Hydrogen Purification and Separation

This book reviews hydrogen separation methods as well as membranes used in hydrogen separation. It discusses absorption and adsorption methods as well as novel technologies like cryogenic methods and plasma-assisted technology and discusses related economic assessments and environmental challenges.

Mohammad Reza Rahimpour is a Distinguished Professor of Chemical Engineering at Shiraz University, Iran. He earned a PhD in chemical engineering at Shiraz University, in collaboration with the University of Sydney, Australia, in 1988. He leads a pioneering research group specializing in fuel processing technology, with a particular focus on the catalytic conversion of both fossil fuels, such as natural gas, and renewable fuels, like biöoils derived from lignin, into valuable energy sources. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Rahimpour has specialized in hydrogen production technologies, including steam methane reforming, water electrolysis, photocatalytic hydrogen production, and hydrogen production from both renewable sources and fossil fuels. His extensive expertise and innovative research significantly contribute to advancements in hydrogen production and its practical applications. Mohammad Amin Makarem earned a PhD in chemical engineering at Shiraz University. His research interests include gas separation and purification, nanofluids, microfluidics, catalyst synthesis, reactor design, and green energy. Parvin Kiani earned a degree in chemical engineering at Shiraz University. Her research has focused on gas separation, clean energy, and catalyst synthesis.

Section I: An Overview of Hydrogen Purification and Separation Methods. 1. Introduction to Hydrogen Separation and Purification Technologies. 2. Economic Assessments and Environmental Challenges of Hydrogen Separation and Purification Technologies. Section II: Hydrogen Separation Using Membranes. 3. Polymeric Membranes for Hydrogen Separation. 4. Zeolite Membranes for Hydrogen Separation. 5. Hydrogen Separation Using Ceramic Membranes. 6. Hybrid Membranes for Hydrogen Separation. 7. Silica Membrane for Hydrogen Separation. 8. Mixed Matrix Membranes for Hydrogen Separation. 9. Hollow Fiber Membrane for Hydrogen Separation. 10. Porous Inorganic Membranes for Hydrogen Separation. Section III: Absorption and Absorption Methods for Hydrogen Purification. 11. Hydrogen Purification by Ionic Liquids and Deep Eutectic Solvents. 12. Carbonaceous Sorbents for Hydrogen Purification. 13. Metal-Organic Frameworks for Hydrogen Purification. 14. Swing Technologies for Hydrogen Purification. Section IV: Other Technologies for Hydrogen Purification. 15. PlasmäAssisted Technology for Hydrogen Purification.