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Strategies To Improve the Performance of Hydrogen Storage Systems by Liquefaction Methods: A Comprehensive Review

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Ghorbani, Bahram, Zendehboudi, Sohrab, Saady, Noori M. Cata, Duan, Xili, Albayati, Talib M.·2023·ACS Omega

Abstract

liquefaction cycles. In addition, the substitution of LNG cold recovery for the precooling cycle is associated with the lower SEC and cost compared to its combination with the precooling cycle.

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This review synthesizes strategies to improve liquid hydrogen storage via liquefaction, focusing on reducing specific energy consumption (SEC) and cost while considering exergy, economics, safety, and environment. It concludes cost-efficient systems require production rates >100 tonne/day, efficiency >40%, SEC <6 kWh/kgLH2, and investment costs of 1–2 $/kgLH2.

Key findings

  • Cost-efficient H2 liquefaction systems are those with production rates >100 tonne/day, efficiency >40%, SEC <6 kWh/kgLH2, and investment costs of 1–2 $/kgLH2; current commercial plants have SEC of 11.9–15 kWh/kgLH2 and price of 2.5–3 $/kgLH2.
  • Increasing the stages of ortho- to para-H2 conversion lowers SEC and increases investment costs; using 2–3 reactors can balance SEC reduction and conversion reactor cost.
  • Using low-temperature waste heat from industries and renewable energy in absorption cooling cycles (ACCs) for precooling is significantly more efficient than electricity generation in power generation cycles used for H2 liquefaction.
  • LNG cold recovery substitution for the precooling cycle is associated with lower SEC and cost compared to its combination with the precooling cycle; one reported case reduced SEC by approximately 47.4% (from 11.7 to 6.15 kWh/kgLH2) and LCOH from 6.08 to 3 $/kgLH2.

Methods

  • Design: comprehensive review of approaches to improve H2 liquefaction, including ACCs, ejector cooling, LN2/LNG/liquid air cold energy recovery, cascade and mixed refrigerant systems, integration with other structures, optimization algorithms, renewable energy, and pinch analysis.
  • Data/sample: published studies, technical characteristics tables (e.g., Tables 2–12), plant data, and standards/codes; no primary experimental sample is used.
  • Analysis: comparative synthesis of energy/exergy efficiency, SEC, capital/operating costs, capacity, complexity, emissions, safety, and standards, with identification of knowledge gaps.

Limitations

  • Stated: more research is needed on the economic prospects of ACC replacement and ejector cooling; further study should focus on environmental impacts based on refrigerants, electricity consumption, and equipment type; risk analysis for liquid H2 fueling stations is restricted due to fewer operational stations.
  • Evident: as a review, conclusions rely on reported literature and may be constrained by heterogeneous assumptions, scales, and process configurations across cited studies; no new experimental or simulation data are generated.

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  • Premisecitation

    The main challenge in material-based H2 storage techniques is the development of progressive materials for efficient H2 storage.

    “The main challenge in material-based techniques is the development of progressive materials for efficient H2 storage.50”
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    The mutation and conversion rates can be enhanced by using proper catalysts such as sodium oxide, iron(III), nickel, chromium, manganese, all metals with paramagnetic properties, rhodium phosphine complex, potassium triphenyl complex, and ruthenium.

    “The mutation and conversion rates can be enhanced by using proper catalysts of sodium oxide, iron(III), nickel, chromium, manganese, all metals with paramagnetic properties, rhodium phosphine complex, potassium triphenyl complex, and ruthenium.156”
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      The Catalyst Survey and Activities of Catalysts sections (page numbers unavailable) report ortho–para hydrogen conversion using chromium, iron, nickel, and manganese catalysts, with some outperforming the chromic-oxide reference. The paper does not support sodium oxide, rhodium phosphine complex, potassium triphenyl complex, or ruthenium as catalysts, or the blanket claim that all paramagnetic metals enhance conversion. Its results also show that magnetic susceptibility alone did not ensure an outstanding catalyst. (LLM, conf=0.90)

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    Special liquid H2 storage tanks can solve the problem of transporting H2, especially over long distances.

    “However, special liquid H2 storage tanks can solve the problem of transporting H2, especially over long distances.144”
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    Cho et al. found that modification of the liquefaction structure using regasification of LNG and its optimization decreased the SEC from 4.36 to 4.07 kWh/kgLH2.

    “The results indicated that the modification of the liquefaction structure using regasification of LNG and its optimization decreased the SEC from 4.36 to 4.07 kWh/kgLH2.”
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    Theoretically, the minimum energy needed in the H2 liquefaction process for gaseous feed H2 at 25 bar is about 2.7 kWh/kgLH2.

    “Theoretically, the minimum energy needed in the H2 liquefaction process for gaseous feed H2 at 25 bar is about 2.7 kWh/kgLH2.139”
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    Cost-efficient H2 liquefaction systems have production rates greater than 100 tonne/day, efficiency greater than 40%, SEC less than 6 kWh/kgLH2, and investment costs of 1-2 $/kgLH2.

    “The cost-efficient H2 liquefaction systems are those with higher production rates (>100 tonne/day), higher efficiency (>40%), lower SEC (<6 kWh/kgLH2), and lower investment costs (1–2 $/kgLH2).”
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      Sections 3.6 and 5.2 link plants of around 100 tonnes/day or more with lower liquefaction costs, and section 3.3 describes a conceptual 100-tonne/day process with 43% exergy efficiency and the potential for SEC below 6 kWh/kg. But these are projections or targets, not established criteria for cost-efficient systems. The cited figures concern liquefaction cost per kilogram, not investment cost, and do not establish the claimed $1–2/kg investment-cost range. (LLM, conf=0.88)

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    The densities of liquid H2 and high-pressure gas are 70.8 and under 40 kg/m3, respectively.

    “The densities of liquid H2 and high-pressure gas, are, respectively 70.8 and under 40 kg/m3.41”
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    The ortho- to para-H2 conversion appears with a transition from the ortho triplet state to a para singlet state, which in the normal state is very slow.

    “The ortho- to para-H2 conversion appears with a transition from the ortho triplet state to a para singlet state, which in the normal state of this transition is very slow, and more time is spent in this process.101,152,153”
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    • cites [153] Baker C., 1979

      The passages in section 4.2 and the appendices discuss hydrogen-liquefaction costs, not the mechanism or speed of ortho-to-para conversion. Searches for the triplet-to-singlet transition, conversion rate, and catalysts found no passage addressing the claim in our copy. (LLM, conf=0.76)

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    H2 energy storage is the main option for longer periods with higher storage capacity.

    “Hydrogen (H2) energy storage is the main option for longer periods with higher storage capacity.12,13”
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    • cites [12] source

      Section 2.1 (page unavailable) describes hydrogen as one of the promising technologies for long-term, large-scale energy storage, supporting the duration and capacity aspects. It does not call hydrogen the main option; the same section identifies pumped hydro as the leading storage technology. (LLM, conf=0.88)

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    • cites [13] Valenti G., 2016 source
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    Noh et al. found that the SEC in the first and second LNG cold recovery structures decreased by 5.14% and 8.13%, respectively, compared to the basic cycle.

    “Similar results demonstrated that the SEC in the first and second structures has decreased by 5.14% and 8.13%, respectively, compared to the basic cycle.”
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      The SEC comparison in the paper’s “Parameter Value” passage reports reductions of 5.11% for Design 1 and 8.13% for Design 2 relative to the base case. The citing sentence matches the second figure but gives 5.14% rather than 5.11% for the first; no page number is provided for this passage. (LLM, conf=0.94)

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    Most of the cold energy of LNG (830 kJ/kg) is lost in seawater as it changes phase from liquid (114 K) to gas or is partially heated before being compressed and entering pipelines.

