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Title:
In-situ and -operando X-ray computed tomographic visualization of multiphase flow and degradation phenomena in PEM water electrolyzers
Agreement Number:
1017017
Agreement Value:
$299,208.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
Proton exchange membrane water electrolyzers (PEMWE) use renewable energy for efficient and sustainable green hydrogen production. Developing resilient and low-cost PEMWE components is imperative to lower the green hydrogen cost. The PEMWE uses a membrane to transport ions between the anode and cathode, while preventing the intermixing of hydrogen and oxygen. However, the membrane is susceptible to degradation, consequently resulting in membrane thinning and gas crossover, leading to unsafe operation and shutdown. The Project leverages a collaboration between NRC and Simon Fraser University (SFU) to improve the fundamental understanding of PEMWE membrane degradation and failure. The Project will develop and utilize a novel approach for in-situ and -operando X-ray computed tomography to visualize the PEMWE and facilitate diagnosis of membrane failure mode, degradation mechanism, and root cause. The NRC-SFU research collaboration anticipated outcomes will foster rapid technological advancement and translate the technology for industrial application.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.

Location:
Burnaby, British Columbia, CA V5A 1S6
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q1-1017017
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
118520725
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
Simon Fraser University
Federal Riding Name:
Burnaby North--Seymour
Federal Riding Number:
59003
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Purpose:

Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.

NAICS Code:
541710 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences