Storage of hydrogen: a future generation fuel, by metal organic frameworks

The continuous depletion of petroleum reserves with consequent carbon emission is a great area of concern and draws our attention towards the use of a cleaner fuel for transportation. Out of many alternative renewable energy sources, use of hydrogen seems to be the most preferred choice because of its high energy content as compared to gasoline and comparatively cleaner combustion products, which may save the earth from further pollution. However one of the major challenges in use of hydrogen as transportation fuel is the storage of this highly flammable gas, whereas stationary hydrogen storage has not been a big problem. Metal Organic Frameworks can serve as potential hydrogen storage and carriers for mobile applications.

Author(s): Usha Raju and Anil Kumar

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