    “In general, most of the cold energy of LNG (830 kJ/kg) is lost in seawater as it changes phase from liquid (114 K) to gas or is partially heated before being compressed and entering pipelines.”
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    • cites [217] source

      The Introduction says that a large amount of LNG cold energy is typically discarded to seawater during regasification. Section 2 describes approximately 220 kcal/kg of recoverable energy and an LNG inlet temperature of −165 °C, but does not support the claimed 830 kJ/kg or 114 K. The cited passages also do not establish the stated sequence of partial heating, compression, and pipeline entry. (LLM, conf=0.86)

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    The main advantages of a mixed refrigerant system over pure refrigerant cycles are the simpler arrangement of its cycle equipment, its greater flexibility to provide cooling at different temperature levels by changing the percentage of refrigerant composition, and the system's greater reversibility in a temperature range due to refrigerant evaporation.

    “The main advantages of a mixed refrigerant system over pure refrigerant cycles are the simpler arrangement of its cycle equipment, its greater flexibility to provide cooling at different temperature levels by changing the percentage of refrigerant composition, and the system’s greater reversibility in a temperature range due to refrigerant evaporation.181,270,271”
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    • cites [181] Mafi, M. Development in mixed refrigerant cycles for separation systems of petrochemical industries and thermo-economical optimization through combined pinch and exergy analysis. Doctoral dissertation, PhD Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Khajeh Nasir Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, 2009.

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    The essential instruments in the targeting phase of CPEA are exergy composite diagrams (ECCs) and exergy grand composite diagrams (EGCCs), which are obtained by replacing the temperature axis in the CCs and GCCs with the Carnot factor.

    “The essential instruments in the targeting phase of CPEA are exergy composite diagrams (ECCs) and exergy grand composite diagrams (EGCCs), which are obtained by replacing the temperature axis in the CCs and GCCs with the Carnot factor .283,307−310”
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      Section 5 (page not available in our copy) says that replacing temperature with the Carnot factor in composite curves produces exergy composite curves (ECCs), which the authors use in an exergy-loss targeting analysis. The paper discusses grand composite curves separately in Section 2, but the passages do not describe exergy grand composite curves (EGCCs) or identify ECCs and EGCCs together as essential instruments in CPEA targeting. (LLM, conf=0.87)

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    Composite curves (CC) and grand composite curves (GCC) are the essential tools of pinch technology to achieve the desired goals in the goal-setting stage.

    “Composite curves (CC) and grand composite curves (GCC) are the essential tools of pinch technology to achieve the desired goals in the goal-setting stage.305,306”
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      The passage discussing prior hydrogen-liquefaction work says that researchers applied the pinch method to heat exchangers, but it does not discuss composite curves or grand composite curves. Searches for those curves and their role in goal-setting found no supporting passage in our copy. (LLM, conf=0.75)

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    Mechanical, electrical, thermal, and chemical energy storage techniques are often used.

    “Mechanical, electrical, thermal, and chemical energy storage techniques are often used.318,319”
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      The Introduction (page not provided) says energy may be stored in mechanical, chemical, or thermal forms and identifies compressed air storage as a mechanical method. It does not include electrical storage in that list or establish how often the listed techniques are used. (LLM, conf=0.87)

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    This integration leads to higher efficiency, lower environmental influence, and lower expenses.

    “This integration leads to higher efficiency, lower environmental influence, and lower expenses.175,333”
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      The Discussion says using nuclear waste heat improves the cycle’s overall efficiency, and the Simulation results say the process could eliminate greenhouse-gas emissions. But those results also say its efficiency is currently lower than SMR’s and that costs may fall eventually; they do not establish that the integration already delivers lower expenses. (LLM, conf=0.88)

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    Standards rules are essential to ensure the safety of commercial H2 equipment and processes.

    “The standards generally establish technical definitions, minimum performance criteria, and fundamental principles for building and testing H2 liquefaction systems; these rules are essential to ensure the safety of commercial H2 equipment and processes.392”
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    • cites [392] Yang Y., 2019 source

      Section 2.4 describes hydrogen standards as a basis for standardization and lists standards for the safety of hydrogen systems, materials, production, and storage. This supports the general point that standards matter for hydrogen safety, but the cited paper does not establish the sentence’s more specific claim about rules for building and testing H2 liquefaction systems. (LLM, conf=0.83)

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    Interpretationcitation

    The two main purposes for the supply chain of liquid H2 in the future are decreasing the specific liquefaction cost and the SEC to 1-2 US$/kgH2 and 6-8 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The two main purposes for the supply chain of liquid H2 in the future are decreasing the specific liquefaction cost and the SEC to 1–2 US$/kgH2 and 6–8 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.59”
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    Existing liquefaction systems use adsorbents to remove impurities, which may not be suitable for large systems (i.e., >50 TPD).

    “Existing liquefaction systems use adsorbents to remove impurities, which may not be suitable for large systems (i.e., >50 TPD).59”
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    The three main factors for the development of the main standards of H2 fueling stations based on risk assessment techniques include (i) the various contexts and infrastructures involved, (ii) the probability of leakage, failure, and combustion, and (iii) the physical behavior of H2 in release, combustion, and accumulation.

    “The three main factors for the development of the main standards of H2 fueling stations based on risk assessment techniques include (i) the various contexts and infrastructures involved, (ii) the probability of leakage, failure, and combustion, and (iii) the physical behavior of H2 in release, combustion, and accumulation.387”
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    Standards generally establish technical definitions, minimum performance criteria, and fundamental principles for building and testing H2 liquefaction systems.

    “The standards generally establish technical definitions, minimum performance criteria, and fundamental principles for building and testing H2 liquefaction systems; these rules are essential to ensure the safety of commercial H2 equipment and processes.392”
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    • cites [392] Yang Y., 2019 source

      Section 2.4 (page not provided) identifies hydrogen standards covering terminology, safety, construction and testing, which supports the general description of what hydrogen standards address. But the paper does not establish that these standards set minimum performance criteria or fundamental principles for building and testing H2 liquefaction systems specifically; its liquid-hydrogen examples concern vehicle tanks and fuelling interfaces. (LLM, conf=0.86)

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    The total on-site storage capacity at LC-39B is about 8000 m3.

    “The total on-site storage capacity at LC-39B is about 8000 m3.417,418”
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    • cites [417] Fesmire J. E., 2021

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    • cites [418] Fesmire J., 2022 source

      The Abstract says the new tank at Launch Complex 39B will add 4,700 m³, bringing total on-site capacity to roughly 8,000 m³. It describes that total as a future capacity, not one already available, while the claim says the capacity “is” about 8,000 m³. (LLM, conf=0.83)

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    Findingcitation

    Increasing the stages of ortho- to para-H2 conversion lowers the SEC of H2 liquefaction, with rapid reduction from the first to the second reactor and slow reduction thereafter.

    “Increasing the stages in the conversion of ortho- to para-H2 lowers the SEC and increases the investment costs.”
    • Also stated in: § Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Hydrogen · plain
      “The SEC of the H2 liquefaction cycle is decreased by increasing the stages of ortho- to para-H2 conversion. The slope of reducing the SEC by increasing the ortho- to para-H2 conversion stages from the first to the second reactor is done rapidly, and from the second reactor onward, it is done slowly.164”
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    Findingnone given

    The improvement rate of efficiency (energy and exergy) in some techniques for decreasing SEC is low compared to the reduction in total expenses and an increase in system complexities.

