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COBEM 2023
27th International Congress of Mechanical Engineering
THE USE OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TO PRODUCE PROTON EXCHANGE MEMBRANE ELECTROLYZER CELL COMPONENTS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Submission Author:
Rodrigo Coelho , BA , Brazil
Co-Authors:
Leonardo Oliveira Passos da Silva, Bruno Caetano dos Santos Silva, Luã Fonseca Seixas, Samuel Miranda, André Souza Oliveira, Gerhard Ett, Rodrigo Coelho
Presenter: Bruna Callegari
doi://10.26678/ABCM.COBEM2023.COB2023-2113
Abstract
The transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources has driven extensive research into renewable options such as wind, solar, and green hydrogen. Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolyzer Cells (PEMECs) are considered a promising technology for hydrogen production, with bipolar plates (BPs) playing a crucial role in their structure and reactant transfer. Additive Manufacturing (AM), known for its cost-effective production of intricate 3D structures, has gained attention into electrochemical sciences. This study aims to explore the application of AM in manufacturing electrolytic cells, focusing on low-cost and high-efficiency PEMEC development. A systematic review was conducted using Scopus and Web of Science databases, identifying relevant articles based on topic-related keywords. The results reveal the versatility of AM in printing various materials, including metals and polymers, using different 3D printing technologies. Although limited studies exist on AM applied for green hydrogen components production, the technique demonstrates suitability in manufacturing complex components with high precision, reduced production time, and lower costs in this field. Further research is needed to fully explore the potential of AM in achieving sustainable and efficient hydrogen production in PEMECs.
Keywords
Additive manufacturing, Green Hydrogen, bipolar plate, Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolyzer Cells
