Title :
Regenerative Fuel Cells for Energy Storage
Author :
Soloveichik, Grigorii L.
Author_Institution :
Gen. Electr. Global Res., Niskayuna, NY, USA
Abstract :
Regenerative or reversible fuel cells (RFCs) are capable of both power generation and, in a reverse mode, production of a fuel. This paper focuses on the use of hydrogen-based RFCs for energy storage applications. Alternative cathodes free from disadvantages of the oxygen cathode are considered. Ultimate replacement of compressed hydrogen with virtual hydrogen storage using organic hydrides as an anode active material is proposed.
Keywords :
electric power generation; electrochemical electrodes; fuel cells; hydrogen production; hydrogen storage; anode active material; cathodes free; compressed hydrogen; energy storage applications; fuel production; hydrogen-based RFC; organic hydrides; oxygen cathode; power generation; regenerative fuel cells; reversible fuel cells; virtual hydrogen storage; Batteries; Electrocatalysts; Energy conversion; Energy storage; Fuel cells; Fuels; Hydrogen; Hydrogen storage; Liguid fuels; Renewable energy sources; Electrocatalysts; energy storage; hydrogen; hydrogen storage; liquid fuels; oxygen; regenerative fuel cells (RFCs); renewable energy; seasonal energy storage;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/JPROC.2014.2314955
