Deepening a Collaboration Network on Modern Control Techniques in PEM Water Electrolyzers (CONNECT-PEM)

• Grant number: 24/23151-9
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
• Start date: June 01, 2025
• End date: May 31, 2027
• Field of knowledge: Engineering - Chemical Engineering - Industrial Operations and Equipment for Chemical Engineering
• Principal Investigator: Gustavo Doubek
• Grantee: Gustavo Doubek
• Principal researcher abroad: Sergej Diel
• Institution abroad: Technical University of Ingolstadt., Germany
• Host Institution: Faculdade de Engenharia Química (FEQ). Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP). Campinas , SP, Brazil
• Associated researchers: Hudson Giovani Zanin
• Associated research grant: 17/11986-5 - Generation and storage of New Energy: bringing technological development for the country, AP.PCPE

Abstract

This project aims to develop advanced models for the aging and operational performance of alkaline electrolyzers, integrating real-time data collection from a pilot electrolyzer to be installed at UNICAMP. By monitoring operational parameters, such as current, voltage, and temperature, we will create a predictive aging model to evaluate component lifespan and system degradation under fluctuating energy inputs. Furthermore, an electrolyzer will also be installed at THI, where project researchers will participate in the commissioning, data collection, and analysis of this electrolyzer. A Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCoH) model will be developed to optimize the economic feasibility of green hydrogen production. Moreover, a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) will evaluate environmental impacts, including CO¿ emissions reductions, resource consumption, and human health implications. (AU)