    “Also, the improvement rate of efficiency (energy and exergy) in some techniques for decreasing the SEC is low compared to the reduction in total expenses and an increase in system complexities.”
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    Findingnone given

    In most research works on H2 liquefaction systems, more emphasis has been placed on lowering SEC while capital/operating costs, complexity levels, and relative emissions have been overlooked.

    “Nonetheless, it can be noticed that in most research works on H2 liquefaction systems, more emphasis has been placed on lowering the SEC while capital/operating costs, complexity levels, and relative emissions have been overlooked.”
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    Findingnone given

    No comprehensive review studies have been conducted to improve the performance of hydrogen liquefaction systems considering energy consumption, energy/exergy efficiency, capital/operating costs, capacity, complexity levels, and relative emissions.

    “To the best of our knowledge, no comprehensive review studies have been conducted to improve the performance of hydrogen liquefaction systems considering energy consumption, energy/exergy efficiency, capital/operating costs, capacity, complexity levels, and relative emissions.”
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    The majority of the H2 liquefaction factories listed are in North American countries.

    “The majority of these factories are in North American countries.”
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    A hydrogen liquefaction capacity of 263 MTPD was reported in North America.

    “A hydrogen liquefaction capacity of 263 MTPD was reported in North America.”
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    California, Louisiana, Indiana, New York, Alabama, Ontario, Quebec, and Tennessee were assigned 30, 70, 30, 40, 30, 30, 27, and 6, respectively.

    “California, Louisiana, Indiana, New York, Alabama, Ontario, Quebec, and Tennessee were assigned 30, 70, 30, 40, 30, 30, 27, and 6, respectively.”
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    Premisecitation

    Liquid hydrogen storage faces high specific energy consumption, low exergy efficiency, high total expenses, and boil-off gas losses.

    “The main challenges of liquid hydrogen (H2) storage as one of the most promising techniques for large-scale transport and long-term storage include its high specific energy consumption (SEC), low exergy efficiency, high total expenses, and boil-off gas losses.”
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      “The main challenges for liquid H2 (LH2) storage include its high specific energy consumption (SEC), low exergy efficiency, and inevitable boil-off gas (IBOG) losses.39,40”
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    Premisecitation

    Isothermal converters eliminate the flow temperature increase in adiabatic reactors, but increase the equipment required in the liquefaction procedure, increasing operational and capital costs.

    “Isothermal converters are used to eliminate the flow temperature increase in adiabatic reactors, but this method increases the equipment required in the liquefaction procedure, which increases operational and capital costs.69”
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    Continuous conversion has the highest efficiency and the lowest energy consumption compared to isothermal and adiabatic methods.

    “Continuous conversion has the highest efficiency and the lowest energy consumption compared to isothermal and adiabatic methods.163”
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    Premisecitation

    H2 low-temperature compression is a promising strategy for H2 storage but has not yet been commercialized.

    “H2 low-temperature compression (cryo-compressed) reduces the problems caused by the volume and pressure required by compression methods and the IBOG losses due to liquefaction; it is a promising strategy for H2 storage, but it has not yet been commercialized.43,44”
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    H2, helium, and Ne are the candidates used separately and in mixtures for the cooling and liquefaction steps.

    “H2, helium, and Ne are the candidates used separately and in mixtures for the cooling and liquefaction steps.187”
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    H2 transportation in the gaseous state requires large storage tanks with high pressure, which is not justified due to the tank's resistance.

    “Therefore, H2 transportation in the gaseous state requires large storage tanks with high pressure, which is not justified due to the tank’s resistance.143”
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    The ortho- to para-H2 conversion is essential for LH2 production in distant transport and to decrease IBOG losses.

    “Thus, the ortho- to para-H2 conversion is essential for LH2 production in distant transport and to decrease IBOG losses.”
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    Premisecitation

    The dehydrogenation temperatures of CH3OH, LOHCs, and NH3 are up to 420, 50-250, and 650 °C, respectively.

    “The dehydrogenation temperatures of CH3OH, LOHCs, and NH3 were reported to be up to 420, 50–250, and 650 °C, respectively.53,56”
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    Adiabatic converters are easy to accomplish but increase the flow temperature after the exchangers and require numerous beds, causing an increase in temperature and cost and a reduction in thermal efficiency.

    “Adiabatic converters are easy to accomplish, but they increase the flow temperature after the exchangers and require numerous beds, which causes an increase in temperature and cost and a reduction in thermal efficiency.”
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    Ortho-H2 has a higher energy grade than para-H2 and is an excited condition; para-H2 has a lower energy surface and is easily formed at a lower temperature.

    “The ortho-H2 with a higher energy grade than para-H2 is an excited condition. Also, para-H2 with a lower energy surface is easily formed at a lower temperature.157”
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    Premisecitation

    Environmentally friendly fuels for storing H2 include chemical-based fuels such as methanol, ammonia, and formic acid, but they are not cost effective in pure H2 production due to high SEC at high temperatures for dehydrogenation and purification.

    “Environmentally friendly fuels for storing H2 include chemical-based fuels such as methanol, ammonia, and formic acid. Nowadays, they are not cost effective in pure H2 production due to the high SEC at high temperatures for dehydrogenation and purification.53”
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    Liquefaction storage systems face challenges such as a lack of efficiency, high economic expense, and a lack of creative technological advancement.

    “Notwithstanding the numerous advantages of liquefaction storage systems, it should be highlighted that these technologies face numerous challenges, such as a lack of efficiency, a high economic expense, and a lack of creative technological advancement.146”
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    The boiling and melting points for para-H2 are 0.1 K lower than those of normal H2.

    “The boiling and melting point for para-H2 are 0.1 K lower than those of normal H2.151”
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    • cites [151] Fukai Y., 2006 source
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    Premisecitation

    For large H2 liquefaction factories, the high-temperature difference in low temperatures prevents using LN2; using LN2 for precooling up to 80 K is less efficient.

    “For large H2 liquefaction factories, the high-temperature difference in low temperatures prevents using LN2; using LN2 for precooling up to 80 K is less efficient.”
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    • cites [185] Walnum H. T., 2012, Refrig. Sci. Technol.

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    Expanders can be used to lower the temperature of H2 during an isentropic expansion process, which always reduces the temperature of ideal and nonideal gases.

    “Moreover, expanders can be used to lower the temperature of H2 during an isentropic expansion process, which always reduces the temperature of ideal and nonideal gases.186”
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    • cites [186] Maytal B.-Z., 2012 source
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    Standard H2 storage tanks operate at 350-700 bar and have not yet reached the DOE storage targets of 6.5 wt% or 0.050 kgH2/L for on-board H2 storage.

    “Standard H2 storage tanks are used at an operating pressure of 350–700 bar and have not yet reached the storage gravimetric/volumetric target of 6.5 wt % or 0.050 kgH2/L for the desired driving range (the Department of Energy (DOE) targets for on-board H2 storage).33−38”
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    H2 gas cannot be liquefied at ambient temperature only by using the J-T process, and a precooling process is necessary.

    “As a result, H2 gas cannot be liquefied at ambient temperature only by using the J–T process, and a precooling process is necessary.182”
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    • cites [182] Weisend J. G., 1998
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    Increasing the capacity of H2 liquefaction systems increases capital investment and system complexity.

    “Moreover, increasing the capacity of H2 liquefaction systems increases capital investment and system complexity.”
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    Part of the cooling can be done at a higher temperature by compressing the feed to a greater pressure, which reduces the power consumption to provide the needed refrigeration but boosts the cost of condensation at ambient temperature.

    “Part of the cooling can be done at a higher temperature by compressing the feed to a greater pressure, which reduces the power consumption to provide the needed refrigeration but boosts the cost of condensation at ambient temperature.185”
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    • cites [185] Walnum H. T., 2012, Refrig. Sci. Technol.

