SCOPE
Use of hydrogen as an energy source
Maturity Level
TRL 4
Development Level
Prototype
Integration of hydrogen systems in electrical grids
Entity:
The storage of electrical energy in the form of hydrogen can improve the performance and efficiency of electrical grids, but the integration of hydrogen devices into electrical grids presents many challenges, such as grid stability, communication, hierarchical control structure, remote control, inclusion of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. In this sense, we have developed methods for the optimal integration of hydrogen systems into electrical grids taking into account the mentioned problems, which solves the optimal energy management in the grid and integrates the controllers of each of the components. We have experience with very different types of electrical grids: the power train of a fuel cell vehicle with battery, micro-grids such as a hydrogen plant and electrical grids based on renewable sources.
Challenges met
- Integration of fuel cells in the power system of a vehicle
- Integration of hydrogen systems (PEM and SOFC) in electrical grids for distributed power generation
- Development of energy management systems in hybrid systems based on artificial intelligence
- Integration of high temperature cells in air conditioning systems
Scope of application
Companies that develop hydrogen refuelling stations, companies that manufacture fuel cell hybrid vehicles, companies that install hydrogen microgrids.
Main publications
- International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Available 14 feb. 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2023.01.191
- International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Vol. 46, Issue 45, pp: 23263-23278, 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.04.136
Related projects
- MASHED – Efficient Management of Energy Systems including Hybrid Electrochemical Energy Storage using Digitalisation Technologies
- PTI+ TRANS-ENER: Renewable hydrogen 60 H2 kg per day.
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