
La ricerca sui combustibili a idrogeno riguarda la produzione, lo stoccaggio, la distribuzione e l'utilizzo dell'idrogeno come vettore energetico pulito. Questo settore studia le tecnologie di elettrolisi, cella a combustibile sviluppo, materiali per lo stoccaggio dell'idrogeno e infrastrutture per il rifornimento e il trasporto. Gli studi si concentrano sull'ottimizzazione delle membrane a scambio protonico, dei processi catalitici, della purificazione dell'idrogeno e dei protocolli di sicurezza per migliorare l'efficienza e la scalabilità. La seguente raccolta presenta le recenti pubblicazioni scientifiche e le innovazioni brevettate che fanno progredire i metodi di generazione dell'idrogeno, le soluzioni di stoccaggio, i sistemi di celle a combustibile e l'integrazione nei settori dell'energia e dei trasporti.
Questa è la nostra ultima selezione di pubblicazioni e brevetti in lingua inglese sull'idrogeno combustibile, tra numerose riviste scientifiche online, classificate e focalizzate su produzione di idrogeno, elettrolisi, celle a combustibile, stoccaggio di idrogeno, combustione di idrogeno, membrana a scambio protonico, infrastrutture per l'idrogeno, economia dell'idrogeno, idrogeno verde, idrogeno blu, rifornimento di idrogeno, idrogeno, sensore di idrogeno, sicurezza dell'idrogeno, liquefazione dell'idrogeno, vettore di idrogeno, purificazione dell'idrogeno, compressione dell'idrogeno, catalizzatore di idrogeno, densità energetica, mobilità dell'idrogeno, miscelazione dell'idrogeno, combustibile a idrogeno, generazione di idrogeno, cella a combustibile a ossidi solidi, infragilimento dell'idrogeno, membrana di separazione dell'idrogeno, materiale di stoccaggio dell'idrogeno e sistema di alimentazione dell'idrogeno.
Control method for fuel cell system and control device for fuel cell system
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026105324 by NISSAN MOTOR [JP] (Sato Masashi [jp])
Abstract: A fuel cell system generates power by reacting a fuel gas that has been reformed from a fuel and supplied to an anode of a fuel cell and a cathode gas that has been supplied to a cathode of the fuel cell. According to the present invention, a control method for the fuel cell system involves reduction processing that is performed when the fuel cell system is started and is for passing fuel gas for keeping the anode in a reduced state through an anode gas passage of the anode at a first speed. At [...]
Our summary: The invention describes a control method for a fuel cell system that includes a reduction processing phase at startup. During this phase, fuel gas is passed through the anode gas passage at two different speeds. The process includes a replacement period where the fluid in the anode gas passage is replaced with fuel gas before reaching a prescribed aggregate amount.
fuel cell, control method, anode gas, reduction processing
Patent
Vertical freeze casting manufacture of metal foam
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026107491 by CELLMO MAT INNOVATION INC [US] (Lin Pin-ling [tw], Lin Ming-huei [tw], Ting Ya-han [tw], Kuo Chia-jung [tw], Chao Tzu-yun [tw], Choe Heeman [us])
Abstract: A metal foam structure is used for numerous energy applications such as battery, electrolyzer, fuel cell, carbon capture, thermal management, and others due to its enhanced surface area to be utilized for improved efficiency. A net-shape metal foam sheet or plate production with desired thicknesses without cutting process is thus required to significantly reduce the manufacturing cost and to be more price competitive against other types of existing similar materials such as carbon paper, metal f[...]
Our summary: Vertical freeze casting is utilized to manufacture metal foam structures for energy applications. This method allows for net-shape production of metal foam sheets without cutting, reducing costs. The vertical orientation enhances efficiency compared to conventional horizontal freeze casting.
metal foam, vertical freeze casting, manufacturing process, energy applications
Patent
Offshore hydrogen production system
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026102644 by SHANGHAI WAIGAOQIAO SHIPBUILDING CO LTD [CN] (Yuan Hongtao [cn], Chen Gang [cn], Wang Yuhan [cn], Zhang Xuehui [cn], Hu Shengjun [cn], Wang Chao [cn], Yin Yan [cn])
Abstract: Disclosed in the present invention is an offshore hydrogen production system, comprising a hydrogen production assembly. The hydrogen production assembly is configured to use seawater to produce hydrogen. The offshore hydrogen production system further comprises a liquefaction and storage assembly. The hydrogen production assembly is communicated with the liquefaction and storage assembly. The liquefaction and storage assembly is configured to liquefy hydrogen to liquid hydrogen and store the li[...]
Our summary: The offshore hydrogen production system utilizes seawater to produce hydrogen. It includes a liquefaction and storage assembly for converting and storing hydrogen as a liquid. This configuration enhances energy efficiency and reduces transportation costs.