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    The ortho- to para-H2 conversion is exothermic and temperature associated, causing some H2 to be wasted as boil-off gas when storing liquid H2.

    “The ortho- to para-H2 conversion is exothermic and temperature associated. As a result, when storing liquid H2, some of the H2 is wasted, which is called boil-off gas.158,159”
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    The Claude cycle uses more heat exchangers to liquefy H2 and has greater efficiency than the L-H process.

    “Also, the Claude cycle compared to the L–H process uses more heat exchangers to liquefy H2 and has a greater efficiency.68,69”
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    • cites [69] source
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    Metal hydrides have problems such as high adsorption/desorption temperatures, low reversibility, mass density limitations, slow kinetics, and the energy required, and most research investigations are conducted at a laboratory scale.

    “Metal hydrides have special problems, such as high adsorption/desorption temperatures, low reversibility, mass density limitations, slow kinetics, and the energy required, and most research investigations are conducted at a laboratory scale.48,49”
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    By decreasing the temperature to the normal boiling point of H2 (21.2 K), approximately 99.9% para-H2 can be produced.

    “By decreasing the temperature to the normal boiling point of H2 (21.2 K), approximately 99.9% para-H2 can be produced.”
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    The selection of the appropriate precooling refrigerant and the optimal configuration of the precooling section provide promising guidelines for reducing the total SEC in the liquefaction structure.

    “The selection of the appropriate precooling refrigerant and the optimal configuration of the precooling section provide promising guidelines for reducing the total SEC in the liquefaction structure.176”
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    Most studies on physical adsorption for H2 storage are on a laboratory scale and did not meet DOE technical requirements.

    “Most of the studies about this method are on a laboratory scale that did not meet the DOE technical requirements.30,45−47”
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    • cites [30] Kayfeci, M.; Keçebaş, A. Hydrogen storage. In Solar Hydrogen Production; Calise, F., D’Accadia, M. D., Santarelli, M., Lanzini, A., Ferrero, D., Eds. Academic Press, 2019; Chapter 4, pp 85–110. source
    • cites [45] Bruch L. W., 2007

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    Using LAC recovery instead of the two-stage MRC in the H2 liquefaction system reduced the SEC, COP, and exergy yield from 6.42 to 5.955 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1642 to 0.1280, and 39.41% to 29.3%, respectively.

    “The results revealed that using LAC recovery instead of the two-stage MRC in the H2 liquefaction system reduced the SEC, COP, and exergy yield from 6.42 to 5.955 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1642 to 0.1280, and 39.41% to 29.3%, respectively.”
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    The SEC, COP, and exergy yield in the basic H2 liquefaction process were 7.69 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1710, and 39.5%, respectively.

    “The SEC, COP, and exergy yield in the basic H2 liquefaction process71 were 7.69 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1710, and 39.5%, respectively.”
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    The SEC, specific CO2 emissions, and exergy yield were calculated to be 6.71 kWh/kgLH2, 2.641 kgCO2/kgLH2, and 35.7%, respectively.

    “The SEC, specific CO2 emissions, and exergy yield were calculated to be 6.71 kWh/kgLH2, 2.641 kgCO2/kgLH2, and 35.7%, respectively.”
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    Mixed refrigerant precooling systems can be used as an auxiliary precooling part of H2 liquefaction systems and consume less power and are more efficient than closed single-component cycles.

    “Mixed refrigerant precooling systems can be used as an auxiliary precooling part of H2 liquefaction systems. These systems consume less power and are more efficient than closed single-component cycles.175”
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    The exergy yield and SEC of the system were calculated to be 31.6% and 12.7 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The exergy yield and SEC of the system were calculated to be 31.6% and 12.7 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.”
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    The COP and exergy yield of the developed liquefaction process were 0.162 and 67.9%, respectively.

    “Also, the COP and exergy yield of the developed liquefaction process were 0.162 and 67.9%, respectively.”
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    The Claude process has higher liquefaction efficiency and lower power consumption than the L-H process.

    “The Claude process has higher liquefaction efficiency and lower power consumption than the L–H process.170”
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    In the Claude process with a helium precooler, the size of the compressor is smaller than that in the Claude process, but three separate compressors are needed for H2, nitrogen, and helium.

    “In this process, the size of the compressor is smaller than that in the Claude process, but three separate compressors are needed for H2, nitrogen, and helium.189”
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    The exergy yield, SEC, and COP in the basic H2 liquefaction process were 39.5%, 7.69 kWh/kgLH2, and 0.1710, respectively.

    “The exergy yield, SEC, and COP in the basic H2 liquefaction process92 were 39.5%, 7.69 kWh/kgLH2, and 0.1710, respectively.”
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    The SEC, COP, and exergy yield in the optimized H2 liquefaction system were calculated to be 11.52 kWh/kgLH2, 0.346, and 69.44%, respectively.

    “The SEC, COP, and exergy yield in the optimized H2 liquefaction system were calculated to be 11.52 kWh/kgLH2, 0.346, and 69.44%, respectively.”
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    The cost of liquid H2 produced by the ORC and ACC was 3.8 and 3.6 $/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The cost of liquid H2 produced by the ORC and ACC was 3.8 and 3.6 $/kgLH2, respectively.”
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    • cites [261] source
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    In the Claude process with a helium precooler, helium gas in addition to LN2 is used for precooling, reducing the pressure required for the compressor's H2 output and the SEC.

    “Helium gas, in addition to LN2, is used for precooling in the Claude process with a helium precooler. As a result, the pressure required for the compressor’s H2 output as well as its SEC are reduced.”
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    Asadnia et al. found that the SEC, COP, and exergy yield of the H2 liquefaction system were 6.47 kWh/kgLH2, 0.2034, and 45.5%, respectively.

    “The SEC, COP, and exergy yield of the H2 liquefaction system were 6.47 kWh/kgLH2, 0.2034, and 45.5%, respectively.”
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    • cites [92] source
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    The COP of the Claude liquefaction process was 0.0120, and its exergy yield was 67.3%.

    “The COP of the Claude liquefaction process was 0.0120, and its exergy yield was 67.3%.”
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    Mixed refrigerant cooling systems, absorption/ejector refrigerating cycles, LNG regasification operations for precooling, operational optimization, pinch and exergy analyses, and integration with the same manufacturing process can help reduce the SEC.

    “Mixed refrigerant cooling systems, absorption/ejector refrigerating cycles, LNG regasification operations for precooling, operational optimization, pinch and exergy analyses, and integration with the same manufacturing process can help to reduce the SEC.”
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    With the increment in geothermal rate, the exergy and energy utilization factors of the hybrid structure decline from 0.21 to 0.13 and from 0.059 to 0.037, respectively.

    “With the increment in geothermal rate, the exergy and energy utilization factors of the hybrid structure decline from 0.21 to 0.13 and from 0.059 to 0.037, respectively.262”
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    • cites [262] source
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    The SEC and thermodynamic efficiency due to ortho- to para-H2 conversion in the basic H2 liquefaction system in the Ingolstadt factory were 13.58 kWh/kgLH2 and 21.28%, respectively.

    “Also, the SEC and thermodynamic efficiency due to the ortho- to para-H2 conversion in the basic H2 liquefaction system in the Ingolstadt factory were 13.58 kWh/kgLH2 and 21.28%, respectively.205”
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    • cites [205] Krasae-in, S. Efficient hydrogen liquefaction processes. Doctoral Thesis, NTNU, 2013.

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    Later, Haselden et al., Perrett, and Gaumer et al. expanded and developed the idea of utilizing mixed refrigerants for various applications.

