scholarly journals Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicles: Plotting a Scientific and Technological Knowledge Map

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 2334
Author(s):  
Izaskun Alvarez-Meaza ◽  
Enara Zarrabeitia-Bilbao ◽  
Rosa Maria Rio-Belver ◽  
Gaizka Garechana-Anacabe
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Research Collaboration ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Ghg Emissions ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Asia Pacific ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Knowledge Map ◽  
Hydrogen Energy

The fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) has been defined as a promising way to avoid road transport greenhouse emissions, but nowadays, they are not commercially available. However, few studies have attempted to monitor the global scientific research and technological profile of FCEVs. For this reason, scientific research and technological development in the field of FCEV from 1999 to 2019 have been researched using bibliometric and patent data analysis, including network analysis. Based on reports, the current status indicates that FCEV research topics have reached maturity. In addition, the analysis reveals other important findings: (1) The USA is the most productive in science and patent jurisdiction; (2) both Chinese universities and their authors are the most productive in science; however, technological development is led by Japanese car manufacturers; (3) in scientific research, collaboration is located within the tri-polar world (North America–Europe–Asia-Pacific); nonetheless, technological development is isolated to collaborations between companies of the same automotive group; (4) science is currently directing its efforts towards hydrogen production and storage, energy management systems related to battery and hydrogen energy, Life Cycle Assessment, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The technological development focuses on technologies related to electrically propelled vehicles; (5) the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy and SAE Technical Papers are the two most important sources of knowledge diffusion. This study concludes by outlining the knowledge map and directions for further research.

Assessment of the current state of hydrogen energy in Russia

2021 ◽  
pp. 134-150
Author(s):  
N.I. Andriyanov ◽  
M.P. Zasko ◽  
V.N. Dolgova
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Russian Federation ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Publication Activity ◽  
Hydrogen Energy ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Current State ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Russian Federation

Despite the great uncertainty in the timing that analysts indicate in their forecasts, the transition to a new energy system is inevitable. This transition does not mean an instant and complete abandonment of hydrocarbon energy, but its gradual replacement with energy sources that do not pollute the environment during operation, with a low «carbon footprint». And the role of hydrogen energy in this process is significant. The purpose of the article is to review and assess the current state of hydrogen energy in Russia, in particular on solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technologies. The article contains references from strategic and long-term planning documents in the field of energy, indicating the main directions of development of hydrogen energy in the Russian Federation; hydrogen energy technologies, including fuel cell technologies (FC): general characteristics, scope of their application, five main types of FC, and in more detail - the general characteristics and scope of SOFC as the most promising from the point of view of practical application and the level of technological development. The monitoring of publication activity on the subject of the SOFC was carried out, the methodology of which is based on the use of advanced search tools of the international scientific citation systems Web of Science and Scopus by keywords. The dynamics of the publication activity of scientists who conducted research on the subject of SOFC for the period 1990-2020 is presented; monitoring of the publication activity of 10 world leaders in scientific research in the field of SOFC for the period 2010-2020 and separately – the rating of Russian scientific organizations for the period 1990-2020. The results of the research of foreign scientists involved in this topic within the framework of megagrant projects, as well as the results of competitive selections within the framework of state support for young Russian scientists (grants and scholarships of the President of the Russian Federation) are analyzed.

Status and Issues of Hydrogen Energy R&D in Korea

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moon-Sun Chung ◽  
Jong-Won Kim
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Fossil Fuel ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Hydrogen Energy ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Hydrogen Economy ◽  
The World ◽  
Education Science

In the era of fossil fuel shortage and soaring oil prices under the condition of severe environmental problems we are facing now, an increasing need for sustainable development of new energy technology as a substitute of fossil fuel has become an issue of great concern throughout the world. Most of energy consumed in Korea, over 96%, is imported from foreign countries, especially Middle East. Korea is now ranked the 10th energy consumed country in the world. That is why we are interesting in hydrogen economy. As a result, hydrogen and fuel cell technology was selected as one of economic growth engines for next generation, and strongly supported by Korea government. Also, the government set Hydrogen Economy Policy in 2005. There are four R&D programs on hydrogen and fuel cell in Korea. Two of them are supported by MEST (Ministry of Education, Science and Technology) and others are funded by MKE (Ministry of Knowledge Economy). The hydrogen production technologies examined in Korea cover 3 main bases, fossil fuel, renewable energy including bio-hydrogen technology, and nuclear power. In October 2003, Korean government launched Hydrogen Energy R&D Center (HERC) as a member of the 21st Century Frontier R&D programs supported by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MEST). The HERC has conducted research on the key technologies for the production, storage, and utilization of hydrogen energy for expediting realization of hydrogen economy based on renewable energy sources. The main purposes of this paper are to overview the current status of research programs conducted by Hydrogen Energy R&D Center based on the patent applications as well as research topics and to introduce specific achievements in each research program.

