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Machine Learning for Internal Combustion Engine Optimization with Hydrogen-Blended Fuels: A Literature Review
Mar 2025
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This study explores the potential of hydrogen-enriched internal combustion engines (H2ICEs) as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. Hydrogen offers advantages such as high combustion efficiency and zero carbon emissions yet challenges related to NOx formation storage and specialized modifications persist. Machine learning (ML) techniques including artificial neural networks (ANNs) and XGBoost demonstrate strong predictive capabilities in opt Read More
Adaptive Sliding Mode Control of an Interleaved Buck Converter–Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolyzer for a Green Hydrogen Production System
Mar 2025
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This paper presents an advanced Adaptive Sliding Mode Control (ASMC) strategy specifically developed for a hydrogen production system based on a Proton Exchange Membrane electrolyzer (PEM electrolyzer). This work utilized a static model of the PEM electrolyzer characterized by its V-I electrical characteristic which was approximated by a linear equation. The ASMC was designed to estimate the coefficients of this equation which are essential for designi Read More
Risk Assessment of Hydrogen Fuel System Leakage in Ships Based on Noisy-OR Gate Model Bayesian Network
Mar 2025
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To mitigate the risk of hydrogen leakage in ship fuel systems powered by internal combustion engines a Bayesian network model was developed to evaluate the risk of hydrogen fuel leakage. In conjunction with the Bow-tie model fuzzy set theory and the Noisy-OR Gate model an in-depth analysis was also conducted to examine both the causal factors and potential consequences of such incidents. The Bayesian network model estimates the likelihood Read More
Providing Solutions to Decarbonize Energy-Intensive Industries for a Sustainable Future in Egypt by 2050
Mar 2025
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Around 75% of worldwide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are generated by the combustion of fossil fuels (FFs) for energy production. Tackling climate change requires a global shift away from FF reliance and the decarbonization of energy systems. The energy manufacturing and construction sectors contribute a significant portion of Egypt’s total GHG emissions largely due to the reliance on fossil fuels in energy-intensive industries (EIIs). Decar Read More
Conceptual Design of a Metal Hydride System for the Recovery of Gaseous Hydrogen Boil-Off Losses from Liquid Hydrogen Tanks
Mar 2025
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Liquid hydrogen (LH2) is a promising energy carrier to decrease the climate impact of aviation. However the inevitable formation of hydrogen boil-off gas (BOG) is a main drawback of LH2. As the venting of BOG reduces the overall efficiency and implies a safety risk at the airport means for capturing and re-using should be implemented. Metal hydrides (MHs) offer promising approaches for BOG recovery as they can directly absorb the BOG at ambient Read More
Pre-Test of a Stand for Testing Fire Resistance of Compressed Hydrogen Storage Systems
Mar 2025
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The publication presents methods and pre-test results of a stand for testing CHSS in terms of resistance to open fire. The basis for the conducted research is the applicable provisions contained in the UN/ECE Regulation R134. The study includes an overview of contemporary solutions for hydrogen storage systems in high-pressure tanks in means of transport. Development in this area is a response to the challenge of reducing global carbon dioxide emissions Read More
An Insight into the Application and Progress of Artificial Intelligence in the Hydrogen Production Industry: A Review
Mar 2025
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The urgent need for low carbon emissions in hydrogen production has become increasingly critical as global energy demands rise highlighting the inefficiencies in traditional methods and the industry’s challenges in meeting evolving environmental standards. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these challenges and opportunities. The current review discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies especially machine Read More
Holistic View to Decarbonising Cruise Ships with a Combination of Energy Saving Technologies and Hydrogen as Fuel
Mar 2025
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Cruise ship decarbonisation was studied on a Mediterranean cruise profile. The analysis focused on ship energy flows fuel consumption carbon emissions ship CII and EEDI. A combination of technologies for reducing ship fuel consumption was simulated before introducing hydrogen fueled machinery for the ship. The studied technologies included ultrasound antifouling shore power battery hybrid machinery waste heat recovery and air lubrication. Their appl Read More
Large Scale Power-to-X Production Enabling Hydrogen Valleys: A Case Study of Future Industrial Hydrogen Valley Opportunity in Finland
Mar 2025
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Many industrial processes such as ammonia fuel or steel production require considerable amounts of fossil feedstocks contributing significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. Some of these fossil feedstocks and processes can be decarbonised via Power-to-X (P2X) production concepts based on hydrogen (H2) requiring considerable amounts of renewable electricity. Creating hydrogen valleys (HV) may facilitate a cost-efficient H2 production feeding Read More
Selection of a Green Hydrogen Production Facility Location with a Novel Heuristic Approach
Mar 2025
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The production of green hydrogen the cleanest energy source plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of renewable energy systems by utilizing surplus energy that would otherwise be wasted. With the global shift towards sustainability and the rising adoption of renewable energy sources green hydrogen is gaining significant importance as both an energy carrier and a storage solution. However determining the optimal locations for green hydrogen pr Read More