    “Later, Haselden et al.,273,274 Perrett,275 and Gaumer et al.276 expanded and developed the idea of utilizing mixed refrigerants for various applications.”
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    • cites [273] Barber N., 1957, Trans. Inst. Chem. Eng.

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    • cites [274] source
    • cites [275] Perret, J. C. Method and apparatus for the cooling and low temperature liquefaction of gaseous mixtures. US Patent 3364685, 1968.

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    The SEC in the H2 liquefaction unit was calculated to be 10.06 kWh/kgLH2.

    “The SEC in the H2 liquefaction unit was calculated to be 10.06 kWh/kgLH2.”
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    • cites [72] source
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    Riaz et al. found that using LNG cold recovery in the precooling stage reduced the total amount of refrigerant by 50% and the SEC by 40%, and reported an exergy efficiency of 42.25%.

    “This structural modification reduced the total amount of refrigerant by 50% and the SEC by 40%. The exergy efficiency of the hybrid design was reported to be 42.25%.”
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    Using H2 as refrigerant has drawbacks including inability to decrease temperature below the H2 boiling point, high SEC of compressors, and high penetration in equipment due to low molecular mass and low system efficiency.

    “Its application includes drawbacks such as the inability to decrease the temperature below the H2 boiling point, the high SEC of compressors, and high penetration in equipment structure due to low molecular mass and low system efficiency.165,194”
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    • cites [165] Quack H., 2002 source
    • cites [194] Notardonato, W. U. Analysis and testing of an integrated refrigeration and storage system for liquid hydrogen zero boil-off, liquefaction, and densification. Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Florida, 2006.

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    Yang et al. found that the SEC decreased from 13.58 to 11.05 kWh/kgLH2 in the modified structure using LNG cold recovery.

    “Furthermore, the SEC decreased from 13.58 to 11.05 kWh/kgLH2 in the modified structure.”
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    Premisecitation

    The SEC, COP, and exergy yield of the developed structure were calculated to be 7.405 kWh/kgLH2, 0.103, and 0.2359, respectively.

    “The SEC, COP, and exergy yield of the developed structure were calculated to be 7.405 kWh/kgLH2, 0.103, and 0.2359, respectively.”
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    • cites [264] source
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    Premisecitation

    To prevent weakening of thermal properties, the maximum usable amount of Ne is 30%.

    “To prevent the weakening of the thermal properties, the maximum usable amount of Ne was suggested to be 30%.196”
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    • cites [196] Quack H., 2012

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    The unit exergetic liquefaction price of H2 in the optimal state was 1.114 $/kgLH2.

    “The unit exergetic liquefaction price of H2 in the optimal state was 1.114 $/kgLH2.”
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    The optimal exergetic cost of liquid H2 was calculated to be 1.349 $/kgLH2.

    “Also, the optimal exergetic cost of liquid H2 was calculated to be 1.349 $/kgLH2.73”
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    The specific energy consumption (SEC) of current H2 liquefaction systems is 10.8-12.7 kWh/kgLH2 for the Claude system and 12.3-13.4 kWh/kgLH2 for the Brayton structure.

    “The SEC of current H2 liquefaction systems is 10.8–12.7 kWh/kgLH2 for the Claude system and 12.3–13.4 kWh/kgLH2 for the Brayton structure.192”
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    • cites [192] Ohlig K., 2014 source
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    Ghorbani et al. found that the developed process' SEC decreased from 4.410 to 4.022 kWh/kgLH2 compared to the basic plant, and its exergy efficiency increased from 55.47% to 73.75%.

    “The results showed that the developed process’ SEC decreased from 4.410 to 4.022 kWh/kgLH2 compared to the basic plant,170 and its exergy efficiency increased from 55.47% to 73.75%.”
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    Premisecitation

    In H2 liquefaction with the Claude and L-H methods, cooling is achieved by isentropic expansion through the expander and isothermal expansion by the J-T valve.

    “In H2 liquefaction with the Claude and L–H methods, cooling is achieved by isentropic expansion through the expander and isothermal expansion by the J–T valve.185”
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    • cites [185] Walnum H. T., 2012, Refrig. Sci. Technol.

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    Helium refrigerant and Ne gas were proposed to solve the problems caused by H2; helium's larger molecular mass significantly reduces power consumption and its penetration decreases due to larger molecules.

    “Helium refrigerant and Ne gas were proposed to solve the problems caused by H2; the larger molecular mass of helium significantly reduces the power consumption, and its penetration decreases due to the larger molecules of helium.78,195”
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    The thermodynamic efficiency according to ortho- to para-H2 conversion and the SEC of the Krasae-in et al. system were 54.02% and 5.35 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The thermodynamic efficiency according to ortho- to para-H2 conversion and the SEC were obtained at 54.02% and 5.35 kWh/kgLH2, respectively.”
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    • cites [89] source
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    Employing geothermal power in the ACC reduces the power required for H2 liquefaction and is more advantageous than using geothermal power output in a liquefaction process.

    “It was found that employing geothermal power in the ACC reduces the power required for H2 liquefaction and is more advantageous than using geothermal power output in a liquefaction process.260”
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    Premisecitation

    The ACC could cool H2 gas to −26.9 °C; the COP of the ACC was 0.556 with an exergy yield of 67.0%.

    “The ACC could cool H2 gas to −26.9 °C; the COP of the ACC was 0.556 with an exergy yield of 67.0%.”
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    • cites [70] source
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    Premisecitation

    In 1936, Podbielniam presented the first mixed refrigerant cryogenic cycle.

    “In 1936, Podbielniam272 presented the first mixed refrigerant cryogenic cycle.”
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    • cites [272] Podbielniak, W.J. Art of refrigeration. U.S. Patent 2041725, 1986.

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    Premisecitation

    Mixed refrigerants can be used in all refrigeration systems, including single-compression refrigeration cycles, CRCs, and multistage refrigeration units.

    “Mixed refrigerants can be used in all refrigeration systems, including single-compression refrigeration cycles, CRCs, and multistage refrigeration units.197”
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    • cites [197] Smith R., 2005
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    An increase in the input H2 pressure fixes the problem of fluctuating specific heat, and the compression process reduces the cooling load over a wide temperature range, but the variable cooling load should be managed by adjusting the cooling power.

    “An increase in the input H2 pressure fixes this problem, somehow. The compression process reduces the cooling load over a wide temperature range, but the variable cooling load should be managed by adjusting the cooling power.188”
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    • cites [188] 1980

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    Many studies have focused on using mixed refrigerants to reach low temperatures.

    “Besides, many studies have focused on using mixed refrigerants to reach low temperatures.280,281”
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    Several mixed refrigerants have been developed with various precooling temperatures because the boiling point of the mixture depends on the composition.

    “Several mixed refrigerants have been developed with various precooling temperatures because the boiling point of the mixture depends on the composition.80,184”
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    The LH2 cost rate and total exergy efficiency based on the Claude cycle were calculated to be 7.03 $/kg and 70.52%, respectively.

    “Also, the LH2 cost rate and total exergy efficiency based on the Claude cycle were calculated to be 7.03 $/kg and 70.52%, respectively.”
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    • cites [323] source
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    The system purity and SEC were 99.99% and 18.01-41.2 kWh/kmol, respectively.

    “The outcomes demonstrated that the system purity and SEC were 99.99% and 18.01–41.2 kWh/kmol, respectively.”
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    According to the DOE, the reported cost of electricity is 42.68 $/MWh, and the costs of production, terminal, trucking, liquefaction, station, and levelized cost for liquid H2 supply chain (27 TPD) are 2.24, 0.39, 0.68, 2.75, 8.18, and 14.24 $/kgH2, respectively.

