Solar hydrogen production by hybrid process of water thermolysis and electrolysis

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Baykara S., Bilgen E.

Solar and Wind Technology, vol.6, no.3, pp.183-188, 1989 (Scopus)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 6 Issue: 3
• Publication Date: 1989
• Doi Number: 10.1016/0741-983x(89)90067-2
• Journal Name: Solar and Wind Technology
• Journal Indexes: Scopus
• Page Numbers: pp.183-188
• Yıldız Technical University Affiliated: No

Abstract

A hybrid process for hydrogen production by direct solar thermolysis and electrolysis of water is described and rated thermodynamically and economically utilizing appropriate models. The results of a feasibility analysis performed for an industrial size plant module of 324 GJ/year capacity (172 GJ/year thermolysis and 152 GJ/year electrolysis) are presented. Utilizing current technology and economic assumptions applicable for power utilities, over 13% module efficiency and $39 per GJ hydrogen cost are estimated. © 1989.