Offshore hydrogen, seawater electrolysis, liquefaction assembly, energy efficiency
Patent
Solid polymer electrolyte membrane, membrane electrode assembly, water electrolysis device, electrolytic hydrogenation device, and method for producin
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026105790 by AGC INC [JP] (Hayabe Shintaro [jp], Sawada Toshiaki [jp], Okada Hideyuki [jp], Ueda Eijun [jp], Saito Yusuke [jp], Isoda Kaho [jp])
Abstract: Provided are: a solid polymer electrolyte membrane excellent in chemical durability; a membrane electrode assembly; a water electrolysis device; an electrolytic hydrogenation device; and a method for producing hydrogen. A solid polymer electrolyte membrane according to the present disclosure contains a fluorine-containing polymer having an ion exchange group, a reinforcing material, and a platinum-containing material, wherein: the reinforcing material is composed of polyether ether ketone; and[...]
Our summary: The content describes a solid polymer electrolyte membrane with enhanced chemical durability. It includes a membrane electrode assembly and devices for water electrolysis and electrolytic hydrogenation. The membrane features a fluorine-containing polymer, a reinforcing material, and a specific ion exchange capacity.
solid polymer electrolyte, membrane electrode assembly, water electrolysis, hydrogen production
Patent
Polyphenylene ether solution, porous membrane, method for producing porous membrane, alkali electrolysis diaphragm, pharmaceutical process filter, and
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026105829 by ASAHI CHEMICAL IND [JP] (Yoshioka Rui [jp], Nomura Kazuyuki [jp])
Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a polyphenylene ether solution with which it is possible to form a porous film at around room temperature (20°C). The solution to that problem is a polyphenylene ether solution containing polyphenylene ether and a water-soluble organic solvent having a solubility of 50 g/100 mL or more in water at 20°C. The polyphenylene ether is a polyphenylene ether solution containing 1-99 mol% of repeating units derived from a phenol represented by formula[...]
Our summary: The invention provides a polyphenylene ether solution that enables the formation of a porous film at room temperature. It contains polyphenylene ether and a specific water-soluble organic solvent. The solution comprises 1-99 mol% of repeating units derived from specified phenols.
Polyphenylene ether, porous membrane, alkali electrolysis, pharmaceutical filter
Patent
Microbial fuel cell multiplexer apparatus, system and method
Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in US under Ref US20260142208 by US NAVY [US] (Bozeman Eric [us], Bond Matthew [us], Arias-thode Yolanda Meriah [us], Ramzi Halah [us], Lewis Taneka [us], Anderson Gregory [us])
Abstract: [0000] A microbial fuel cell multiplexer apparatus, system and method. In one embodiment, a microbial fuel cell (MFC) multiplexer, comprising a microcontroller suitable for receiving information from a MFC electronics unit and reformatting the information according to a communications protocol, and further comprising a processor and a non-transitory storage medium capable of storing machine-readable instructions; a host port connected to a host platform, wherein the host platform provides a powe[...]
Our summary: The microbial fuel cell multiplexer apparatus includes a microcontroller for processing data from MFCs. It features a host port for power and operations, along with isolator chips for MFC isolation. The design supports multiple unit ports for connecting various MFCs.
microbial fuel cell, multiplexer, microcontroller, isolator chips
Patent
Platinum nanoparticle-supported polymer-grafted carbon nanotubes via noncovalent interactions and their application to hydrogen sensors
Published on 2026-04-28 by Mingze Zhu, Masaki Konno, Shuji Harada, Norio Tsubokawa, Takeshi Yamauchi @NATURE
Abstract: Polymer Journal, Published online: 28 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41428-026-01181-6Hydrophilic polyethylene glycol (PEG) was grafted onto multiwalled carbon nanotubes (mwCNTs) via noncovalent bonding to improve water stability without damaging the nanotube morphology. Platinum (Pt) nanoparticles were subsequently deposited on the grafted nanotubes to fabricate a Pt-supported mwCNT, owing to the π–π interactions between the terminal pyrene moieties on the modified PEG chains and the CNT surface,[...]
Our summary: Platinum nanoparticles were deposited on polymer-grafted multiwalled carbon nanotubes to enhance water stability. The grafting process utilized noncovalent bonding, preserving the nanotube morphology. The resulting material was effective as an electrode in hydrogen sensors, demonstrating notable gas response behavior.
Platinum nanoparticles, polymer-grafted carbon nanotubes, noncovalent interactions, hydrogen sensors
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a critical review
Published on 2026-04-13 by @OXFORD
Abstract: AbstractThe fast decarbonization process demands hydrogen storage technologies that are compact, safe and can easily be combined with the proton exchange membrane fuel cells. In the current paper, a critical appraisal of graphene-based nanocomposites as solid-state electrochemical hydrogen storage in low-carbon operating conditions is provided. It gives emphasis on the synthesis of graphene materials by traditional and green methods, such as plant-extract assisted reduction method and reports on[...]
Our summary: This review critically evaluates graphene-based nanocomposites for solid-state hydrogen storage. It highlights synthesis techniques, structure-property correlations, and the electrochemical performance of various materials. The study identifies key design factors influencing hydrogen uptake and suggests future research directions for scalable applications.
hydrogen storage, graphene-based nanocomposites, electrochemical performance, synthesis methods
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