    “According to the DOE,366 the reported cost of electricity is 42.68 $/MWh, and the costs of production, terminal, trucking, liquefaction, station, and levelized cost for liquid H2 supply chain (27 TPD) are 2.24, 0.39, 0.68, 2.75, 8.18, and 14.24 $/kgH2, respectively.”
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    • cites [366] Connelly E., 2019

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    Thermal systems in operating conditions are being updated in order to conserve the SEC, decrease total expenses, and boost up structural capacity.

    “Thermal systems in operating conditions are being updated in order to conserve the SEC, decrease total expenses, and boost up structural capacity.303”
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    Premisecitation

    Pinch technology is introduced as a powerful and effective tool for thermodynamic analysis of process industries and optimization of heat exchanger networks.

    “Pinch technology is introduced as a powerful and effective tool for thermodynamic analysis of process industries and optimization of heat exchanger networks.302”
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    Minor changes in equipment can be used based on optimization methods to further decrease the H2 liquefaction cost and improve the factory capacity.

    “Minor changes in equipment can be used based on optimization methods to further decrease the H2 liquefaction cost and improve the factory capacity.102”
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    The LH2 cost rate and total exergy efficiency based on the inverse Brayton cycle were calculated to be 7.03 $/kg and 61.73%, respectively.

    “The LH2 cost rate and total exergy efficiency based on the inverse Brayton cycle were calculated to be 7.03 $/kg and 61.73%, respectively.”
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    • cites [323] source
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    Premisecitation

    The dwindling subsurface resources and ramping up pollution are the two main concerns of governments for future generations.

    “The dwindling subsurface resources and ramping up pollution are the two main concerns of governments for future generations.316”
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    The H2 production and storage processes can be integrated with nuclear power plants, renewable heat sources, and waste heat from industries.

    “The H2 production and storage processes can be integrated with nuclear power plants,335−340 renewable heat sources,341−348 and waste heat from industries (i.e., chemical plants, furnaces, and incinerators).349−355”
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    The SEC, COP, and total exergy yield were obtained to be 5.462 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1384, and 58.73%.

    “The SEC, COP, and total exergy yield were obtained to be 5.462 kWh/kgLH2, 0.1384, and 58.73%.”
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    Renewable energy sources, such as geothermal, solar, wind, biomass, and tidal, can reduce energy and environmental concerns because they are compatible with the environment and available.

    “Renewable energy sources, such as geothermal, solar, wind, biomass, and tidal, can reduce energy and environmental concerns because they are compatible with the environment and available.317”
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    Premisecitation

    Fuzzy Bellman-Zadeh, LINMAP, and TOPSIS methods were employed to make decisions in multiobjective optimization.

    “Then, fuzzy Bellman–Zadeh, LINMAP, and TOPSIS methods were employed to make decisions in multiobjective optimization.179”
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    The precooling process can be substituted by using inexpensive LN2 that comes directly from the air separation system to generate liquid oxygen.

    “Besides, the precooling process can be substituted by using inexpensive LN2 that comes directly from the air separation system to generate liquid oxygen.102”
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    Premisecitation

    Linnhoff and Tjoe introduced the first systematic method for modifying and optimizing the thermal systems.

    “Linnhoff and Tjoe304 introduced the first systematic method for modifying and optimizing the thermal systems.”
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    • cites [304] Tjoe T. N., 1986, Chem. Eng.

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    H2 is a clean fuel that can support stationary and mobile applications.

    “H2 is a clean fuel that can support stationary and mobile applications.320,321”
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    The amount of H2 demanded to meet existing climate commitments by governments and to reach net-zero carbon emission goals is predicted to be 200 and 621 million tonnes in 2030 and 2060, respectively.

    “The amount of H2 demanded to meet existing climate commitments by governments and to reach net-zero carbon emission goals is predicted to be 200 and 621 million tonnes in 2030 and 2060, respectively.25”
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    • cites [25] Global Hydrogen Review, International Energy Agency 2021, https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/5bd46d7b-906a-4429-abda-e9c507a62341/GlobalHydrogenReview2021.pdf (Accessed Jan 2023).

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  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing). May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    Introducing a suitable initial guess in the first stage and reducing the examination of all possible modes in optimizing the developed system were the main advantages of the developed method.

    “Introducing a suitable initial guess in the first stage and reducing the examination of all possible modes in optimizing the developed system were the main advantages of the developed method.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [311] Smith R., 2000

      Not checked in the free run.

  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing). May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    Some integrated structures were developed for H2 purification, but no solutions were provided for its storage.

    “Also, some integrated structures were developed for H2 purification, but no solutions were provided for its storage.246,334”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 2 sources checked
    • cites [246] source
    • cites [334] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The exergy efficiency, liquid H2 rate, and LCOH were calculated to be 23.34%, 154.95 kg/h, and 1.827 $/kg, respectively.

    “The exergy efficiency, liquid H2 rate, and LCOH were calculated to be 23.34%, 154.95 kg/h, and 1.827 $/kg, respectively.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [298] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    The exergy yield of the hybrid system was reported to be 13-66.5%.

    “The exergy yield of the hybrid system was reported to be 13–66.5%.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [358] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    By combining the NLP/PSO method and the CPEA perspectives, Mafi et al. introduced the optimal arrangement of the refrigeration cycle.

    “By combining the NLP/PSO method and the CPEA perspectives, they introduced the optimal arrangement of the refrigeration cycle.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 2 sources checked
    • cites [282] source
    • cites [284] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    Cogeneration systems provide a clear potential path for clean energy supply chains due to their high efficiency and low energy waste.

    “Cogeneration systems provide a clear potential path for clean energy supply chains due to their high efficiency and low energy waste.330”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [330] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S4 (based). May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    Compressors can be eliminated from H2 production and liquefaction plants, lowering the production costs and SEC.

    “Compressors can be eliminated from H2 production and liquefaction plants, lowering the production costs and SEC.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing). May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    High-temperature geothermal wells located in North America include KS-13 at 1050 °C (Hawaii, United States), Wilson No. 1 at 400 °C (California, United States), H-8,11,12,26,27,29 at >380 °C (Los Humeros, Mexico), Prati-32 at 400 °C (Geysers, California, United States), and IID-14 at 400 °C (Imperial Valley, California, United States).

    “High-temperature geothermal wells located in North America include KS-13 at 1050 °C (Hawaii, United States),406 Wilson No. 1 at 400 °C (California, United States),407 H-8,11,12,26,27,29 at >380 °C (Los Humeros, Mexico),408 Prati-32 at 400 °C (Geysers, California, United States),409 and IID-14 at 400 °C (Imperial Valley, California, United States).410”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 3 sources checked
    • cites [406] Teplow W., 2009, GRC Trans.

      Couldn’t be matched to a paper in Crossref, so it can’t be checked.

    • cites [407] source
    • cites [408] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    H2 liquefaction costs for 100 TPD can be decreased by about 50% and 67% compared to conventional 25 and 5 TPD liquefier systems, respectively.

    “The results indicate that H2 liquefaction costs for 100 TPD can be decreased by about 50% and 67% compared to conventional 25 and 5 TPD liquefier systems, respectively.93”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [93] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    Four additional H2 liquefaction factories have been recently announced to aid the growing H2 market.

    “Four additional H2 liquefaction factories have been recently announced to aid the growing H2 market.377”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [377] Elgowainy, A.; Frank, E. Opportunities and Challenges of Liquid Hydrogen Supply Chain. Presentation at the Liquid Hydrogen Technologies Workshop; https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Liquid%20H2%20Workshop-ANL.pdf (Accessed May 2022).

