Projects
Projects
HyInnoLyze2
Analysis of dynamics and degradation in next-generation scaled PEM electrolyzers
Approach
- Modeling and simulation of direct connection PEM-EL and buffer storage (battery & H₂-tank)
- Development & testing of a DC-DC converter
- Analysing corrosion stability and degradation in cells
HyInnoNets2
Development of coated and fiber-reinforced, embrittlement-resistant pipelines for hydrogen transport
Approach
- Pipes made from fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP):
- Material development and process parameters
- Weldless joining technology
- Hydrogen permeation barrier by high-speed laser cladding:
- Development of the necessary optics & process development for internal coating
HyInnoSep2
Low-maintenance electrochemical hydrogen compression
Approach
- Scaling of the materials from phase 1, further development on a laboratory scale
- Development and construction of the pilot compressors (400 cm²)
- Develop operating strategy and assess ageing
- Testing the pilot plant in natural gas and hygas (H2, CO2, CH4)
HyInnoHECC
Coupling hydrogen evolution with direct air capture (DAC) for CO₂ removal from air
Approach
- Analysis and modification of the bipolar membrane and reactor design on lab scale
- Development and analysis of a cathode for hydrogen evolution reaction in neutral medium with additives
- Dynamic modeling for sector coupling
- Piloting and ramp-up by Greenlyte Carbon Technologies GmbH for commercialization
HyInnoSys2
Market preparation, hydrogen ecosystem,
technology and knowledge transfer
Approach
- Develop viable business models and identify market introduction processes
- Analysis of the actors in the ecosystem, user acceptance of hydrogen technology
- Regulatory design of hydrogen-centred energy markets
- Techno-economic system analysis
- Derivation of future scenarios and implications for the coordination and development of hydrogen ecosystems
HyInnoAEM
Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) water electrolysis with integrated electrodes and an innovative stack-design
Approach
- Innovative stack design
- Simplified stack assembly:
Use of adhesives and glues for bonding and sealing - Suitable adhesives for stable operation in 1 M KOH
- 3D-electrodes prepared by electrochemical activation of different expanded meshes
- Benchmarking to commercial systems
HyInnoICE2
Highly innovative exhaust gas aftertreatment concepts for dynamically operated hydrogen combustion engines up to the detection limit
Approach
- Fundamental investigation of the combustion process
- Functional development of hydrogen-specific functionalities and calibration of the engine
- Integration into a vehicle and testing of functionality
- Investigation of the tank system
HyInnoBurn2
Technology demonstration of hydrogen industrial gas burners in steel production
Approach
- Experimental characterization of hydrogen flames
- CFD & flame simulations
- Automated design generation
- Production through additive manufacturing
HyInnoSOC2
Holistic development of rSOCs and rSOC test benches up to the practical evaluation
Approach
- Analysis of application cases and delivery scenarios
- Fuel processor system for variable gas composition
- Operating and control concepts
- Determination of the gas composition
- System tests
- Market studies
HyInnoLyze
Dynamics, coupled systems and H2 storage
Approach
- Modelling PEMEL & intermediate H2 storage systems
- Analysis of interconnection variations of PEMEL systems, intermediate storages, and power electronics
- Analysis of dynamic behavior in coupled systems and components
- Corrosion and stability tests
HyInnoNets
Enabling transmission networks for H2 operation
Approach
- Fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) pipelines:
- Material development & process parameters
- Hydrogen permeation barrier coating by EHLA:
- Development of necessary optics & process development
- Coating of FRP pipelines
HyInnoSep
Separation modules purify variable hydrogen/natural gas mixtures
Approach
- Scaling of the materials from phase 1, further component development on a laboratory scale
- Development and construction of the pilot compressors (400 cm²)
- Develop operating strategy and assess ageing
- Testing the pilot plant in natural gas and hygas (H₂, CO₂, CH₄)
HyInnoTank
Low-maintenance, mobile high pressure tanks
Approach
- Sensor choice and integration
- Sensor testing
- Analysis on pre-damaged tanks
- Investigation of burst pressures and failure characteristics
- Validation of the methods
HyInnoPEM
Innovative control, Extended lifetime
Approach
- Test bench construction & identification measurements
- Fuel Cell system & degradation model development
- Development & validation of a model predictive control
- SoH prediction and TCO analysis
HyInnoSOFC
High-temperature fuel cells with flexible fuel utilization for self-sufficient energy supply
Approach
- Analysis of application cases and delivery scenarios
- Fuel processor system for variable gas composition
- Operating and control concepts
- Determination of the gas composition
- System tests
- Market studies
HyInnoICE
Demonstrator vehicle with a highly Innovative H2 combustion engine
Approach
- Fundamental research on the combustion processes
- Functional development and calibration
- Vehicle integration and testing
- Study of novel fuel systems
HyInnoBurn
Industrial gas burner development for natural gas-hydrogen mixtures
Approach
- Experimental characterization of hydrogen flames
- CFD simulations
- Algorithmic topology optimization
- Production by additive manufacturing
HyInnoChem
Hydrogen peroxide and methanol synthesis using green hydrogen
Approach
- Multifunctional catalysts for adaptable synthesis
- Electrode, membrane and reactor development for highly concentrated and pure H2O2
- Model-based optimization of dynamic operation & LCA
HyInnoCells
Production of electrochemical cells
Approach
- Additive layer manufacturing using expanded metal grids
- Non-noble metal, inexpensive coatings
- Electrochemical testing
- Analysis of the potential for serial production and transfer to fuel cells
HyInnoSys
Market preparation, Hydrogen Ecosystem,
technology and knowledge transfer
Approach
- Develop viable business models and identify market introduction processes
- Analysis of the actors in the ecosystem, user acceptance of hydrogen technology
- Regulatory design of hydrogen-centred energy markets
- Techno-economic system analysis
- Derivation of future scenarios and implications for the coordination and development of hydrogen ecosystems