Optimisation of Green Hydrogen Production for Hard-to-abate Industries: An Italian Case Study Considering National Incentives
Mar 2025
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Green hydrogen has emerged as a promising energy vector for the decarbonisation of heavy industry. The EU and national governments have recently introduced incentives to address the high costs of green hydrogen production and accelerate the economic development of hydrogen. This study investigates the local production of green hydrogen to decarbonise the high-temperature process heat demand of a heavy industry located in Italy. The hydrog Read More
Increasing the Efficiency of Water Electrolysis with the Application of Pulsing Electric Fields
Mar 2025
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Due to hydrogen’s beneficial characteristics as a sustainable energy carrier the application of pulsing electric fields has been researched for its effectiveness during water electrolysis. Although there have been conflicting findings on the benefits of the application of pulsing electric fields this research highlights the potential it has to enhance the efficiency of water electrolysis while providing clarity on past discrepancies. This research achieves this by identifyi Read More
Quantifying Key Economic Uncertainties in the Cost of Trading Green Hydrogen
Mar 2025
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In a fully decarbonized global energy system hydrogen is likely to be one of few energy vectors that can facilitate long-distance export of renewable energy. However because of divergent literature findings consensus is yet to be reached on the total supply chain costs of shipping hydrogen either as a cryogenic liquid or ammonia. To this end this article presents a detailed process systems-based economic analysis of a typical hydrogen value chain in 2050 Read More
Exploring Advanced Nanostructures and Functional Materials for Efficient Hydrogen Storage: A Theoretical Investigation on Mechanisms, Adsorption Process, and Future Directions
Feb 2025
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Hydrogen is a promising candidate for renewable energy storage and transportation due to its high energy density and zero carbon emissions. Its practical applications face challenges related to safe efficient storage and release systems. This review article investigates advanced nanostructured materials for hydrogen storage including metal acetylide and cyanide complexes BN-doped γ-graphyne nanotubes (γ-GNT) lithium-phosphide double helices an Read More
Green Tides: The Suez Canal as Key Hub and Green Corridor for a Hydrogen Future Between the Middle East and Europe
Feb 2025
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The shipping industry faces the dual challenge of reducing emissions to meet net-zero targets by 2050 and transporting green energy sources like hydrogen and its derivatives. Green shipping corridors provide experimental routes for lowcarbon solutions with the Suez Canal uniquely positioned to lead. This paper examines the canal’s evolving role as a dynamic energy space where diverse actors and networks intersect shaping spatial power relations and ali Read More
Hydrogen Production by Water Electrolysis Driven by a Photovoltaic Source: A Review
May 2024
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The integration of water electrolyzers and photovoltaic (PV) solar technology is a potential development in renewable energy systems offering new avenues for sustainable energy generation and storage. This coupling consists of using PV-generated electricity to power water electrolysis breaking down water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. While oxygen is a useful byproduct the created hydrogen is used as a clean storable energy carrier or feeds Read More
Investigation of Hydrogen Production System-Based PEM EL: PEM EL Modeling, DC/DC Power Converter, and Controller Design Approaches
Apr 2023
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The main component of the hydrogen production system is the electrolyzer (EL) which is used to convert electrical energy and water into hydrogen and oxygen. The power converter supplies the EL and the controller is used to ensure the global stability and safety of the overall system. This review aims to investigate and analyze each one of these components: Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolyzer (PEM EL) electrical modeling DC/DC power conv Read More
A Review on Applicability, Limitations, and Improvements of Polymeric Materials in High-Pressure Hydrogen Gas Atmospheres
Feb 2021
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Typically polymeric materials experience material degradation anddamage over time in harsh environments. Improved understandingof the physical and chemical processes associated with possibledamage modes intended in high-pressure hydrogen gas exposedatmospheres will help to select and develop materials well suited forapplications fulfilling future energy demands in hydrogen as anenergy carrier. In high-pressure hydrogen gas exposure co Read More
What is Next in Anion-Exchange Membrane Water Electrolyzers? Bottlenecks, Benefits, and Future
Mar 2022
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As highlighted by the recent roadmaps from the European Union and the United States water electrolysis is the most valuable high-intensity technology for producing green hydrogen. Currently two commercial low-temperature water electrolyzer technologies exist: alkaline water electrolyzer (A-WE) and proton-exchange membrane water electrolyzer (PEM-WE). However both have major drawbacks. A-WE shows low productivity and efficiency while PEM-W Read More
Energy Storage Systems for Photovoltaic and Wind Systems: A Review
May 2023
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The study provides a study on energy storage technologies for photovoltaic and wind systems in response to the growing demand for low-carbon transportation. Energy storage systems (ESSs) have become an emerging area of renewed interest as a critical factor in renewable energy systems. The technology choice depends essentially on system requirements cost and performance characteristics. Common types of ESSs for renewable ener Read More
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