Title of article :
Design of fuel cell systems laboratory for hydrogen, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon safety
Author/Authors :
Dixit، نويسنده , , Marm and Fulpagare، نويسنده , , Yogesh and Shukla، نويسنده , , Jalay and Basarkar، نويسنده , , Pratik J. Parikh، نويسنده , , Dhrupad and Jain، نويسنده , , Rajat and Bhargav، نويسنده , , Atul، نويسنده ,
Issue Information :
روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 2014
Abstract :
As research and development efforts in the area of fuel cells and hydrogen based energy accelerate, a large number of accidents have occurred in research laboratories. In this context, a design methodology for a simple, scaleable, modular and human-independent system for hydrogen, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon safety in research laboratories is valuable. We have designed, developed and operationalized such a system in a pre-existing generic laboratory space. In this paper, we provide details of the mechanical, electrical and control aspects of this laboratory. We use CFD analysis to design a ventilation system, and to locate gas detectors for optimum detection time. The gas detectors, actuators, a real-time controller and other electrical components are part of a safety monitoring system that continuously gathers information, processes this information and takes appropriate action to safeguard personnel and equipment in real time. This fully operational safety laboratory is now a University-level research hub for all fuel cell (and other energy related) research activities, and is also one of a kind in the region. We also expect that the experience gained in this endeavor will be useful to other researchers in building a safe workplace.
Keywords :
Laboratory , Safety System , CFD , CONTROL SYSTEM , Hydrogen safety
Journal title :
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
Journal title :
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy