Hydrogen Fuel Cells

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This book focuses on deployment of hydrogen fuel cell technologies to ensure efficient and reliable performance during cold start conditions. It encompasses introduction to hydrogen energy systems and unique issues associated with cold starts in fuel cells delving into the principles, design, and performance backed by case studies. This book focuses on the deployment of hydrogen fuel cell technologies to ensure efficient and reliable performance during cold start conditions. It encompasses an introduction to hydrogen energy systems and the unique challenges associated with cold starts in fuel cells. It examines catalytic heaters, electrolyte-heating circuits, pre-heating of reactant gases, electric resistance heating, self-heating through load cycling, and hydrogen burners. Each chapter delves into the principles, design, and performance of these systems, highlighting their advantages, limitations, and applications. The chapters of this book: elaborate on specific challenges and practical solutions for improving fuel cell reliability and efficiency in low-temperature environments; provide a comparative analysis of cold start solutions; discuss the latest advancements in materials, design techniques, and industrial applications; explore topics including catalytic heaters, pre-heating systems, and self-heating mechanisms; include practical applications and case studies. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in chemical engineering, hydrogen fuel processing, and energy integration.

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Pagina's: 178, Editie: Eerste editie, Hardcover, CRC Press