Introduction to Hydrogen Technology

<p><b>Introduces the field of hydrogen technology and explains the basic chemistry underlying promising and innovative new technologies</b></p> <p>This new and completely updated edition of <i>Introduction to Hydrogen Technology</i> explains, at an introductory level, the scientific and technical aspects of hydrogen technology. It incorporates information on the latest developments and the current research in the field, including: new techniques for isolating and storing hydrogen, usage as a fuel for automobiles, residential power systems, mobile power systems, and space applications.</p> <p><i>Introduction to Hydrogen Technology, Second Edition</i> features classroom-tested exercises and sample problems. It details new economical methods for isolating the pure hydrogen molecule. These less expensive methods help make hydrogen fuel a very viable alternative to petroleum-based energy. The book also adds a new chapter on hydrogen production and batteries. It also provides in-depth coverage of the many technical hurdles in hydrogen storage. The developments in fuel cells since the last edition has been updated.</p> <ul> <li>Offers new chapters on hydrogen production, storage, and batteries</li> <li>Features new sections on advanced hydrogen systems, new membranes, greenhouse gas sensors and updated technologies involving solar and wind energies</li> <li>Includes problems at the end of the Chapters, as well as solutions for adopters</li> </ul> <p>This book is an introduction to hydrogen technology for students who have taken at least one course in general chemistry and calculus; it will also be a resource book for scientists and researchers working in hydrogen-based technologies, as well as anyone interested in sustainable energy.</p>