      Not checked in the free run.

  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    The environmental investigation of a liquid H2 production system integrated with an ACC, a LAC recovery, and an ORC plant demonstrated that the CO2 emission and its total specific were 96372 TPD and 2.641 kgCO2/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The environmental investigation of a liquid H2 production system integrated with an ACC, a LAC recovery, and an ORC plant demonstrated that the CO2 emission and its total specific were reported to be 96372 TPD and 2.641 kgCO2/kgLH2, respectively.26”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [26] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The SEC and exergy yield in industrial applications are 12.5-15 kWh/kgLH2 and 19.3-23.1%, respectively, such as Praxair (United States) and Linde (Germany).

    “The SEC and exergy yield in industrial applications are 12.5–15 kWh/kgLH2 and 19.3–23.1%, respectively, such as Praxair (United States) and Linde (Germany).58”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [58] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing), S4 (based). May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    High-temperature wells can be used to produce and store hydrogen.

    “High-temperature wells can be used to produce and store hydrogen.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S4 (based). May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    Liquid H2 storage systems face problems, including a high SEC, low exergy efficiency, high cost, and boil-off gas losses.

    “Liquid H2 storage systems face problems, including a high SEC, low exergy efficiency, high cost, and boil-off gas losses.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    In cycles in which the LNG regasification process replaces mixed refrigerant cycles, the whole configuration exergy yield and the refrigeration cycle COP decrease.

    “In the cycles in which the LNG regasification process replaces mixed refrigerant cycles, the whole configuration exergy yield and the refrigeration cycle COP decrease.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    When a second reactor is added, the SEC decreases and then decreases gradually with each reactor added.

    “When a second reactor is added, the SEC decreases and then decreases gradually with each reactor added.”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S4 (based). May combine two claims.

    Premisenone given

    Liquefaction of H2 leads to a decrease in volume and an increase in density compared to the gaseous state.

    “Liquefaction of H2 leads to a decrease in volume and an increase in density compared to the gaseous state.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing). May combine two claims.

    Interpretationreasoning

    Optimization choices include refrigerant mixture, pinch point, and high/low pressure of the refrigeration cycle.

    “Optimization choices include refrigerant mixture, pinch point, and high/low pressure of the refrigeration cycle.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    The design of H2 liquefaction cycles along with industrial H2 production units at high pressure can lead to the elimination of compressors, reducing the production costs and SEC.

    “The design of H2 liquefaction cycles along with industrial H2 production units at high pressure can lead to the elimination of compressors, reducing the production costs and SEC.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing), S4 (based).

    Interpretationnone given

    Because the degree of freedom of the precooling cycle is greater than that of the cryogenic cycle, optimization methods prioritize the precooling cycles.

    “Because the degree of freedom of the precooling cycle is greater than that of the cryogenic cycle, optimization methods prioritize the precooling cycles.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Interpretationnone given

    Leakage in a section of the cycle alters the percentage of refrigerants, which is difficult to manage.

    “Moreover, leakage in a section of the cycle alters the percentage of refrigerants, which is difficult to manage.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Classified as probably not a substantial claim.

    Interpretationreasoning

    H2 liquefaction is promising as a physical storage method for large-scale transportation and long-term storage.

    “H2 liquefaction is promising as a physical storage method for large-scale transportation and long-term storage.”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    The design of large-scale liquid hydrogen storage tanks with capacities of 40 000 to 100 000 m3 for onshore or offshore applications is underway with the DOE budget.

    “The design of large-scale liquid hydrogen storage tanks with capacities of 40 000 to 100 000 m3 for onshore or offshore applications is underway with the DOE budget.416”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [416] Liquid Hydrogen Technologies Workshop, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/liquid-hydrogen-technologies-workshop. Accessed on: Jan 2023.

      Couldn’t be matched to a paper in Crossref, so it can’t be checked.

  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing), S4 (based). May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    Numerous researchers have paid attention to reducing the SEC in H2 liquefaction systems, while the total price, relative complexity, and emission levels have been ignored.

    “Numerous researchers have paid attention to reducing the value of the SEC in H2 liquefaction systems, while the total price, relative complexity, and emission levels have been ignored.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing). May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The payback period, the levelized cost of H2, and the CO2 emissions were reported to be 8.40 years, 4.5 $/kg LH2, and 2441 TPD, respectively.

    “The payback period, the levelized cost of H2, and the CO2 emissions were reported to be 8.40 years, 4.5 $/kg LH2, and 2441 TPD, respectively.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [82] source
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    Two-objective optimization was investigated to reduce the CO2 emissions and payback period in a liquid H2 production structure.

    “Two-objective optimization was investigated to reduce the CO2 emissions and payback period in a liquid H2 production structure.82”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [82] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    When the ACC replaces the mixed refrigerant cycles, the overall configuration exergy yield and refrigeration cycle COP are reduced.

    “When the ACC replaces the mixed refrigerant cycles, the overall configuration exergy yield and refrigeration cycle COP are reduced.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Classified as probably not a substantial claim. May combine two claims.

    Interpretationcitation

    Liquefaction plants with higher production rates, higher efficiency, lower SEC (up to 40% reduction), and lower capital costs are needed to make liquid H2 cost effective for the H2 market.

    “Liquefaction plants with higher production rates, higher efficiency, lower SEC (up to 40% reduction), and lower capital costs are needed to make liquid H2 cost effective for the H2 market.28,404”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 2 sources checked
    • cites [28] source
    • cites [404] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The design of LH2 liquefaction cycles of 100 TPD with MRC precooling has the highest exergy efficiency and the lowest liquefaction costs compared to other cycles.

    “Also, the results indicated that the design of LH2 liquefaction cycles of 100 TPD with MRC precooling has the highest exergy efficiency and the lowest liquefaction costs compared to other cycles.93”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [93] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The SEC and GHG emissions of the hydrogen liquefaction system for 5/33/130 TPD capacity were reported to be 11/9.4/8.2 kWh/kgLH2 and 4.8/4.1/3.6 kgCO2e/kgH2, respectively.

    “The SEC and GHG emissions of the hydrogen liquefaction system for 5/33/130 TPD capacity were reported to be 11/9.4/8.2 kWh/kgLH2 and 4.8/4.1/3.6 kgCO2e/kgH2, respectively.377”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [377] Elgowainy, A.; Frank, E. Opportunities and Challenges of Liquid Hydrogen Supply Chain. Presentation at the Liquid Hydrogen Technologies Workshop; https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Liquid%20H2%20Workshop-ANL.pdf (Accessed May 2022).

      Not checked in the free run.

  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Interpretationreasoning

    The liquefaction plants' capacity can be improved to about 100 TPD or more to achieve the goals of lower specific liquefaction cost and SEC.

    “Also, the liquefaction plants’ capacity can be improved to about 100 TPD or more to achieve these goals.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • Probably not a substantial claim: may not pass S3 (load-bearing).

    Premisecitation

    A CB&I preliminary design and feasibility study for 40000 m3 storage space was completed.

    “A CB&I preliminary design and feasibility study for 40000 m3 storage space was completed.416”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [416] Liquid Hydrogen Technologies Workshop, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/liquid-hydrogen-technologies-workshop. Accessed on: Jan 2023.

      Couldn’t be matched to a paper in Crossref, so it can’t be checked.

  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    Reuß et al. reported that H2 storage with the LOHC method had the highest CO2 emission (6.29 kgCO2/kgH2) and H2 storage with the liquefaction method had the lowest emission (0.52 kgCO2/kgH2).

