NOVELTY - A multi-element fuel cell system (1) comprises a cylindrical former (2), a rechargeable hydrogen fuel source (3) and a number of fuel elements (4). The former (2) comprises a series of interconnecting modules which are perforated to allow passage of fuel to the fuel cell elements (4). Each fuel cell element (4) is positioned radially and outwardly of the cylindrical former (2).    USE - The multi-element fuel cell is used in man-portable equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The invention allows fuel cells to be manufactured to different power specifications using the same production process. The multi-element fuel cells of the invention maybe linked together in any suitable configuration to create a large power source.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The cell element (4) is provided with channels, anode current collector, gasket, first diffusion backing layer, membrane electrode assembly, second diffusion backing layer and cathode current collectors. The cathode current collector applies even compression to the fuel cell element (4) to maintained good electrical contact within the elements. The fuel cell elements (4) are electrically connected in series with the anode and cathode current collectors. They are capped for connection to the equipment at each end of the former (2). The former (2) and current collectors have the same coefficient of thermal expansion. The fuel source (3) is coupled to the fuel cell elements (4).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method of manufacturing the multi-element fuel cell system (1). The method comprises: (a) laying down the cathode current collector, first diffusion backing layer, membrane electrode assembly and the second diffusion backing layer to form a stack; (b) folding the stack around the former (2); (c) applying a predetermined pressure to the cathode current collector; (d) fastening the cathode current collector in place to form the fuel cell element (4); and (e) connecting the fuel cell elements (4) together to form the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - A side view of the fuel cell system of the invention is shown.    Fuel cell system (1)    Former (2)    Fuel source (3)    Fuel cell elements (4)