Review of research hotspots in magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials in 2023
The year of 2023 witnessed the rapid development and application of magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials and systems,with many research hotspots and remarkable application milestones.Regarding material design and development,researchers were successfully enhanced the thermodynamics/kinetics of magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials through various modification methods and realized the near-room temperature hydrogen absorption,hydrogen release below 200℃,and improved cycle life.In terms of engineering applications,the world's first tonnage magnesium-based solid-state hydrogen storage and transport trailer was launched,and several demonstration application projects and material production lines were also implemented.The whole community is now interested in promoting the development of magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials and systems,exploring their potential application scenarios.This paper provides an overview and outlook of magnesium based hydrogen storage materials on five aspects:catalysis,nanotechnology,alloying,storage system,and demonstration applications.It summarizes the progress of magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials made in 2023,explores their potential applications in hydrogen storage and transportation,energy storage,and power generation using solid oxide fuel cells.Opportunities and challenges that magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials will encounter in the coming 2024 are also discussed.
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