Oxford nanoSystems Unveils New Electrolyser Test Solutions

Industry news
29 May 2024
источник: Renewable Energy Magazine
Oxford nanoSystems has introduced two new products designed to speed up research and development (R&D) in electrolysis technology: the ElectroFlow ETS20 Multi-cell Electrolyser Test Station and the ElectroFlow MTF Multi-cell Electrolyser Test Fixture. These innovations aim to tackle a major challenge in the green hydrogen industry—improving the performance of electrolysers to lower production costs.

The demand for green hydrogen is growing rapidly due to its potential to decarbonize various industries and help achieve net zero targets. However, large-scale adoption of green hydrogen depends on making its production as cost-effective as traditional energy sources. This requires significant improvements in the efficiency of electrolysers, which are devices that produce hydrogen by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity.

The ElectroFlow ETS20 and MTF are designed to simplify the testing process for materials, components, and electrolysers. By enabling multiple tests to be conducted simultaneously under the same conditions, these tools allow for efficient comparison of different materials. This parallel testing capability is a key advantage, helping scientists and engineers to effectively evaluate the performance of critical cell components like membranes, electrodes, and coatings.

Compared to traditional testing methods, which often involve sequential testing of electrolyser cells and can be time-consuming and less efficient, Oxford nanoSystems’ new products offer a significant improvement in R&D efficiency. The ability to test multiple cells at once represents a major advancement.

The success of these new testing solutions will depend on their adoption within the industry and their impact on accelerating technological advancements. It is important to note that other companies are also developing automated testing rigs and AI-driven data analysis tools to enhance R&D productivity. For Oxford nanoSystems’ products to make a substantial impact, they must demonstrate clear advantages or complementary benefits over existing solutions.