    “Reuß et al.371 reported that H2 storage with the LOHC method had the highest CO2 emission (6.29 kgCO2/kgH2) and H2 storage with the liquefaction method had the lowest emission (0.52 kgCO2/kgH2).”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [371] source
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationreasoning

    In the reported liquefaction structures, the SEC, capital, and operating costs are reduced.

    “In the reported liquefaction structures, the SEC, capital, and operating costs are reduced.”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    The geothermal ACC for gas precooling significantly saves the power required for H2 liquefaction and is more beneficial than utilizing geothermal power output in a liquefaction process.

    “The geothermal ACC for gas precooling significantly saves the power required for H2 liquefaction and is more beneficial than utilizing geothermal power output in a liquefaction process.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    H2 liquefaction plants with higher production rates (>100 tonne/day), higher efficiency (>40%), lower SEC (<6 kWh/kgLH2), and lower investment costs (1-2 $/kgLH2) can be economical.

    “The H2 liquefaction plants with higher production rates (>100 tonne/day), higher efficiency (>40%), lower SEC (<6 kWh/kgLH2), and lower investment costs (1–2 $/kgLH2) can be economical.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    When the number of ortho- to para-H2 conversion steps increases, the SEC of the H2 liquefaction process declines and the investment cost goes up.

    “When the number of ortho- to para-H2 conversion steps increases, the SEC of the H2 liquefaction process declines and the investment cost goes up.”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Interpretationnone given

    In the reported liquefaction structures, the capital and operating costs are reduced.

    “In the reported liquefaction structures, the capital and operating costs are reduced.”
    Quote in the paperSubstantial claim
  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    All previous research for LH2 has been based on much smaller tank sizes (<4700 m3) and evacuated insulation units.

    “All previous research for LH2 has been based on much smaller tank sizes (<4700 m3) and evacuated insulation units.417”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 1 sources checked
    • cites [417] Fesmire J. E., 2021

      Not checked in the free run.

  • May combine two claims.

    Premisecitation

    The Linde factory in Germany, with an SEC of 13-15 kWh/kgLH2, is commonly used as a reference for large-scale industrial liquefaction processes.

    “Furthermore, the Linde factory in Germany, with an SEC of 13–15 kWh/kgLH2, is commonly used as a reference for large-scale industrial liquefaction processes.77,405”
    Quote in the paperNot a substantial claim0 of 2 sources checked
    • cites [77] source
    • cites [405] Drnevich R., 2003

      Not checked in the free run.

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  • The paper relies on this without support.

    Currently, the size of the largest H2 liquefaction system is 32 TPD.

    “Currently, the size of the largest H2 liquefaction system is 32 TPD.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    The SEC and H2 liquefaction price in current commercial liquefaction plants are 15–11.9 kWh/kgLH2 and 3–2.5 $/kgLH2, respectively.

    “The SEC and H2 liquefaction price in the current commercial liquefaction plants are 15–11.9 kWh/kgLH2 and 3–2.5 $/kgLH2, respectively.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    About 76% of the H2 generated globally is from SMR hydrocarbons.

    “About 76% of the H2 generated globally is from SMR hydrocarbons.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    Hydrogen is a clean and renewable fuel that can replace common fossil fuels.

    “Hydrogen is a clean and renewable fuel that can replace common fossil fuels.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    H2 storage requires a large volume and its transportation is difficult.

    “H2 needs to be stored in liquid form because H2 storage requires a large volume and its transportation is difficult.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    The cost of building H2 generation systems is significant, and it is often difficult to build them in the required area.

    “Furthermore, the cost of building H2 generation systems is significant, and it is often difficult to build them in the required area.”
  • The paper relies on this without support.

    Impurities in feed entering H2 liquefaction systems can freeze at low temperatures and cause blockage of exchangers.

    “Impurities in feed entering H2 liquefaction systems can freeze at low temperatures and cause blockage of exchangers.”
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Self-check

Percentages, sums and reported differences re-computed from the paper’s own numbers.

Each contradiction between two passages listed here was confirmed by an independent check.

  • Riaz SEC reduction is reported as both 40% and 31.72%

    Minor

    The prose attributes a 40% SEC reduction to Riaz et al., whereas Table 5 reports a 31.72% relative energy saving for that study.

  • Hydrogen molecule is assigned two molar masses

    Minor

    The prose gives a molar mass of 1.00794 g/mol for the H2 molecule, while Table 1 gives its molecular weight as 2.016 g/mol.

  • Kim liquefaction cost appears as SEC in the supply-chain table

    Minor

    Table 10 places 5.54 in its SEC column, measured in kWh/kgLH2, while the same row calls 5.54 the liquefaction cost in $/kgH2. Table 4 separately reports Kim et al.'s SEC as 9.477 kWh/kgLH2.

  • Noh case descriptions reverse which design uses mixed refrigerants

    Minor

    The prose describes the first Noh configuration as using LNG regasification alone and the second as combining it with mixed refrigerants. Table 6 assigns the combination to case I and LNG cold energy without the mixed-refrigerant precooling cycle to case II.

  • Yilmaz exergy efficiency differs between tables

    Minor

    For Yilmaz et al.72, Tables 6 and 7 report 78.3% exergy efficiency, while Table 8 reports 27.36%.

  • Compressor cost is attributed to heat exchangers

    Minor

    The prose assigns 3.40 $/kgH2 to heat exchangers, but Table 10 assigns that amount to compressors and lists heat exchangers at 0.045 $/kgH2.

  • Liquid storage is said to lower capacity despite its higher stated density

    Minor

    The statement that storing H2 as a liquid lowers storage capacity conflicts with the paper's density figures: liquid H2 is denser than the cited high-pressure gas, so it stores more H2 in the same volume.

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Authors
Ghorbani, B., Zendehboudi, S., Saady, N. M. C., Duan, X., & Albayati, T. M.
Affiliations
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland (CA)
  • University of Technology - Iraq (IQ)
Corresponding author
Zendehboudi, Sohrab
Venue
ACS Omega
Published
2023-05-18
Volume
8
Issue
21
Pages
18358-18399
ISSN
2470-1343 (ISSN-L)
OpenAlex
W4377103132
Cited by
121
References
343
Citations by year
2026: 35 · 2025: 50 · 2024: 32 · 2023: 4
FWCI
2.44
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Locations
  • ACS Omega (publishedVersion, cc-by-nc-nd)
  • PubMed Central (publishedVersion, cc-by-nc-nd)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Funders
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland
  • Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
  • Mitacs
Topics
  • Physical Sciences › Engineering › Aerospace Engineering › Spacecraft and Cryogenic Technologies
  • Physical Sciences › Materials Science › Materials Chemistry › Hydrogen Storage and Materials
  • Physical Sciences › Energy › Energy Engineering and Power Technology › Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
Keywords
hydrogen storage, hydrogen liquefaction, specific energy consumption, cryogenic storage

About these checks

Registry, retraction, Cites and statistics results are computed, not judged, with one exception: a printed reference that no index lists is read once by a model before it counts as a citation error. Claims are extracted by a model and kept only when their quote appears verbatim in the text; each cited source is then checked, with a model’s help, for whether it says what the claim relies on. Those verdicts can be wrong — read the claim’s quote and the cited source before relying on one.

Claims read by deepseek-v4.1-flash under definition version 3 (extract-v3) on 2026-10-30.

Classified by jev-1.13-20260917 (gold-guideline-v0.2) on 2026-10-30.

Cited sources are checked by gpt-6-sol.

Statistics and arithmetic are recomputed, not judged.

Confidence bands are shown only for fields calibrated on our annotated test set. None is calibrated yet, so no band is shown.

What counts as a claim ›How we measure confidence ›How we check this ›

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