Articles tagged with Hydrogen Storage
A team of researchers from Boston College and China's University of Science and Technology has developed a new method to harness the power of solar water splitting using hematite and silicon as absorbers. The 're-growth' technique improved the material's surface, doubling electrical yield and achieving a record low turn-on voltage.
Large-scale underground storage of low-pressure gaseous hydrogen offers several advantages over above-ground storage, including cost savings and increased volume capacity. Geologic storage solutions can service key hydrogen markets by storing large quantities of hydrogen fuel for transportation and grid-scale energy applications.
A study by Sandia National Laboratories reveals that existing California gas stations can safely store and dispense hydrogen. The research examined 70 commercial gasoline stations and found that 14 could readily accept hydrogen fuel, while 17 more possibly could with property expansions.
Researchers have developed a system to convert hydrogen gas into formic acid, a less flammable liquid fuel that can be safely stored and transported. The process uses two chemical reactions and atmospheric CO2, offering a sustainable solution for energy storage and synthesis of various products.
Engineers at UC San Diego have created new ceramic materials that can store hydrogen safely and efficiently. The compounds are manufactured using a simple, low-cost combustion synthesis method, reducing production time and cost compared to traditional methods.
Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories are developing a solid-state hydrogen storage system that can refuel forklifts in under three minutes, compared to hours of recharging. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the clean forklift market, offering direct cost savings and reduced expenses.
Researchers synthesized a new material that can store up to three times more hydrogen than most metal hydrides, with an unusual structure not observed in other known hydrides. The discovery could contribute to the development of high-capacity hydrogen fuel cells and potentially lead to the discovery of unprecedented properties.
A new aluminum-based alloy has been successfully synthesized, enabling safe and efficient hydrogen storage for fuel cell vehicles. Researchers achieved the goal of creating a simple-structured aluminum-based interstitial alloy through extreme pressure and high temperature conditions.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University developed a new method to measure nanocrystals' adsorption and release of hydrogen and other gases. The technique revealed that the size of nanocrystals has a stronger effect on the rate of gas adsorption and release than previously expected, with smaller particles absorbing more gas faster.
The Technical Reference on Hydrogen Compatibility of Materials offers detailed information on the effects of hydrogen on various materials, including steel, aluminum, copper, and nickel alloys. This report helps industry target and develop components with fewer compatibility issues, potentially accelerating the timetable for the hydrog...
Researchers are exploring three materials - magnesium borohydride, ammonia borane, and alkanes - that could be used to create a safe and efficient hydrogen storage solution. Hydrogen has great promise as an alternative fuel due to its abundance and energy content.
Scientists at UNSW have developed a nano-structure that can store and release hydrogen, paving the way for practical applications in fuel cells and vehicles. The breakthrough uses sodium borohydride nanoparticles encased in nickel shells, demonstrating improved thermodynamic and kinetic properties.
Scientists at UC Santa Barbara shed light on the kinetics of hydrogen release from aluminum hydride, a material that is highly promising for energy storage. Their research reveals the basic mechanisms governing these chemical reactions in general, challenging outdated reaction curve interpretations.
Materials scientists at Harvard University have developed a solid-oxide fuel cell that can store electrochemical energy like a battery, allowing it to continue producing power for a short time after its fuel has run out. This innovation has significant implications for small-scale, portable energy applications, such as unmanned aerial ...
Researchers have accurately quantified molecular-scale interactions between gases and water molecules in gas hydrates. The study shows that hydrates can hold hydrogen at an optimal capacity of 5 weight-percent, meeting the Department of Energy standard.
Researchers at the University of Oregon have developed a boron-nitrogen-based liquid-phase storage material for hydrogen that works safely at room temperature and is air- and moisture-stable. The new material features clean, fast, and controllable hydrogen desorption without any phase change.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas and Washington State University have discovered a way to break down and capture individual hydrogen atoms using an aluminum alloy. This breakthrough could lead to a robust and affordable fuel storage system, enabling the widespread use of hydrogen as a renewable energy source.
Researchers at Delft University of Technology found that smaller metal alloy nanoparticles release hydrogen gas more quickly when stored in a metal hydride. This could lead to more efficient hydrogen storage for fuel cells.
Researchers at RIKEN Advanced Science Institute synthesized new heterometallic hydride clusters using rare-earth and d-transition metals, enabling analysis via X-ray diffraction. These clusters exhibit unique reactivity properties pointing to new hydrogen storage techniques, promising environmentally-friendly solutions for clean energy.
