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Design and Construction of a 39.4kWh Hydrogen Fuel Generator for Sustainable Environment
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Renewable Energy
Abstract
This study presents the design, modelling, construction, and optimization of a 39.4 kWh hydrogen fuel generator. Hydrogen fuel cells are increasingly recognized as a sustainable energy solution, offering a clean alternative to fossil fuels. The initial phase involved defining the system parameters and creating a detailed simulation model in MATLAB/SIMULINK, which included components such as hydrogen storage systems, fuel cell stacks, and power conditioning units. The simulation allowed for the analysis of the generator's performance under various operational conditions, providing insights into efficiency and power output. Following the modelling phase, a physical prototype of the hydrogen generator was constructed. This involved selecting appropriate components, including fuel cells and storage tanks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards for hydrogen handling. The constructed system was subjected to rigorous performance testing to evaluate key characteristics such as efficiency, load response, and operational stability. Subsequently, optimization techniques were applied to enhance the generator's performance further. Data collected during testing were analyzed to identify trends and areas for improvement. The findings from this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge on hydrogen fuel technologies and demonstrate the potential of hydrogen generators as viable solutions for sustainable energy production.
Keywords
Hydrogen Fuel Generator, Sustainable Energy, Simulation Model, Performance Testing, Optimisation
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How to cite this paper
@article{1706956,
author = {Abiaziem, C.V., Bitrus, I.},
title = {Design and Construction of a 39.4kWh Hydrogen Fuel Generator for Sustainable Environment},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {8},
number = {7},
pages = {415-420},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706956.pdf},
abstract = {This study presents the design, modelling, construction, and optimization of a 39.4 kWh hydrogen fuel generator. Hydrogen fuel cells are increasingly recognized as a sustainable energy solution, offering a clean alternative to fossil fuels. The initial phase involved defining the system parameters and creating a detailed simulation model in MATLAB/SIMULINK, which included components such as hydrogen storage systems, fuel cell stacks, and power conditioning units. The simulation allowed for the analysis of the generator's performance under various operational conditions, providing insights into efficiency and power output. Following the modelling phase, a physical prototype of the hydrogen generator was constructed. This involved selecting appropriate components, including fuel cells and storage tanks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards for hydrogen handling. The constructed system was subjected to rigorous performance testing to evaluate key characteristics such as efficiency, load response, and operational stability. Subsequently, optimization techniques were applied to enhance the generator's performance further. Data collected during testing were analyzed to identify trends and areas for improvement. The findings from this study contribute to the growing body of knowledge on hydrogen fuel technologies and demonstrate the potential of hydrogen generators as viable solutions for sustainable energy production.},
keywords = {Hydrogen Fuel Generator, Sustainable Energy, Simulation Model, Performance Testing, Optimisation},
month = {January},
}