided; and wherein the several hydrogen tanks are arranged at least partially adjacent to one another and surround the storage battery (38) in a U-shaped manner.

2. The snow groomer according to claim 1, characterized in that a snow grooming unit (82) is provided arranged at the rear and is driven by means of a first electric drive which is electrically connected to the power distributor unit.

3. The snow groomer according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a hydraulic system is provided which is driven by means of a second electric drive electrically connected to the power distributor unit.

4. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that an electric low-voltage network with a voltage in the range from 12 V to 48 V is provided, in particular for the operation of lights, instruments, control devices and the like, wherein the low-voltage network is electrically connected to the power distributor unit.

5. The snow groomer according to claim 4, characterized in that the electric low-voltage network has at least one low-voltage storage battery.

6. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that the power distributor unit is designed as a high-voltage power distributor unit and operates with a voltage in the range between 100 V and 1000 V, in particular 400 V, and / or in that the power distributor unit is designed to supply electric power from the at least one fuel cell, from the storage battery (38) and / or from a stationary network to the track drives, and / or in that in particular the power distributor unit is designed to supply electric power from the at least one fuel cell, from the storage battery (38) and / or from a stationary network to the first electric drive for the snow grooming unit, to the second electric drive for the hydraulic system and / or to the low-voltage network, and / or in that the power distributor unit is preferably designed to supply electric power from the at least one fuel cell, from the electric track drives and / or from a stationary network to the storage battery, and / or in that the power distributor unit is designed in particular to supply electric power from the at least one fuel cell and / or from the storage battery to a stationary network.

7. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that the power distributor unit supplies the electric power needed for a base load of the track drives from the at least one fuel cell to the track drives, and the electric power needed for a peak load of the track drives from the storage battery (38) to the track drives.

8. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized by a mechanically and / or hydraulically actuatable brake for the track (72).

9. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized by an eddy current brake for the track (72).

10. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that the at least one fuel cell is cardanically mounted on a chassis frame (78) of the snow groomer.

11. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that a precompressor is provided for compressing ambient air, wherein the compressed air may be supplied from the precompressor to the fuel cell.

12. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that each side of the track (72) is provided with a sprocket wheel (76), wherein an electric motor of the electric track drive is designed as a hub motor and is arranged in the sprocket wheel (76).

13. The snow groomer according to at least one of the above claims, characterized in that each electric track drive has several electric motors on each track side.