Li Ji-Chao, Xu Heng, Zhou Ke, Li Ji-Qiang
School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Jining University, Qufu, 273155, China.
Shandong Xinneng Marine Technology Co.,Ltd. 16th Floor,Jining Energy Building, No.2299 Chongwen Avenue, High-tech Zone, 272000, Jining, China.
Heliyon. 2024 Jan 30;10(3):e25304. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e25304. eCollection 2024 Feb 15.
The urgency to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from maritime vessels has intensified due to the increasingly stringent directives set forth by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). These directives specifically address energy efficiency enhancements and emissions reduction within the shipping industry. In this context, hydrogen is the much sought after fuel for all the global economies and its applications, for transportation and propulsion in particular, is crucial for cutting down carbon emissions. Nevertheless, the realization of hydrogen-powered vessels is confronted by substantial technical hurdles that necessitate thorough examination. This study undertakes a comprehensive analysis encompassing diverse facets, including distinct variations of hydrogen fuel cells, hydrogen internal combustion engines, safety protocols associated with energy storage, as well as the array of policies and commercialization endeavors undertaken globally for the advancement of hydrogen-propelled ships. By amalgamating insights from these multifaceted dimensions, this paper adeptly encapsulates the myriad challenges intrinsic to the evolution of hydrogen-fueled maritime vessels, while concurrently casting a forward-looking gaze on their prospective trajectory.
由于国际海事组织（IMO）制定的指令日益严格，降低海上船舶温室气体排放的紧迫性日益增强。这些指令特别针对航运业的能源效率提升和排放减少。在此背景下，氢气是全球所有经济体都非常追捧的燃料，其应用，尤其是在运输和推进方面，对于减少碳排放至关重要。然而，氢动力船舶的实现面临着巨大的技术障碍，需要进行全面审查。本研究进行了全面分析，涵盖多个方面，包括氢燃料电池的不同变体、氢内燃机、与能量存储相关的安全协议，以及全球为推进氢动力船舶而开展的一系列政策和商业化努力。通过整合这些多方面的见解，本文巧妙地概括了氢燃料海上船舶发展过程中固有的众多挑战，同时对其未来轨迹进行了前瞻性展望。
