Controlled hydrogen generation by reaction of aluminum/sodium hydroxide/sodium stannate solid mixture with water

Aluminum/water reaction system has gained considerable attention for potential hydrogen storage applications. In this paper, we report a new aluminum-based hydrogen generation system that is composed of aluminum/sodium hydroxide/sodium stannate solid mixture and water. This new system is characterized by the features as follows: the combined usage of sodium hydroxide and sodium stannate promoters, the use of solid fuel in a tablet form and the direct use of water as a reaction controlling agent. The factors that influence the hydrogen generation performance of the system were investigated. The optimized system exhibits a favorable combination of high hydrogen generation rate, high fuel conversion, rapid dynamic response, which makes it promising for portable hydrogen source applications.

Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights▶ A new aluminum-based H2 generation system is reported. ▶ The system is composed of aluminum/sodium hydroxide/sodium stannate solid mixture and water. ▶ On-demand H2 generation can be achieved by regulating water supply to the solid fuel.