Vvedenie v vodorodnui͡u︡ ėnergetiku

the long version

Problems related to the use of hydrogen as a source of energy are reviewed. In particular, attention is given to the physicochemical properties of hydrogen; methods of hydrogen production, including traditional and newly developed processes; and storage, transportation and distribution of hydrogen gas. Results of technical and cost-effectiveness analyses are presented for various hydrogen power systems; the principal applications of hydrogen power are discussed. Keywords: ENERGY TECHNOLOGY, HYDROGEN-BASED ENERGY, CHEMICAL PROPERTIES, COAL DERIVED GASES, COAL UTILIZATION, COST EFFECTIVENESS, ELECTROLYSIS, ENERGY STORAGE, HYDROGEN PRODUCTION, MATERIALS HANDLING, MATERIALS RECOVERY, PLASMA CHEMISTRY, THERMOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES, TRANSPORTATION ENERGY, WATER RESOURCES