2423448
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
SBIR Phase I: Solvent-free ammonia electrolyzer: Efficient ammonia to hydrogen conversion at ambient conditions.
The broader/commercial impact of this SBIR Phase I project centers on overcoming hydrogen storage and delivery challenges using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier.
As of 2023, the global hydrogen market is valued at $242.7 billion and is expected to grow to $410.6 billion by 2030.
Despite its vast potential, the deployment of hydrogen in decentralized applications, such as refueling stations and remote power generation, remains restricted due to logistical hurdles related to its storage and transportation.
Ammonia offers a viable solution, due to its efficient transport capabilities, high hydrogen content, and carbon-free nature, positioning it as a key facilitator in the hydrogen economy.
Unlocking ammonia’s potential as an energy carrier requires an efficient ammonia cracking solution.
This project proposes an innovative ammonia cracking system based on electrolysis that allows for the on-site conversion of transported ammonia back to hydrogen under ambient conditions.
By simplifying hydrogen logistics, this technology aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in sectors such as transportation and stationary power generation, which account for over 74% of global emissions.
This advancement not only promises substantial commercial returns but also supports environmental sustainability and enhances technological understanding in clean energy.
The intellectual merit of this project stems from its innovative strategy for liquefying ammonia under mild conditions and efficiently cracking it through a tailored electrolysis system.
Key technical challenges include achieving solvent-free ammonia liquefaction and creating an optimized electrolysis setup for effective ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion at ambient temperatures.
The Phase I objective focuses on designing and optimizing a stable, conductive system for ammonia liquefaction, alongside developing an electrolysis-based cracker to maximize hydrogen conversion efficiency and purity.
The research will involve comprehensive physicochemical and electrochemical studies, material characterization, and integration efforts to ensure optimal performance across various operational conditions.
Anticipated outcomes are a high hydrogen yield with minimal energy consumption, scalable system design, and enhanced robustness under real-world conditions.
This project aims to substantially improve the viability and sustainability of ammonia as a clean, carbon-free hydrogen source.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Subawards are not planned for this award.
The broader/commercial impact of this SBIR Phase I project centers on overcoming hydrogen storage and delivery challenges using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier.
As of 2023, the global hydrogen market is valued at $242.7 billion and is expected to grow to $410.6 billion by 2030.
Despite its vast potential, the deployment of hydrogen in decentralized applications, such as refueling stations and remote power generation, remains restricted due to logistical hurdles related to its storage and transportation.
Ammonia offers a viable solution, due to its efficient transport capabilities, high hydrogen content, and carbon-free nature, positioning it as a key facilitator in the hydrogen economy.
Unlocking ammonia’s potential as an energy carrier requires an efficient ammonia cracking solution.
This project proposes an innovative ammonia cracking system based on electrolysis that allows for the on-site conversion of transported ammonia back to hydrogen under ambient conditions.
By simplifying hydrogen logistics, this technology aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in sectors such as transportation and stationary power generation, which account for over 74% of global emissions.
This advancement not only promises substantial commercial returns but also supports environmental sustainability and enhances technological understanding in clean energy.
The intellectual merit of this project stems from its innovative strategy for liquefying ammonia under mild conditions and efficiently cracking it through a tailored electrolysis system.
Key technical challenges include achieving solvent-free ammonia liquefaction and creating an optimized electrolysis setup for effective ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion at ambient temperatures.
The Phase I objective focuses on designing and optimizing a stable, conductive system for ammonia liquefaction, alongside developing an electrolysis-based cracker to maximize hydrogen conversion efficiency and purity.
The research will involve comprehensive physicochemical and electrochemical studies, material characterization, and integration efforts to ensure optimal performance across various operational conditions.
Anticipated outcomes are a high hydrogen yield with minimal energy consumption, scalable system design, and enhanced robustness under real-world conditions.
This project aims to substantially improve the viability and sustainability of ammonia as a clean, carbon-free hydrogen source.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Subawards are not planned for this award.
Awardee
Funding Goals
THE GOAL OF THIS FUNDING OPPORTUNITY, "NSF SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR)/ SMALL BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER (STTR) PROGRAMS PHASE I", IS IDENTIFIED IN THE LINK: HTTPS://WWW.NSF.GOV/PUBLICATIONS/PUB_SUMM.JSP?ODS_KEY=NSF23515
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Norman,
Oklahoma
73019-1052
United States
Geographic Scope
Single Zip Code
Amhytech was awarded
Project Grant 2423448
worth $274,127
from National Science Foundation in September 2024 with work to be completed primarily in Norman Oklahoma United States.
The grant
has a duration of 5 months and
was awarded through assistance program 47.084 NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships.
The Project Grant was awarded through grant opportunity NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs.
SBIR Details
Research Type
SBIR Phase I
Title
SBIR Phase I: Solvent-Free Ammonia Electrolyzer: Efficient Ammonia to Hydrogen Conversion at Ambient Conditions
Abstract
The broader/commercial impact of this SBIR Phase I project centers on overcoming hydrogen storage and delivery challenges using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier. As of 2023, the global hydrogen market is valued at $242.7 billion and is expected to grow to $410.6 billion by 2030. Despite its vast potential, the deployment of hydrogen in decentralized applications, such as refueling stations and remote power generation, remains restricted due to logistical hurdles related to its storage and transportation. Ammonia offers a viable solution, due to its efficient transport capabilities, high hydrogen content, and carbon-free nature, positioning it as a key facilitator in the hydrogen economy. Unlocking ammonia’s potential as an energy carrier requires an efficient ammonia cracking solution. This project proposes an innovative ammonia cracking system based on electrolysis that allows for the on-site conversion of transported ammonia back to hydrogen under ambient conditions. By simplifying hydrogen logistics, this technology aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in sectors such as transportation and stationary power generation, which account for over 74% of global emissions. This advancement not only promises substantial commercial returns but also supports environmental sustainability and enhances technological understanding in clean energy.
The intellectual merit of this project stems from its innovative strategy for liquefying ammonia under mild conditions and efficiently cracking it through a tailored electrolysis system. Key technical challenges include achieving solvent-free ammonia liquefaction and creating an optimized electrolysis setup for effective ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion at ambient temperatures. The Phase I objective focuses on designing and optimizing a stable, conductive system for ammonia liquefaction, alongside developing an electrolysis-based cracker to maximize hydrogen conversion efficiency and purity. The research will involve comprehensive physicochemical and electrochemical studies, material characterization, and integration efforts to ensure optimal performance across various operational conditions. Anticipated outcomes are a high hydrogen yield with minimal energy consumption, scalable system design, and enhanced robustness under real-world conditions. This project aims to substantially improve the viability and sustainability of ammonia as a clean, carbon-free hydrogen source.
This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.
Topic Code
EN
Solicitation Number
NSF 23-515
Status
(Complete)
Last Modified 9/17/24
Period of Performance
9/1/24
Start Date
2/28/25
End Date
Funding Split
$274.1K
Federal Obligation
$0.0
Non-Federal Obligation
$274.1K
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
2423448
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
SAI EXEMPT
Awardee Classifications
Small Business
Awarding Office
491503 TRANSLATIONAL IMPACTS
Funding Office
491503 TRANSLATIONAL IMPACTS
Awardee UEI
SYSTSNCW86B9
Awardee CAGE
9TT03
Performance District
OK-04
Senators
James Lankford
Markwayne Mullin
Markwayne Mullin
Modified: 9/17/24