Technology transfer tools and mechanisms

2020 ◽  
pp. 87-92
Author(s):  
N. I. Hornostai ◽  
O. Y. Mykhalchenkova ◽  
O. І. Lyubarsky
Keyword(s):  
Technology Transfer ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
World Market ◽  
Industrial Sector ◽  
Automated System ◽  
Real Economy ◽  
International Technology Transfer ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Technological Transfer

In the context of the need for sustainable development of the national economy and joining the group of leading countries — technology suppliers, the organization of a technology transfer system, which ensures the transition of the results of innovative activities from the stage of scientific research to the stage of practical application, becomes one of the most important tools for the scientific and technological development of the country. Technology transfer is a rather complex system with a sufficient variety of participants and resources, which are the “tool of the initiative and communication plan” that promote and are necessary for continuous innovation in the modern economy. The tools and mechanisms of technology transfer are discussed in the article, a model for the implementation of international technology transfer in UkrISTEI through the Automated system for the formation of interstate information resources, the International technological platform for the technology transfer of collective use, the Interregional Office for the Transfer of Knowledge and Technologies, the Open Innovation Platform was presented; these objects are participating parts in export and import of innovative technologies and form a modern mechanism for the transfer of these technologies between countries. The process of technological transfer necessary to assess the benefits obtained as a result of technology transfer and ways to achieve these benefits has been investigated. The authors of the article presented the relevance of scientific research in the field of technological transfer, which is explained by the following reasons: effective organization of the technology transfer process contributes to an increase in the implementation of state innovation programs in relation to the modernization and innovation of the real economy; technology transfer facilitates the continuous movement of research and development results (projects) into the industrial sector of the economy; the efficiency of technological transfer makes it possible to accelerate the formation of scientific, technological and industrial ties, as well as to strengthen the position of national production in the world market of science-intensive developments.

Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy

2014 ◽  
Vol 83 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-69
Author(s):  
Akihiko FUKUNAGA
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Hydrogen Energy

scholarly journals Towards Deep Decarbonisation of Energy-Intensive Industries: A Review of Current Status, Technologies and Policies

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (9) ◽  
pp. 2408
Author(s):  
Anissa Nurdiawati ◽  
Frauke Urban
Keyword(s):  
Technological Development ◽  
Steel Production ◽  
Political Support ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Price Support ◽  
Reference Case ◽  
Technological Trajectories ◽  
Industrial Sectors ◽  
Energy Intensive Industries

Industries account for about 30% of total final energy consumption worldwide and about 20% of global CO2 emissions. While transitions towards renewable energy have occurred in many parts of the world in the energy sectors, the industrial sectors have been lagging behind. Decarbonising the energy-intensive industrial sectors is however important for mitigating emissions leading to climate change. This paper analyses various technological trajectories and key policies for decarbonising energy-intensive industries: steel, mining and minerals, cement, pulp and paper and refinery. Electrification, fuel switching to low carbon fuels together with technological breakthroughs such as fossil-free steel production and CCS are required to bring emissions from energy-intensive industry down to net-zero. A long-term credible carbon price, support for technological development in various parts of the innovation chain, policies for creating markets for low-carbon materials and the right condition for electrification and increased use of biofuels will be essential for a successful transition towards carbon neutrality. The study focuses on Sweden as a reference case, as it is one of the most advanced countries in the decarbonisation of industries. The paper concludes that it may be technically feasible to deep decarbonise energy-intensive industries by 2045, given financial and political support.

scholarly journals Drivers and Barriers to the Adoption of Fuel Cell Passenger Vehicles and Buses in Germany

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 833
Author(s):  
Gregory Trencher ◽  
Achmed Edianto
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Original Data ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Market Penetration ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Cell Technology ◽  
Passenger Vehicles ◽  
Institutional Issues ◽  
The World ◽  
Privately Owned

As policymakers and automotive stakeholders around the world seek to accelerate the electrification of road transport with hydrogen, this study focuses on the experiences of Germany, a world leader in fuel cell technology. Specifically, it identifies and compares the drivers and barriers influencing the production and market penetration of privately-owned fuel cell electric passenger vehicles (FCEVs) and fuel cell electric buses (FCEBs) in public transit fleets. Using original data collected via a survey and 17 interviews, we elicited the opinions of experts to examine opportunities and obstacles in Germany from four perspectives: (i) the supply of vehicles (ii) refuelling infrastructure, (iii) demand for vehicles, and (iv) cross-cutting institutional issues. Findings indicate that despite multiple drivers, there are significant challenges hampering the growth of the hydrogen mobility market. Several are more pronounced in the passenger FCEV market. These include the supply and cost of production, the lack of German automakers producing FCEVs, the profitability and availability of refuelling stations, and low demand for vehicles. In light of these findings, we extract implications for international policymakers and future studies. This study provides a timely update on efforts to spur the deployment of hydrogen mobility in Germany and addresses the underrepresentation of studies examining both buses and passenger vehicles in tandem.

scholarly journals Investigation Efficiency and Microcontroller-Based Energy Flow Control for Wind-Solar-Fuel Cell Hybrid Energy Generation System with Battery Storage

2017 ◽  
Vol 50 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 159-168 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yavuz Bahadır Koca ◽  
Yüksel Oğuz ◽  
Ahmet Yönetken
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Flow Control ◽  
Energy Flow ◽  
Energy Generation ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Hydrogen Energy ◽  
Generation System ◽  
Energy Sustainability ◽  
Hybrid Energy

In this proposal, microcontroller-based energy flow control was designed in order to effectively and efficiently enable the use of energy sources in a hybrid energy generation system including wind, solar, and hydrogen energy. It was assumed that the hybrid energy generation system is dynamic during the design of the microcontroller-based energy flow control. A wind–solar energy generation system was determined as the base load power plant. Depending on the demand, the battery group and fuel cell were activated effectively. If an energy surplus occurred, it was stored in battery groups and transformed into hydrogen energy via a hydrogen generator simultaneously. In addition to providing energy sustainability, a constant active status of the energy storage group was prevented and the physical life of the group was prolonged by means of the microcontroller-based control system. If consumer demand could not be met by the main energy sources including wind and solar energy, the battery groups and fuel cell were activated and provided the energy sustainability. After a certain level of charge was reached in the battery group, it was deactivated via the control system in order to prevent unnecessary use of energy. By means of the microcontroller-based control system, the usage of energy generated with the hybrid energy generation system was analysed according to its efficiency.

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