Abstract
The adoption of liquid hydrogen (LH2) as an energy carrier presents significant opportunities for distributing large quantities of hydrogen efficiently. However, ensuring safety of LH2 transfer operations requires the evolution of suitable technologies and regulatory framework. This study offers an extensive overview of technical considerations and safety aspects pertaining to liquid hydrogen installations and mobile applications. A significant lack of regulations specifically tailored for LH2 transfer operations is highlighted. Additionally, experimental findings and outcomes of the modelling activities carried out in previous research are presented, shedding light on the combustion and ignition behaviour of liquid hydrogen during accident scenarios. The identification of research gaps and ongoing research projects underscores the importance of continued investigation and development of this critical area.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 164-182 |
| Number of pages | 19 |
| Journal | International Journal of Hydrogen Energy |
| Volume | 107 |
| Early online date | 10 Jan 2025 |
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| Publication status | Published (in print/issue) - 31 Mar 2025 |
Bibliographical note
This work was undertaken as part of the ELVHYS project No. 101101381 supported by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership and its members and the European Union. UK participants in Horizon Europe Project ELVHYS are supported by UKRI grant numbers 10063519 (University of Ulster) and 10070592 (Health and Safety Executive). Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or Clean Hydrogen JU. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.Keywords
- Hydrogen safety
- Liquid hydrogen
- Liquid hydrogen transfer operations
- Mobile applications
- Standards
