For the future of clean energy hydrogen is of great importance. This simply structured element, which we encounter almost everywhere, not only causes no harmful emissions, but also ensures that the energy extracted from the sun, wind or waves can be stored in the sea.

To date, clean energy studies have been conducted directly not focused on hydrogen there is a reason. It is currently not possible to produce sufficient hydrogen fuel in a practical and bagless way. Moreover, to produce hydrogen fuel, as if the danger of drought were not imminent, drinkable water We had to use Scientists on these problems able to solve both developed a prototype.

Prototype of machine that produces hydrogen fuel from water vapor in the air unveiled

Developed by scientists prototype deviceIt takes the water vapor that makes up the moisture in the air and separates the hydrogen and oxygen. It then makes it possible to store hydrogen. In addition, to make the device work 4% humidity enough, which means it can be used even in very dry areas.

In this prototype, the researchers actually used a method that we are used to from science lessons. electrolysis they use. In addition, hydrogen is not technically an extinct element. Even if it bonds with another element – as in the case of water – it can be broken down.

The electrolysis process is natural to electric current needs. Researchers conduct the process using electricity obtained from clean energy sources and water, oxygen and hydrogen to the elements they divorce. In the prototype test, the sun was used as an energy source and five electrolysis systems connected in parallel were activated.

With a spongy material water vapor that creates moisture in the air The researchers who managed to absorb it also used this spongy structure as a source of electrolytes. Both electrode (the plus and minus terminals through which the current passes) are isolated from the air. So when the process was completed, pure oxygen and hydrogen were obtained. By experimenting with electrolytes from different materials, the researchers were able to run the system for 12 days with a material that gave satisfactory results on the last try.

drinkable water for many regions a luxurious and clean water also decrease by the day. Therefore, the fact that such a device can operate without consuming clean water is a major plus and a feature that minimizes the impact on the environment.