Scientists at NIST have discovered a way to store hydrogen efficiently using iron-doped magnesium, which can absorb and release hydrogen quickly and safely. The iron veins create channels within the metal grains that allow for fast hydrogen transport.
Researchers have created a reusable system to store and extract hydrogen from ammonia borane, a stable solid, making it suitable for various applications. The system is air-stable and efficient, with potential uses in motor-driven cycles and small aircraft.
Researchers have revealed a new single-stage method for recharging the hydrogen storage compound ammonia borane, enabling the potential use of hydrogen in vehicles. This breakthrough could reduce the expense and complexity of the recycle stage, making hydrogen a more attractive fuel option.
Researchers design nanocomposite material with magnesium nanoparticles and polymethyl methacrylate matrix, rapidly absorbing and releasing hydrogen at modest temperatures. This breakthrough material may have broad applicability to other areas of energy research.
Researchers at Rice University have discovered a class of material known as metallacarborane that could store hydrogen at or better than benchmarks set by the US Department of Energy. The material has the potential to meet DOE storage goals for hydrogen fuel, which could be used in cars, fuel cells, and industry.
Researchers develop hydrothermolysis process to store and generate hydrogen for fuel cells in cars, achieving 14% hydrogen yield at near-fuel-cell operating temperatures. The technology has the potential to significantly improve hydrogen storage efficiency and make it more practical for widespread adoption.
Researchers have discovered a new material called graphene-oxide-framework (GOF) that can store hydrogen safely and efficiently. GOFs exhibit unique properties, including high hydrogen absorption at low temperatures, making them a promising candidate for gas storage applications.
A team of researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University has identified a new theoretical approach to simplify the synthesis of hydrogen fuel storage materials. An external electric field can significantly improve the thermodynamics and reversibility of the system, making it an ideal energy carrier.
SRNL's patent-pending Porous Walled Hollow Glass Microspheres will be used in targeted drug delivery, hydrogen storage and other applications. The microspheres' network of interconnected pores enable gas storage and release.
Researchers developed a new method to model hydrogen molecule-surface interactions, enabling accurate predictions of chemical reactions. The technique offers 'chemical precision' in calculating reaction barriers and energy changes.
A team of researchers at the Savannah River National Laboratory has developed a novel closed cycle for producing aluminum hydride, a high capacity hydrogen storage material. The electrochemical method allows for the regeneration of the material, making it potentially cost-effective and efficient.
Scientists have developed a new hydrogen storage method using carbonized chicken feather fibers, which can hold vast amounts of hydrogen at a lower cost. The method has the potential to improve upon existing methods and pave the way for a truly hydrogen-based energy economy.
A high-pressure form of ammonia borane has been discovered, which can store around 30 weight percent hydrogen by improving the hydrogen content of the material by roughly 50 percent. The new compound could potentially stabilize at or near ambient conditions with a large amount of hydrogen content.
Researchers have created a hydrogen storage system that can fill up a vehicle's fuel tank within five minutes with enough hydrogen to drive 300 miles. The system uses metal hydride to absorb hydrogen gas and incorporates a heat exchanger to efficiently remove heat generated during absorption.
A team of scientists has identified carbon nanostructures as catalysts for storing and releasing hydrogen. Complex hydrides show promise for hydrogen storage, but previous studies indicate defects from added catalysts. The new solvent technique allows for defect-free introduction of catalysts.
Researchers have discovered a new mechanism behind the catalytic effects of carbon nanomaterials in hydrogen storage. The breakthrough could lead to more efficient and sustainable methods for producing, storing, and using hydrogen.
A Dutch researcher has developed a new metal alloy that can absorb hydrogen, making it possible to store the gas in lighter tanks. This breakthrough could make hydrogen a cleaner alternative to battery-powered vehicles.
Researchers at MU and MRI develop new hydrogen storage material using corncobs and boron, increasing storage capacity and reducing tank size. The project aims to create more flexible and less bulky fuel tanks for vehicles.
Researchers found that MOF materials compress rapidly at high pressures due to their efficient but inefficient structure design. This behavior is critical to optimize gas storage properties and pose a challenge for scaling up MOF technology beyond the lab.
Ovshinsky explains that we have the means to produce hydrogen from renewable resources in a sustainable way and store it effectively. This technology enables the entire loop of hydrogen generation, storage, and use to be carried out now.
A team of international researchers led by Professor Rajeev Ahuja has discovered an atomic-level mechanism for releasing hydrogen from magnesium nanoparticles, which could lead to more efficient hydrogen storage. The finding opens up new possibilities for fuel cells using hydrogen as a clean and environmentally friendly energy source.
