Catalysts and fuels for producing hydrogen
US10449532B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/36
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Exemplary embodiments of methods and systems for hydrogen production using an electro-activated material (catalyst) are provided. The catalysts can be chosen from various elements that have characteristics that fall within a particular range. In some exemplary embodiments, a material can be electro-activated and used as a catalyst in a chemical reaction with a fuel such as water or another hydrogen containing molecule. Another fuel can also be added, such as aluminum, to generate hydrogen. Controlling the temperature of the reaction, the amount of the catalyst and/or the amounts of aluminum can provide hydrogen on demand at a desired rate of hydrogen generation.
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