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Deciphering the mechanisms and contributions of ceramic-based materials in hydrogen storage applications: a contemporary outlook

M. Atikur Rahman, Abu Taher, Rana Mia, Faisal I. Chowdhury, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, Hamid Osman, M. Khalid Hossain, Abdullah G. Al-Sehemi, W. Ghann, Mohammad A. Alim, and Jamal Uddin

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Chittagong, Chittagong-4331, Bangladesh

E-mail: atikursomon1@gmail.com

Received: 26 January 2024  Accepted: 7 May 2024

Abstract:

The atmosphere has been burdened by the augmented release of greenhouse gases, leading to the unfortunate consequences of global warming due to the combustion of fossil fuels. Consequently, the realms of energy have directed their attention toward sustainable alternatives like hydro energy in order to generate electricity. Methods for storing energy have the ability to ensure the provision of energy when it is needed, as long as the energy is stored at a time when renewable sources are available. Hydrogen is regarded as a promising substitute for conventional feedstocks due to its distinctive qualities such as being a clean and high-density energy source, devoid of harmful substances and environmentally friendly. Hydrogen serves as the primary fuel for fuel cells, and it can be generated through various means, including harnessing wind power or utilizing electrolysis methods to extract electricity from renewable sources. However, the secure, efficient, and cost-effective preservation of hydrogen remains a formidable obstacle that hinders the widespread adoption of hydrogen energy. While high-pressure hydrogen gas and cryogenic hydrogen liquid are two storage methods that have been employed, they fail to satisfy the aforementioned criteria. In order to surmount these limitations, the realm of research has predominantly focused on ceramic-based hydrogen storage materials in recent times. This article presents a comprehensive review of the innovative endeavors conducted on these systems, accompanied by a delineation of discoveries made in order to store the workable thresholds for the quantity of hydrogen that may be retained in hydrogen storage systems utilizing ceramic materials.

Keywords: Bulk ceramic; Absorption; Glass ceramic; Oxide nanocomposite; Gravimetric ratio

Full paper is available at www.springerlink.com.

DOI: 10.1007/s11696-024-03533-z

Chemical Papers 78 (14) 7685–7705 (2024)