Scientists at Savannah River National Laboratory developed Glass Microspheres with porous walls that can store hydrogen gas and release it safely. These microspheres can also be used to filter mixed gas streams and are suitable for reuse and recycling due to their unique mechanical properties.
Researchers at NIST have developed a new class of materials that can store relatively large quantities of hydrogen for later release. The material combines lithium amide with lightweight metal hydrides, resulting in improved hydrogen storage properties.
Researchers at Rice University discovered that tiny carbon capsules called buckyballs can hold up to 8% of their weight in hydrogen, surpassing the federal target of 6%. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient storage and use of hydrogen in fuel cells and cars.
Researchers at UCLA have solved a decades-old mystery in hydrogen gas storage, enabling the creation of more efficient and environmentally friendly vehicles. The study found that adding titanium to sodium alanate can store high-density hydrogen at reasonable pressures and temperatures.
Researchers at UCL and the London Centre for Nanotechnology will investigate nanostructured carbon-based materials for hydrogen storage and develop large-surface organic solar cells. The refurbished laboratory aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
Scientists at the University of Virginia have developed a new class of hydrogen storage materials that can absorb up to 14% of hydrogen by weight at room temperature, twice as much as current materials. These novel materials could make the dream of a hydrogen economy a reality with their higher efficiency and lower production costs.
A new method to safely store, dispense and easily 'refuel' hydrogen using small AB pellets is being developed by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory scientists. The pellets hold promise in meeting long-term targets for transportation use, occupying less space and weight than systems using pressurized hydrogen gas.
Researchers at University of Missouri-Columbia have been awarded a grant from US Department of Energy to develop and test low-pressure hydrogen storage materials. The goal is to increase hydrogen storage capacity for use in vehicles, aiming to meet DOE's 2010 targets.
Researchers develop a synthetic enzymatic pathway to convert polysaccharides into hydrogen, achieving high storage capacity and efficiency. The new process has the potential to release hydrogen from water and carbohydrates at low temperatures and atmospheric pressure.
Sholl's research uses metal hydrides like alanates and borohydrides to create lightweight, low-cost storage materials. This could improve the efficiency of hydrogen cars and reduce pollution.
Researchers at the University of Bath have invented a new material that stores and releases hydrogen at room temperature, promising to solve the main problem holding back hydrogen-powered cars. The material could be used in combination with metal hydride sources to store and release energy instantaneously.
Lueking's group inadvertently stumbled upon a method that combines hydrogen production and storage, producing nanocrystalline diamonds as a by-product. The researchers used ball milling to mix anthracite coal with cyclohexene, resulting in the formation of Bucky diamonds.
Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory are working on developing practical hydrogen-storage materials by doping sodium alanate with titanium. The goal is to create a material that can store and release hydrogen efficiently, enabling large-scale energy storage for fuel cells and other applications.
A team of Brown University chemists has developed a new class of molecules that exhibit fast and efficient catalytic properties, making them suitable for use in the pharmaceutical industry. The compounds also show promise for storing hydrogen and other gases, which could be used to generate clean energy.
NIST researchers discovered that metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) can store up to 10% of their weight in hydrogen at low temperatures. The nano-cage structure offers a promising approach for storing and releasing hydrogen, which could potentially replace fossil fuels in future automobiles.
Researchers aim to mass produce technologies for consumer market, focusing on fundamental research and nanofabrication techniques to improve hydrogen storage and generation from solar cells. The grants are part of a $64 million DOE initiative aiming to make vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells available and affordable by 2020.
A research group led by Manoranjan Misra has developed a novel method to split water molecules and generate hydrogen using solar light. The method involves titanium dioxide nanotube arrays, which can efficiently produce hydrogen energy in a more efficient manner than current market standards.
Purdue University researchers have discovered a catalyst that can produce hydrogen without extreme cold temperatures or high pressures. This method could offer solutions to fuel cell development, potentially replacing fossil fuels in automobiles.
PNNL scientists employed x-ray spectroscopy to observe the reaction as it occurred, identifying a cluster of four rhodium atoms at the active site. This approach allows researchers to understand catalyst-reactant interactions under practical conditions, shedding light on key catalytic processes.
Researchers have developed porous support materials that can withstand the rigors of high-temperature reforming of hydrocarbon fuels. The new materials satisfy all three key requirements for a catalyst support: high surface area, stability at high temperatures, and low pressure drop.