Design and Operation Optimization of Hybrid Energy Systems for a General Cargo Vessel: Well-to-Wake Emission Analysis and Plant Lifetime Estimation

The Global Shipping industry is responsible for transporting 90% of global commerce and is responsible for 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Addressing this, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) aims to reduce GHG emissions from international shipping by 40% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. This study explores Low...

Applying Mixed-Integer Quadratically Constrained Programming to Reduce Fuel Cell Degradation Onboard a Hybrid Ship

New methods of ship propulsion are required to meet the targets for reducing global emissions of greenhouse gases. Hydrogen-powered fuel cells can be used to greatly reduce emissions, facilitating renewable shipping. Fuel cell durability is recognised as a large barrier to widespread fuel cell application. The goal of this graduation project is...

Influence of Current Ripple on Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Degradation

The ongoing transition towards sustainable energy has resulted in a large interest in alternative sources. Proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) use hydrogen to produce energy without harmful emissions, and they can be used in a range of applications, from mobility to industrial power generation.<br/><br/>One hurdle that still stands...

Lifetime predictions for a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell system in maritime applications

Estimating impact of Vehicle-to-Grid operation on automotive fuel cell performance

In a future scenario electric vehicles (EV) could be operated in Vehicle to Grid (V2G) mode to support the national and renewable energy electricity grid by providing ancillary services such as peak shaving and frequency regulation. While developing financial models to price these services it is important to include the impact of Vehicle to Grid...